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Chapter 2
Installation
This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Dual-Band Wireless-N
VPN Router.
Requirements
• Network cables. Use standard 10/100/1000BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 con-
nectors.
• TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.
• For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and a DSL connection.
• To use the Wireless Access Point, all Wireless devices must be compliant with the IEEE
802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b or IEEE 802.11n Draft specifications.
Procedure
1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the Dual-Band Wireless-N VPN Router.
Make sure that the Router is powered off.
For best Wireless reception and performance, the Dual-Band
Wireless-N VPN Router should be positioned in a central
location with minimum obstructions between the Dual-Band
Wireless-N VPN Router and the PCs.
2. Connect LAN Cables
Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the ports on the Dual-Band Wireless-N VPN
Router. 10BaseT, 100BaseT and 1000BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.
3. Connect ADSL Cable
Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the INTERNET port on the Dual-Band Wireless-N
VPN Router. Use the cable supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. If no cable was sup-
plied, use a standard cable.
4. Power Up
Connect the supplied power adapter to the Dual-Band Wireless-N VPN Router. Use only
the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware damage.
5. Check the LEDs
• The Power LED should be ON.
• The LAN LED should be ON (provided the PC is also ON.)
• The WIRELESS LED should be ON if Wireless PC is connected.
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