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NetComm NB9 Quick Start Manual

NetComm NB9 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For this feature to function correctly, you need a functioning telephone line and that line needs to be correctly connected to the NB9/NB9W’s line port. NetComm will not be liable to any person for any expenses, losses, damages or costs if the emergency operator cannot be reached for any reason beyond NetComm’s control, including but not...

  • Page 3: Overview

    Overview Thank you for purchasing the NetComm NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router. NetComm is proud to introduce this entirely new class of all-in-one device incorporating ADSL2+, VoIP and Wireless in a single compact unit. The NB9/NB9W is truly a ‘broadband communications gateway’ that, when attached to the appropriate ISP services, will enable multiple broadband communications streams to run concurrently into your home or office.

  • Page 4: Nb9/Nb9W Package Contents

    NB9/NB9W Package Contents Your NB9/NB9W contains the following items: • NB9 OR NB9W Broadband Communications Gateway (both models shown) • Power Supply • 2 x RJ11 ADSL Line Connection Cable • RJ4 Cat 5 Ethernet cable • Installation CD •...

  • Page 5: Selected Terminology Used In This Manual

    A telephone line used for a standard phone-line and service will be POTS referred to as POTS (=Plain Old Telephone Service) The line that connects the NB9/NB9W to a POTS line may be Pass-through Line referred to as a pass-through line...

  • Page 6: Minimum System Requirements

    Minimum System Requirements: Different aspects of the NB9/NB9W have different requirements, so let’s look at them in turn. We’ll start with your computer, which ought to match the following requirements if you are to enjoy the benefits of a high-speed ADSL connection and use of VoIP and Wireless Networking.

  • Page 7: Do I Need A Micro Filter

    With the NB9/NB9W, an in-line splitter is placed between a non-filtered telephone outlet and the NB9/NB9W. One RJ11 cable is then connected from the splitter’s ‘Line’ port TO the NB9/ NB9W LINE port. Another is connected from the splitters ‘ADSL’ port to the NB9/NB9W ADSL port.

  • Page 8: Getting To Know The Nb9/Nb9W

    Getting to Know the NB9/NB9W It is recommended that you take a moment to acquaint yourself with the indicator lights, ports and default settings of the NB9/NB9W prior to commencing with installation. LED Indicators Colour Mode Function Green The router is powered up...

  • Page 9: Back Panel Ports

    Connect the power adaptor that comes with your Power NB9/NB9W. Reset button. Depress for 10 seconds to return your Reset NB9/NB9W to its default settings. Switch to power on / off your NB9/NB9W On / Off NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router YML789 Rev1...

  • Page 10: Default Settings

    Empty: Once you have run through ‘ADSL Quick Setup’ you will have a saved WAN connection; • Default connection type: PPPoE (most common for Australian ISPs); • VPI / VCI: 8 / 35; Modem Access • Username: admin • Password: admin NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router YML789 Rev1...

  • Page 11: Restore Factory Default Setting

    Restore Factory Default Setting Restore Factory Defaults will reset the NB9/NB9W to its factory default configuration. Occasions may present themselves where you need to restore the factory defaults on your NB9/NB9W such as: • You have lost your username and password and are unable to login to your NB9/ NB9W’s web configuration page;...

  • Page 12: Connecting The Nb9/Nb9W

    Connecting the NB9/NB9W The diagram below shows you how to connect the NB9/NB9W to your PC, ADSL and POTS service. The initial set-up is required regardless of whether you wish to use ADSL, VoIP, Wireless, only one, or any combination of these.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Cables

    Connect the other end to the LINE port on NB9/NB9W; 3. Connect the ADLS service - connect one end of the second accompanying RJ11 cable to the ADSL port of the splitter and connect the other end to the ADSL port of the NB9/ NB9W;...

  • Page 14: Establishing An Adsl Connection Via Pppoe

    (e.g. PPPoA, Static, Bridge, etc.). If unsure, follow the steps in this section first. At this point you must have your NB9/NB9W connected according to Section 1, above, with your PC connected to the NB9/NB9W via Ethernet cable (or wireless link for NB9W only). You must also have your ISP-supplied username and password on hand.
  • Page 15 7. After Save/Reboot, close Browser Window and wait for several minutes. Then re-open Browser Window and log in to the NB9/NB9W again following steps 1-2 above. You will then see the Basic>Home page indicating your ADSL service is connected. Proceed to cofigure VoIP and Wireless, if required.

  • Page 16: Establishing Your Wireless Connection (For Nb9W Only)

    • Note: For advanced wireless settings of your NB9W refer to the User Guide included on your NB9/NB9W CD ROM. If you have a wireless Ethernet card on your PC, you can connect to your NB9W by following these steps: 1.

  • Page 17: Setting Up Your Voip Account

    VoIP service on your NB9/NB9W. 1. If you are not already logged into your NB9/NB9W, open a web browser and navigate to http://192.168.1.1 and login with the NB9/NB9W username & password (admin / admin);...
  • Page 18 2. Click on ‘Voice’ to access the VoIP setup page; 3. Interface Name: Don’t change the ‘Interface name’ setting; 4. Preferred codec: The preferred codec is set to ‘none’ which means your NB9/NB9W will choose the correct codec when communicating with your SIP proxy from your VSP (VoIP Service Provider);...
  • Page 19 10. DispName: This is the user-defined ‘extension number’ that will display on the other phone connected to the NB9/NB9W; 11. VoIP Phone Number: issued by VSP 12. AuthID: same as above 13. Auth. Password: VoIP password issued by VSP 14. Once VoIP settings have been entered, click on Apply and Save all VoIP Parameters.

  • Page 20: Appendix A: Glossary

    See also routing. broadband A telecommunications technology that can send different types of data over the same medium. DSL is a broadband technology. Broadcast To send data to all computers on a network. NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router YML789 Rev1...
  • Page 21 Ethernet The most commonly installed computer network technol- ogy, usually using twisted pair wiring. Ethernet data rates are 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps. See also BASE-T,100BASE-T, twisted pair. NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router YML789 Rev1...
  • Page 22 Multicasting to an IGMP group can be used to simultaneously update the address books of a group of mobile computer users or to send company newsletters to a distribution list. NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router YML789 Rev1...
  • Page 23 IP address when talking to a computer on your LAN. NAT rule A defined method for translating between public and pri- vate IP addresses on your LAN. NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router YML789 Rev1...
  • Page 24 PPPoE interfaces per VC. protocol A set of rules governing the transmission of data. In order for a data transmission to work, both ends of the connec- tion have to follow the rules of the protocol. NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router YML789 Rev1...
  • Page 25 See also network mask. subnet mask A mask that defines a subnet. See also network mask. See TCP/IP. NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router YML789 Rev1...
  • Page 26 ISP will tell you the VCI for each VC they provide. See also VC. Virtual Path Identifier Together with the Virtual Circuit Identifier (VCI), the VPI uniquely identifies a VC. Your ISP will tell you the VPI for each VC they provide. See also NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router YML789 Rev1...
  • Page 27 See also hyperlink, web page. World Wide Web Also called (the) Web. Collective term for all web sites anywhere in the world that can be accessed via the Internet. NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router YML789 Rev1...

  • Page 28: Appendix B: Cable Information

    If you are unsure about which cable to use or which socket to connect it to, please refer to the hardware installation section in this manual. If you are still not sure about cable connections, please contact a professional computer technician or NetComm for further advice. RJ-45 Network Ports RJ-45 Network Ports can connect any networking devices that use a standard LAN interface, such as a Hub/Switch Hub or Router.

  • Page 29: Straight And Crossover Cable Configuration

    Straight-Through Cabling Figure 3 Wire Becomes Cross-Over Cabling Figure 4 Wire Becomes Note: To prevent loss of signal, make sure that the length of any twisted-pair connection does not exceed 100 metres. NB9/NB9W ADSL2+ VoIP Router YML789 Rev1...

  • Page 30: Appendix C: Registration And Warranty Information

    NetComm. Failure to do so may cause damage to this product, fire or result in personal injury.

  • Page 31: Product Warranty

    The warranty is automatically voided if: 1. You, or someone else, use the product, or attempts to use it, other than as specified by NetComm; 2. The fault or defect in your product is the result of a voltage surge subjected to the product either by the way of power supply or communication line, whether caused by thunderstorm activity or any other cause(s);...

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