Page 2 - NOTICE
NOTICE This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright, and this Manual and all the accompanying hardware, software, and documentation are copyrighted. No part of this document may be photocopied or reproduced by mechanical, electronic, or other means in any form. The manufactu...
Page 3 - Contents
Contents O VERVIEW ........................................................................................... 4 I NSTALLATION I NSTRUCTIONS ........................................................... 5 I MPORTANT ! B EFORE Y OU B EGIN ...................................................................
Page 4 - Overview
4 Overview The X5 integrates an ADSL modem, a router, and a four-port switch in one device. It includes an advanced firewall, which allows you to control Internet access from your local network, and which protects your local network from unwanted Internet traffic. With four ETHERNET ports, the X5 su...
Page 6 - You Will Also Need
6 ADSL X5 User Guide The CD contains the installation software, documentation, warranty, and Customer Support information. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Zoom Customer Support or your retailer or distributor. In addition, the package may include: • Phone-jack adapter to adapt the ...
Page 7 - Installing the X5; Windows Installation
Chapter 1: Installation Instructions 7 • Additional Ethernet cables. These are required only if you plan to connect more than one computer/network device with an Ethernet port to the X5. (The X5 comes with one Ethernet cable and one USB cable.) Installing the X5 ¾ Macintosh and Linux users: please g...
Page 10 - Installing the Hardware
If you are prompted to enter your user name and password, remember that they are case-sensitive: 5 When you complete the installation and setup, click Finish to update your modem and close the Install Assistant. Congratulations! You have established communication and your computer is now connected t...
Page 13 - Establishing Communication
Chapter 1: Installation Instructions 13 Establishing Communication You must set up the X5 so that it can communicate with your Internet service provider. To do this, you use the Zoom Configuration Manager. 1 To log in to the Zoom Configuration Manager, do this: a Open your Web browser and, in its ad...
Page 17 - other than; Configuring the X5 Manually
Chapter 1: Installation Instructions 17 ¾ If your Encapsulation setting begins with something other than PPP: The EOA Interface—Add page will open. Click Save Changes on this page (without changing any settings on it). A screen appears to let you know that the process was a success. Click Close to r...
Page 20 - Using Static IP Addressing
If You Did Not Connect If you did not connect and you are using settings provided by your service provider, repeat steps 3–7 above and ensure that you enter the information correctly (especially your Username and Password , if your Encapsulation begins with PPP). If you still cannot connect, look up...
Page 23 - To Connect Additional Computers
Chapter 1: Installation Instructions 23 Once your initial computer has been successfully connected to the Web, you can now connect the other computers and/or a network device. • To connect additional computers directly to the X5, see the next section. • To connect a network device to the X5, see pag...
Page 24 - To Connect a Network Device
24 ADSL X5 User Guide To Connect a Network Device This section provides general instructions for connecting a network device (such as a wireless access point, router, hub, or switch) to the X5. For information about setting up your network device, please refer to the documentation that came with tha...
Page 25 - Removing the X5 Software
Chapter 1: Installation Instructions 25 Removing the X5 Software If you have a Windows computer and want to remove your X5—for instance, if you move your computer to a location without ADSL service—you should remove the software before disconnecting the hardware. Note: Because Macintosh and Linux co...
Page 26 - Universal Plug and Play; If You Need Help
26 ADSL X5 User Guide Universal Plug and Play The X5 is enabled for Universal Plug and Play (UPnP ™ ). This means that other devices plugged into your computer or network (for example, a gaming application, router, or stand-alone firewall) that use UPnP will automatically detect the X5 and make the ...
Page 27 - Status Monitoring
Chapter 2. Monitoring Status 27 2 Status Monitoring This chapter discusses how to check the status of your modem and its ADSL connection. Most users can skip this chapter, as it is primarily for advanced users and for those who are instructed by their Internet service provider or Zoom Technical Supp...
Page 28 - Monitoring System Status
28 ADSL X5 User Guide Monitoring System Status If you want to check the overall system status, click the System Status icon at the top of any page in the Zoom Configuration Manager. (If you forgot how to log in to the Zoom Configuration Manager, see page 13.) The System Status page provides informat...
Page 29 - Monitoring ADSL Status
Chapter 2. Monitoring Status 29 Monitoring ADSL Status If you want to check the status of your ADSL connection, click the ADSL Status icon at the top of the Zoom Configuration Manager. (If you forgot how to log in to the Zoom Configuration Manager, see page 13.) The ADSL Status page provides informa...
Page 30 - Advanced Setup Options
30 3 Advanced Setup Options The options that are set by default when the X5 is installed are sufficient for most users. However, those that want or need to change the X5’s settings can do so using the Advanced Setup page. This chapter explains how to specify advanced options. The information in this...
Page 32 - Configuration Buttons
32 ADSL X5 User Guide Tip: If you plan to specify advanced options, you can view detailed information about each option in the online help. To open the help, click the button for the settings you want to specify (for example, the Firewall button to open the Firewall Configuration page), then click t...
Page 35 - Status Buttons
35 Status Buttons The buttons in the Status group are typically used for maintenance and troubleshooting. The following table lists each button in the Status group and gives a brief description of the settings you can specify. Click a button below, then click the Help icon at the top of the screen t...
Page 36 - Administration Buttons
36 ADSL X5 User Guide Administration Buttons The buttons in the Administration group are typically used for administrative tasks, such as diagnostic testing, upgrading firmware, changing your Zoom Configuration Manager password, etc. Click a button below, then click the Help icon at the top of the s...
Page 37 - Changing Your WAN; Settings
37 Changing Your WAN Settings Use the WAN Configuration page to change your Wide Area Network (WAN) settings and to specify a static IP address (if you have arranged/paid for one). To open this page, click the WAN Configuration button on the Advanced Setup page. Important! If you want to use static ...
Page 39 - To change the default password
39 Changing User Names and Passwords Use the User Configuration page to manage the user names and passwords that can access the Zoom Configuration Manager. To open this page, click the User Configuration button, located in the Administration group on the Advanced Setup page. When you installed the X...
Page 41 - To back up your current configuration
41 Backing Up Your Configuration Use the Backup/Restore Config page to back up your current configuration or restore an old configuration to your X5. To open this page, click the Backup/Restore Config button, located in the Administration group on the Advanced Setup page. Users who change the config...
Page 42 - To restore a configuration
42 ADSL X5 User Guide To restore a configuration 1 On the Backup/Restore Config page, click Browse and navigate to the file containing the configuration to which you want the X5 restored. 2 Click Upload . For more information about backing up and restoring your customized settings, click the Help ic...
Page 43 - Restoring Default Settings; To reset using the X5’s Web interface
43 Restoring Default Settings If you have changed the system settings on your X5 and for some reason want to restore them to the factory default settings, you can do so in one of two ways: You can perform a software reset or a hard reset . To reset using the X5’s Web interface If you can open your W...
Page 44 - Using IP Filters
44 ADSL X5 User Guide Using IP Filters Use the IP Filter Configuration page to set up IP filters to allow or block traffic coming into your computer from the Internet. To open this page, click the IP Filtering button in the Configuration section of the Advanced Setup page. To filter Internet traffic...
Page 45 - Appendix A; ADSL Internet Settings Tables
45 Appendix A ADSL Internet Settings Tables These tables are for customers whose service providers do not supply them with the ADSL settings to connect to the Internet. Many ADSL providers use different settings depending on the region in which they are operating, which is why there may be more than...
Page 48 - Appendix B; Front and Back Panels
Appendix B Front and Back Panels The front panel of the X5 looks like this: The following table describes the LEDs on the front panel. LED Description POWER Lights when the X5 is plugged into a power source. ETHERNET 1 2 3 4 Lights when the corresponding ETHERNET port of the X5 is connected to the E...
Page 50 - Appendix C; TCP/IP Network Settings
50 Appendix C TCP/IP Network Settings If you are using a Macintosh or Linux computer, you must ensure that your computer’s TCP/IP network settings are configured properly. Otherwise, you will not be able to connect to the Internet. Note: If you are using a Windows computer, you do not have to config...
Page 51 - Macintosh TCP/IP Settings; Mac OS X
51 Macintosh TCP/IP Settings How you configure your Macintosh computer’s network settings differs, depending on your Mac OS. For OS X, follow the instructions below. Otherwise, go to page 52. Mac OS X 1 From the Dock , choose System Preferences and then Network to display the Network pane. (For OS X...
Page 53 - Linux TCP/IP Settings; RedHat; Debian
53 Linux TCP/IP Settings The instructions for setting up boot-time DHCP vary dramatically by distribution, so you may want to refer to your particular version’s documentation. Note: If you have more than one network card installed, you will need to pick distinct Ethernet identifiers for each (eth0, ...
Page 54 - Windows TCP/IP Settings; Windows XP
54 ADSL X5 User Guide Windows TCP/IP Settings How you configure your Windows computer’s network settings differs, depending on your operating system. Windows XP 1 Open the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box. a From the desktop, click the Start button, point to Control Panel , and then ...
Page 57 - Appendix D; Troubleshooting; Problem
Appendix D. Troubleshooting 57 Appendix D Troubleshooting The following are some problems you may experience and some possible solutions to remedy the situation. Problem My X5’s DSL light is solidly lit, but I cannot connect to the Internet. Solution First, perform a power cycle on your computer and...
Page 63 - Appendix E; Regulatory Information
63 Appendix E Regulatory Information U.S. FCC Part 68 Statement This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. The unit bears a label on the back which contains among other information a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, ...
