Siemens SpeedStream 4200 - Manual (Page 4)

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Step 2 >
Choose an Installation Method
The SpeedStream ® device may be connected to either an existing USB port or an Ethernet
port. If you choose to attach the SpeedStream ® device via the Ethernet interface, it is only
necessary to complete the steps in Option A. Otherwise, proceed directly to Option B for
USB installation.
Connect the SpeedStream ® Device
You have completed the installation of your SpeedStream ®
hardware. There is no software installation required when
using the Ethernet connection method. If you have the
router model, proceed to Step 3 to configure your router
and connect to the Internet.
1. Connect the straight-
through Ethernet cable
(RJ-45) to the Ethernet
port on the SpeedStream ®
device (yellow port).
2. Connect the other end
of the straight-through
Ethernet cable (RJ-45)
to the Ethernet port
on your computer.
3. Plug the DSL cable (RJ-11)
into the DSL port on the
SpeedStream ® device
(gray port).
4. Plug the other end of
the DSL cable (RJ-11)
into the phone jack.
5. Plug the power adapter
into the power outlet
and SpeedStream ® device
(black port).
6. Ensure the SpeedStream ®
device is powered on (power
switch located on right side
of back panel).
Option A >
Ethernet Installation Method
Install Ethernet Adapter
You will need to install an Ethernet
adapter if your computer does not
already have one installed. Refer to
your Ethernet adapter manufacturer’s
documentation for complete
installation instructions.
Internet connection
Ethernet connection
to computer RJ-45
Straight-through
Ethernet cable
Optional:
use crossover
(Xover) cable when
connecting to a hub
or switch without an
“uplink” port
Power supply
Hub
RJ-11 DSL cable
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