Draft 1 - 07/11/06
030-300417 Rev. A
10
July 2006
Media Gateway (Model WMT)
User Guide
7.3 Hardware Installations
NOTE: If you are using Your Media Gateway in conjunction with an Ethernet Hub or Switch, refer to the
manufacturer’s instructions for proper installation and configuration.
Westell recommends the use of a surge
suppressor to protect equipment attached to the AC power supply.
7.3.1 Installation via 10/100 Base-T Ethernet
NOTE: Before you connect via 10/100 Base-T, you must have an available Ethernet card installed in your
computer. If your Ethernet card does not auto-negotiate, you must set it to half duplex. Refer to the
Ethernet card manufacturer’s instructions for installing and configuring your Ethernet card.
1.
Connect the yellow Ethernet cable from the Ethernet (E2, E3, or E4) jacks marked
on the rear panel of the
base unit to the Ethernet port on your computer. Repeat this step to connect up to two additional PCs to the
Media Gateway.
NOTE: You may connect to any of the three Ethernet (E2, E3, or E4) jacks on the rear panel of the Media
Gateway base unit as they serve as an Ethernet switch.
2.
Connect the DC 12V power supply cord to the power connector marked
12V AC
~
on the rear panel of the base
unit. Plug the other end of the power supply into an AC wall socket, and then turn on the power switch (if it is
not already turned on).
3.
Check to see if the Power LED is solid green. If the Power LED is solid green, the base unit is powered up.
4.
Check to see if the Ethernet LED on the base unit is solid green. Solid green indicates that the Ethernet interface
is functioning properly.
5.
After you have completed section 8 of this document and established an Internet connection, the Internet LED
will be solid green. If this LED is not solid green, please refer to your ISP’s instructions for establishing an
Internet connection or to section 6.1 (LED Indicators) of this document for information on the LEDs.
Congratulations! You have completed the Ethernet hardware installation. Proceed to section 8 to configure your
Media Gateway for an Internet connection.
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