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Table of Contents
PACKAGE CONTENTS .......................................................................................... 1 IP Filtering................................................................................................... 50
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................... 1 MAC Filtering .............................................................................................. 53
FEATURES .......................................................................................................... 2 QUALITY OF SERVICE......................................................................................... 55
HARDWARE OVERVIEW ........................................................................................ 3 Queue Config.............................................................................................. 56
Connections ................................................................................................. 3 QoS Classification ...................................................................................... 57
LEDs............................................................................................................. 4 ROUTING .......................................................................................................... 58
DNS................................................................................................................. 59
INSTALLATION .................................................................................................... 5
DNS Server................................................................................................. 59
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ............................................................................................ 5 Dynamic DNS ............................................................................................. 59
INSTALLATION NOTES .......................................................................................... 6 DSL ................................................................................................................. 61
INFORMATION YOU WILL NEED FROM YOUR ADSL SERVICE PROVIDER ................... 8
DIAGNOSTICS ................................................................................................... 63
DEVICE INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 12
Power on Router ........................................................................................ 12 MANAGEMENT .................................................................................................. 64
Factory Reset Button.................................................................................. 13
SETTINGS ......................................................................................................... 64
Network Connections ................................................................................. 14
SYSTEM LOG..................................................................................................... 66
CONFIGURATION .............................................................................................. 15 SNMP AGENT ................................................................................................... 67
INTERNET TIME.................................................................................................. 67
WEB-BASED CONFIGURATION UTILITY ................................................................ 15
ACCESS CONTROL ............................................................................................ 68
QUICK SETUP ................................................................................................... 16
UPDATE SOFTWARE........................................................................................... 69
DEVICE INFO ..................................................................................................... 35 SAVE/REBOOT................................................................................................... 70
SUMMARY ......................................................................................................... 36 TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................ 71
WAN................................................................................................................ 36
NETWORKING BASICS..................................................................................... 75
STATISTICS ....................................................................................................... 37
ROUTE ............................................................................................................. 39 CHECK YOUR IP ADDRESS ................................................................................. 75
ARP ................................................................................................................ 39 STATICALLY ASSIGN AN IP ADDRESS................................................................... 76
DHCP.............................................................................................................. 39
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................... 77
ADVANCED SETUP ........................................................................................... 40
WAN................................................................................................................ 40
LAN ................................................................................................................. 42
Static IP Lease List..................................................................................... 44
NAT ................................................................................................................. 45
Virtual Servers ............................................................................................ 45
Port Triggering ............................................................................................ 47
DMZ Host ................................................................................................... 49
ALG ............................................................................................................ 49
SECURITY ......................................................................................................... 50
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Package Contents
• DSL-2500U ADSL Router
• Power Adapter
• CD-ROM with User Manual
• One twisted-pair telephone cable used for ADSL connection
• One straight-through Ethernet cable
• One Quick Installation Guide

Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included
with the DSL-2500U will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.

System Requirements
• ADSL Internet service
• Computer with:
• 200MHz Processor
• 64MB Memory
• CD-ROM Drive
• Ethernet Adapter with TCP/IP Protocol Installed
• Internet Explorer v6 or later, FireFox v1.5
• Computer with Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista
• D-Link Click'n Connect Utility

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Features
• PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) Security – The DSL-2500U ADSL Router supports PAP (Password Authentication Protocol) and CHAP
(Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) for PPP connections. The Router also supports MSCHAP.
• DHCP Support – Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol automatically and dynamically assigns all LAN IP settings to each host on your
network. This eliminates the need to reconfigure every host whenever changes in network topology occur.
• Network Address Translation (NAT) – For small office environments, the DSL-2500U allows multiple users on the LAN to access the
Internet concurrently through a single Internet account. This provides Internet access to everyone in the office for the price of a single user.
NAT improves network security in effect by hiding the private network behind one global and visible IP address. NAT address mapping can
also be used to link two IP domains via a LAN-to-LAN connection.
• TCP/IP (Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) – The DSL-2500U supports TCP/IP protocol, the language used for the Internet. It is
compatible with access servers manufactured by major vendors.
• RIP-1/RIP-2 – The DSL-2500U supports both RIP-1 and RIP-2 exchanges with other routers. Using both versions lets the Router to
communicate with all RIP enabled devices.
• Static Routing – This allows you to select a data path to a particular network destination that will remain in the routing table and never “age
out”. If you wish to define a specific route that will always be used for data traffic from your LAN to a specific destination within your LAN (for
example to another router or a server) or outside your network (to an ISP defined default gateway for instance).
• Default Routing – This allows you to choose a default path for incoming data packets for which the destination address is unknown. This is
particularly useful when/if the Router functions as the sole connection to the Internet.
• ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode) – The DSL-2500U supports Bridged Ethernet over ATM (RFC1483), IP over ATM (RFC1577), and
PPP over ATM (RFC 2364).
• Precise ATM Traffic Shaping – Traffic shaping is a method of controlling the flow rate of ATM data cells. This function helps to establish the
Quality of Service for ATM data transfer.
• [Link] (Auto-handshake) – This allows the Router to automatically choose either the [Link] or [Link] ADSL connection standards.
• High Performance – Very high rates of data transfer are possible with the Router. Up to 24 Mbps downstream bit rate using the [Link]
standard.
• Full Network Management – The DSL-2500U incorporates SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) support for web-based
management and text-based network management via an RS-232 or Telnet connection.
• Telnet Connection – The Telnet enables a network manager to access the Router’s management software remotely.
• Easy Installation – The DSL-2500U uses a web-based graphical user interface program for convenient management access and easy set
up. Any common web browser software can be used to manage the Router.

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Hardware Overview
Connections
ADSL Port Reset Button
Use the ADSL cable to connect To manually reset, depress
to the your telephone line (RJ-11 button with the power on for at
port) least seven seconds

Ethernet Port Power Button Power Insert

Use the Ethernet port to connect Push in to power-on the Router. Use the adapter shipped with the
the Router to a computer or an Push again to power-off the Router to connect to power
Ethernet LAN Router source

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Hardware Overview
LEDs
Internet
Power DSL A steady green light indicates that a
When first powered on the Power LED will A steady green light indicates a valid PPPoE /DHCP connection has been
blink red. After the Power On Self-Test ADSL connection. This will light after established. The LED indicator lights
(POST) has completed, the light will blink the ADSL negotiation process has steady red whenever a PPPoE
green. A steady green light indicates the unit been settled. A blinking green light connection has failed to initialize, if a
is powered on. When the device is powered indicates activity on the WAN (ADSL) PPPoE connection has failed to
off this remains dark. interface. authenticate, or if it has failed to obtain
a DHCP IP address from the ISP.

Status
A blinking green light indicates that LAN
packets are being transmitted. A A solid green light indicates a valid link on
steady green light indicates that no startup. This light will blink when there is activity
packets are being transmitted. currently passing through the Ethernet port.

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Installation
This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the Router is very important. Do not place the Router in an enclosed area
such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.

Before You Begin

Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Router. Have all the necessary information and
equipment on hand before beginning the installation.

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Installation Notes
In order to establish a connection to the Internet it will be necessary to provide information to the Router that will be stored in its memory. For some
users, only their account information (Username and Password) is required. For others, various parameters that control and define the Internet
connection will be required. You can print out the two pages below and use the tables to list this information. This way you have a hard copy of all
the information needed to setup the Router. If it is necessary to reconfigure the device, all the necessary information can be easily accessed. Be
sure to keep this information safe and private.

Low Pass Filters

Since ADSL and telephone services share the same copper wiring to carry their respective signals, a filtering mechanism may be necessary to
avoid mutual interference. A low pass filter device can be installed for each telephone that shares the line with the ADSL line. These filters are easy
to install passive devices that connect to the ADSL device and/or telephone using standard telephone cable. Ask your service provider for more
information about the use of low pass filters with your installation.

Operating Systems
The DSL-2500U uses an HTML-based web interface for setup and management. The web configuration manager may be accessed using any
operating system capable of running web browser software, including Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows
Vista.

Web Browser
Any common web browser can be used to configure the Router using the web configuration management software. The program is designed to
work best with more recently released browsers such as Opera, Microsoft Internet Explorer® version 6.0, Netscape Navigator® version 6.2.3, or
later versions. The web browser must have JavaScript enabled. JavaScript is enabled by default on many browsers. Make sure JavaScript has not
been disabled by other software (such as virus protection or web user security packages) that may be running on your computer.

Ethernet Port (NIC Adapter)

Any computer that uses the Router must be able to connect to it through the Ethernet port on the Router. This connection is an Ethernet connection
and therefore requires that your computer be equipped with an Ethernet port as well. Most notebook computers are now sold with an Ethernet port
already installed. Likewise, most fully assembled desktop computers come with an Ethernet NIC adapter as standard equipment. If your computer
does not have an Ethernet port, you must install an Ethernet NIC adapter before you can use the Router. If you must install an adapter, follow the
installation instructions that come with the Ethernet NIC adapter.

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Additional Software
It may be necessary to install software on your computer that enables the computer to access the Internet. Additional software must be installed if
you are using the device a simple bridge. For a bridged connection, the information needed to make and maintain the Internet connection is stored
on another computer or gateway device, not in the Router itself.

If your ADSL service is delivered through a PPPoE or PPPoA connection, the information needed to establish and maintain the Internet connection
can be stored in the Router. In this case, it is not necessary to install software on your computer. It may however be necessary to change some
settings in the device, including account information used to identify and verify the connection.

All connections to the Internet require a unique global IP address. For bridged connections, the global IP settings must reside in a TCP/IP enabled
device on the LAN side of the bridge, such as a PC, a server, a gateway device such as a router or similar firewall hardware. The IP address can be
assigned in a number of ways. Your network service provider will give you instructions about any additional connection software or NIC
configuration that may be required.

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Information you will need from your ADSL service

provider
Username
This is the Username used to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network. Your ADSL service provider uses this to identify your account.

Password
This is the Password used, in conjunction with the Username above, to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network. This is used to verify the
identity of your account.

WAN Setting / Connection Type

These settings describe the method your ADSL service provider uses to transport data between the Internet and your computer. Most users will use
the default settings. You may need to specify one of the following WAN Setting and Connection Type configurations (Connection Type settings listed
in parenthesis):
• PPPoE/PPPoA (PPPoE LLC, PPPoA LLC or PPPoA VC-Mux)
• Bridge Mode (1483 Bridged IP LLC or 1483 Bridged IP VC Mux)
• IPoA/MER (Static IP Address) (Bridged IP LLC, 1483 Bridged IP VC Mux, 1483 Routed IP LLC, 1483 Routed IP VC-Mux or IPoA)
• MER (Dynamic IP Address) (1483 Bridged IP LLC or 1483 Bridged IP VC-Mux)

Modulation Type
ADSL uses various standardized modulation techniques to transmit data over the allotted signal frequencies. Some users may need to change the
type of modulation used for their service. The default DSL modulation (ADSL2+ Multi-Mode) used for the Router automatically detects all types of
ADSL, ADSL2, and ADSL2+ modulation.

Security Protocol
This is the method your ADSL service provider will use to verify your Username and Password when you log on to their network. Your Router
supports the PAP and CHAP protocols.

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VPI
Most users will not be required to change this setting. The Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) is used in conjunction with the Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI)
to identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. If you are setting up the Router for multiple virtual
connections, you will need to configure the VPI and VCI as instructed by your ADSL service provider for the additional connections. This setting can
be changed in the WAN Settings window of the web management interface.

VCI
Most users will not be required to change this setting. The Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) used in conjunction with the VPI to identify the data path
between your ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. If you are setting up the Router for multiple virtual connections, you will need to
configure the VPI and VCI as instructed by your ADSL service provider for the additional connections. This setting can be changed in the WAN
Settings window of the web management interface.

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Information you will need about DSL-2500U

Username
This is the Username needed access the Router’s management interface. When you attempt to connect to the device through a web browser you
will be prompted to enter this Username. The default Username for the Router is “admin.” The user cannot change this.

Password
This is the Password you will be prompted to enter when you access the Router’s management interface. The default Password is “admin.” The
user may change this.

LAN IP addresses for the DSL-2500U

This is the IP address you will enter into the Address field of your web browser to access the Router’s configuration graphical user interface (GUI)
using a web browser. The default IP address is [Link]. This may be changed to suit any IP address scheme the user desires. This address will
be the base IP address used for DHCP service on the LAN when DHCP is enabled.

LAN Subnet Mask for the DSL-2500U

This is the subnet mask used by the DSL-2500U, and will be used throughout your LAN. The default subnet mask is [Link]. This can be
changed later.

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Information you will need about your LAN or computer :

Ethernet NIC
If your computer has an Ethernet NIC, you can connect the DSL-2500U to this Ethernet port using an Ethernet cable. You can also use the Ethernet
ports on the DSL-2500U to connect to other computer or Ethernet devices.

DHCP Client status

Your DSL-2500U ADSL Router is configured, by default, to be a DHCP server. This means that it can assign an IP address, subnet mask, and a
default gateway address to computers on your LAN. The default range of IP addresses the DSL-2500U will assign are from [Link] to
[Link]. Your computer (or computers) needs to be configured to obtain an IP address automatically (that is, they need to be configured as
DHCP clients.)

It is recommended that your collect and record this information here, or in some other secure place, in case you have to re-configure your ADSL
connection in the future.

Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure your DSL-2500U ADSL Router.

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Device Installation
The DSL-2500U connects two separate physical interfaces, an ADSL (WAN) and an Ethernet (LAN) interface. Place the Router in a location where
it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source. The Router should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or
excessive heat. Make sure the cables and power cord are placed safely out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard. As with any electrical
appliance, observe common sense safety procedures.

The Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop, ideally you should be able to see the LED indicators on the front if you need to view them for
troubleshooting.

Power on Router
The Router must be used with the power adapter included with the device.

1. Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the Router and plug the adapter into a suitable nearby
power source.
2. Depress the Power button into the on position. You should see the Power LED indicator light up and remain lit. The Status LED should light solid
green and begin to blink after a few seconds.
3. If the Ethernet port is connected to a working device, check the Ethernet Link/Act LED indicators to make sure the connection is valid. The
Router will attempt to establish the ADSL connection, if the ADSL line is connected and the Router is properly configured this should light up
after several seconds. If this is the first time installing the device, some settings may need to be changed before the Router can establish a
connection.

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Factory Reset Button

The Router may be reset to the original factory default settings by using a ballpoint or paperclip to gently push down the reset button in the following
sequence:

1. Ensure the Router is powered on.

2. Press and hold the reset button on the back of the device for approximately 5 to 8 seconds.
3. This process would take about 1~2 minutes to complete.

Remember that this will wipe out any settings stored in flash memory including user account information and LAN IP settings. The device settings
will be restored to the factory default IP address [Link] and the subnet mask is [Link], the default management Username is “admin”
and the default Password is “admin.”

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Network Connections
Connect ADSL Line
Use the ADSL cable included with the Router to connect it to a telephone wall socket or receptacle. Plug one end of the cable into the ADSL port
(RJ-11 receptacle) on the rear panel of the Router and insert the other end into the RJ-11 wall socket. If you are using a low pass filter device, follow
the instructions included with the device or given to you by your service provider. The ADSL connection represents the WAN interface, the
connection to the Internet. It is the physical link to the service provider’s network backbone and ultimately to the Internet.

Connect Router to Ethernet

The Router may be connected to a single computer or Ethernet device through the 10BASE-TX Ethernet port on the rear panel. Any connection to
an Ethernet concentrating device such as a switch or hub must operate at a speed of 10/100 Mbps only. When connecting the Router to any
Ethernet device that is capable of operating at speeds higher than 10Mbps, be sure that the device has auto-negotiation (NWay) enabled for the
connecting port. Use standard twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors. The RJ-45 port on the Router is a crossed port (MDI-X). Follow standard
Ethernet guidelines when deciding what type of cable to use to make this connection. When connecting the Router directly to a PC or server use a
normal straight-through cable. You should use a crossed cable when connecting the Router to a normal (MDI-X) port on a switch or hub. Use a
normal straight-through cable when connecting it to an uplink (MDI-II) port on a hub or switch. The rules governing Ethernet cable lengths apply to
the LAN to Router connection. Be sure that the cable connecting the LAN to the Router does not exceed 100 meters.

Hub or Switch to Router Connection

Connect the Router to an uplink port (MDI-II) on an Ethernet hub or switch with a straight-through cable. If you wish to reserve the uplink port on the
switch or hub for another device, connect to any on the other MDI-X ports (1x, 2x, etc.) with a crossed cable.

Computer to Router Connection

You can connect the Router directly to a 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet adapter card (NIC) installed on a PC using the Ethernet cable provided.

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Configuration
This section will show you how to configure your new D-Link Router using the web-based configuration utility.

Web-based Configuration Utility

Connect to the Router
To configure the WAN connection used by the Router it is first necessary to communicate with the Router through its management interface, which
is HTML-based and can be accessed using a web browser. The easiest way to make sure your computer has the correct IP settings is to configure
it to use the DHCP server in the Router. The next section describes how to change the IP configuration for a computer running a Windows operating
system to be a DHCP client.

To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet

Explorer and enter the IP address of the router ([Link]).

Type “admin” for the User Name and “admin” in the Password field. If
you get a Page Cannot be Displayed error, please refer to the
Troubleshooting section for assistance.

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Quick Setup
This chapter is concerned with using your computer to configure the WAN connection. The following chapter describes the various windows used to
configure and monitor the Router including how to change IP settings and DHCP server setup.

QUICK SETUP
Click the Quick Setup link on the left panel of the opening page to launch
a series of setup windows.

Tick the DSL Auto-connect check box and then click the Next button.

If the ADSL connection is down, unselect the DSL Auto-connect checkbox

and then click the Next button to manually assign VPI and VCI values.

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QUICK SETUP
If you chose to manually assign the VPI and VCI values, additional
parameters will appear that allow you to set up the ATM PVC
configuration. Enter a Port Identifier (PORT), Virtual Path Identifier (VPI),
and Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI). The VPI and VCI values should be
provided by your ISP. This window also allows you to enable QoS by
ticking the Enable Quality of Service check box.

Click the Next button to continue.

QUICK SETUP – CONNECTION TYPE

This window allows you to select the appropriate connection type. The
choices include PPP over ATM (PPPoA), PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE),
MAC Encapsulation Routing (MER), IP over ATM (IPoA), and Bridging
(default).

This window also allows you to use the drop-down menu to select the
desired Encapsulation Mode.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – BRIDGING

To enable bridging, tick the Enable Bridge Service check box and enter a
Service Name.

To disable the Bridge service, unselect the check box.

Click the Next button to continue.

QUICK SETUP – BRIDGING

This window allows you to configure the Router IP Address and Subnet
Mask for your LAN. Once you have entered an IP Address and Subnet
Mask, click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – BRIDGING

This summary window allows you to confirm the bridging settings you
have just made.

Click the Save/Reboot button to save your new bridging settings and
restart the Router.

QUICK SETUP – PPPoA

Click the PPP over ATM (PPPoA) radio button on this window. This
window also allows you to use the drop-down menu to select the desired
Encapsulation Mode.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – PPPoA

This window allows you to set the Username and the Password for your
PPP connection. This information is obtained from your ISP. Additional
settings on this window will also depend on your ISP.

Click the Next button to continue.

QUICK SETUP - PPPoA

This window allows you to enable or disable Network Address Translation
(NAT) and the Firewall function on your Router. In addition, you can
enable or disable IGMP Multicasting and the WAN Service.

You can also identify the connection by typing a name into the Service
Name field.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP - PPPoA

This window allows you to enter an IP address and Subnet Mask for the
LAN interface. In addition, you can either Enable or Disable the DHCP
Server.

To enable the DHCP Server, enter a Starting IP Address, an Ending IP

Address, and a Subnet Mask. You may also choose to change the default
value of the Leased Time.

Tick the Configure the second IP Address and Subnet Mask for LAN
interface checkbox if you want to enable a second IP Address on the LAN
connection. Type the IP Address and Subnet Mask you want to use as the
second IP address in the IP Address and Subnet Mask fields that appear
below the checkbox.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – PPPoA

This summary window allows you to confirm the settings you have just
made.

Click the Save/Reboot button to save your new PPP over ATM settings
and restart the Router.

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QUICK SETUP – PPPoE

Click the PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE) radio button on this window. This
window also allows you to use the drop-down menu to select the desired
Encapsulation Mode.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – PPPoE

This window allows you to set the username and the password for your
PPP connection. This information is obtained from your ISP. Additional
settings on this window will also depend on your ISP.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – PPPoE

This window allows you to enable or disable Network Address Translation
(NAT) and the Firewall function on your Router. In addition, you can
enable or disable IGMP Multicasting and the WAN Service.

You can also identify the connection by typing a name into the Service
Name field.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – PPPoE

This window allows you to enter an IP address and Subnet Mask for the
LAN interface. In addition, you can either Enable or Disable the DHCP
Server.

To enable the DHCP Server, enter a Starting IP Address, an Ending IP

Address, and a Subnet Mask. You may also choose to change the default
value of the Leased Time.

Tick the Configure the second IP Address and Subnet Mask for LAN
interface checkbox if you want to enable a second IP Address on the LAN
connection. Type the IP Address and Subnet Mask you want to use as the
second IP address in the IP Address and Subnet Mask fields that appear
below the checkbox.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – PPPoE

This summary window allows you to confirm the settings you have just
made.

Click the Save/Reboot button to save your new PPP over Ethernet
settings and restart the Router.

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QUICK SETUP – MER

Click the MAC Encapsulation Routing (MER) radio button on this window.
This window also allows you to use the drop-down menu to select the
desired Encapsulation Mode.

Click the Next button to continue.

QUICK SETUP – MER

This window allows you to configure the WAN IP settings. This information
is obtained from your ISP.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – MER

This window allows you to enable or disable Network Address Translation
(NAT) and the Firewall function on your Router. In addition, you can
enable or disable IGMP Multicasting and the WAN Service.

You can also identify the connection by typing a name into the Service
Name field.

Click the Next button to continue.

QUICK SETUP – MER

This window allows you to enter an IP address and Subnet Mask for the
LAN interface. In addition, you can either Enable or Disable the DHCP
Server.

To enable the DHCP Server, enter a Starting IP Address, an Ending IP

Address, and a Subnet Mask. You may also choose to change the default
value of the Leased Time.

Tick the Configure the second IP Address and Subnet Mask for LAN
interface checkbox if you want to enable a second IP Address on the LAN
connection. Type the IP Address and Subnet Mask you want to use as the
second IP address in the IP Address and Subnet Mask fields that appear
below the checkbox.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – MER

This summary window allows you to confirm the settings you have just
made.

Click the Save/Reboot button to save your new MAC Encapsulation

Routing settings and restart the Router.

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QUICK SETUP – IPoA

Click the IP over ATM (IPoA) radio button on this window. This window
also allows you to use the drop-down menu to select the desired
Encapsulation Mode.

Click the Next button to continue.

QUICK SETUP – IPoA

This window allows you to configure the WAN IP settings. This information
is obtained from your ISP.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – IPoA

This window allows you to enable or disable Network Address Translation
(NAT) and the Firewall function on your Router. In addition, you can
enable or disable IGMP Multicasting and the WAN Service.

You can also identify the connection by typing a name into the Service
Name field.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – IPoA

This window allows you to enter an IP Address and Subnet Mask for the
LAN interface. In addition, you can either Enable or Disable the DHCP
Server.

To enable the DHCP Server, enter a Starting IP Address, an Ending IP

Address, and a Subnet Mask. You may also choose to change the default
value of the Leased Time.

Tick the Configure the second IP Address and Subnet Mask for LAN
interface checkbox if you want to enable a second IP Address on the LAN
connection. Type the IP Address and Subnet Mask you want to use as the
second IP address in the IP Address and Subnet Mask fields that appear
below the checkbox.

Click the Next button to continue.

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QUICK SETUP – IPoA

This summary window allows you to confirm the settings you have just
made.

Click the Save/Reboot button to save your new IP over ATM settings and
restart the Router.

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Device Info
To access the Device Info window, click either the Device Info or Summary link in the Device Info directory. The following page opens:

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Summary
This window displays the current status of your DSL connection, including
the software version, LAN IP address, and DNS server address.

WAN
To access the WAN Info window, click the WAN link in the Device Info directory.

This window displays the current status of your WAN connection.

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Statistics
To access the Router’s first Statistics window, click the Statistics link in the Device Info directory.

This window displays the Router’s LAN statistics.

Click the Reset Statistics button to refresh these statistics.

This window displays the Router’s WAN statistics.

Click the Reset Statistics button to refresh these statistics.

This window displays the Router’s ATM statistics.

Click the Reset button to refresh these statistics.

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This window displays the Router’s ADSL statistics.

Click the Reset Statistics button to refresh these statistics.

Click the ADSL BER Test button to access the ADSL Bit Error Rate Test
window displayed below:

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Route
To access the Device Info – Route window, click the Route link in the Device Info directory.

This read-only window displays routing info.

ARP
To access the Device Info – ARP window, click the ARP link in the Device Info directory.

This read-only window displays Address Resolution Protocol info.

DHCP
To access the Device Info – DHCP Leases window, click the DHCP link in the Device Info directory.
This read-only window displays DHCP lease info.

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Advanced Setup
This chapter include the more advanced features used for network management and security as well as administrative tools to manage the Router,
view status and other information used to examine performance and for troubleshooting.

WAN
To access the Wide Area Network (WAN) Setup window, click the WAN link in the Advanced Setup directory.

This window is used to configure the WAN interface. You can add, delete,
and modify WAN interfaces on this window.

Once the desired changes to the WAN interface are complete, click the
Save/Reboot button.

If you are setting up the WAN interface for the first time, click the Add
button.

The ATM PVC Configuration window allows you to set up ATM PVC
configuration. Enter a Port Identifier, Virtual Path Identifier, and Virtual
Channel Identifier. The VPI and VCI values should be provided by your
ISP. This window also allows you to enable QoS by ticking the Enable
Quality of Service check box.

Click the Next button to continue.

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This window allows you to select the appropriate connection type. The
choices include PPP over ATM (PPPoA), PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE),
MAC Encapsulation Routing (MER), IP over ATM (IPoA), and Bridging
(default).

This window also allows you to use the drop-down menu to select the
desired Encapsulation Mode.

Click the Next button to continue.

For further information about each of the five connection types available
on the Router, please go to the Quick Setup section earlier in this manual
as all of the windows are identical.

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LAN
You can configure the LAN IP address to suit your preference. Many users will find it convenient to use the default settings together with DHCP
service to manage the IP settings for their private network. The IP address of the Router is the base address used for DHCP. In order to use the
Router for DHCP on your LAN, the IP address pool used for DHCP must be compatible with the IP address of the Router. The IP addresses
available in the DHCP IP address pool will change automatically if you change the IP address of the Router.

To access the Local Area Network (LAN) Setup window, click the LAN link in the Advanced Setup directory.

IP Address Type the IP Address you want

to configure for the LAN
Interface.

Subnet Mask Type the Subnet Mask you

want to configure for the LAN
Interface.

Enable UPnP Tick the checkbox to enable

(This setting is UPnP. UPnP is a feature that
only available supports zero-configuration
when the WAN networking and automatic
connection has discovery for many types of
been networked devices. When
configured to enabled, it allows other
operate in devices that support UPnP to
PPPoA, dynamically join a network,
PPPoE, MER obtain an IP address, convey
or IPoA mode) its capabilities, and learn
about the presence and
capabilities of other devices.

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Enable IGMP Snooping Tick the checkbox to enable IGMP Snooping on the Router.

If the Router has been configured to work in Bridge Mode, click the Standard Mode radio button to specify that IGMP
traffic from the WAN connection will be flooded to each LAN port, even if the user hasn’t joined the IGMP group. Click
the Blocking Mode radio button to specify that IGMP traffic will be blocked, unless a LAN user requests to join an
IGMP group, e.g. to view an IPTV program, in which case the IGMP traffic will only flow to the user who joined the
IGMP group.

If the Router has been configured to work in one of the Routing Modes, the Router will only ever forward traffic to the
requesting client and not flood the other LAN ports.

DHCP Server Click the Enable DHCP Server radio button to enable the DHCP Server function on the Router.

• Type the first IP address that you want to include in the DHCP range in the Start IP Address field.
• Type the last IP address that you want to include in the DHCP range in the End IP Address field.
• Type the Subnet Mask that you want DHCP hosts to use in the Subnet Mask field.
• Type the amount of time that DHCP leases should last (in hours) in the Leased Time field.

Static IP Lease List This section allows you to view, create and delete Static IP Lease entries. (See the following page to find out how to use
the Static IP Lease list).

Configure the second IP Tick the Configure the second IP Address and Subnet Mask for LAN interface checkbox if you want to enable a
Address and Subnet second IP Address on the LAN connection. Type the IP Address and Subnet Mask you want to use as the second IP
Mask for LAN interface address in the IP Address and Subnet Mask fields that appear below the checkbox.

When you have finished configuring the LAN settings, click either the Save or Save/Reboot button.

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Static IP Lease List

Use the Static IP Lease list section to view, add or delete Static IP Leases.

Adding a New Lease

Click the Add Entries button.

The following window appears:

• Type the MAC Address of the device that you

want to create the Static IP Lease for in the
MAC Address field. (The MAC address
should be in the following format:
xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx, where x equals the
hexadecimal numbers of the MAC Address.)

• Type the IP Address you want to issue the

device in the IP Address field.

• Click the Save/Apply button when you have finished creating the Static IP Lease.

Deleting a Lease
• Tick the checkboxes of the Static Leases you want to delete.

• Click the Remove Entries button to delete the selected Static Leases from the list.

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NAT
To access the Network Address Translation (NAT) Setup window, click the NAT button in the Advanced Setup directory. The NAT button
appears when configuring WAN interface in PPPoA, PPPoE, MER or IPoA.

Virtual Servers
This window is used to configure virtual server. You can add, delete, and
modify virtual server on this window.

If you are setting up the virtual server, click the Add button.

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You can configure the service settings on this window by clicking the
Select a Service radio button and then using the drop-down list to choose
an existing service, or by clicking the Custom Server radio button and
entering your own Application Rule in the field provided.

Click Save/Apply when you are finished with the virtual server
configuration.

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Port Triggering
Some applications require that the remote parties open specific ports in
the Router’s firewall for access. Port Trigger dynamically opens the Open
Ports in the firewall when an application on the LAN initiates a TCP/UDP
connection to a remote party using Trigger Ports. The Router allows the
remote party from the WAN side to establish new connections back to the
application on the LAN side using the Open Ports.
Applications such as games, video conferencing, and other remote
access applications require that specific ports in the Router’s firewall be
opened for access by applications.

Click the Add button to configure port triggering.

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You can configure the port settings on this window by clicking the Select
an application radio button and then using the drop-down list to choose
an existing application, or by clicking the Custom application radio
button and entering your own Application Rule in the field provided.
Click Save/Apply when you are finished with the port setting
configuration. The new Application Rule will appear in the Port Triggering
table.

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DMZ Host
Since some applications are not compatible with NAT, the Router supports
use of a DMZ IP address for a single host on the LAN. This IP address is
not protected by NAT and will therefore be visible to agents on the Internet
with the right type of software. Keep in mind that any client PC in the DMZ
will be exposed to various types of security risks. If you use the DMZ, take
measures (such as client-based virus protection) to protect the remaining
client PCs on your LAN from possible contamination through the DMZ.

To designate a DMZ IP address, type in the IP Address of the server or

device on your LAN, and click the Save/Apply button.

ALG
Tick the checkbox to enable the Session Initiation Protocol (SIP)
Application Level Gateway (ALG) function on the Router. This function
can be enabled if you plan to use your Internet connection to make VoIP
or video calls.

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Security
To access the Security window, click the Security button in the Advanced Setup directory. The Security button appears after configuring the WAN
interface.

IP Filtering
The IP Filtering button appears when configuring WAN interface in PPPoA, PPPoE, MER or IPoA.

IP Filtering - Outgoing
This window allows you to create a filter rule to block outgoing IP traffic by
specifying a filter name and at least one condition on this window. All of
the specified conditions in this filter rule must be satisfied for the rule to
take effect. Filters are used to allow or deny LAN or WAN users from
accessing the Internet or your internal network.
If you are setting up the outgoing IP filtering, click the Add button.

Enter the information in the section. Explanations of parameters are

described below. Click the Save/Apply button to add the entry in the
Active Outbound IP Filtering table.

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Filters Description
Parameter
Filter Name Enter a name for the new filter.
Protocol Select the transport protocol (Any, TCP/UDP, TCP, UDP or ICMP) that will be used for the filter rule.
Select IP Range Select either IP address or Netmask to show different items.
by Source IP Address Enter the start and end IP address for the range of IP addresses which you are creating the
filter rule.
Source IP Address & Source This is the IP address and their associated subnets for which you are creating the filter rule.
Subnet Mask
Source Port The Source Port is the TCP/UDP port on either the LAN or WAN depending on if you are configuring an Outbound or Inbound
Filter rule.
Destination Port The Destination Port is the TCP/UDP port on either the LAN or WAN depending on if you are configuring an Outbound or
Inbound Filter rule.

IP Filtering – Incoming
The Inbound Filter allows you to create a filter rule to allow incoming IP
traffic by specifying a filter name and at least one condition on this
window. All of the specified conditions in this filter rule must be satisfied
for the rule to take effect. By default, all incoming IP traffic from the
Internet is blocked when the firewall is enabled.
If you are setting up the incoming IP filtering, click the Add button.

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Enter the information in the section. Explanations of parameters are

described below. Click the Save/Apply button to add the entry in the
Active Inbound IP Filtering table.

Filters Parameter Description

Filter Name Enter a name for the new filter.
Protocol Select the transport protocol (Any, TCP/UDP, TCP, UDP or ICMP) that will be used for the filter rule.
Select IP Range by Select either IP address or Netmask to show different items.
Source IP Address Enter the start and end IP address for the range of IP addresses which you are creating the filter
rule.
Source IP Address & This is the IP address and their associated subnets for which you are creating the filter rule.
Source Subnet Mask
Source Port The Source Port is the TCP/UDP port on either the LAN or WAN depending on if you are configuring an Outbound or
Inbound Filter rule.
Destination Port The Destination Port is the TCP/UDP port on either the LAN or WAN depending on if you are configuring an Outbound or
Inbound Filter rule.

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MAC Filtering
The MAC Filtering button appears when configuring WAN interface in Bridging.

MAC filtering is used to block or allow various types of packets through

the WAN/LAN interface. This may be done for security or to improve
network efficiency. The rules are configured for individual devices based
on MAC address. Filter rules can be set up for source, destination or both.
You can set up filter rules and disable the entire set of rules without
loosing the rules that have been configured.
Click Change Policy to configure the global policy as Forwarded or
Blocked.
If you are setting up the MAC filtering, click the Add button.

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Select a protocol (All, PPPoE, IPv4, IPv6, Apple Talk, IPX, NetBEUI or
IGMP) in the Protocol Type list, type in a Destination MAC, a Source
MAC or both in the entry fields. Select a direction (LAN=>WAN,
WAN=>LAN, or LAN<=>WAN) in the Frame Direction list. Click the
Save/Apply button to add the entry in the Active Bridge Filters table.

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Quality of Service
QoS or Quality of Service allows your Router to help prioritize the data packet flow in your Router and network. This is very important for time
sensitive applications such as VoIP where it may help prevent dropped calls. Large amounts of non-critical data can be scaled so as not to affect
these prioritized sensitive real-time programs.

To access the QoS – Queue Management Configuration window, click the Quality of Service link in the Advanced Setup directory.

This window allows you to set up QoS on the Router.

When you are finished, click on the Save/Apply button.

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Queue Config
Choose Add or Remove to configure the QoS Queue.

Adding a QoS Queue

Click the Add button to add a QoS Queue Configuration table entry.

This window allows you to configure a QoS queue entry and assign it a
specific network interface.

Click the Save/Apply button to save and activate the filter.

Deleting a QoS Queue

Tick the Remove checkbox next to the QoS queue entry you want to delete and click the Remove button.

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QoS Classification
Choose Add or Remove to configure network traffic classes.

Use this window to create a traffic class rule to classify the upstream
traffic, assign a queue that defines the precedence and the interface, and
optionally overwrite the IP header DSCP byte. A rule consists of a class
name and at least one condition. Please remember that all of the specified
conditions on this window must be met for the rule to take effect.

Click the Save/Apply button to save and activate this rule.

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Routing
To access the Routing windows, click the Routing link in the Advanced Setup directory.

If the Enable Automatic Assigned Default Gateway checkbox is ticked,

the Router will accept the first default gateway assignment received from
one of the enabled PPPoA, PPPoE, or MER/DHCP enabled PVC(s).
If this checkbox is not ticked, enter the static default gateway and/or a
WAN interface.

Click the Save/Apply button when you are finished.

Click the Add button on the Routing – Static Route window to access the
following window displayed on the next page.

Enter the static routing information for an entry to the routing table.

Click the Save/Apply button when you are finished.

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DNS
To access the DNS windows, click the DNS button in the Advanced Setup directory. The DNS link only appears when the WAN interface has been
configured to operate in PPPoA, PPPoE, MER or IPoA mode.

DNS Server
If you have not been given specific DNS server IP addresses or if the
Router is not pre-configured with DNS server information, tick the Enable
Automatic Assigned DNS checkbox. Auto discovery DNS instructs the
Router to automatically obtain the DNS IP address from the ISP through
DHCP. If your WAN connection uses a Static IP address, auto discovery
for DNS cannot be used.
If you have DNS IP addresses provided by your ISP, deselect the Enable
Automatic Assigned DNS checkbox and enter these IP addresses in the
available entry fields for the Primary DNS Server and the Secondary DNS
Server. Click the Save button when you are finished.

Dynamic DNS
The Router supports Dynamic DNS (Dynamic Domain Name Service).
The Dynamic DNS service allows a dynamic public IP address to be
associated with a static host name in any of the many domains, allowing
access to a specified host from various locations on the Internet. This is
enabled to allow remote access to a host by clicking a hyperlinked URL in
the form [Link], Many ISPs assign public IP addresses
using DHCP, this can make it difficult to locate a specific host on the LAN
using standard DNS. If for example you are running a public web server or
VPN server on your LAN, this ensures that the host can be located from
the Internet if the public IP address changes. DDNS requires that an
account be setup with one of the supported DDNS providers.
Click Add to see the Add DDNS Settings section.
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Enter the required DDNS information, click the Save/Apply button to save
the information.

DDNS requires that an account be setup with one of the supported

DDNS servers prior to engaging it on the Router. This function will not
Note work without an accepted account with a DDNS server.

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DSL
To access the DSL Settings window, click the DSL link in the Advanced Setup directory.

This window allows you to select the desired modulation, phone line pair,
and capability. Click the Save/Apply button when you are finished.

Click the Advanced Settings button to select a DSL test mode.

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Select the desired DSL test mode and then click the Apply button.

Click the Tone Selection button to modify the upstream and downstream
tones.

Select the appropriate upstream and downstream tones for your ADSL
connection.

Click the Apply button to let your settings take effect.

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Diagnostics
To access the Diagnostics window, click the Diagnostics link in the Diagnostics directory.

This window is used to test connectivity of the Router.

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Management
The Management directory features an array of options designed to help you get the most out of your Router.

Settings
To access the Settings - Backup window, click the Settings > Backup link in the Management directory.

This window allows you to backup your DSL Router configurations.

Click the Backup Settings button to save your Router configurations to

a file on your computer.

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To access the Settings - Update window, click the Settings > Update
link in the Management directory.

This window can be used to restore or update the Router using a

previously created configuration file.

Click the Browse… button to locate the file you want to use for the
restoration/update.

When you have located the file, click the Update Settings button to start
the restoration/update.

To access the Settings – Restore Default window, click the Settings >
Restore Default link in the Management directory.

This window allows you to restore the Router back to Factory Default
settings.

Click the Restore Default Settings button to restore the Router to

Factory Default Settings.

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System Log
These windows allow you to view the System Log and configure the System Log options. To access the System Log window, click the System Log
link in the Management directory.

Click the View System Log button to view the System Log.

Click the Configure System Log button to configure the System Log
options.

System Log – View

In the View window, click on the Refresh button to refresh the system log.

Click the Close button to close the View window.

System Log – Configuration

The System Log displays chronological event log data. The event log can
be read from local host or sent to a System Log server. The available
event severity levels are: Emergency, Alert, Critical, Error, Warning,
Notice, Informational, and Debugging.

This window allows you to log selected events. When you are finished,
click the Save/Apply button.

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SNMP Agent
To access the SNMP – Configuration window, click the SNMP Agent link in the Management directory.

Simple Network Management Protocol allows a management application

to retrieve statistics and status from the SNMP Agent in the Router.

When you have finished configuring the SNMP parameters, click the
Save/Apply button.

Internet Time
To access the Time settings window, click the Internet Time link in the Management directory.

Network Time Protocol (NTP) is used to set the time on the Router.

Click the checkbox to configure NTP settings on the Router.

Use the NTP drop-down menus to select the NTP time servers you want
to use.

Use the Time zone offset drop-down menu to select the time zone you
are in.

When you have finished configuring the Internet Time settings, click the
Save/Apply button.
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Access Control
To access the Access Control windows, click the Access Control link in the Management directory.

Access Control – Services

Enable or disable the desired LAN services. When you are finished, click
the Save/Apply button.

Access Control – IP Address

This window allows you to enable or disable Access Control Mode. To

add an IP address management station, click the Add button.

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Enter the IP address of the management station permitted to access the

local management services. When you are finished, click the Save/Apply
button.

Access Control – Passwords

This window allows you to change the password for a user who has been
setup on the Router.

Use the drop-down menu to select the user whose password you want to
change.

When you are finished, click the Save/Apply button.

Update Software
To access the Tools - Update Software window, click the Update Software link in the Management directory.

This window allows you to update the Router’s software.

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Save/Reboot
To access this window, click the Save/Reboot link in the Management directory.

To save your settings and reboot the system, click the Save/Reboot
button.

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 Troubleshooting
This chapter provides solutions to problems that might occur during the installation and operation of the DSL-2500U. Read the following
descriptions if you are having problems. (The examples below are illustrated in Windows® XP. If you have a different operating system, the
screenshots on your computer will look similar to the following examples.)

1. How do I configure my DSL-2500U Router without the CD-ROM?

• Connect your PC to the Router using an Ethernet cable.

• Open a web browser and enter the address [Link]
• The default username is ‘admin’ and the default password is ‘admin’.
• If you have changed the password and cannot remember it, you will need to reset the Router to the factory default setting (see question 2),
which will set the password back to ‘admin’.

Note: Please refer to next section Network Basics to check your PC’s IP configuration if you can’t see the login window.

2. How do I reset my Router to the factory default settings?

• Ensure the Router is powered on.

• Press and hold the reset button on the back of the device for approximately 5 to 8 seconds.
• This process would take about 1~2 minutes to complete.

Note: Resetting the Router to the factory default settings will erase the current configuration settings. To reconfigure your settings, log into the Router as
outlined in question 1, then run the Quick Setup wizard.
3. What can I do if my Router is not working correctly?

There are a few quick steps you can take to try and resolve any issues:
• Follow the directions in question 2 to reset the Router.
• Check that all the cables are firmly connected at both ends.
• Check the LEDs on the front of the Router. The Power indicator should be on, the Status indicator should flash, and the DSL and LAN
indicators should be on as well.
• Please ensure that the settings in the Web-based configuration manager, e.g. ISP username and password etc., are the same as the settings
provided by your ISP.

4. Why can’t I get an Internet connection?

For ADSL subscribers, please contact your ISP to make sure the ADSL service has been enabled, and your ISP username and password are
correct.
5. What can I do if my router can’t be detected by running installation CD?

• Ensure the Router is powered on.

• Check that all the cables are firmly connected at both ends and all LEDs work correctly.
• Ensure only one network interface card on your PC is activated.
• Disable Windows Firewall
In Windows XP, click Start > Control Panel and then double-click Security Center. Disable the Windows Firewall setting and click OK.

Deselect the Firewall

Go to Control by clicking the Off
Panel and (not recommended)
double-click radio button. Click
Security OK when you are
Center. finished.

Note: There might be a potential security issue if you disable the Firewall setting on your PC. Please remember to turn it back on once you have
finished the installation procedure and successfully installed your router.
 In Windows Vista, click Start > Control Panel and then double-click Windows Firewall. Next, click Turn Windows Firewall on or off.
Choose Off(not recommended). Finally, click Apply and then click “OK” to complete disabling the Windows Firewall.

Click Turn
Go to Windows Deselect the Firewall
Control Firewall by clicking the Off
Panel and on or off. (not recommended)
double-click
radio button. Click OK
Windows
when you are
Firewall.
finished.

Note: There might be a potential security issue if you disable the Firewall setting on your PC. Please remember to turn it back on once you have
finished the installation procedure and successfully installed your router.
 Networking Basics
Check Your IP Address
After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server automatically.
To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.

Click Start > Run. In the run box type “cmd” and click OK.

At the prompt, type “ipconfig” and press Enter.

This will display the IP address, subnet mask, and the default
gateway of your adapter.

If the address is [Link], check your adapter installation, security

settings, and the settings on your router. Some firewall software
programs may block a DHCP request on newly installed adapters.
Statically Assign An IP Address
If you are not using a DHCP capable gateway/router, or you need to assign a static IP address, please follow the steps below:

Step 1
Windows® XP - Click Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.
Windows® 2000 - From the desktop, right-click My Network Places > Properties.

Step 2
Right-click the Local Area Connection that represents your D-Link network adapter and select Properties.

Step 3
Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.

Step 4
Click on the Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is on the same subnet as
your network or the LAN IP address on your router.
Example: If the router’s LAN IP address is [Link], make your IP address 192.168.1.X where X
is a number between 2 and 254. Make sure that the number you choose is not in use on the network.
Set Default Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router ([Link]).

Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router ([Link]). The Secondary DNS
is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP.

Step 5
Click on the OK twice to save your settings.
 Technical Specifications
ADSL Standards
• ANSI T1.413 Issue 2
• ITU G.992.1 ([Link]) AnnexA Data Transfer Rate
• ITU G.992.2 ([Link]) Annex A • [Link] full rate downstream: up to 8 Mbps / upstream: up to 1
• ITU G.994.1 ([Link]) Mbps
• ITU G.992.5 Annex A • [Link]: ADSL downstream up to 1.5 Mbps / upstream up to 512
Kbps
ADSL2 Standards • [Link] full rate downstream: up to 1 Mbps / upstream: up to
• ITU G.992.3 ([Link]) Annex A 12 Mbps
• ITU G.992.4 ([Link]) Annex A • ADSL2+ full rate downstream: up to 24 Mbps / upstream: up to
1 Mbps
ADSL2+ Standards
• ITU G.992.5 Annex A/M Media Interface
Protocols • ADSL interface: RJ-11 connector for connection to 24/26 AWG
• IEEE 802.1d Spanning • RFC1483/2684 twisted pair telephone line
Tree Multiprotocol • LAN interface: RJ-45 port for 10/100BASE-T Ethernet
• TCP/UDP Encapsulation over ATM connection
• ARP Adaptation Layer 5 (AAL5)
• RARP • RFC1661 Point to Point
• ICMP Protocol
• RFC1058 RIP v1 • RFC1994 CHAP
• RFC1213 SNMP v1 & v2c • RFC2131 DHCP Client /
• RFC1334 PAP DHCP Server
• RFC1389 RIP v2 • RFC2364 PPP over ATM
• RFC1577 Classical IP over • RFC2516 PPP over
ATM Ethernet