Connecting The System; Overview Of The Steps To Install A Network - Siemens Gigaset Owner's Manual

Connecting the System

The Gigaset Router can be positioned at any convenient location in your office or home.
No special wiring or cooling requirements are needed. You should, however comply
with the following guidelines:
Only operate the Gigaset Router in covered areas with a temperature range of +5 to
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+40° C. Keep the Gigaset Router away from any heating devices.
A 220/230 V~ mains socket and a connection to the DSL modem, cable modem or
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LAN must be available at the installation site of the Gigaset Router.
Stand the Gigaset Router on a non-slip mat or pad.
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The device feet generally do not mark any surfaces with which they come into con-
tact. However, some furniture surfaces may contain substances that will attack and
soften the devices's plastic feet. Device feet affected in this way may mark furniture
surfaces.
Carefully position the leads so no one can trip over them. Nothing should be placed
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on top of these leads.
You should also remember to turn off the power, remove the power cord from the
outlet, and keep your hands dry when handling the Gigaset Router.

Overview of the Steps to Install a Network

1. Please have your Internet Service Provider access data on hand.
2. Install DSL or cable modem. Please refer to the User Guide of your modem for instal-
lation information.
3. Install Ethernet network card. Please refer to the User Guide of your product for in-
stallation information.
4. Connect the Gigaset Router.
5. Set up the network.
6. Configure the Gigaset Router.
7. Optionally: Connect and configure further PCs.
The Gigaset Router installation (steps 4-6) will take about 10 to 15 minutes.
Getting started
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