Remove or Disable Conflicting Applications Internet sharing software and PC based firewall applications typically interfere with the 2Wire gateway, and should be removed or disabled before you install the gateway. The 2Wire gateway provides the same features as the products listed below.
USB are also provided. The first computer you connect to the network is used to configure the 2Wire gateway for proper operation. Choose one of the following methods to connect your first computer to the gateway. Save and close all open programs before you begin connecting your gateway.
Connect the First Computer to the Gateway To install the DSL filter: Locate the phone jack where you want to connect your 2Wire gateway. Insert the DSL filter into the jack. If you have a phone, answering machine, fax machine, satellite TV...
POWER ETHERNET 2Wire gateway are green. If they are not, see “Understanding the Indicator Lights” on page 15. The indicator light will not turn green until the gateway software has been installed and an Internet INTERNET...
Connect the First Computer to the Gateway USB Connection Note: The 2Wire 2070B gateway does not include USB support. If you are using a 2Wire 2070B gateway, skip this section. Figure 3. Gateway Connected Via USB Connect the provided AC power adapter from the 2Wire gateway’s port to an electrical outlet.
10.2.1 to 10.2.6, 10.3.3 to 10.3.9, 10.4.0, and 10.4.1. Before making your USB connection to the gateway, you must install the 2Wire gateway USB driver on your computer. The following instructions are for USB installation on Macintosh computers running OS 10.2.
Run the 2Wire Setup Wizard Windows XP/2K/ME/98SE Insert the 2Wire CD and follow the on-screen instructions. If the 2Wire Setup Wizard does not automatically start: − Double-click the My Computer icon located on the desktop. − Double-click the icon that corresponds to your CD-ROM drive.
Add Computers to the Network After your first computer is connected to the 2Wire gateway and your Internet connection has been established, you can connect other computers to the network. Use any of the following methods to connect additional computers to your network.
Add Computers to the Network Ethernet Connection Figure 4. Gateway Connected to Second Computer Via Ethernet Connect an Ethernet cable from the port on the gateway to your computer’s Ethernet LOCAL ETHERNET port. 1. The number of Ethernet ports vary by model (from one to four). If your gateway has four Ethernet ports, you can connect up to four computers to your network via Ethernet.
Figure 5. Gateway Connected to Second Computer Via USB Connect the provided blue USB cable from the gateway’s port to the USB port on your computer. Install the USB driver (refer to page 6 for instructions). Repeat “Run the 2Wire Setup Wizard” on page 7.
Understanding Broadband Redirect Messages If the 2Wire gateway detects a connection problem or an intermittent service error, it generates an error or alert (Broadband Redirect Message) and displays the message within your Web browser. The following messages contain information that can help you resolve some of the most common installation or network conflicts.
Diagnostics No DSL Connection - Unable to Train When setting up a DSL broadband network, all active phone devices must have a phone line filter installed. Without the filter, the DSL connection will be unstable, resulting in a poor or no DSL connection. If phone line filters are missing, line noise and/or echo can affect the DSL connection.
Diagnostics Broadband Link is Currently Not Available - DSL Connection Issue This error message is displayed because the gateway was unable to establish a broadband network connection. Check to ensure that all cables are correctly connected, and the cable end securely attached to the port.
IPs via NAT. The best solution is to remove the third-party router from your LAN since the 2Wire gateway can manage your home network. If this option is not acceptable, move the third-party router to DMZPlus Mode by clicking button..
Diagnostics Understanding the Indicator Lights The 2Wire gateway has numerous indicator lights that can be used to diagnose installation and connection problems. The following table describes how to interpret the indicator lights. Power Light Operating State The gateway is not getting power.
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Diagnostics DSL Light Operating State The gateway is powered off or booting up. Blinking green (slow) The gateway is attempting to establish a connection to your broadband service(s). Blinking green (fast) The gateway has been unable to connect to the DSL signal for more than three minutes.
Appendix A: Install the Gateway on Other Operating Systems Follow these instructions if you are using an operating system that is not supported by the 2Wire CD (such as any Macintosh OS prior to 10.2, UNIX, or Linux). There are many ways to set up your network, but typically the first computer is located in the same room as the gateway and your DSL connection.
Connecting your computer to the gateway using USB requires an available USB port. Only one Windows or Macintosh computer can be directly connected to the 2Wire gateway using the USB connection. The following instructions are for Macintosh computers running OS 9.x.
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Appendix A: Install the Gateway on Other Operating Systems Open the network Control Panel by selecting the Apple icon > Control Panel > TCP/IP Verify that “Connect Via: 2Wire USB Remote NDIS…” is selected to set the network adapter as active. Click to complete your installation.
Internet service provider. To activate your Internet account: Open your Internet browser. Type http://gateway.2wire.net/setup into the browser’s address line. When prompted to enter a key code, enter the key code provided by your Internet service in the key code field, and click...
Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: 2Wire Responsible Party: 2Wire, Inc. Address: 1704 Automation Parkway San Jose, CA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact the store, reseller, or agent from whom the product was purchased. Repair of this equipment should be made only by the 2Wire Service Center or a 2Wire authorized agent.
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