How to Upgrade to High-Speed Internet With the Embarq 660 Series
The Zyxel 660 series is a router/modem provided by CenturyLink, which merged with Embarq Internet service. If you upgrading your high-speed Internet, Embarq will send you the modem with a self-installation kit. Connecting your ZyXEL 660 series follows similar steps to any DSL modem setup. The ZyXEL 660 series is a router and modem combined, which means you do not need two separate devices. You can use the modem to either emit a wireless signal for other computers in the house or to "hard-wire" the computer to the modem.
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Instructions
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Plug the DSL filters provided with your ZyXEL modem into all the available telephone outlets in your home. DSL filters routes the Internet data coming into your home directly to the modem, which ensures a clear Internet and telephone connection. The filter plugs directly into your telephone outlet. You will still be able to connect your landline phone into the filter.
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Plug your ZyXEL into a telephone wall outlet using the telephone cord provided. Connect the Ethernet cable provided (larger than a telephone cord) into the back of the modem labeled "Internet." Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the back of your computer's available Ethernet port.
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Plug your modem into the nearest wall outlet using the AC adapter cord provided. Reboot your computer.
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Verify your computer has a wireless adapter by navigating to "Start," "Control Panel," "Network and Sharing Center," click "Change Adapter Settings" located on the left panel. Verify that the "Wireless Network Connection" and "Local Area Connection" is enabled. Right-click with your mouse and select "Enable" if the connection is disabled.
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Open your Internet browser and navigate to 192.168.2.1. A network administration portal will open requesting a username and password. Enter "1234" for the password and click "login." You'll be prompted to change the default password.
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Click "Wizards Set-up." The router will configure itself and perform a test to verify that your connected to the Internet.
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