Linksys ADSL2MUE User manual
A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
®
Model No.
WIRED with USB and Ethernet
ADSL2 Modem
ADSL2MUE (EU/UK/LA)
User Guide
ADSL2 Modem with USB and Ethernet
Copyright and Trademarks
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco
Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All
rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.
How to Use this Guide
Your guide to the ADSL2 Modem has been designed to make understanding networking with the ADSL2 Modem
easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide:
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this Guide? 1
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL2 Modem 3
The Back Panel 3
The Front Panel 4
Chapter 3: Connecting the ADSL2 Modem 5
Overview 5
Connecting the Modem using an Ethernet Connection 5
Connecting the Modem using a USB Connection 6
Chapter 4: Installing the USB Driver 7
Overview 7
Installing the USB Driver 7
Chapter 5: Configuring the ADSL2 Modem 13
Overview 13
Setup Tab 13
Basic Setup 13
Administration Tab 17
Security 17
System Log 17
Diagnostics 18
Factory Default 18
Status Tab 19
Firmware Upgrade 19
Status Tab 19
Modem 19
Status Tab 20
Local Network 20
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 21
Common Problems and Solutions 21
Frequently Asked Questions 24
Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware 27
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Appendix C: Glossary 28
Appendix D: Specifications 35
Appendix E: Warranty Information 36
Appendix F: Regulatory Information 37
Appendix G: Contact Information 39
ADSL2MUE Modem with USB and Ethernet
List of Figures
Figure 2-1: Back Panel 3
Figure 2-2: Front Panel 4
Figure 3-1: Modem 5
Figure 3-2: ADSL Connection 5
Figure 3-3: Ethernet Connection 5
Figure 3-4: Power Connection 5
Figure 3-5: USB Connection 6
Figure 4-1: XP Welcome 7
Figure 4-2: XP Complete 7
Figure 4-3: 2000 Welcome 8
Figure 4-4: 2000 Search 8
Figure 4-5: 2000 CD-ROM Drive 8
Figure 4-6: 2000 Search Results 9
Figure 4-7: 2000 Complete 9
Figure 4-8: Me Locating Software 10
Figure 4-9: Me Search 10
Figure 4-10: Me Installing Software 10
Figure 4-11: Me Complete 10
Figure 4-12: 98 Search 11
Figure 4-13: Search for Best Driver 11
Figure 4-14: 98 CD-ROM Drive 11
Figure 4-15: 98 Updated Driver 12
Figure 4-16: 98 Install Best Driver 12
Figure 4-17: 98 Complete 12
Figure 5-1: Login Screen 13
Figure 5-2: Dynamic (DHCP) IP 14
Figure 5-3: Static IP 14
Figure 5-4: PPPoE 15
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Figure 5-5: PPPoA 15
Figure 5-6: Bridged Mode Only 16
Figure 5-7: Network Setup 16
Figure 5-8: Modem Password 17
Figure 5-9: System Log 17
Figure 5-10: Ping Test 18
Figure 5-11: Restore Factory Default 18
Figure 5-12: Firmware Upgrade 19
Figure 5-13: Modem Information 19
Figure 5-14: Local Network 20
Figure 5-15: DHCP Table 20
Figure B-1: Upgrade Firmware 27
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the ADSL2 Modem. The Linksys ADSL2 Modem gives you an instant, high-speed
connection to the Internet. ADSL technology lets you access the Internet using your existing phone lines, without
interfering with your voice phone service. You can talk on the phone and surf the net at the same time. Web
surfing and your e-mail are instantly available, anytime.
TheADSL2ModemiscompatiblewiththelatestADSLstandards,includingADSL2andisupgradeabletoADSL2+.
With incoming data speeds up to 12 Mbps (depending on your service level), ADSL broadband service means that
downloads and graphic-intensive web pages will load in seconds.
Installation is quick and simple. Connect it directly to any PC with an available USB or Ethernet port, and you’re
ready to surf the Internet. Or connect it to a Linksys router and share that high-speed Internet access with
everyone on your home network.
Use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the ADSL2 Modem and configure it to access the Internet.
These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the ADSL2 Modem.
What’s in this Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the ADSL2 Modem.
• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the ADSL2 Modem’s applications and this User Guide.
• Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL2 Modem
This chapter describes the physical features of the Modem.
• Chapter 3: Connecting the ADSL2 Modem
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Modem to your PC and the Internet.
• Chapter 4: Installing the USB Driver
This chapter shows you how to install the necessary Windows driver if you are using a USB connection to
connect the ADSL2 Modem.
• Chapter 5: Configuring the ADSL2 Modem
This chapter show you how to configure settings for the ADSL2 Modem.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this Guide?
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• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some potential problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions,
regarding installation and use of the Modem.
• Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix explains how to upgrade firmware if it is necessary to do so.
• Appendix C: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.
• Appendix D: Specifications
This appendix provides the Modem’s technical specifications.
• Appendix E: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the Modem’s warranty information.
• Appendix F: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the Modem’s regulatory information.
• Appendix G: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL2 Modem
The Back Panel
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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL2 Modem
The Back Panel
The Modem's ports, where a network cable is connected, are located on the back panel.
ADSL This ADSL port is where you connect your ADSL service.
USB The USB port is where you connect the USB cable from your PC.
Ethernet The Ethernet port is where you connect the Ethernet Network cable from your PC.
Reset Button This is where you can reset the Modem to its factory default settings. To do so, use an object
like a ball-point pen to press in the Reset Button for approximately ten seconds.
Power Switch The Power Switch is where you turn the ADSL2 Modem on and off.
Power The Power port is where you connect the power adapter.
With these, and many other Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at
www.linksys.com/international for more information about products that work with the Modem.
Figure 2-1: Back Panel
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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the ADSL2 Modem
The Front Panel
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The Front Panel
The Modem's LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on the front panel.
Power Green. The Power LED lights up when the Modem is powered on.
Ethernet Green.The Ethernet LED lights upwhen the Modem isconnected to yourcomputeror network
through the Ethernet port. It flashes when there is activity on the Ethernet port.
USB Green. The USB LED lights up when the Modem is connected to your computer or network
through the USB port. It flashes when there is activity on the USB port.
DSL Green. The DSL LED flashes when the Modem is establishing a connection to your DSL ISP. It is
solidly lit when the Modem is synchronized with your ISP.
Internet Green. The Internet LED lights up and flashes when the Modem is sending or receiving data transmissions.
Red. The LED lights up red when there are communation problems (e.g. wrong password, PPPoE server not responding, etc.)
Figure 2-2: Front Panel
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