D-Link DSL-500T User Manual - Hardware Installation

DSL-500T ADSL Router User’s Guide 

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Hardware Installation 

Place the Router in a location where it can be easily connected to the various devices as well as to a power 

source. The Router should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat. Make sure the 

cables and power cord are placed safely out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard. As with any 

electrical appliance, observe common sense safety procedures. 

The Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop, ideally you should be able to see the LED indicators on the front 

if you need to view them for troubleshooting. 

Power on Router 

CAUTION: The Router must be used with the power adapter included with the device. 

To power on the Router: 

1.  Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the Router and plug 

the adapter into a suitable nearby power source. 

2.  You should see the Power LED indicator light up and remain lit. The Status LED should light solid green 

and begin to blink after a few seconds. 

3.  If the Ethernet port is connected to a working device, check the Ethernet Link/Act LED indicators to make 

sure the connection is valid. The Router will attempt to establish the ADSL connection, if the ADSL line is 

connected and the Router is properly configured this should light up after several seconds. If this is the first 

time installing the device, some settings may need to be changed before the Router can establish a 

connection.   

Factory Reset Button 

The Router may be reset to the original factory default settings by depressing the reset button for a few seconds 

while the device is powered on. Use a ballpoint or paperclip to gently push down the reset button. Remember 

that this will wipe out any settings stored in flash memory including user account information and LAN IP 

settings. The factory default IP address of the Router is 192.168.1.1 and the subnet mask is 255.255.255.0, the 

default management Username is admin and the default Password is admin.