Selected terminology used in this manual ... 5 Minimum System Requirements: ... 5 Do I need a micro filter? ... 6 Getting to Know the NB8/NB8W ... 7 LED Indicators ... 7 Default Settings ... 9 Restore Factory Default Setting ... 10 Connecting the NB8/NB8W ...
Overview Thank you for purchasing the NetComm NB8/NB8W ADSL2+ Modem Router. NetComm is proud to introduce this entirely new class of all-in-one device incorporating ADSL2+ and Wireless in a single compact unit. The NB8/NB8W 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.
NB8/NB8W Package Contents Your NB8/NB8W contains the following items: • NB8 OR NB8W Broadband Communications Gateway (NB8W shown) • Power Supply • RJ11 ADSL Line Connection Cable • USB Cable • RJ45 Cat 5 Ethernet cable • Installation CD •...
CD-ROM. Minimum System Requirements: Different aspects of the NB8/NB8W 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 Wireless Networking (for the NB8W only).
Telephones and/or facsimiles in other rooms that are using the same extension will also require Microfilters. The following diagram gives an example of connecting your ADSL Modem/ Router using a Microfilter. A suitable Microfilter can be purchased from NetComm or your Service Provider, if required. YML804 Rev1 NB8/NB8W ADSL2+ Modem Router...
Getting to Know the NB8/NB8W It is recommended that you take a moment to acquaint yourself with the indicator lights, ports and default settings of the NB8/NB8W prior to commencing with installation. LED Indicators Colour Green POWER Green ADSL Green...
Wireless LAN antenna. Connect the power adaptor that comes with your NB8/NB8W. Switch to power on / off your NB8/NB8W. 10/100 Base-T Ethernet jack (RJ-45) to connect directly to your computer. (Refer to Appendix A in the User Guide included on the NB8/NB8W CD- ROM for connection information) USB1.0 port to connect to your USB port.
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 NB8/NB8W ADSL2+ Modem Router YML804 Rev1...
Restore Factory Default Setting Restore Factory Defaults will reset the NB8/NB8W to its factory default configuration. Occasions may present themselves where you need to restore the factory defaults on your NB8/NB8W such as: • You have lost your username and password and are unable to login to your NB8/ NB8W’s web configuration page;...
Connecting the NB8/NB8W The diagram below shows you how to connect the NB8/NB8W to your PC, ADSL and POTS service. The initial set-up is required to get the NB8/NBW up and running: 1. Connecting the cables between NB8/NB8W, PC and telephone(s) and power on 2.
If you wish to connect the Console port, refer to Appendix A in the User Guide included on the NB8/NB8W CD-ROM. The NB8/NB8W can be connected via a USB cable or an Ethernet cable or both. The USB connection is simply an ethernet simulation. As far as your computer is concerned the USB connection is an Ethernet connection, hence DHCP and other protocols will work the same as for Ethernet.
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4. Follow the on-screen prompts to load the driver. Refer to the section below for more detailed information. (You may need to restart your computer). 5. Connect one end of the ADSL phone line to the NB8/NB8W ADSL Modem and the other end to the wall socket.
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7. Choose “Search for the driver in these locations” and “Search removable media (floppy, CD-ROM...)”. Untick any other boxes and click on the Browse button. Open the CD- ROM drive location of your NetComm NB8/NB8W CD and then select the ‘USBdriver’ folder.
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Connecting your NB8/NB8W ADSL Modem via the Console Port for Management The NB8/NB8W’s is equiped with a console port which can be used to configure the modem and diagnose system issued. To access the NB8/NB8W interface using the console port a PC must be equipped with an RS232 port and have a standard VT-100 emulation program such as HyperTerminal 5 or Telix installed.
(e.g. PPPoA, Static, Bridge, etc.). If unsure, follow the steps in this section first. At this point you must have your NB8/NB8W connected according to Section 1, above, with your PC connected to the NB8/NB8W via Ethernet cable (or wireless link for NB8W only). You must also have your ISP-supplied username and password on hand.
Note: For advanced wireless settings of your NB8W refer to the section entitled “Advanced Settings” in the User Guide included on the NB8/NB8W CD- ROM. If you have a wireless Ethernet card on your PC, you can connect to your NB8W by following these steps: 1.
Skip to step 10. 5. If Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) does not display as an installed component, click Add… 6. In the Select Network Component Type dialog box, select Protocol, and then click Add… YML804 Rev1 NB8/NB8W ADSL2+ Modem Router...
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13. Click OK twice to confirm and save your changes. You will be prompted to restart Windows. 14. Click Yes. Note: For detailed information regarding the advanced features of this product, refer to the Advanced Settings sections in the User Guide included on the NB8/NB8W CD-ROM. NB8/NB8W ADSL2+ Modem Router YML804 Rev1...
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.
Straight-Through Cabling Cross-Over Cabling Note: To prevent loss of signal, make sure that the length of any twisted-pair connection does not exceed 100 metres. NB8/NB8W ADSL2+ Modem Router YML804 Rev1 Figure 3 Wire Becomes Figure 4...
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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