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- Page 1 NDS Series ADSL Modem/Router Get Started User’s Guide Version 6.0 http://www.arescom.com Published December 2001...
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Page 2: Limited Warranty
ARESCOM products are covered by this warranty for a period of one (1) year from the date of installation by the equipment provider. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents BEFORE YOU BEGIN Introduction ..................3 Package Includes................3 Minimum System Requirements ............3 Diagrams of the NDS 800/1000 ............4 Front Panel LEDs ................ 4 Front Panel LEDs (USB) ............. 5 Back Panel Interface .............. - Page 4 Configuring TCP/IP in Windows® NT........16 Configuring TCP/IP in Windows® 2000........17 Configuring TCP/IP in Windows XP .......... 19 TROUBLESHOOTING No SYNC/WAN Link LED Flashing ..........21 Cannot Detect the NDS Unit ............21 DSL Service Seems Slow ..............22 USB Driver Cannot be Installed Under Windows XP .......
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Page 5: Before You Begin
BEFORE YOU BEGIN BEFORE YOU BEGIN Introduction The ARESCOM NDS™ modem/router is the ultimate solution for any office or home searching for ultra-fast access to the Internet and remote networks over ADSL. NDS is a stand-alone device with true plug-and-play capability. It works with any computer using an Ethernet or USB port. -
Page 6: Diagrams Of The Nds 800/1000
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Diagrams of the NDS 800/1000 1.4.1 Front Panel LEDs Figure 1. Front Panel Interface (800) Figure 2. Front Panel Interface (1000) PWR -- Power A green PWR LED is ON when power is supplied to the NDS. DIAG -- Diagnostic The yellow DIAG LED indicates that the NDS is in a self-diagnostic mode during boot-up. -
Page 7: Front Panel Leds (Usb)
WAN ACT (Activity) -- Wide Area Network Activity A flashing yellow WAN ACT LED indicates data activity between the remote DSL network and the NDS unit. The LED flashes when there is data activity on this port. For ARESCOM NDS 800U/1000U models only BEFORE YOU BEGIN... -
Page 8: Back Panel Interface
The Ethernet interface connects the NDS to a 10BaseT network. The USB interface allows you to connect your NDS to your PC using an USB detachable cable. For ARESCOM NDS 800U/1000U models only NDS Version 6.0 Get Started User’s Guide... -
Page 9: Hardware Installation
HARDWARE INSTALLATION HARDWARE INSTALLATION CAUTION!!! Turn off all electronic devices, including your personal computer, before you begin to connect and disconnect cables. Setup Instructions • Choose a location for the NDS close to a power outlet and a nearby telephone outlet. In addition, select a convenient location that does not experience too much foot traffic and is away from sunlight. -
Page 10: Connect To The Dsl Line
If the PWR LED is not lit, turn off your NDS and repeat steps 1 through 3 above. For ARESCOM NDS 800U/1000U models only NDS Version 6.0 Get Started User’s Guide... -
Page 11: Software Installation
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION SOFTWARE INSTALLATION USB Driver Installation If you are connecting your NDS unit using its USB interface, you will need to install the USB software driver. Please follow the steps below to ensure a successful USB installation. If you do not have a NDS unit with an USB interface or do not plan to use the USB interface, skip the sections below and move on to the section titled “TCP/IP... -
Page 12: Installing Usb Drivers On Windows 2000
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Windows prompts the next message to ask you to restart your Step 7. computer. Click Yes to reboot your system. This is highly recommended for your PC to properly recognize the new network settings. You have successfully installed your NDS using USB. The USB Step 8. -
Page 13: Installing Usb Drivers On Windows Xp
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION You have successfully installed your NDS using USB. The USB Step 6. LED on the front panel should be lit yellow to indicate a valid USB connection. 3.1.4 Installing USB Drivers on Windows XP After your PC detects an USB connection, the Found New Step 1. -
Page 14: Detecting Tcp/Ip In Windows® 95/98/Me
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ® 3.2.1 Detecting TCP/IP in Windows 95/98/Me Click on Start -> Settings -> Step 1. Control Panel. Double-click the Network Step 2. icon. Click the Configuration tab. Step 3. A. If you see TCP/IP listed under Network Components, you already have TCP/IP on your Windows 95/98/Me. -
Page 15: Configuring Tcp/Ip In Windows® 95/98/Me
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION B. If you see TCP/IP listed under Network Components, you already have TCP/IP on your Windows 95/98/Me. Proceed to the section titled “Configuring TCP/IP in Windows® 95/98/ Me.” ® 3.2.3 Configuring TCP/IP in Windows 95/98/Me From the Configuration tab, select TCP/IP -> XXXX Ethernet Step 1. -
Page 16: Detecting Tcp/Ip In Windows® Nt
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION To enable static IP addressing: Click Specify an IP Address. Step 1. Type the IP Address and Subnet Mask (for your PC). Step 2. Click the Gateway tab. Step 3. Type in your Gateway IP Address (the IP address for the Step 4. -
Page 17: Configuring Tcp/Ip In Windows® Nt
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ® 3.2.5 Installing TCP/IP in Windows Consult your Network Administrator if you do not have NOTE: authorization to change settings for your PC. Step 1. From the Protocols tab click Add. Select TCP/IP Protocol Step 2. and click OK. Check to verify TCP/IP Step 3. -
Page 18: Configuring Tcp/Ip In Windows® 2000
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION To enable dynamic IP addressing: Click the radio button next to Step 1. Obtain an IP Address from DHCP Server. OPTIONAL: Click the DNS tab and select Disable DNS. If you previously entered any parameters, clear all pre- existing settings. - Page 19 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Under the General tab in Step 3. the Local Area Connection Properties window, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. From the General tab, Step 4. select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. To enable dynamic IP addressing: Step 1.
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Page 20: Configuring Tcp/Ip In Windows Xp
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION To enable static IP addressing: Click Use the following Step 1. IP Address and enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway. Enter the Preferred and Step 2. Alternate DNS server IP addresses. Click OK to exit the Step 3. - Page 21 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION To enable dynamic IP addressing: Click the radio button Step 1. next to Obtain an IP Address automatically. OPTIONAL: You can either click Obtain DNS server address automatically or Use the following DNS server addresses options. If you choose the Use the following DNS server addresses option, then you need to enter the Preferred...
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Page 22: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING This section is designed to answer some of the questions you might have while operating the NDS. Read each heading carefully to find the solution to your problems. No SYNC/WAN Link LED Flashing • Make sure the phone cord from the wall is plugged into the NDS, then check to see if the NDS has power and is turned on. -
Page 23: Dsl Service Seems Slow
TROUBLESHOOTING DSL Service Seems Slow If you are experiencing difficulties accessing a specific web site, try browsing a different web site. The site you were accessing may be experiencing technical problems. USB Driver Cannot be Installed Under Windows XP When you are installing NDS USB driver under Windows XP, you may come across the following warning message: Click Continue Anyway and carry on with the installation process. -
Page 24: Reference
REFERENCE REFERENCE FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. -
Page 25: Fcc Part 68 Requirements
If you experience trouble with this product, please contact ARESCOM, Inc. for information on obtaining service or repairs. The telephone company may ask that you disconnect this equipment from the network until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning.
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