8
Chapter 2
2 1 Position Your Router
• The product should not be located in a place where it will be exposed to moisture or
excessive heat.
• Place the router in a location where it can be connected to multiple devices as well as
to a power source.
• Make sure the cables and power cord are safely placed out of the way so they do not
create a tripping hazard.
• The router can be placed on a shelf or desktop.
• Keep the router away from devices with strong electromagnetic interference, such as
Bluetooth devices, cordless phones and microwaves.
2 2 Connect Your Router
Follow the steps below to connect your router.
If your internet connection is through an Ethernet cable from the wall instead of through
a DSL / Cable / Satellite modem, connect the Ethernet cable directly to the router’s
Internet port, and then follow Step 1, 5 and 6 to complete the hardware connection.
Modem
Power adapter
Router
Power adapter
5
Internet
2
4
3
1
1. Place the router horizontally and extend the antennas to the maximum angle.
2. Turn off the modem, and remove the backup battery if it has one.
