3Com 3CRWE52196 Network Cables User Manual


 
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Introduction This chapter will guide you through a basic installation of the Gateway,
including:
Connecting the Gateway to the Internet.
Connecting the Gateway to your network.
Setting up your computers for networking with the Gateway.
Safety Information
WARNING: Please read the
Safety Information section in Appendix D
before you start.
VORSICHT: Bitte lesen Sie den Abschnitt
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise”
sorgfältig durch, bevor Sie das Gerät einschalten.
AVERTISSEMENT: Veuillez lire attentivement la section
Consignes
importantes de sécurité avant de mettre en route.
Positioning the
Gateway
You should place the Gateway in a location that:
is conveniently located for connection to the cable or DSL modem that
will be used to connect to the Internet.
allows convenient connection to the computers that will be connected
to the four LAN ports on the rear panel, if desired.
allows easy viewing of the front panel LED indicator lights, and access
to the rear panel connectors, if necessary.
(Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway only) is centrally located to the wireless
computers that will connect to the Gateway. A suitable location might
be on top of a high shelf or similar furniture to optimise wireless