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Section 2 – Installation
Web Browser
Any common Web browser can be used to configure the Modem using the Web configuration management software. The program is designed to
work best with more recently released browsers such as Opera, Microsoft Internet Explorer® version 6.0, Netscape Navigator® version 6.2.3, or
later versions. The Web browser must have JavaScript enabled. JavaScript is enabled by default on many browsers. Make sure JavaScript has not
been disabled by other software (such as virus protection or web user security packages) that may be running on your computer.
Ethernet Port (NIC Adapter)
Any computer that uses the Modem must be able to connect to it through the Ethernet port on the Modem. This connection is an Ethernet
connection and therefore requires that your computer be equipped with an Ethernet port as well. Most notebook computers are now sold with an
Ethernet port already installed. Likewise, most fully assembled desktop computers come with an Ethernet NIC adapter as standard equipment. If
your computer does not have an Ethernet port, you must install an Ethernet NIC adapter before you can use the Modem. If you must install an
adapter, follow the installation instructions that come with the Ethernet NIC adapter.
Additional Software
It may be necessary to install software on your computer that enables the computer to access the Internet. Additional software must be installed if
you are using the device a simple bridge. For a bridged connection, the information needed to make and maintain the Internet connection is stored
on another computer or gateway device, not in the Modem itself.
If your ADSL service is delivered through a PPPoE or PPPoA connection, the information needed to establish and maintain the Internet connection
can be stored in the Modem. In this case, it is not necessary to install software on your computer. It may however be necessary to change some
settings in the device, including account information used to identify and verify the connection.
All connections to the Internet require a unique global IP address. For bridged connections, the global IP settings must reside in a TCP/IP enabled
device on the LAN side of the bridge, such as a PC, a server, a gateway device such as a Modem or similar firewall hardware. The IP address can
be assigned in a number of ways. Your network service provider will give you instructions about any additional connection software or NIC
configuration that may be required.
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