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Chapter 2
Connect the Hardware
2. 1. Position Your Modem Router
With the modem router, you can access your network from anywhere within the wireless
network coverage. However, the wireless signal strength and coverage vary depending
on the environment your modem router is in. Obstacles may limit the range of the
wireless signal, for example, concrete structures, thick walls.
For best Wi-Fi performance, and to keep your network secure:
• Do not locate the modem router in a place where it will be exposed to moisture or
excessive heat.
• Keep the product away from strong electromagnetic radiation and devices that emit
electromagnetic waves.
• Place the modem router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices
as well as to a power source.
• Make sure the cables and power cord are safely placed out of the way so they do not
create a tripping hazard.
Tips: The modem router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.
2. 2. Connect Your Modem Router
Follow the steps below to connect your modem router.
1. Connect the DSL line and power adapter. The electrical outlet shall be installed
near the device and shall be easily accessible.
Phone Cable
Phone Jack
Phone Cable
DSL Splitter
1
If you don’t need the phone service, just directly connect the modem
router to the phone jack with the provided phone cable, then follow steps
3 and 4 to complete the hardware connection.
Wait about 1 to 2 minutes, then
verity that the LED is slowly
ashing red before continuing.
4
PHONE
LINE
MODEM
Modem Router
2
Push in to turn on the
modem router.
3
POWER ON/OFF
WPS
RESET
LAN1 LAN4/WANLAN2 LAN3 DSL
Power Adapter
POWER ON/OFF
WPS
RESET
LAN1 LAN4LAN2 LAN3 ADSL
2. Connect your computer to the modem router.
Method 1: Wired
Connect your computer’s Ethernet port to the LAN port on the modem router via the
Ethernet cable.
Method 2: Wirelessly
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