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2. The modem will then reboot automatically. After an erase, the modem's password will be password, the LAN IP address will be 192.168.0.1, and the modem's DHCP client will be enabled. Note: To restore the factory default configuration settings without knowing the login password or IP address, you must use the Default Reset button on the rear panel of the modem; see Figure 2-4 on page 2-4. Upgrading the Modem’s Firmware The software of the ADSL2+ Modem is stored in FLASH memory, and can be upgraded as new software is released by NETGEAR. Upgrade files can be downloaded from NETGEAR's Web site. If the upgrade file is compressed (.ZIP file), you must first extract the binary (.BIN or .IMG) file before uploading it to the modem. How to Upgrade the Modem Firmware Note: NETGEAR recommends that you back up your configuration before doing a firmware upgrade. After the upgrade is complete, you may need to restore your configuration settings. 1. Download and unzip the new software file from NETGEAR. The Web browser used to upload new firmware into the modem must support HTTP uploads. NETGEAR recommends using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above. Managing Your Modem v1.0, August 2006 DM111P ADSL2+ Ethernet Modem Reference Manual 2. From the Main Menu of the browser interface, under the Maintenance heading, select the Modem Upgrade heading. Figure 3-3 3. Click Browse to locate the binary (.BIN or .IMG) upgrade file. 4. Click Firmware Upgrade. Warning: When uploading software to the modem, it is important not to interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or loading a new page. If the browser is interrupted, it may corrupt the software. When the upload is complete, your modem will automatically restart. The upgrade process will typically take about two minutes. In some cases, you may need to clear the configuration and reconfigure the modem after upgrading. Managing Your Modem v1.0, August 2006 DM111P ADSL2+ Ethernet Modem Reference Manual Network Management Information The DM111P provides a variety of status and usage information which is discussed below. Viewing Modem Status From the Maintenance section of the main menu select Modem Status to view the screen in Figure 3-4. Figure 3-4 Managing Your Modem v1.0, August 2006 DM111P ADSL2+ Ethernet Modem Reference Manual This screen shows the following parameters: Table 3-1. Menu 3.2 - Modem Status Fields Field Description System Up Time The time that the modem has been connected to the Internet in the format days:hours:minutes:seconds. Account Name The Account Name assigned to the modem during setup. Firmware Version Displays the modem firmware version. This value will change if you upgrade your modem. ADSL Port MAC Address IP Address Network Type IP Subnet Mask Domain Name Server (DNS) These parameters apply to the Internet (ADSL) port of the modem. Displays the Ethernet MAC address being used by the Internet (ADSL) port of the modem. Displays the IP address being used by the Internet (ADSL) port of the modem. If no address is shown, the modem cannot connect to the Internet. The network type depends on your ISP. This field displays the IP Subnet Mask being used by the Internet (ADSL) port of the modem. Displays the DNS Server IP addresses being used by the modem. These addresses are usually obtained dynamically from the ISP. LAN Port MAC Address IP Address DHCP IP Subnet Mask These parameters apply to the Ethernet port of the modem. Displays the Ethernet MAC address being used by the Local (LAN) port of the modem. Displays the IP address being used by the Local (LAN) port of the modem. The default is 192.168.0.1. If OFF, the modem will not assign IP addresses to PCs on the LAN. If ON, the modem will assign IP addresses to PCs on the LAN. Displays the IP Subnet Mask being used by the Local (LAN) port of the modem. The default is 255.255.255.0. Modem Modem Status Downstream Speed Upstream Speed These parameters apply to the ADSL port of the modem. The connection status of the modem. The speed at which the modem is receiving data from the ADSL line. The speed at which the modem is transmitting data to the ADSL line. VPI The Virtual Path Identifier setting. VCI The Virtual Channel Identifier setting. Managing Your Modem v1.0, August 2006 DM111P ADSL2+ Ethernet Modem Reference Manual Viewing the ADSL Status From the Maintenance section of the main menu, click ADSL Line Status.: Figure 3-5 The upper table indicates how the modem has detected the ADSL parameters are configured, except for the “Line Up Time”, which indicates the time elapsed since the last reset or power cycle. The lower table provides information about the quality of upstream and downstream data. These statistics will be of interest to your technical support representative if you are having problems obtaining or maintaining a connection. Managing Your Modem v1.0, August 2006 DM111P ADSL2+ Ethernet Modem Reference Manual Table 3-1. Router Statistics Fields Field Description Line Rate A...