Efficient Networks SpeedStream 5667 - Manual (Page 11)

SpeedStream Dual USB/Ethernet Router User’s Guide
Model 5667
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Confirm that you received all the items listed in the previous section, “Package Contents”; then position
the SpeedStream router at any convenient location in your office or home. No special wiring or cooling
requirements are needed. You should, however, comply with the safety guidelines specified in Chapter 1,
“Introduction.”
Basic Installation Procedure
1. Install line filters (if provided).
2. Connect the cables.
3. Power up the modem and verify port status.
4. Configure network settings on your computer.
5. Configure the router via the Web interface.
6.
Reboot the computer if prompted.
Another important step is to record the current router configuration in the worksheets provided in
Appendix A. Although the router is already configured for your particular network, it is important to
record this configuration in case it must be restored for any reason.
Installing Line Filters
Because DSL may shares the same physical line as your telephone, it may be necessary to separate
the two signals so they do not interfere with each other. This is accomplished through line filters,
which prevent DSL traffic from disrupting the voice signal on the phone line, and vice versa. Follow
the procedure below to install line filters on any device (phones, fax machines, caller ID boxes) that
shares the same phone number as the DSL line. (Note: This section may not apply to you. Consult
your provider if you are unsure.)
Two types of line filters may be used. The wall mount filter is installed onto the telephone wall plate
for use with wall-mounted telephones. The in-line filter is connected to the telephone wall plate and
the telephone cord is connected into the filter. A two-to-one adapter is available and may be used if
more than one device needs to be connected to the telephone wall plate.
In-Line Filter
For each device that shares the DSL phone
number:
1. Unplug the device’s cord from the phone
jack.
2. Plug the filter into the phone jack.
3. Plug the phone cord (or other device cord)
into the filter.