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Before you begin:
Package Contents
Your package includes the following:
SpeedStream 2614 4-Port DSL/Cable Router
AC Power Adapter
SpeedStream
®
Safety and
Quick-Start Guide
Documentation/
Certifications
Printer Port Driver CD
Information
This guide covers only the most common situations. Please refer to the full User's Guide on the CD-ROM
if your network uses any of the following: existing router, existing DHCP server, or PC(s) using fixed (static)
IP addresses
Requirements:
Broadband Modem
PC(s) with the TCP/IP protocol installed
Cat 5 Ethernet cables with RJ-45 connectors
Step
1
1.
Ensure that the SpeedStream 2614 is powered OFF before commencing with installation. Leave
your DSL/Cable modem connected to its wall socket (phone line or cable outlet).
2.
Use Cat 5 Ethernet cable(s) to connect one or both of the following:
• PC(s) to one of the LAN ports on the SpeedStream router
OR
• A hub/switch to one of the LAN ports on the router
3.
Connect your DSL/Cable modem to the WAN port on the SpeedStream 2614 using the Ethernet
cable supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. If no cable was supplied with your modem, use a
straight-through Ethernet cable.
Note: An ISDN TA or dial-up modem may be connected to the SpeedStream 2614 Router as an alternate method of Internet access.
Please refer to the User's Guide on CD for directions on using/configuring this type of connection.
4.
Connect the power adapter to the SpeedStream 2614. Use only the power adapter provided.
5.
(optional) If you intend to use the SpeedStream router's print server functionality, connect the
parallel cable of the printer to the printer port on the router before powering on the router.
6.
Power ON the SpeedStream 2614
Front View
Extended Warranty
and Registration Card
Printer
5
Hardware Installation
2
Back View
3
DSL/Cable
modem
Step
Internet Connection Configuration
2
If your Internet Service Provider assigns your IP address dynamically, your PC should already be configured
properly for the SpeedStream 2614 to act as a plug-and-play device and does not require additional
configuration.
1.
Perform TCP/IP Setup for each PC as described in the PC Setup section on the back of this
guide. Remember to restart each PC when finished.
2.
Start your web browser. In the Address box, enter the following: HTTP://192.168.254.254
3.
Press Enter. You will be prompted for a Password—The default Password is admin.
4.
When the password is entered correctly, you will see the SpeedStream Router Status screen.
5.
Select Simple Setup from the left-side menu and follow the prompts to change the password, set
the Time Zone and choose the appropriate Internet connection type. For detailed procedures
covering the most common broadband Internet access scenarios, refer to the procedures
provided on the back side of this guide.
If additional configuration is desired, select the Advanced Setup link from the left-side menu to configure
items such as: firewall parameters, DMZ host, virtual servers and special applications support for multi-
player online games. The most common scenarios are described on the back of this guide.
Step
Print Server Set-up
3
Printer Port Driver Installation:
1.
Ensure that the printer is connected to the parallel port on the router and both the printer and
router are powered on.
2.
Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. If the setup program does not start
automatically, run SETUP from the root folder on the CD-ROM.
3.
Consult the User Guide on CD-ROM for step-by-step installation and configuration instructions
specific to your operating system.
4.
Repeat the procedure for each PC that will share the printer.
4
(optional)
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