Before You Start; Operating Systems; Usb Port; Adsl Service - D-Link DSL-200 User Manual

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EFORE OU TART
In addition to the Modem hardware and software drivers, you will need some
information before you begin to install the device. Your DSL service provider will give
you the information required for a successful ADSL connection. You will use this
information when you decide which driver to install and configure the Modem. In order
to avoid problems please read this section and make sure you understand all the
prerequisites for proper installation of your new Modem.

Operating Systems

The D-Link DSL-200 can be used with PCs running Microsoft® Windows 98, Windows
98 Second Edition, Windows Millennium Edition , Windows 2000.

USB Port

In addition to the Windows OS, you will need a USB (Universal Serial Bus) type A port
on your computer. These are commonly installed on newer computers, however older
PCs may require an additional installation.

ADSL Service

In order to use the Modem, you must first have ADSL service established with a DSL
service provider.
There are four standards used for ADSL connections known as ANSI T1.413 issue 2,
G.Lite, G.dmt and G.hs. The standards differ somewhat as to data transfer speed or bit
rate. For user convenience, this Modem supports the G.hs Auto-handshake ADSL
standard. This allows the Modem to operate with either type of connection.

Network Protocol and the Software Driver

The protocol used for your ADSL service will determine the particular software driver
to be installed. You will need to select one driver to operate the Modem. Ask your DSL
service provider to assist you in selecting either the LAN (Local Area Network) or WAN
(Wide Area Network) driver to operate the Modem.
Specifically, if your ADSL service uses the protocol defined by RFC 2364, PPP over
ATM Adaptation Layer 5, then you will need to install the WAN driver. If the protocol
used for your ADSL service is defined by RFC 1483, Multiprotocol Encapsulation over
ATM Adaptation Layer 5 (Bridged Ethernet), then you will need to install the LAN
driver.
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