User manual SAGEM F@ST 908

[. . . ] Their function is to transmit the data between a computer (PC or Mac) connected by an Ethernet interface and an Internet Access Provider (IAP), via an ADSL link. The SAGEM F@stTM 908 / 948 ADSL modem has two local interfaces: 1 USB port 1 Ethernet port ! Both USB and Ethernet interfaces cannot function simultaneously. It is therefore important to select the correct mode of use for the SAGEM F@stTM 908 / 948 modem: Ethernet or USB mode. 1 SAGEM F@stTM 908 is an ADSL modem used for an analog telephone network (POTS). SAGEM F@stTM 948 is an ADSL modem used for a digital telephone network (ISDN). 5 SAGEM F@st TM 908 / 948 Installation Guide 1. 2 Choosing the connection interface You can choose between the connection interfaces based on a number of criteria: · · Interface not available: your computer may not have an Ethernet card or an Ethernet port. [. . . ] Installing the modem in Ethernet mode For more details on this installation procedure, refer to the SAGEM F@stTM 908 / 948 Ethernet Interface Reference Manual (see CD-ROM / Reference Manual - Ethernet Interface). 3. 1 Connecting the Ethernet interface For this, use the cross-pinned Ethernet cable supplied with your modem. When the modem is connected to your computer, the Ethernet detection LEDs on your modem and your Ethernet card will light. 3. 2 Installing the software In Windows XP, for example: Insert the CD-ROM of the modem in your computer's appropriate drive and the screen opposite appears. Choose the installation language, (availability depending on model) by clicking on the icon. Then, please comply with the directions for use, given by the installation software, shown on the successive displays. 11 SAGEM F@st TM 908 / 948 Installation Guide Select your country of residence (depending on model ). Choose your Internet Access Provider in the suggested list. Once the installation is done, you can go to the next stage. 3. 2. 1 Encapsulation options in Ethernet mode (depending on versions) The encapsulation parameters are automatically set up, when the Internet Access Provider is choosen in the list offered by the installation software. Nevertheless, the possibility of set up parameters, related to an Internet Access Provider which would not already been listed, has been provided for. In that particular case, the selection «Other» from the Internet Access Provider list, opens a control panel, which allows to choose the encapsulation. The SAGEM F@stTM 908 / 948 modem supports three encapsulation modes: RFC 1483 Bridge, RFC 1483 Router DHCP, RFC 1483 Router static IP. If your Internet connection must be set up in PPPoE mode, you will need to use RFC 1483 Bridge encapsulation. Refer to section 3. 1 (connecting to the Internet (PPPoE connection mode) in the Reference Manual - Ethernet Interface. Please refer to the documentation or the subscription email from your Internet access provider (IAP) to ascertain which encapsulation mode is appropriate to your ADSL line. 12 SAGEM F@st TM 908 / 948 Installation Guide 4. Installing the modem in USB mode ! You must run the installation CD-ROM before connecting the USB cable to your computer. For more details on this installation procedure, refer to the reference manual SAGEM F@stTM 908 / 948 USB interface (see CD-ROM / Reference Manual - USB Interface). 4. 1 Installation of the software In Windows XP, for example: Insert the CD-ROM of the modem in your computer's appropriate drive and the screen opposite appears. Choose the installation language, (availability depending on model) by clicking on the icon. Click on the USB socket. . Then, please comply with the directions for use, given by the installation software, shown on the successive displays. Select your country of residence (depending on model ). Choose your Internet Access Provider in the suggested list. Once the installation is done, you can go to the next stage. 13 SAGEM F@st TM 908 / 948 Installation Guide 4. 1. 1 Encapsulation options in USB mode (depending on versions) The encapsulation parameters are automatically set up, when the Internet Access Provider is choosen in the list offered by the installation software. Nevertheless, the possibility of set up parameters, related to an Internet Access Provider which would not already been listed, has been provided for. In that particular case, the selection «Other» from the Internet Access Provider list, opens a control panel, which allows to choose the encapsulation. Depending on versions, the SAGEM F@stTM 908 modem offers a number of different encapsulation modes on installation in USB mode: PPPoA, PPPoE, RFC 1483 bridge (DHCP), RFC 1483 router (DHCP). Please refer to the documentation or the subscription email from your Internet access provider (IAP) to ascertain which encapsulation mode is appropriate to your ADSL line. 4. 2 Connecting the USB interface ! This connection will be made on installing the drivers when the installation software prompts you. Connect your SAGEM F@stTM 908 / 948 modem to your computer with the USB lead supplied in the packaging. For this, use the USB cable supplied with your modem. 14 SAGEM F@st TM 908 / 948 Installation Guide 5. LEDs Flag Status Corrective action In PPPoE mode: ADSL on PWR on Green ADSL set up. In Windows XP, MacOS X, you can refer to Modem initialized section 4. 1 of the SAGEM F@stTM 908 / 948 Ethernet Interface Reference Manual. Connection not possible For any other OS, look up the documentation supplied with the PPPoE client software you are using. If you have more than one Ethernet card on your computer, check that your PPPoE client is linked to the Ethernet card to which your modem is connected. [. . . ] The SAGEM F@stTM 908 / 948 must not be covered. The SAGEM F@stTM 908 / 948's mains adapter unit must not be covered. Maintenance Do not open the casing. This action is reserved only for qualified personnel, approved by your operator. Cleaning: do not use liquid or aerosol-based cleaning products. Power source The SAGEM F@stTM 908 / 948 modem is supplied with its own power supply unit. [. . . ]