How to Set up AT&T DSL With a D-Link

You can use a D-Link modem to access AT&T DSL on your PC.

D-Link is a network device manufacturer that produces a line of modems specifically intended to be used for DSL connections. As an AT&T DSL customer, you have the option of using the modem of your choice. The modem is responsible for translating data from your DSL line into a format that can be recognized by your PC. When deciding where to position your D-Link modem, keep in mind that it must be close enough to your PC to run an Ethernet cable between the two devices.

Things You'll Need

• PC running Windows XP or later
• Ethernet cable

Instructions

1. Connect the phone line that is activated on your AT&T DSL subscription to the gray "DSL" port on the back of the D-Link modem.

2. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the yellow "LAN" port on the back of the D-Link modem.

3. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the port on your desktop or laptop PC.

4. Plug the D-Link modem's power cable into a standard outlet to turn on the device and begin transmitting the DSL signal to your PC.

5. Launch any Web browser on your PC and type "http://192.168.1.1" in the URL bar. Press the "Enter" key to go to that address.

6. Log in to the D-Link modem configuration page using "admin" as the username and password. Then click "OK."

7. Set the VPI value to 0 and the VCI value to 35 in the modem configuration page.

8. Press the "Save & Reboot" button and then wait for the D-Link modem to restart. Once it does, your PC will connect to the Internet through your AT&T DSL account.

References

• Laurel DSL: D-Link Quick Install Guide DSL-2320B
• DSL Reports: Configuring for your ISP