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User Guide
NB6, NB6W, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4W and NB6Plus4Wn
ADSL2+ Router
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Safety and Precaution Installation • Use only the type of power source indicated on the marking labels. • Use only power adapter supplied with the product. • Do not overload wall outlet or extension cords as this may increase the risk of electric shock or fire. If the power cord is frayed, replace it with a new one. • Proper ventilation is necessary to prevent the product overheating. Do not block or cover the slots and openings on the device, which are intended for ventilation and proper ope
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Contents Before You Use ..............................................................................................................................................6 NB6 Series Package Contents ...................................................................................................................7 Subscription for ADSL Service ...................................................................................................................8 Chapter 1: Overview ....................
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Chapter 3: Accessing the Internet...............................................................................................................35 PPP over ATM (PPPoA) Mode ..................................................................................................................36 PPP over ATM (PPPoA) IP Extension Mode................................................................................................37 PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE) Mode ..........................................
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Quality of Service ...................................................................................................................................95 Quality of Service – Bridge QoS ........................................................................................................95 Quality of Service – IP QoS ...............................................................................................................97 Port Mapping .....................................................
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BEFORE YOU USE Thank you for purchasing a NetComm ADSL2+ Router. NetComm brings you the Next Generation of ADSL technology with ADSL2+*, which boosts ADSL’s performance, improves interoperability, and supports new applications, services and deployment conditions. NetComm’s implementation of ADSL2+* ensures that your Router operates with existing ADSL services while delivering optimal performance in all modes of operation. Powered by the latest Broadcom ADSL2+* chipset, NetComm’s Router prov
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NB6 Series Package Contents Your Package contains the following items: • One NB6, NB6W, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4W and NB6Plus4Wn Router (all models shown above) • Telephone Cable (RJ-11) • Power Adaptor (NB6 - 9V AC 1A, NB6W/NB6Plus4/NB6Plus4W and NB6Plus4Wn - 12V AC 1A) • USB Cable (Not available for NB6Plus4 or NB6Plus4Wn) NB6 Series ADSL2+ Modem/Router Driver, Manuals and Software CRS889 • Driver and Manual CD • CAT-5 UTP Straight Ethernet Network • One Quick Start Guide Cable (RJ-45) If a
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Subscription for ADSL Service To use the ADSL Router, you have to subscribe to an ADSL service from your broadband service provider. According to the service type you select, you may get various IP addresses: Dynamic IP: If you apply for an on-demand connection, you will be given an Internet account with username and password. You will get a dynamic IP issued by your ISP, such as under PPPoA, PPPoE, or MER mode. Static IP address: If you apply for full-time connectivity, you may get eith
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CHAPTER 1: OvERvIEW This chapter provides you with a description for the LEDs and connectors on the front and rear surface of the router. Please take a look at this information, before you use/install this router. YML854 Rev1 NB6, NB6, NB6W NB6W,, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4W NB6Plus4W,, NB6Plus4Wn NB6Plus4Wn User Guide www.netcomm.com.au
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NB6 LED Indicators The LED Indicators are located on the front of the unit, their meanings are as follows: Function Color Definition Power Off Power is off. Solid Green Power is on and the device operates normally. Solid Red Power on self-test in progress The device enters the console mode of the boot loader. Power on self-test failure if the led always stays solid red. Flash Red Firmware upgrades in progress ADSL Off No ADSL signal is detected. Slow Flash Green ADSL line is handshaking in progr
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NB6 Rear Panel The following figure illustrates the rear panel of your ADSL Router: Connector Description Line RJ-11 connector (Telephone line) USB USB connector Reset Reset to factory defaults Ethernet Ethernet RJ-45 connector Power on/off switch Power 9VAC Power connector YML854 Rev1 NB6, NB6, NB6W NB6W,, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4W NB6Plus4W,, NB6Plus4Wn NB6Plus4Wn User Guide www.netcomm.com.au 11
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NB6W LED Indicators The LED Indicators are located on the front of the unit, their meanings are as follows: Function Color Definition Power Off Power is off. Solid Green Power is on and the device operates normally. Solid Red Power on self-test in progress The device enters the console mode of the boot loader. Power on self-test failure if the led always stays solid red. Flash Red Firmware upgrades in progress ADSL Off No ADSL signal is detected. Slow Flash Green ADSL line is handshaking in prog
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NB6W Rear Panel The following figure illustrates the rear panel of your ADSL Router: Connector Description Wireless antenna Power 12VAC Power connector Power on/off switch Reset Reset to factory defaults Ethernet Ethernet RJ-45 connector USB USB connector Line RJ-11 connector (Telephone line) YML854 Rev1 NB6, NB6, NB6W NB6W,, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4W NB6Plus4W,, NB6Plus4Wn NB6Plus4Wn User Guide www.netcomm.com.au 1
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NB6Plus4 LED Indicators The LED Indicators are located on the front of the unit, their meanings are as follows: Function Color Definition Power Off Power is off. Solid Green Power is on and the device operates normally. Solid Red Power on self-test in progress The device enters the console mode of the boot loader. Power on self-test failure if the led always stays solid red. Flash Red Firmware upgrades in progress ADSL Off No ADSL signal is detected. Slow Flash Green ADSL line is handshaking in
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NB6Plus4 Rear Panel The following figure illustrates the rear panel of your ADSL Router: Connector Description Reset Reset to factory defaults Power 12VAC Power connector Power on/off switch Ethernet – 1, 2, 3, 4 Ethernet RJ-45 connector Line RJ-11 connector (Telephone line) YML854 Rev1 NB6, NB6, NB6W NB6W,, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4W NB6Plus4W,, NB6Plus4Wn NB6Plus4Wn User Guide www.netcomm.com.au 15
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NB6Plus4W LED Indicators The LED Indicators are located on the front of the unit, their meanings are as follows: Function Color Definition Power Off Power is off. Solid Green Power is on and the device operates normally. Solid Red Power on self-test in progress The device enters the console mode of the boot loader. Power on self-test failure if the led always stays solid red. Flash Red Firmware upgrades in progress ADSL Off No ADSL signal is detected. Slow Flash Green ADSL line is handshaking in
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NB6Plus4W Rear Panel The following figure illustrates the rear panel of your ADSL Router: Connector Description Wireless antenna Reset Reset to factory defaults Power 12VAC Power connector Power on/off switch Ethernet – 1, 2, 3, 4 Ethernet RJ-45 connector USB USB connector Line RJ-11 connector (Telephone line) YML854 Rev1 NB6, NB6, NB6W NB6W,, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4W NB6Plus4W,, NB6Plus4Wn NB6Plus4Wn User Guide www.netcomm.com.au 1
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NB6Plus4Wn LED Indicators The LED Indicators are located on the front of the unit, their meanings are as follows: Function Color Definition Power Off Power is off. Solid Green Power is on and the device operates normally. Solid Red Power on self-test in progress The device enters the console mode of the boot loader. Power on self-test failure if the led always stays solid red. Flash Red Firmware upgrades in progress ADSL Off No ADSL signal is detected. Slow Flash Green ADSL line is handshaking i
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NB6Plus4Wn Rear Panel The following figure illustrates the rear panel of your ADSL Router Connector Description Wireless antenna Reset Reset to factory defaults Power 12VDC Power connector Power on/off switch Ethernet – 1, 2, 3, 4 Ethernet RJ-45 connector Line RJ-11 connector (Telephone line) WPS Push button configuration for wireless connection YML854 Rev1 NB6, NB6, NB6W NB6W,, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4, NB6Plus4W NB6Plus4W,, NB6Plus4Wn NB6Plus4Wn User Guide www.netcomm.com.au 1
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CHAPTER 2: S YSTEm REqUIREmENT AND INSTALLATION System Requirements Before continuing with the installation of your Router please confirm that you comply with the minimum system requirements. ® • Pentium MMX 233MHz • A CD-ROM Drive • Ethernet card installed with TCP/IP Protocol (required when connecting to the ETHERNET port of your ADSL Router) • OS independent for Ethernet • USB Port (required only if you are connecting to the USB Port of your ADSL Router, not applicable for NB6Plus4 or NB6P
