ZyXEL Communications P630 User Manual
ZyXEL Communications P630 User Manual

ZyXEL Communications P630 User Manual

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P630
ADSL USB Modem
User's Guide
Version 1.11
November 2001

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  • Page 1 P630 ADSL USB Modem User’s Guide Version 1.11 November 2001...
  • Page 2 ZyXEL Communications Corporation. Published by ZyXEL Communications Corporation. All rights reserved. Disclaimer ZyXEL does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any products, or software described herein.
  • Page 3: Zyxel Limited Warranty

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem ZyXEL Limited Warranty ZyXEL warrants to the original end user (purchaser) that this product is free from any defects in materials or workmanship for a period of up to two (2) years from the date of purchase. During the warranty period and upon proof of purchase, should the product have indications of failure due to faulty workmanship and/or materials, ZyXEL will, at its discretion, repair or replace the defective products or components without charge for either parts or labor and to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore the product or...
  • Page 4: Information For Canadian Users

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Information for Canadian Users The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operation and safety requirements. The Industry Canada does not guarantee that the equipment will operate to a user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.
  • Page 5: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Interference Statement

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operations.
  • Page 7: Customer Support

    METHOD E-MAIL TELEPHONE/FAX WEB SITE/ FTP SITE REGULAR MAIL SUPPORT/ SALES LOCATION Worldwide support@zyxel.com.tw +886-3-578-3942 www.zyxel.com ZyXEL Communications Corp., 6 Innovation Road II, Science- support@europe.zyxel.com www.europe.zyxel.com Based Industrial Park, HsinChu, Taiwan 300, R.O.C. sales@zyxel.com.tw +886-3-578-2439 ftp.europe.zyxel.com North America support@zyxel.com +1-714-632-0882 www.zyxel.com...
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Table of Contents Copyright ...............................ii ZyXEL Limited Warranty..........................iii Information for Canadian Users........................iv Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement............v Customer Support ............................vii List of Figures..............................x List of Tables..............................xi What is ADSL?............................. xii What is USB? ..............................
  • Page 9 Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem 2.2.1 Procedure ..........................2-2 Customize Your Communication Settings ..................2-3 2.3.1 Procedure ..........................2-3 Support ............................2-3 Chapter 3 Control Panel Application......................3-1 Procedure............................3-1 Chapter 4 Modify TCP/IP Networking Options ..................4-1 WAN USB Driver ........................... 4-1 4.1.1 Microsoft Windows 98......................
  • Page 10: List Of Figures

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem List of Figures Figure 1-1 Choose Setup Language Window ....................1-2 Figure 1-2 Select Driver Type Window......................1-3 Figure 1-3 Communication Settings Window....................1-4 Figure 1-4 Setup Complete Window ......................1-5 Figure 1-5 Back Panel Connections........................1-6 Figure 1-6 Plug this USB cable end into your computer ................1-7 Figure 1-7 Plug this USB cable end into your Prestige ..................1-7 Figure 1-8 Windows 2000 Connect ........................1-8 Figure 1-9 Windows ME and 98 Connect ......................1-9...
  • Page 11: List Of Tables

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem List of Tables Table 1-1 Required Information........................1-1 Table 1-2 Driver Types ..........................1-2 Table 1-3 Front Panel LED Descriptions ..................... 1-10 Table 6-1 Troubleshooting Table........................6-1 List of Tables...
  • Page 12: What Is Adsl

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem What is ADSL? Your Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Congratulations on the purchase of your new modem! Your modem combines the super-fast speed of state- of-the-art ADSL (Asynchronous Digital Subscriber Line) technology with the ease of setup and operation facilitated by a Plug and Play USB (Universal Serial Bus) interface.
  • Page 13: What Is Usb

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem What is USB? USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an external interface data communication standard for a peripheral bus that was developed by Intel and Microsoft. USB is commonly referred to as a Plug and Play - meaning that your computer will instantly recognize (auto-detect) your new device (your Prestige).
  • Page 14: Preface

    “Choose” means for you to select one from the predefined choices. Window and command choices are in Bold Times font. The Prestige 630M may be referred to as the Prestige, the P630 or the ZyXEL ADSL USB Modem in this manual.
  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Software Setup And Modem Installation

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Chapter 1 Software Setup and Modem Installation This chapter guides you through the process of installing and configuring your software and hooking up your modem. Software Installation Fill in the table below with information from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and telephone company for before installing your software.
  • Page 16: Figure 1-1 Choose Setup Language Window

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 1. Insert the installation CD into your CD-ROM drive and double-click the Setup icon to start the installation procedure. Step 2. The Choose Setup Language screen appears first, as shown next. Select the language for your installation.
  • Page 17: Figure 1-2 Select Driver Type Window

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Figure 1-2 Select Driver Type Window Step 7. Then click Next > to display the Communication Settings window. Step 8. Use the Communication Settings window (shown next) to configure VPI, VCI, Encapsulation and Modulation type. Then click Next >. Software Setup and Modem Installation...
  • Page 18: Figure 1-3 Communication Settings Window

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Encapsulation types vary depending upon the driver. Figure 1-3 Communication Settings Window If you choose RFC 1483 IPoATM Routed LLC or RFC 1483 IPoATM Routed VC, you must use a static IP address from your ISP. After driver and modem installation, refer to the instructions in section 4.2 and configure both the IP Address and the Gateway tabs to use the static IP address from your ISP.
  • Page 19: Modem Installation

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 8. The Setup Complete window indicates successful completion of the installation process. Click Finish to close the installation wizard. Figure 1-4 Setup Complete Window Step 9. Proceed to the Modem Installation section (shown next). Modem Installation For Windows 98 SE applications, you may need the Windows 98 SE CD to complete the installation.
  • Page 20: Rear Panel Connections

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem 1.3.1 Rear Panel Connections The P630 has two interfaces: a USB and an ADSL port. Both interfaces transmit and receive data through a USB cable and an ADSL line respectively. LED indicators indicate the operational status of your Prestige.
  • Page 21: Wan Dial-Up

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Figure 1-6 Plug this USB cable end into your Figure 1-7 Plug this USB cable end into your computer Prestige Messages are displayed as the modem software is auto-detected and installed. For Windows 2000 applications, the Found New Hardware Wizard window indicates the modem has been installed.
  • Page 22: Windows 2000

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem 1.4.1 Windows 2000 From the Windows desktop, double-click the Shortcut to ZyXEL ADSL icon to bring up the following screen. Type the user name and password from your ISP. Click Dial. Figure 1-8 Windows 2000 Connect 1.4.2 Windows ME and 98 From the Windows desktop, double-click the ZyXEL Dial-Up Connec…...
  • Page 23: Front Panel Leds

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Type the user name and password from your ISP. This field displays your VPI and VCI. Click Connect. Figure 1-9 Windows ME and 98 Connect Front Panel LEDs The LED indicators on the front panel indicate the operational status of the Prestige 630. All LEDs are located on the front panel.
  • Page 24: Front Panel Led Descriptions

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Figure 1-10 Front Panel LEDs Front Panel LED Descriptions Table 1-3 Front Panel LED Descriptions FUNCTION DESCRIPTION USB Interface This LED is off when the USB is not connected, has malfunctioned or is and Modem not receiving power.
  • Page 25: Chapter 2 Dsl Modem Installer

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Chapter 2 DSL Modem Installer This chapter shows you how to customize your communication settings, update modem software and remove modem software drivers. Install your software and modem (see previous chapter) before proceeding. Introduction You can perform many functions through the DSL Modem Installer window. The following explains how to find this window.
  • Page 26: Remove Software

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Figure 2-1 DSL Modem Installer Window Step 2. Follow the procedures in the rest of this chapter. Remove Software 2.2.1 Procedure Step 1. In the DSL Modem Installer window shown previously, click Remove. Step 2. Click Yes at the prompt to confirm the removal of your modem software.
  • Page 27: Customize Your Communication Settings

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Customize Your Communication Settings This section describes how to customize your VPI, VCI, Encapsulation and Modulation settings. 2.3.1 Procedure Step 1. In the DSL Installer window shown previously, click Settings. Step 2. From the Communication Settings window (see previous chapter), configure the following fields: VPI, VCI, Encapsulation and Modulation type.
  • Page 29: Chapter 3 Control Panel Application

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Chapter 3 Control Panel Application This chapter shows you how to configure and check the performance of the Modem/ADSL connection. When the control panel application is open, the monitor window updates every 2 seconds. Procedure Click Start! ! ! ! Settings! ! ! ! Control Panel and then double-click the ZyXEL DSL Modem icon.
  • Page 30: Figure 3-2 Zyxel Adsl Modem Window - System Info Tab

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 3. This window displays the Driver / Firmware Release numbers and the Control Panel Version. Figure 3-2 ZyXEL ADSL Modem Window - System Info Tab Step 4. This window displays the Modulation, Encapsulation and VPI/VCI values Control Panel Application...
  • Page 31: Figure 3-3 Zyxel Adsl Modem Window - Configuration Tab

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Figure 3-3 ZyXEL ADSL Modem Window - Configuration Tab The preceding window will vary depending on the driver type you select. Control Panel Application...
  • Page 33: Chapter 4 Modify Tcp/Ip Networking Options

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Chapter 4 Modify TCP/IP Networking Options This chapter shows you how to modify networking options for use with a static IP address. TCP/IP settings are automatically set-up during the software installation process. Use the following OS specific procedures to change TCP/IP settings (if necessary) for WAN and LAN.
  • Page 34: Figure 4-1 Zyxel Adsl Connection Window - Server Types Tab

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 4. Use this window to reach your TCP/IP settings. Make sure this box is checked and then click TCP/IP Settings… Figure 4-1 ZyXEL ADSL Connection Window - Server Types Tab Step 4. Use this window to configure your TCP/IP settings. Click here and then type the information that your service provider...
  • Page 35: Microsoft Windows 2000

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 5. Click OK to confirm changes and end this TCP/IP option modification session. Figure 4-3 ZyXEL ADSL WAN Connection Properties Window - Networking Tab 4.1.2 Microsoft Windows 2000 Procedure Step 1. From your computer desktop, right-click the My Network Places icon and select Properties. Step 2.
  • Page 36: Figure 4-4 Zyxel Adsl Wan Connection Properties Window - Networking Tab

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 3. Use this window to reach the IP Protocol Properties window. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. Figure 4-4 ZyXEL ADSL WAN Connection Properties Window - Networking Tab Step 4. Use this window to configure your IP Protocol Properties. Click here and type the IP address that your service provider gave you.
  • Page 37: Microsoft Windows Me

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 5. At the ZyXEL ADSL WAN Connection Properties window, click OK to confirm changes and end this TCP/IP option modification session. 4.1.3 Microsoft Windows Me Procedure Step 1. From your computer desktop, double-click the My Computer icon. Step 2.
  • Page 38: Lan Usb Driver

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Click here and type the IP address that your service provider gave you. Click here and type the information that your service provider gave you. Change the default gateway by leaving this box blank. Then, click OK. Step 5.
  • Page 39: Figure 4-8 Network Window - Configuration Tab

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 2. Use this window to reach your LAN TCP/IP networking properties. Highlight TCP/IP - >ZyXEL USB ADSL LAN Modem. Then click Properties. Figure 4-8 Network Window - Configuration Tab Step 3. Use this window to configure TCP/IP Properties. Click here and type your IP Address and Subnet Mask...
  • Page 40: Microsoft Windows 2000

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 4. Use this window to add or remove gateways. Consult with your ISP or network administrator to determine the appropriate addresses for your needs. To add a new gateway: type the address in the New gateway field and click Add.
  • Page 41: Figure 4-11 Local Area Connection 2 Properties Window - General Tab

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 3. Use this window to reach your LAN TCP/IP networking properties. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Then click Properties. Figure 4-11 Local Area Connection 2 Properties Window - General Tab Modify TCP/IP Networking Options...
  • Page 42: Microsoft Windows Me

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 4. Use this window to configure TCP/IP properties. Click here. Type the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway from your ISP. Click here. Type the preferred and alternate DNS server addresses from your ISP. Then click OK.
  • Page 43: Figure 4-13 Network Window - Configuration Tab

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 2. Use this window to reach TCP/IP properties. Highlight TCP/IP -> ZyXEL USB ADSL LAN Modem. Then, Click Properties. Figure 4-13 Network Window - Configuration Tab Step 3. Use this screen to configure TCP/IP properties. Click here and type your IP Address and...
  • Page 44 Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 5. Click OK and then click Yes to restart your computer. 4-12 Modify TCP/IP Networking Options...
  • Page 45: Chapter 5 Wan Dial-Up Setup

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Chapter 5 WAN Dial-up Setup This chapter shows you how to set up a new connection for PPPoE or PPPoA. Windows ME and 98 Use the following procedure to set up a new PPPoE or PPPoA connection in Windows Me or 98 Second Edition.
  • Page 46: Figure 5-2 Phone Number

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 3. Configure the Telephone field with your VPI and VCI numbers. Enter your VPI and VCI separated by a comma. Click Next. Figure 5-2 Phone Number WAN Dial-Up Setup...
  • Page 47: Windows 2000

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 4. Click Finish in the next screen to return to the desktop. Step 5. From the desktop, double-click the new icon with the name you chose for your connection. Type the user name and password from your ISP.
  • Page 48: Figure 5-4 Select A Device Screen

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 3. In the Network Connection Type screen, click the Dial-up to private network radio button. Then click Next to bring up the Select a Device screen. Use the default selection. Click Next. Figure 5-4 Select a Device Screen WAN Dial-Up Setup...
  • Page 49: Figure 5-5 Phone Number To Dial Screen

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 4. The Phone Number to Dial screen is displayed next. In the Phone Number field type the VPI and VCI numbers from your ISP (separated by a comma). Type your VPI and VCI separated by a comma.
  • Page 50: Figure 5-6 Connection Availability Screen

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 5. Configure the Connection Availability screen as follows. Select For all users if you want to allow unrestricted access. Click Next. Figure 5-6 Connection Availability Screen WAN Dial-Up Setup...
  • Page 51: Figure 5-7 Completing The Network Connection Wizard Screen

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Step 6. The Completing the Network Connection Wizard screen appears as below. The Connect Screen appears. Type the Use the default name or type one. Click Finish. Figure 5-7 Completing the Network Connection Wizard Screen WAN Dial-Up Setup...
  • Page 52: Figure 5-8 Connect Screen

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem The Connect screen appears last. Type your user name and password from the ISP. This is your VPI and VCI. Click Dial. Figure 5-8 Connect Screen WAN Dial-Up Setup...
  • Page 53: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This chapter covers potential problems and the possible solutions. Table 6-1 Troubleshooting Table PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION None of the LEDs are on when I Make sure your computer is turned on. turn on the Prestige. Check the USB cable connections between the Prestige and your computer.
  • Page 55: Glossary

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Glossary 10BaseT The 10-Mbps baseband Ethernet specification that uses two pairs of twisted-pair cabling (Category 3 or 5): one pair for transmitting data and the other for receiving data. ADSL Asymmetrical Digital Subscriber Line is an asymmetrical technology, meaning that the downstream data rate is much higher than the upstream data rate.
  • Page 56 Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem The DCE sits between the DTE (data terminal equipment) and a transmission circuit such as a phone line. DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol automatically assigns IP addresses to clients when they log on. DHCP centralizes IP address management on central computers that run the DHCP server program.
  • Page 57 Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem to the IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard, including adaptations with data rates of 10 Mbits/sec and 100 Mbits/sec over coaxial cable, twisted-pair cable, and fiber-optic cable. The latest version of Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, has a data rate of 1 Gbit/sec. (Frequently Asked Questions) -- FAQ’s are documents that list and answer the most common questions on a particular subject.
  • Page 58 Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem the gatekeepers into the Internet. Local Area Network is a shared communication system to which many computers are attached. A LAN, as its name implies, is limited to a local area. This has to do more with the electrical characteristics of the medium than the fact that many early LANs were designed for departments, although the latter accurately describes a LAN as well.
  • Page 59 Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Packet Exchange). The protocol is defined in IETF (Internet Engineering Task Force) RFC 1661 through 1663. PPP provides router-to-router, host-to-router, and host-to-host connections. PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network was put into place many years ago as a voice telephone call-switching system.
  • Page 60 Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Internet access for the cost of a single ISP account - see also NAT. Transmission Control Protocol handles flow control and packet recovery and IP providing basic addressing and packet-forwarding services. Telnet Telnet is the login and terminal emulation protocol common on the Internet and in UNIX environments.
  • Page 61: Index

    Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Index About ADSL ............. xii Index ..............G ADSL ..............xii Information for Canadian Users......iv Advantages of ADSL ........xii Caution............iv Advantages of USB.......... xiii Note ..............iv Always on ............xii interfaces............1-6 asymmetric............xii ISP Information needed for software installation Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line....
  • Page 62 Prestige 630 ADSL USB Modem Setup icon ............1-2 video-on-demand..........xii Software Setup..........1-1 Software Setup and Modem Installation..1-1 Syntax Conventions ..........xiv WAN Dial-up Setup .........5-1 Prestige Names in this Manual .....xiv Warranty.............iii What is USB? ...... See USB, What is it? Windows 2000 Table of Contents..........viii LAN Driver ..........4-8...

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