Introduction And Preparation; Hardware Notice; Introduction - Nortel Business Services Gateway BSGX4e Initial Setup Manual

Hardware notice

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NTRODUCTION AND PREPARATION
Hardware notice
WARNING: Before working on this equipment, be aware of good safety practices
and the hazards involved with electrical circuits.
WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, fire hazard, and electric shock, do not install
the unit near a damp location.
CAUTION: Do not connect the PHONE port to the central office line.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, use only number 26 AWG or larger UL Listed
or CSA Certified telecommunication line cord for all network and
telecommunication connections.

Introduction

This Initial Setup Guide provides explanations and instruction details for using the
Initial Setup Wizard in the BSGX4e. The Initial Setup Wizard guides you through a series
of steps that configure the basic functions of the BSGX4e so that it is ready for
operation.
The comprehensive configuration tool for the BSGX4e is the Web User Interface (Web
UI). To access the Initial Setup Wizard you logon to the Web UI. The Web UI is highly
detailed and is designed for technicians and engineers. The Initial Setup Wizard
performs a simplified configuration process using the most common configuration
parameters.
This document applies to the BSGX4e model in a home or small office environment and
assumes you are connecting primarily SIP phones (for VoIP service) and PCs to your
BSGX4e.
The BSGX4e has an Ethernet interface for connecting to the Internet. This interface is
suitable for connecting to Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and Cable modems.
The BSGX4e is a stand-alone box designed to sit on a desktop.
The following BSGX4e models are also available.
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