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Page 1: Quick Start Guide
SmartSwitch™ Router 250 ADSL-DMT Quick Start Guide P/N 222-00526-01... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ...3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ...7 ACCESSING QUICK START ...9 ROUTER CONFIGURATION ...14 APPENDIX A. INSTALLING AN ETHERNET ADAPTER AND A TCP/IP PROTOCOL...20 APPENDIX B. HARDWARE REFERENCE ...23 APPENDIX C. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) ...30 CONTACTING CABLETRON TECHNICAL SUPPORT ...32... -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION The SmartSwitch™ Router 250 The SmartSwitch™ Router 250 provides Internet and Corporate access for telecommuters, home and remote office workers, and Internet users at high-speed asymmetrical data rates of up to 640 Kbps upstream and 8.0 Mbps downstream. The router takes full advantage of Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) technology and uses Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) to provide remote Ethernet LAN connectivity via a single ADSL line. -
Page 5: This Guide
This Guide This guide describes the configuration process involved in setting up an ATM-based virtual circuit connection to a network service provider. It shows you how to: • Connect the router’s cables • Configure your Windows 95 PC (or Windows 98 or Windows NT 4.0) •... -
Page 6: Before You Begin
Before You Begin... System requirements for Cabletron Quick Start • Windows 95, 98, NT 4.0, or Windows for Workgroups 3.11 • Ethernet network interface card (NIC) • Microsoft TCP/IP stack installed and running on your PC • CD-ROM drive • Web Browser Information to collect from your Network Service Provider... -
Page 7: Contents Of The Box
Which network options should you use? • Bridging • IP Routing • Both Bridging and IP Routing Contents of the Box You should find the following items: • SmartSwitch™ Router CD and Quick Start guide (this guide) • SmartSwitch™ Router 250 •... -
Page 8: Hardware Installation
HARDWARE INSTALLATION Instructions to Install the SmartSwitch™ Router 250 Hardware: Ensure that the Power Switch on the router is OFF. Connect the router to the AC power source using the power cable. Connect the router to the computer workstation’s Ethernet card using the crossover cable labeled "Ethernet 10Base-T, Crossover"... - Page 9 SmartSwitch™ Router 250 Installation Diagram The following diagram shows the back panel of the SmartSwitch™ Router 250 and the location of jacks.
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Page 10: Accessing Quick Start
ACCESSING QUICK START To access Quick Start, you will first configure your PC to obtain an IP address automatically and then install the Quick Start program. The following step-by-step instructions will get you started quickly. Configure your Windows 95 PC for TCP/IP This section assumes that you have already: connected the cables. - Page 11 Instructions: You should see the Network Neighborhood icon on your desktop. Note:If you don’t see the Network Neighborhood icon on your desktop, you need to install an Ethernet adapter. Refer to Appendix A. From the taskbar, click the Start button, select Settings, Control Panel, Network.
- Page 12 PC to obtain an IP address automatically. rebooted your PC. Instructions: Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. If Auto-play is enabled, the Cabletron Systems Installation CD window will be displayed. If you do not see the Cabletron Systems Installation CD window, then follow these steps:...
- Page 13 Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT 4.0: From your PC’s desktop, double-click My Computer. Double-click the Cabletron icon (your CD-ROM drive). Double-click index.htm. Follow the on-screen instructions. Note: The Cabletron DSL Tools are installed in the C:\ DSL directory by default. However, you may choose to install the Tools in another directory.
- Page 14 Instructions: From the taskbar, click the Start button (located on your PC desktop). Select Programs. A pop-up list of your programs will appear. Select Cabletron DSL Tools and then click Quick Start for DSL. Quick Start will automatically connect to the router. If the connection fails, make sure that your cables are correctly connected and that the router is powered on.
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Page 15: Router Configuration
ROUTER CONFIGURATION After you have started the Quick Start application and have entered your password, you are ready to enter the following information in the Quick Start configurator. Configuration Instructions Network Options Select either IP Routing, or Bridging, or both. Link Protocol Select one of the following three protocols (check which protocol is supported by your Network Provider):... - Page 16 If IP routing and NAT are enabled, you will be prompted to enter a Source WAN IP Address. You will obtain this information from your ISP or your Network Administrator. If NAT is OFF, you may still need to enter Source WAN IP Address information.
- Page 17 • Domain Name • Server Address • Second Server Options The following options are also available for further configuration of the router. Click Options Menu to access them. • Select Router to Configure This application will attempt to contact the default IP address of the router (192.168.254.254).
- Page 18 • Choose a PVC The Quick Start application defaults the VPI/VCI numbers to 0 and 38 respectively, unless they have been preconfigured. Your Network Service Provider may have decided on different values to use. If the value chosen by your NSP is not the default value, then enter the VPI/VCI that you have been given.
- Page 19 • Execute Script The router copies command files created on the PC and then executes them on its first startup. • Backup/Upgrade Upgrade / Backup allows you to backup the router’s configuration files as well as easily upgrade the router’s software (using a built-in TFTP utility).
- Page 20 Restart your PC After the router has successfully rebooted, you must restart your PC if you have entered DNS information (see Step 4): the PC will acquire the DNS (Domain Name Server) information from the router. If you need additional help or information: Use the Help File (Help button on the screen or press the F1 key on your PC keyboard).
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Page 21: Appendix A. Installing An Ethernet Adapter And A Tcp/Ip Protocol
APPENDIX A. INSTALLING AN ETHERNET ADAPTER AND A TCP/IP In most cases, Plug and Play will automatically detect your network adapter and install any necessary drivers. However, if Plug and Play fails, the instructions below will assist you in installation and setup for the adapter and protocol settings in Windows 95. - Page 22 Adapter Setup From the taskbar, click the Start button (located at the lower left corner of your PC screen). Point to Settings, click Control Panel, and double-click the Network icon. In the Network window, from the Configuration tab page, click Add.
- Page 23 From Select Network Component, click Protocol, and then click Add. In the Select Network Protocol window, select Microsoft as the Manufacturer. On the right hand side of the Select Network Protocol window, select TCP/IP as the Network Protocol. Click OK (and click OK in the Network dialog window).
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Page 24: Appendix B. Hardware Reference
APPENDIX B. HARDWARE REFERENCE SmartSwitch™ Router 250 Hardware Specifications LAN Interfaces WAN Interfaces ADSL Modem Specifications ADSL Modulation Technique Analog Telephone Line Support Processor Physical Specifications One Ethernet port, 10Base-T (twisted pair RJ45) LAN speed of 10 Mbps One ADSL WAN interface (RJ45) Up to 8 Mbps downstream Up to 640 Kbps upstream Discrete Multitone (DMT) - Page 25 Operating Environment Power Requirements Agency Approvals Temperature: 40°F to 105°F (5°C to 40°C) Humidity: 20%-80%, non-condensing AC Voltage: 100 to 120 VAC, 220 to 240 VAC Frequency: 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 15 W maximum Built-in power supply Safety: UL 1950, CSA 22.2, EN60950 Emissions: FCC Part 15 Class B, EN55022/ CISPR22 Class B Immunity: EN50082-1...
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Page 26: Front Panel
Front Panel The front panel displays the activity of the SmartSwitch™ Router 250. LED States INDICATOR Green: Off: Amber: Running router Power-On-Self Test (POST) TEST Green: Off: Amber: Establishing ADSL modem link LINK Green: Off: Green flashing: Off: Green flashing: LANT Off: Green flashing:... -
Page 27: Rear Panel
Rear Panel The rear panel contains all Ethernet, DSL, console, and power interfaces. 10BASE-T The 10Base-T Ethernet LAN interface. The router is connected to the Ethernet LAN with a twisted pair Ethernet cable at this interface. CONSOLE RS232 interface used as a control console connection through an RJ45 connector. - Page 28 ADSL-DMT Connection to the external telephone line interface. Connections Ethernet LAN Connection The unit provides 10 Mbps Ethernet/IEEE 802.3 support. The Ethernet LAN connection is through an 8-pin RJ45 10Base-T jack on the rear of the unit. ADSL-DMT WAN Connection The router provides one ADSL port.
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Page 29: Port Descriptions
Port Descriptions Ethernet 10Base-T Port Twisted pair transmit + Twisted pair transmit - Twisted pair receive + Ground Ground Twisted pair receive - Ground Ground ADSL-DMT Port Not connected Not connected or line B Line A Signal Name Signal Name... - Page 30 Tip or Line A Ring or Line B Not connected or Line B Not connected Not connected Console Port Signal Name Receive data Request to send Not used Transmit data Ground Clear to send Not used Ring indicator...
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Page 31: Appendix C. Federal Communications Commission (Fcc)
APPENDIX C. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 15 CLASS B Statement Section 15.105(b) of the Code of Federal Regulations Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter- ference in a residential installation. -
Page 32: Canadian D.o.c. Notice
CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for this device could void the user’s authority to operate this equip- ment. Canadian D.O.C. Notice This product conforms with Canadian Class B emissions regulations. Ce produit se conforme aux réglements d’émission canadienne classe B. Instructions for Trained Service Personnel Only CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly placed. -
Page 33: Contacting Cabletron Technical Support
CONTACTING CABLETRON TECHNICAL SUPPORT Before you contact Technical Support, please have the following information ready: • Router model number • Router software version • Date of purchase • Type of Operating System (Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows for Workgroups, or Windows NT 4.0) •... - Page 34 How to contact Technical Support in the U.S. Telephone E-Mail Address Web Site Addresses / Numbers 1-603-332-9400 Monday-Friday; 8 A.M. - 8 P.M. Eastern Time support@ctron.com 1-603-337-2211 Cabletron Systems 35 Industrial Way Rochester, NH 03867 http://www.cabletron.com...
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