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    Model No . WIRED ADSL Modem AM200 (EU/LA) User Guide[...]

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    ADSL Modem Copyright and T rademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice . L inksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc . and/or its affiliates in the U.S . and certain other countries. Copyright © 2006 Cisco Systems, Inc . All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are tradem arks or registered tr[...]

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    ADSL Modem Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What’s in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL Modem 3 The Back Panel 3 The Front Panel 4 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Connecting the ADSL Modem 5 Overview 5 Wall-Mount Option 5 Connecting the Modem 5 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem 7 Overview 7 How to Access the Web[...]

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    ADSL Modem List of Figures Figure 2-1: Back Panel 3 Figure 2-2: Front Panel 4 Figure 3-1: Wall-Mount Option 5 Figure 3-2: DSL Connection 5 Figure 3-3: Ethernet Connection 6 Figure 3-4: Power Connection 6 Figure 4-1: Password Screen 9 Figure 4-2: Basic Setup Tab 9 Figure 4-3: Dynamic IP 10 Figure 4-4: Static IP 10 Figure 4-5: RFC Routed 10 Figure 4-[...]

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    ADSL Modem Figure 4-23: NAT Mapping Table 19 Figure 4-24: DMZ 19 Figure 4-25: Management 20 Figure 4-26: SNMP 20 Figure 4-27: Log 21 Figure 4-28: Incoming Log 21 Figure 4-29: Outgoing Log 21 Figure 4-30: Diagnostic Tests 22 Figure 4-31: Ping Test 22 Figure 4-32: Traceroute Test 22 Figure 4-33: Firmware Upgrade 23 Figure 4-34: Factory Defaults 23 Fi[...]

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    1 Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome ADSL Modem Chapter 1: Introduction We lc o m e Thank you for choosing the ADSL Modem. The Linksys ADSL Modem gives you an instant, high-sp eed connection to the Internet. ADSL technology lets you access the Int ernet using your existing phone lines, with out interfering with your voice phone service. Y ou can talk [...]

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    2 Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in this Guide? ADSL Modem What’ s in this Gu ide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the ADSL Modem. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the ADSL Modem applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL Modem This chapter describes the physical feature[...]

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    3 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL Modem The Back Panel ADSL Modem Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL Modem The Back P anel The Modem’ s po rts, where cables are connected, are located on the back panel. The Modem’ s reset button is also located on the back panel. DSL The DSL port connects to the DSL line . Ethernet The Ethernet port connec[...]

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    4 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL Modem The Front Panel ADSL Modem The Front P anel The Modem's LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on the fron t panel. Po w e r Green. The Power LED lights up when the Modem is powered on. Ethernet Green. The Etherne t LED serves two purposes. If the LED is continuously[...]

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    5 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Connecting the ADSL Modem Overview ADSL Modem 101.6 mm (4 inches) Chapter 3: Setting Up and Connecting the ADSL Modem Overview In thi s chapter , you will connect the Modem to your DSL line and to a computer in your home or bu s ine ss . It i s not nece ss ary to mount your Modem, but may be u s eful to con s er ve s pac[...]

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    6 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Connecting the ADSL Modem Connecting the Modem ADSL Modem 2. Connect one end of the provided Ethernet cable to your PC’ s Ether net port. Connect the other end of the cable to the Ethern et port on the back of your Modem. 3. Connect the power adapter to your Modem and to the electrical outlet. 4. T urn o n your PC. The[...]

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    7 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem Overview ADSL Modem Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem Overview Follow the steps in this chapter and use the Modem’ s web- based utility to co nfigure the Modem. This chapter will describe each web page in the Utility and each page’ s key functions. The utility can be accessed via your web browser thro[...]

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    8 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem Overview ADSL Modem • Port T riggering. T o set up triggered ranges and forwarded ranges for Internet applications, click this tab . • NA T Mapping T able. This table displays the current NAPT address mappings. • DMZ. T o allow one local user to be exposed to the Int er net for use of special-purpose se[...]

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    9 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem How to Access the Web-based Utility ADSL Modem How to Access the W e b-based Utility T o access the web-based utility , launch Int er net Explorer or Netscape Navigator , and enter th e Modem’ s default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Then press Enter . A Log In screen appears. Enter admin (t[...]

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    10 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Setup Tab ADSL Modem RFC 1483 Bridged Dynamic IP IP Settings. Select Ob tain an IP Address Automatica lly if your ISP says you are connecting through a dynamic IP address. Static IP If you are required to use a permanent (static) IP address to connect to the Internet, then select Use the following IP Add[...]

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    11 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Setup Tab ADSL Modem RFC 2516 PPP oE Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ether net) to establish Interne t connections. If you are connected to the Inter net through a DSL line, c heck wi th your ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If th ey do, you will have to enable PPPoE. • User Na[...]

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    12 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Setup Tab ADSL Modem Bridged Mode Only If you are using your Modem as a bridge , wh ich makes the Modem act like a stand-alone modem, select Bridged Mode On ly . All NA T and routing settings are disabled in this mode. Optional Settings (requir ed by some ISPs) • Host Name and Domain Name. These fields[...]

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    13 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Setup Tab ADSL Modem Ti me S e tu p • Set Time Zone . Select the approp riate time zone for the Modem’s location. If appropriate, check the Automatically adjust clock fo r daylight saving changes checkbox. • Configure Time Server (NTP). When the Auto matic Time Server Maintena nce checkbox is selec[...]

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    14 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Setup Tab ADSL Modem When finished making your changes on this tab , click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. Advanced Routing The Advanced Routing screen allows you to configure t he d ynamic routing and static routing settings. • O[...]

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    15 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Security Tab ADSL Modem The Security T ab Firewall When you click the Security tab , you will see the Firewall scr ee n. Y ou can add Firewall Protection and Filter Multicast. • Firewall Protection. T o add Firewall Protection, click Enabled. If you do not want Firew all P rotection, click Disabled. If[...]

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    16 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Security Tab ADSL Modem Schedule Rule T o set time perio ds for filtering or access, click Add Schedule Rul e . The Schedule Rule T able displays these scheduling rules. • Name/Comment. Choose a name for the rule (exa mple: NoSurfingAfter10PM) and enter it in the Name fie ld. Enter a definition or comm[...]

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    17 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Security Tab ADSL Modem URL Blocking This screen allows the user to bloc k access to certain web sites from a particular PC by entering either a full URL address or just a ke yword of the web site . If you want to remove all the URLs and Keywords from the list, click the Clear All button. When finished m[...]

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    18 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Applications and Gaming Tab ADSL Modem • IPSec Passthrough. Intern et Protocol Security (IPSec) is a suite of protocols used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer . T o allow IPSec Passthrough, click the Enabled option. T o disable IPSec Passthrough, click the Disabled option. • L2T[...]

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    19 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Applications and Gaming Tab ADSL Modem When finished making your changes on this tab , click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. Port T riggering Port T riggering is used for special applications that can request a port to be opened on [...]

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    20 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Administration Tab ADSL Modem When finished making your changes on this tab , click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. The Administration T ab Management This section of the Administration tab allows the network’ s administrator to m[...]

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    21 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Administration Tab ADSL Modem • Access. Select the type of access allowed to the M odem ’ s SNMP infor mation by the selected community: read or writ e. • Valid. T o enable the community’s access, clic k the Valid c heckbox. SNMP T rap T rap to. Enter the IP address of the remote host computer th[...]

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    22 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Administration Tab ADSL Modem Diagnostics The diagnostic tests (Ping and T raceroute) allow you to check the connections of your network components. Ping T est . The Ping test will check the st atus of a connection. Click the Ping button to open the Ping T est screen. Enter the address of the PC whose co[...]

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    23 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Administration Tab ADSL Modem Firmware Upgrade Firmware can be upgraded by clicking the Upgrade button after browsing for the firmware , which you can download from the Linksys website. Do not upgrade your firmware unless you are experiencing problems with the Modem. For more information about upgrading [...]

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    24 Chapter 4: Configuring the ADSL Modem The Status Tab ADSL Modem The Status T ab Modem This screen displays information about your Mod em and its Internet connection. Modem Information Modem Information displa ys the Software V ersion, ADSL Version, Boot Code Version, and MAC Address. DSL Status The DSL Status will be displayed after connecting t[...]

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    25 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions ADSL Modem Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “F requently Asked Questions. ” Provided are possible solutions to problems that may o ccur during the installation and operation of the Modem. Read the descriptions bel[...]

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    26 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions ADSL Modem 7. T oward the bottom of the window , select Use the following DNS server addresses, and enter the Preferred DNS server and Alternative DNS ser ver (pro vided by your ISP). Contact your ISP or go on its website to find the information. 8. Click the OK button in the Internet Pro[...]

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    27 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions ADSL Modem 3. I forgot my pa ssword, or the password prompt always appears when I am saving settings to the Modem. • Reset the Modem to factor y default by pressing the Reset button for 10 seconds and then releasing it. If you are still getting prompted for a password w hen saving setti[...]

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    28 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions ADSL Modem 7. The Pow e r LED flashes con tinuously . The Power LED lights up when the device is first powered up. In the meantime , the system will boot u p itself and check for proper operation. After finishing the checking procedure , the LED remains steady to show that the system is work[...]

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    29 Appendix A: Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions ADSL Modem Does the Modem support any operating system ot her than Windows 98SE, Wi ndows Millenniu m, Windows 2000, or W indows XP? Y es, but Linksys does not, at this time, pro vide technical suppo rt for setup, configur ation or troubleshooting of any non-Windows operating systems. The we[...]

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    30 Appendix B: Upgradin g Firmware ADSL Modem Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware The ADSL Modem allows you to upgrade firmware for the Modem through the Web-Utility's Firmware Upgrade tab from the Administration tab . Follow these instructions:. Firmware Upgrade 1. Click the Browse button to find the firmware upgrade file t hat you downloaded from[...]

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    31 Appendix C: Glossary ADSL Modem Appendix C: Glossar y This glossary contains som e basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. Fo r more advanced terms, see the complete Linksys glossary at http://www .linksys.com/glossar y . Access P oint - A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate[...]

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    32 Appendix C: Glossary ADSL Modem DMZ ( D e m ilitarized Z one) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be “seen” from the Internet. DNS ( D omain N ame S erver) - The IP address of your ISP's server , which translates the names of websites into IP addresses. Domain - A specific name for a n etwork of c[...]

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    33 Appendix C: Glossary ADSL Modem IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network. IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device. IPSec ( I nter net P rotocol Sec urity) - A VPN protocol used to imp lement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer . ISP ( I nte[...]

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    34 Appendix C: Glossary ADSL Modem RJ-45 ( R egistered J ack -45 ) - An Ethernet connecto r that holds up to eight wires. Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection. Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together . Server - Any computer whose fun[...]

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    35 Appendix C: Glossary ADSL Modem TKIP ( T emporal K ey I ntegrity P rotocol) - a wireless encr yption protocol that provides dynamic encryption keys for each packet transmitted. T opology - The physical layout of a network. TX Rate - T ransmission Rate. Upgrade - T o replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload - T o transmi[...]

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    36 Appendix D: Specifications ADSL Modem Appendix D: Specifications Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, G.992.1 (G .dmt), G.992.2 (G .lite), G.922.3, G.992.5, T1.413i2 Ports Power , DSL, Ethernet Buttons Reset Cabling T ype UTP CA T 5 or better , Phone Cable (RJ-11) LEDs Power , Ethernet, DSL, Internet Dimensions 110 mm x 110 mm x 32 mm Unit Weight [...]

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    37 Appendix E: Warranty Information ADSL Modem Appendix E: Warrant y Information Linksys w arrants to Y ou that, for a period of two ye ars (the “Warr anty Period”), y our Linksys Pr oduct will be substantia lly fre e of defects in materials and workmanship un der nor mal use . Y our excl usive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under th[...]

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    38 Appendix F: Regulatory Info rmation ADSL Modem Appendix F: Regulator y Information FCC Statement This product has been tested and complies with the specification s for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pr ovide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installat[...]

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    39 Appendix F: Regulatory Info rmation ADSL Modem User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on W a ste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users wi th regards to th e proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products. Consumers are required to comply with this not[...]

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    40 Appendix F: Regulatory Info rmation ADSL Modem[...]

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    41 Appendix F: Regulatory Info rmation ADSL Modem[...]

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    42 Appendix F: Regulatory Info rmation ADSL Modem[...]

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    43 Appendix F: Regulatory Info rmation ADSL Modem For more information, visit www .linksys.com.[...]

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    44 ADSL Modem Appendix G: Contact Information Appendix G: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys ? Visit us online for information on the latest products and update s to your existing products at: http://www .linksys.com/inter national If you experience problems with any Linksys product, you can e-mail us at: In Europe E-mail Address Austria s[...]

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    45 ADSL Modem Appendix G: Contact Information Note: For some countries, support may be available only in English. Switzerlan d support.ch@links ys.com United Kingdom support.uk@linksys.com Outside of Europe E-mail Address Asia Pacific asiasupport@li nksys.com (English on ly) Latin America support.portuguese@linksy s.com or support.s panish@linksys.[...]