How to Connect a 2Wire Router
2Wire's sleek line of home gateways provide both a router and modem in one unit. These powerful units function as wireless routers, modems and access points--all in one unit. The setup of a 2Wire home gateway is just as simple as the unit is convenient. Discover just how easy it is to connect your 2Wire router.
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Instructions
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Set up your 2Wire router in a cool, vented area near a phone jack--preferably away from other electronics that will generate their own heat.
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Plug the phone-line tip of your DSL filter into the phone jack adjacent to your 2Wire router. Run a phone cable from the port on the filter labeled "DSL" to the "DSL" port on the back of your 2Wire home gateway.
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Plug an Ethernet cable into the ports on the back of your 2Wire router labeled "LAN" or "Ethernet." Insert the other end of the cable into your computer's network card.
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Connect the power adapter to your 2Wire, and then plug the unit into a power outlet. Power on your computer and open your Internet browser. Type "192.168.1.1" into the browser's address bar, and then press "Enter" on your keyboard.
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Type in any applicable operating system user name or password if prompted. Follow 2Wire wizard to complete the setup of your home network.
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Tips & Warnings
Use DSL filters for all devices plugged into a phone jack on the same line as your DSL connection.
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OKAY BUT IF I HAVE 2 ROUTERS WITH 2 DSL LINES & THE BOTH ARE ACTIVE & CONNECTED TO THE INTERNET & IWANT TO CONNECT THE 2 ROUTERS INTO ONE PC WITH 2 LAN CARDS CAN I HAVE THE SPEED OF THE 2 LINES OR I'LL ONLY GET THE SPEED OF ONE THAT I CHOOOOOOOOOOOSE?
