Installation Guide of

xDSL/Cable SOHO Router

XRT-401


3. Connecting the XRT-401 to Your Network

3.1 OverView

Unlike a simple hub or switch, the setup of the XRT-401, Cable/xDSL Router consists of more than simply plugging everything together. Because the Router acts as a DHCP server, you will have to set some values within the Router, and also configure your networked PCs to accept the IP Addresses the Router chooses to assign them.

You will need the following values from your ISP in order to install the Cable/xDSL Router:

Whoever installed your broadband access should have left this information with you. If not, call your ISP and they will be able to supply you with it.


3.2 About Static and Dynamic IP Addresses


Static IP Addresses

A static IP address is an IP address permanently assigned to computer in a TCP/IP network.
Static IP addresses are usually assigned to networked devices which are consistently accessed by multiple users, such as Server PCs, or printers.
If you are using your Router to share your cable or xDSL Internet connection, contact your ISP to see if they have assigned your home a static IP address. You will need that address during your Router's configuration.

Dynamic IP Addresses

A dynamic IP address is an IP address that is automatically assigned to a client station (computer, printer, etc.) in a TCP/IP network.
Dynamic IP addresses are typically assigned by a DHCP server, which can be a computer on the network or another piece of hardware, such as the Router. A dynamic IP address may change every time your computer connects to the network.

DHCP
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

DHCP is software that automatically assigns IP addresses to client stations logging onto a TCP/IP network.
DHCP eliminates having to manually assign permanent IP addresses to every device on your network. DHCP software typically runs in servers and is also found in network devices such as Routers.



3.3 Connecting Everything Together & Booting Up

Once you are sure that you have the above values on hand, you can begin the Installation and Setup of your XRT-401. The router's default settings.

  1. Power everything down, including your PCs, your Cable or xDSL modem and the Router.

  2. Connect a Network cable from one of your PCs' Ethernet ports to one of the LAN Ports on the back of the Router. Do the same with all the PCs you wish to connect to the Router. (Either Port 1 and Uplink can be used in one time, or LAN Port 1 will become inactive if you use the both ports.)

  3. Connect the network cable from your Cable or xDSL modem to the WAN port on the rear of the Router.

  4. Connect the power-supply cable to the Power port on the rear of the Router, then plug the supplied AC power cable into a power outlet. Plug the other end into the back of the power adapter.

  5. Power on the Cable or xDSL modem.

  6. Press the Reset button on the front of the router. Hold the button in for three seconds, or until the Diag LED illuminates on. This restores the router's default settings.

After the connection, please check the LED indicator of WAN LINK and  LAN port's LINK. Normally, it should act as following:

Power

 ON

WAN LINK

 ON

LAN Port LINK

 ON if that port is connected

LAN Port FDX

 ON if that port detected and runs in full-duplex mode

LAN Port Speed

 ON if that port detected and runs in 100Mbps.

DIAG

 OFF

Note: If the LAN/WAN link LED is not turned on while it is connected, it could be your cable is not correct. Be noted, from you PC to any numbered port of XRT-401, it should be a straight wire. From WAN (MDI) port to your xDSL/Cable modem (MDI), you will need a crossover wire. Contact your local dealer for the details.

The Hardware Installation is complete. Continue to the next section to configure the router's settings.

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