xDSL/Cable SOHO Router
XRT-401
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.
Static IP Addresses |
A
static IP address is an IP address permanently assigned to computer in
a TCP/IP network. |
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. |
DHCP |
DHCP is software that automatically assigns IP addresses
to client stations logging onto a TCP/IP network. |
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.
Power everything down, including your PCs, your Cable or xDSL modem and the Router.
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.)
Connect the network cable from your Cable or xDSL modem to the WAN port on the rear of the Router.
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.
The Power LED will illuminate green as soon as the power adapter is connected.
The Diag LED will illuminate on for a few seconds while the Router goes through its internal diagnostic test. The LED will turn off when the self-test is complete.
Power on the Cable or xDSL modem.
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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