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DSL-200 ADSL USB Modem User’s Guide

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This section discusses all the requirements for successful installation and operation of

the Modem. In order to avoid problems please read this section and make sure you

understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Modem.

Operating Systems

The D-Link DSL-200 can be used with PCs running Microsoft® Windows 98,

Windows 98 Second Edition or Windows 2000.

USB Port

In addition to the Windows OS, you will need a USB (Universal Serial Bus) port on your computer.

These are commonly installed on newer computers, however older PCs may require an additional

installation.

ADSL Service

In order to use the Modem you must first have ADSL service established with your local

telephone company or Internet Service Provider (ISP). Contact your local telephone

company for information on ADSL in your area.

There are three standards used for ADSL connections known as G.Lite, G.dmt and

G.hs. The two primary standards used, G.dmt and G.lite, differ somewhat as to data

transfer speed or bit rate. For user convenience, the Modem supports the G.hs

Auto-handshake ADSL standard. This allows the Modem to operate with either the

G.Lite or G.dmt type of connection.

Use standard 26 AWG twisted-pair telephone cable equipped with RJ-11 connectors at

each end to connect the ADSL line.

ADSL Protocol

The protocol used for your ADSL service will determine the particular software that is

installed to operate the Modem. You will need to select one driver to operate the

Modem. Ask your telephone company or ISP to assist you in selecting either the LAN

(Local Area Network) or WAN (Wide Area Network) driver to operate the Modem.

Specifically, if your ADSL service uses the protocol defined by RFC 2364,  PPP over

ATM Adaptation Layer 5, then you will need to install the WAN driver. If the protocol

used for your ADSL service is defined by RFC 1483, Muliprotocol Encapsulation over

ATM Adaptation Layer 5 (Bridged Ethernet), then you will need to install the LAN

driver.