D-Link DSL-502T User Manual - About This User’S Guide

DSL-502T DSL Router User’s Guide 

About This User’s Guide 

This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DSL-502T ADSL Router and use it to connect a 

computer or Ethernet LAN to the Internet.  

If you are using a computer with a functioning Ethernet port or an available USB port, the quickest and easiest 

way to set up the DSL-502T is to insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and follow 

the instructions provided in the Quick Installation Guide. Alternatively, you can click the “Install DSL-502T” 

link on the initial pop-up menu that appears shortly after inserting the CD and follow the instructions as they are 

presented. If the menu fails to appear, explore the CD, find the file “dsl502t.exe” and double-click it to launch 

the installation software.    

Before You Start 

Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Router. Have 

all the necessary information and equipment on hand before beginning the installation. 

Installation Overview 

The procedure to install the Router can be described in general terms in the following steps: 

1.  Gather information and equipment needed to install the device. Before you begin the actual installation 

make sure you have all the necessary information and equipment. 

2.  Install the hardware, that is, connect the cables (Ethernet and telephone) to the device and connect the 

power adapter. 

3.  Check the IP settings on your computer and change them if necessary so the computer can access the 

web-based software built into the Router.   

4.  Use the web-based management software to configure the device to suit the requirements of your ADSL 

account. 

Installation Requirements 

In order to establish a connection to the Internet it will be necessary to provide information to the Router that 

will be stored in its memory. For some users, only their account information (Username and Password) is 

required. For others, various parameters that control and define the Internet connection will be required. You can 

print out the two pages below and use the tables to list this information. This way you have a hard copy of all the 

information needed to setup the Router. If it is necessary to reconfigure the device, all the necessary information 

can be easily accessed. Be sure to keep this information safe and private.  

Low Pass Filters 

Since ADSL and telephone services share the same copper wiring to carry their respective signals, a filtering 

mechanism may be necessary to avoid mutual interference. A low pass filter device can be installed for each 

telephone that shares the line with the ADSL line. These filters are easy to install passive devices that connect to 

the ADSL device and/or telephone using standard telephone cable. Ask your service provider for more 

information about the use of low pass filters with your installation.  

Operating Systems 

The DSL-502T uses an HTML-based web interface for setup and management. The web configuration manager 

may be accessed using any operating system capable of running web browser software, including Windows 98 

SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and Windows XP.  

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