Installing Linksys Router for DSL

HELP!!
Here's what I did first:
Pulled off instructions from Linksys "Setting Up DSL on a Linksys Router Using an Apple/Mac computer".
Second:
Inside the router package is the document "start here" , with a Run CD First. Inserted cd , never prompted - took that out.
Now my confusion: should I start where??? I'm no good at the technical part. I'm trying.
Any suggestions.

cmykGirl, Welcome to the discussion area!
Also, on the CD you will find the Users Guide (a PDF document). Follow the directions for configuring the router via a web browser. The screen shots are from Windows but it works exactly the same from the Mac.
BTW, this is the discussion area for the iMac G4. There is another dedicated discussion area for the iMac G5.

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Just wondering if I can get some help please.
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I have a G4 (Quicksilver model I believe) and a
Toshiba Centrino laptop. I just recently got a cable
internet connection at home and would like to set up
a router. Do Linksys routers work with Macs? Im
looking at a Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router With
SpeedBooster (WRT54GS-CA). I'm told some do, some do
not. As well, what would I need to have the Mac
access the router wirelessly? Do I need an airport
card? Or can I use those new USB network adapters?
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