SMC Networks Router SMCWBR14T User Manual

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CHAPTER 2
INSTALLATION
Before installing the Barricade, verify that you have all the items listed 
under “Package Contents.” If any of the items are missing or damaged, 
contact your local distributor. Also be sure that you have all the necessary 
cabling before installing the Barricade. After installing the Barricade, refer 
to “Configuring the Barricade” on page 4-1.
Package Contents
After unpacking the Barricade, check the contents of the box to be sure 
you have received the following...

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System Requirements
You must meet the following minimum requirements:
• An ADSL line installed by your ISP
• An ADSL splitter (at least one)
• A computer with a CD-ROM drive
• Windows (98 or later), MacOS (9.x)
• An up to date web browser:
• Internet Explorer 5.5 or later
• Mozilla 1.7/Firefox 1.0 or later
Hardware Description 
The Barricade connects to the Internet or to a remote site using its ADSL 
RJ-45 port. It can be connected directly to your PC or to a local area 
network using...

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The Barricade includes an LED display on the front panel for system 
power and port indications that simplifies installation and network 
troubleshooting.
Figure 2-1.  Front LED indicators
The power and port LED indicators on the front panel are illustrated by 
the following table. 
LED Status Description
LAN 1~4 On Ethernet link.
Flashing The LAN port is sending or receiving data.
Off No Ethernet link.
WLAN On WLAN link.
Flashing 
The Barricade
 is sending or receiving data via...

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The following figure and table shows the rear panel of the Barricade.
Note:Antenna not shown.
 
Figure 2-2.  Rear Panel
Item Description
Power Inlet Connect the included power adapter to this inlet.
Warning: Using the wrong type of power adapter may cause 
damage.
WAN Port WAN port (RJ-45). Connect your WAN line to this port.
LAN Ports Fast Ethernet ports (RJ-45). Connect devices on your local 
area network to these ports (i.e., a PC, hub, switch or IP set 
top box).
Reset Button Use...

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ISP Settings
Please collect the following information from your ISP before setting up 
the Barricade:
• ISP account user name and password
• Protocol, encapsulation and VPI/VCI circuit numbers
• DNS server address
• IP address, subnet mask and default gateway (for fixed IP users only)
Connect the System
The Barricade can be positioned at any convenient location in your office 
or home. No special wiring or cooling requirements are needed. You 
should, however, comply with the following...

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Phone Line Configuration
Installing a Full-Rate Connection
If you are using a full-rate (G.dmt) connection, your service provider will 
attach the outside ADSL line to a data/voice splitter. Use a straight 
through CAT-5 Ethernet cable (RJ-45) to connect the Barricade to the 
cable/DSL modem.
Figure 2-3.  Installing with a Splitter
Voice
Data
Residential
Connection
Point (NID)
Plain Old
Telephone
System (POTS)
or
Ethernet
hub or switch
Barricade
Splitter
Modem 

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Installing a Splitterless Connection 
If you are using a splitterless (G.lite) connection, then your service 
provider will attach the outside ADSL line directly to your phone system. 
Use a straight through CAT-5 Ethernet cable (RJ-45) to connect the 
Barricade to the cable/DSL modem. You will have to add low-pass filters 
to your phones as shown below:
Figure 2-4.  Installing without a Splitter
Plain Old
Telephone
System (POTS)
Filter
or
Ethernet
hub or switch
Voice
& Data
Voice...

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Connecting the Barricade to your LAN
The four LAN ports on the Barricade auto-negotiate the connection speed 
to 10 Mbps Ethernet or 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet, as well as the 
transmission mode to half duplex or full duplex.
Use RJ-45 cables to connect any of the four LAN ports on the Barricade 
to an Ethernet adapter on your PC. Otherwise, cascade any of the LAN 
ports on the Barricade to an Ethernet hub or switch, and then connect 
your PC or other network equipment to the hub or switch....

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Connect the Power Adapter
Plug the power adapter into the power socket on the side panel of the 
Barricade, and the other end into a power outlet.
Check the power indicator on the front panel is lit. If the power i
ndicator is 
not lit, refer to 
“Troubleshooting” on page A-1.
In case of a power input failure, the Barricade will automatically restart and 
begin to operate once the input power is restored.
If the Barricade is properly configured, it will take about 30 seconds to...

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