Hardware Installation; Connect The Power; Connect Adsl Line; Connect Ethernet Lan To Router - D-Link DSL-500 User Manual

DSL-500 ADSL Router User's Guide
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Hardware Installation

This chapter discusses the various connections you will need to make in order to
use the Router.
When selecting the location for the Router, allow room to access the connections
on the rear panel. You will want to place the Router so that you will be able to
see the LED indicators on the front panel. Also, allow some space above the
Router for ventilation to avoid problems with overheating.
It may be convenient for you to place the Router near the PC you intend to use
for initial configuration of the Router. For initial configuration of the device, you
may need convenient access to the RS-232 serial port on the rear panel. The RS-
232 serial port is intended for use with text-based console management software
for the initial configuration and for out-of-band management of the Router.
Whether it is necessary to use an RS-232 console manager for first time set up
depends on how you allocate IP addresses on your network. Read Chapter 3, First
Time Set Up to help you decide how best to use the Router on your network.

Connect the Power

Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on the rear
panel of the Router and plug the adapter into a nearby power source. You should
see the Power LED indicator light up and remain lit.

Connect ADSL Line

Use the twisted-pair ADSL cable (standard telephone cable) included with the
Router to connect it to your telephone line. Plug one end of the cable into the
ADSL port (RJ-11 receptacle) on the rear panel of the Router and insert the other
end into the telephone wall jack. The ADSL cable links the Router to the ISP's
wide area network (including the Internet).
The Router must undergo a negotiation process to establish the terms of the
ADSL connection. During this negotiation the Status LED will light a steady
green, after which it will blink. If the ADSL line is disconnected, it will repeat
this process.

Connect Ethernet LAN to Router

The Router may be connected to any 10BASE-T Ethernet LAN. Connection to an
Ethernet concentrating device such as a switch or hub should use standard
twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors. The RJ-45 port on the Router is a
straight-through (MDI-II) connection. Follow standard Ethernet guidelines when
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