How to Configure a Siemens DSL Modem

Siemens DSL modems provide the gateway between your home network and the Internet through an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The on-board software is accessed through a Web-based interface allowing full configuration from your Web browser. When accessing the modem for the first time, a Setup Wizard guides you through the configuration process including the set up of an administrator's account. This account will be used after the initial setup to change the modem's settings.

Things You'll Need

• Siemens DSL router/modem

Instructions

1. Make sure the modem is connected to your computer. Open your Web browser, then type "http://speedstream" into the address field. Press "Enter."

2. Click "Next" on the Welcome screen.

3. Type a user name into the User Name field. Type a password into the New Password field. Type the password again into the Confirm Password field. Click "Next."

4. Click the radio button for "Yes" for Enable Time Client. Open the drop down list, then select your time zone. Click "Next."

5. Click the radio button for "Enable" if you wish to enable the wireless capabilities of your router. Type a name for your wireless network in the SSID field. Click "Next."

6. Open the drop-down list, then select the Security Mode required by your wireless network. Select or generate a key if the mode you selected requires one. Click "Next."

7. Click "Finish."

Tips & Warnings

• For better network security, do not enable wireless capabilities in your router/modem unless you specifically need it. If you do not have any wireless network adapters, laptops or access points, click to put a bullet for "Disable" in Step 5. Click "Next," then click "Finish."

References

• SpeedStream® Wireless DSL Gateway User's Guide

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish