System Requirements; Installation Environment Requirements; Connecting The Router - SMC Networks SMCBR14 WIRED BARRICADE User Manual

POWER: The Power plug is where you will connect the power adapter.
Note:
Please use the power adapter supplied with the SMCBR14 Cable/DSL Router, if you use
a different adapter, it may cause damage to the Router.
RESET: Use the button to reset the router's factory defaults. There are two ways to
reset the router's factory defaults:
1. Use the Factory Defaults function on System Tools -> Factory Defaults page
in the router's Web-based Utility.
2. Use the Factory Default Reset button: Press the Reset button for five seconds
and then wait for the router to reboot.
Note:
Ensure the router is powered on before it restarts completely.
WAN: One RJ45 port for connecting the router to a cable, DSL modem or Ethernet
4/3/2/1: Four LAN 10/100Mbps RJ45 ports for connecting the router to the local PCs

2.2 System Requirements

Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)
One DSL/Cable modem that has an RJ45 connector (It's not necessary if you
connect the router to Ethernet)
Each PC on the LAN needs an Ethernet Adapter and an Ethernet cable with RJ45
connectors
An operating system supporting the TCP/IP protocol
Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later, Netscape Navigator
6.0 or later

2.3 Installation Environment Requirements

Not in direct sunlight or near a heater or heating vent
Not cluttered or crowded. There should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space on
all sides of the router
Well ventilated (especially if it is in a closet)
Make sure the cables and power cord are placed safely out of the way so they do
not create a tripping hazard

2.4 Connecting the Router

Before you install the router, you should connect your PC to the Internet through your
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