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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Wireless DSL Gateway Model #: GT704WG-QW04 Firmware Version: QW04-3.60.2.0.6.3-GT704-WG User Manual Ver 1.0 Solutions for the Digital Life ™...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know the Gateway Technical Support 2 Performing a Basic Setup Basic Setup Changing the User Name and Password 3 Setting Up Static IP Address Configuring for a Single Static IP Address Configuring for a Block of Static IP Addresses 4 Configuring Advanced Settings Accessing Advanced Settings...
  • Page 3 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware 7 Troubleshooting A Reference Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files B Static IP Address on the Computer Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP C Computer Security Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Modem Security...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Gateway is the simplest way to connect computers to a high-speed broadband con- nection. This easy-to-use product is perfect for the office or small business. If you want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec 54 Mbps Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success.

  • Page 5: Features

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual connection Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition ( (Me), Windows 8.0+, Mac 9.0+, or Mac  Note: USB LAN 95, Windows Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher (6.x recommended) or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or higher (4.7 recommended) network protocol installed on each computer TCP/IP Features...

  • Page 6: Getting To Know The Gateway

    relay support authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet and PAP/CHAP HTTP -, and -bit Compliant with IEEE 10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (4) Flow control support for Fast Ethernet Web-based configuration setup Default configuration backup restore upgradeable Web download support 802.11b/g support Getting to Know the Gateway This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s lights, ports, etc.

  • Page 7: Front Panel

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Front Panel The front panel of the Gateway features nine lights: Power, Ethernet (4), , and Wireless. Power Light The Power light displays the Gateway’s current status. If the Power light glows steadily green, the Gateway is receiving power and fully operational. When the Power light flashes rapidly, the Gateway is initializing.
  • Page 8 USB Light light illuminates when the Gateway is connected via its Wireless Light The Wireless light illuminates when the Gateway is activated for wireless use. Rear Panel The rear panel of the Gateway contains seven ports (Ethernet [4], Phone, Power), as well as Reset and Power switches. Phone Port The Phone port is used to connect the Gateway to a USB Port...

  • Page 9: Technical Support

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Reset Switch Depressing the Reset switch for one or two seconds will power cycle the Gateway (similar to unplugging and then plugging in the Gateway’s Power cord). To restore the Gateway’s factory default settings, depress and hold the Reset switch for approximately 10 seconds.
  • Page 10  Note: Before attempting any of the above, make sure access to the Internet is available. Advanced Feature Support Qwest DSL technical support provides the following advanced feature support for the Actiontec DSL Gateway. Contact Qwest at 1-800-247-7285 for configuration assistance. Enabling Website Blocking Enabling Pass-Through...
  • Page 11 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Microsoft Internet Connection Sharing ( Advanced configuration with multiple computers Non-Actiontec-provided network card/Ethernet cable installation, configu- ration, or troubleshooting Commercial firewall software configuration contact the Actiontec Pay For Support Center at 1-888-825-9025. Actiontec networking support is provided for a fee of $29.95 per incident. Other fee-based feature support includes: Port Forwarding (Static Static Routing...

  • Page 12: Performing A Basic Setup

    Performing a Basic Setup This chapter is a guide through a basic setup of the Gateway. The Basic Setup includes instructions on how to connect the Gateway to the and changing the user name and password allowing access to the Web Configuration screens. To complete a basic setup, the user will need information provided by the .
  • Page 13 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Follow the instructions in the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, then click Begin Basic Setup. 4. In the next window, follow the on-screen instructions, then click Next. 5. In the next screen, indicate whether the user is using by clicking in the appropriate circle.

  • Page 14: Changing The User Name And Password

    Chapter 2 Performing a Basic Setup 6. Click Save and Restart in the “Save and Restart” screen. 7. The “Congratulations” screen appears. The Gateway is successfully configured. The Power light flashes rapidly while the Gateway restarts, then glows steadily green when fully operational. The Internet light will also glow steadily green. The Gateway is now configured and users can start surfing the Web.
  • Page 15 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual 2. The “Change Admin Username/Password” screen appears. Enter a new user name (optional) in the “New Username” text box, then a password in the “New Password” text box. Re-enter the password in the “Re-enter New Password”...

  • Page 16: Setting Up Static Ip Address

    Setting Up Static IP Address This chapter details how to set up the Gateway with a static section explains the configuration using a single static tion explains the configuration using a block of static Configuring for a Single Static To set up the Gateway to use a single static ...
  • Page 17 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual 3. In the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, select Alternative Setup from the menu on the left side.
  • Page 18 4. The “Actiontec Gateway Setup Page” screen appears. Using the Internet Service Provider ( ISP Protocol (select RFC1483 Bridged, RFC1483 Routed, by clicking in the appropriate circle), appropriate text boxes). Chapter 3 Setting Up Static IP ) worksheet, enter the following information: Username, , or Password (in the...
  • Page 19 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual 5. Scroll down to the “ Setup Page screen, click on the circle next to “Static,” and enter the obtained from the  Note: The “Subnet” and “Gateway” text boxes are not used dur- ing this procedure. 6.
  • Page 20 Chapter 3 Setting Up Static IP 9. Once the Gateway restarts, return to the Setup/Configuration screen and select Change Admin Password from the menu on the left side. 10. The “Change Admin Username/Password” screen appears. Enter a new user name (optional) in the “New Username” text box, then a password in the “New Password”...

  • Page 21: Configuring For A Block Of Static Ip Addresses

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Configuring for a Block of Static IP Addresses To set up the Gateway to use a block of static  Note: To complete this procedure, you must have access to the Internet Service Provider ( been provided, contact the 1.
  • Page 22 Chapter 3 Setting Up Static IP 4. Click Begin Advanced Setup. 5. The “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen appears. Select Address from the menu on the left side.
  • Page 23 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual 6. Select “Obtain an then enter the gateway and subnet mask addresses assigned by the “Gateway Address” and “Unnumbered Subnet Mask” text boxes, respectively. These addresses should be included on the 7. A window appears, stating the Gateway needs to rebooted. Reboot the Gateway.
  • Page 24 9. In the “ Server Configuration” screen, select “Static” from the DHCP “ ” options near the center of the screen, then enter the addresses assigned by the  Note: If the did not provide static option at “Dynamic.” Also, if the off, this screen will not appear.
  • Page 25 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual 13. The “Change Admin Username/Password” screen appears. Enter a new user name (optional) in the “New Username” text box, then a password in the “New Password” text box. Re-enter the password in the “Re-enter New Password”...

  • Page 26: Configuring Advanced Settings

    Configuring Advanced Settings This chapter contains information concerning the advanced configuration options of the Gateway, such as wireless settings, remote management, and Web site blocking. Accessing Advanced Settings To access the Advanced Settings screens, follow these instructions: 1. Open the Web browser. In the address bar enter: then press Enter on the keyboard.

  • Page 27: Wan Ip Address

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual 4. In the next screen, read the recommendations. To perform an advanced setup on the Gateway, click Begin Advanced Setup. 5. The “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen appears. To check all the set- tings, or if unsure of which settings to modify, select Next. To modify a spe- cific configuration, click on its name in the menu on the left.

  • Page 28: Transparent Bridging

    Chapter 4 Configuring Advanced Settings  Note: Some providers use munication with an end user. If unsure about which connection is present, check with the Internet Service Provider ( continuing. After selecting a connection type, click Next to continue configuring the connection. Transparent Bridging Select this option to use the Gateway as a transparent bridge.
  • Page 29 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA Select one of these options to allow the Gateway to use the Point-to-Point over Ethernet ( ) or Point-to-Point over PPPoE “Broadband Connection via PPPoE” screen: “Broadband Connection via PPPoA” screen: If a User Name and Password was entered in the Installation Buddy or during Basic Setup, it should be displayed in the “Broadband Connection via ”...
  • Page 30 Chapter 4 Configuring Advanced Settings Encapsulation (PPPoA only) Select one of the encapsulation options, based on information received from the Save & Apply Click this button to save and apply the changes made in either of the “Broadband Connection” windows. Obtain an IP Through DHCP Select this option if the (used for configurations without a static...
  • Page 31 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Specify a Static IP Address Select this option if the Routed using a static Address. Enter the Gateway Address provided by the Address” screen, which causes the nate at the Gateway, as opposed to the bridged to terminate at the computer.

  • Page 32: Wireless Settings

    Chapter 4 Configuring Advanced Settings Unnumbered Mode/VIP Mode If a block of public static Unnumbered Mode by clicking in the appropriate check box. Then, enter the IP Address and Subnet Mask in the “Gateway Address” and “Unnumbered Subnet Mask” text boxes below “Unnumbered Restart to make all changes permanent.
  • Page 33 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual To activate the wireless “radio” of the Gateway, click in the circle next to “On.” To turn it off, click in the circle next to “Off.” ESSID is the network name assigned to the wireless network. The factory default ESSID setting is “...
  • Page 34 Chapter 4 Configuring Advanced Settings Activating WEP and clicking Next in the Wireless Settings screen generates the “ Key” screen. Here, the authentication type, encryption level, and are entered to activate the wireless network. Authentication Type There are three authentication types: Open, Shared, and Both.
  • Page 35 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual 256-bit -bit requires one key, comprising WEP 256 hexadecimal digit consists of alphanumeric characters ranging from example of a -bit FE-6C-A1-EF-2E-D3-C4-21-74-5D-B1-3E-FE-AE Key 1 by clicking in the appropriate circle, then enter in the Key text box. After activating wireless capability can join the network only if this key is entered in the comput- er’s wireless encryption scheme.
  • Page 36 Chapter 4 Configuring Advanced Settings Activating WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and clicking Next in the Wireless Settings screen generates the “Wireless There are two levels of “Port,” and “Secret” text boxes, along with the “ prise network specific, and should only be accessed by an experienced informa- tion systems professional.

  • Page 37: Wireless Mac Authentication

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Wireless MAC Authentication Selecting Wireless MAC Authentication in the “Advanced Settings” screen gener- ates the “Wireless Authentication” screen. This feature allows the user to control the Wireless Network by denying or allowing wireless access by specifying the Address of the wireless client(s) allowed or denied on the wireless network After changing settings, click Next or Back to continue, or Save and Restart to...

  • Page 38: Dhcp Server

    Chapter 4 Configuring Advanced Settings 802.11b/g Mode Access to the Gateway’s network can be restricted to wireless clients using either b or g wireless adapters. Click on the down arrow next to the text 802.11 802.11 box and select the desired option. Actiontec recommends using the “Mixed” mode (the default option), which enables both b and g wireless clients to join...

  • Page 39: Dhcp Server Configuration

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual DHCP Server Configuration Clicking Next in the “ DHCP screen. Change address range and Beginning IP Address, Ending IP Address These are the addresses at which the addresses. Actiontec recommends keeping the factory default settings for these addresses (192.168.0.2 and 192.168.0.254, respectively).

  • Page 40: Services Blocking

    Chapter 4 Configuring Advanced Settings Services Blocking Selecting Services Blocking in the “Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Services Blocking” screen. To modify Internet privileges (Web, the network: 1. Enter the computer’s 2. Select the Internet service(s) to be blocked. 3. Click Add to enter the computer’s IP address in the “Blocked text box.

  • Page 41: Website Blocking

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Website Blocking Selecting Website Blocking in the “Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Website Blocking” screen. This feature enables the Gateway to block Web sites to all computers on the network. To block a Web site, enter the address of the Web site in the “Website”...

  • Page 42: Port Forwarding

    Chapter 4 Configuring Advanced Settings  Note: Before Remote Management can be activated, the admin- istrator password must be set. To do this, go to the Setup screen and select Change Admin Password. Follow the instructions in the subsequent screens To access the Gateway via Telnet, activate Remote Telnet by selecting On next to “Remote Telnet.”...

  • Page 43: Dmz Hosting

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Clicking Advanced brings up the “Advanced Port Forward” screen. In this screen, the user can allow only certain addresses to access forwarded ports. Enter the port range of the forwarded ports in the “Remote Port Range”...

  • Page 44: Firewall

    Chapter 4 Configuring Advanced Settings Warning: The host computer will be vulnerable to com- puter hackers on the Internet while in mode. Firewall Selecting Firewall in the “Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Firewall Security Level” screen. Select the level of security needed for the network. See “Appendix f”...

  • Page 45: Nat (Network Address Translation)

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual NAT (Network Address Translation) Selecting in the “Advanced Settings” screen generates the “ ” screen. The Gateway’s basic firewall security is based on . Disabling NAT allows the com- puters connected to the Gateway to be accessed by outside parties. Do not turn off unless instructed to do so by the Static Routing Selecting Static Routing in the “Advanced Settings”...

  • Page 46: Ip Qos Setting

    Chapter 4 Configuring Advanced Settings IP QoS Setting Selecting IP QoS Setting in the “Advanced Settings” screen generates the “IP QoS Setting” screen. In this screen, the user can prioritize certain types of traffic (i.e., voice data) over normal data traffic. Enable IP QoS Enable IP QoS by clicking in this box.
  • Page 47 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Priority Select either “High” or “Normal” for the priority level of the type of data traffic being configured. Protocol Select the data protocol type being configured here. Click on the down arrow to reveal the options: ICMP Set IP Precedence To activate...

  • Page 48: Telnet Timeout Setting

    Chapter 4 Configuring Advanced Settings Telnet Timeout Setting Selecting Telnet Timeout Setting in the “Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Telnet Timeout Setting” screen. In this screen, select the amount of idle time before a telnet session is automatically terminated by activating the appropriate radio button.
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  • Page 50: Viewing The Gateway's Status

    Viewing the Gateway’s Status This chapter contains information about checking the status of the Gateway, such as wireless settings, remote management, and Web site blocking. Accessing Status To access the Status screens, follow these instructions: 1. Open the Web browser. In the address bar enter: http://192.168.0.1 then press Enter on the keyboard.

  • Page 51: Current Status

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Current Status After selecting Status in the Main Menu screen, the “Current Status” screen appears, displaying many of the Gateway’s settings. No settings (other than con- necting or disconnecting from the Internet) can be changed from the Current Status screen.

  • Page 52: Routing Table

    Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s Status WAN - Subnet Mask Displays the subnet mask address the assigned to the Gateway. WAN - Gateway Displays the gateway address (for the address and subnet mask) the assigned to the Gateway. WAN - DNS #1 & #2 Displays the domain name server address(es) the assigned to the Gateway.
  • Page 53 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual WAN Status Status generates the “ Selecting Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Gateway’s (wide area network) connection.
  • Page 54 Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s Status LAN Status Status generates the “ Selecting Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Gateway’s (local area network) connections. DHCP User List Selecting DHCP User List generates the “ User List” screen. This screen DHCP displays a list of the active and idle users on the Gateway’s local area network who have obtained an...
  • Page 55 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual IP QoS Traffic Status Selecting QoS Status generates the “ displays the QoS cofiguration settings (see “ more information). NAT Table Selecting NAT Table generates the “ concerning the Gateway’s Traffic Status” screen. This screen IP Q QoS Management”...

  • Page 56: Using Utilities

    Using Utilities To access the Gateway’s Web-based Utilities options, select Utilities from the “Main Menu” screen. The “Utilities” screen appears. From this screen, the Web activity log can be viewed, the settings changed, the Gateway’s factory default settings restored, and the Gateway’s firmware upgraded. Web Activity Log The Web Activity Log provides information about the Web sites each computer on the Gateway’s network has visited.

  • Page 57: Dsl Settings

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Auto Refresh To set the Web Activity Log screen to automatically refresh at certain intervals, acti- vate the circle next to “Auto Refresh Every” at the bottom of the Web Activity Log screen, then enter a time value (in seconds) in the text box, or click on the down arrow and select a time value from the menu that appears.

  • Page 58: Restore Default Settings

    Restore Default Settings To restore the Gateway to its factory default settings, select Restore Default Settings from the Utilities screen. When the “Restore Default Settings” screen appears, click Restore Default Settings. Any changes made to the Gateway’s settings will be lost and the factory default settings restored.
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  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Gateway, and techniques to try and overcome the problem. Note that these tech- niques may not solve the problem. LAN Connection Failure Ensure the Gateway is properly installed, the correctly, and the power is on.
  • Page 61 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual There should be an entry for Additionally, the “ Address” entry should be on the 192.168.0. (with “ ” defining a range from 2 though 255). If the Ethernet adapter is showing an incorrect sets all values back to 0 (zero). Then, click Renew (this process may take a few seconds).
  • Page 62 Time out error occurs when entering a URL or IP Address Verify all the computers are working properly. Ensure the settings are correct. Ensure the Gateway is on and connected properly. Verify the Gateway’s settings are the same as the computer by clicking Status in the “Main Menu”...
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  • Page 64: A Reference

    Reference This appendix contains information about various topics, including accessing information about your Windows computer. Locating Computer Information The following procedure is valid for Windows 98 1. From the desktop, right-click on My Computer. 2. Select Properties from the menu that appears. 3.

  • Page 65: Locating Windows Operating System Files

    Actiontec DSL Modem User Manual Locating Windows Operating System Files If the operating system files reside on the hard drive of the computer, follow the instructions below to locate them. If the files are not on the hard drive, they must be loaded from the installation disks.
  • Page 66 4. Click the down arrow next to the “Look in” text box and select My Computer from the list that appears. Click Search Now. 6a. Windows Me: When the search is complete, note the directory path that appears most often in the “In Folder” column. For example: C:\WINDOWS \OPTIONS\INSTALL 6b.
  • Page 67 Actiontec DSL Modem User Manual Windows XP 1. From the desktop, click Start. 2. Select Search, then For Files and Folders. 3. The “Search Results” window appears. In the panel at left titled “What do you want to search for?”, click All files and folders. 4.

  • Page 68: B Static Ip Address On The Computer

    Static IP Address on the Computer To communicate with the Gateway from a computer on the network (to use the Web Configuration Utility, for example), the user may have to switch the address settings from DHCP Gateway are on the same subnet. To set up static on a computer, select the operating system and follow the instructions.
  • Page 69 Actiontec DSL User Manual 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network. 5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components...
  • Page 70 Appendix b Static IP on the Computer are installed” list box, locate and double-click 6. The “ Properties” window appears. Select TCP/IP 7. In the Address tab, make sure the circle next to “Specify an selected. When active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone.

  • Page 71: Windows Me

    Actiontec DSL User Manual 255.255.255.0 Press the space bar on the keyboard to add the periods between the numbers. 10. Click . The Properties window disappears. TCP/IP 11. In the Network window, click . The Network window disappears. 12. The “System Settings Change” window appears, asking whether the computer should be restarted.
  • Page 72 Appendix b Static IP on the Computer 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
  • Page 73 5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components are installed” list box, locate and double-click 6. The “ Properties” window appears. Click TCP/IP 7. In the Address tab, make sure the circle next to “Specify an selected. When active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone.

  • Page 74: Windows 2000

    Appendix b Static IP on the Computer 9. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Do not include the periods; they are automatically entered. 10. Click . The TCP/IP 11. If there is a check in the box next to “Detect connection to network media,” click on it to uncheck the box.
  • Page 75 Actiontec DSL User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Dial- up Connections.
  • Page 76 Appendix b Static IP on the Computer 5. In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection. A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If there is more than one Local Area Connection listed, locate the one that cor- responds to the network card installed in the computer by finding the name of the network card in the “Device Name”...
  • Page 77 7. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Click General. 8. In the “Components checked are used by this connection” list box, double- click Internet Protocol ( 9. The “Internet Protocol ( 10. In the General tab, make sure the circle next to “Obtain an matically”...

  • Page 78: Windows Xp

    Appendix b Static IP on the Computer 12. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Press the space bar on the keyboard to add the periods between the numbers. 13. Click . The “Internet Protocol ( 14 In the “Local Area Connection Properties”...
  • Page 79 3. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network Connections. 4. In the “Network Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection. A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If more than one Local Area Connection is listed, locate the one that corresponds to the network card installed in your computer by finding the name of the network card in the “Device Name”...
  • Page 80 Appendix b Static IP on the Computer 5. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select General. 6. In the “This connection uses the following items” list box, double-click Internet Protocol ( 7. The “Internet Protocol ( 8. In the General tab, make sure the circle next to “Use the following is selected.
  • Page 81 9. Enter the following address in the “ 192.168.0.2 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 10. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 11.

  • Page 82: C Computer Security

    Computer Security The Internet is a giant network of computers located all over the world. When a computer is connected to the Internet, it can exchange information with any other computer on the Internet. This allows a computer user to send e-mail, surf the World Wide Web, download files, and buy products and services online, but it also makes the computer vulnerable to attack from persons intent on doing malicious mischief, or worse.

  • Page 83: Modem Security

    Actiontec DSL Modem User Manual Modem Security If connecting to the through Point-to-Point Protocol ( the Modem with an administrative password. If a password is not set, someone on the Internet can access the Modem and change its configuration or steal your login name and password.

  • Page 84: Electronic Security

    Appendix c Computer Security Network Applications Network applications (such as software programs) that allow remote access to the computer also make the computer vulnerable to access by other people on the Internet. If using a network application that allows remote access, consider install- ing a firewall.
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  • Page 86: D Specifications

    Specifications General Model Number 04 (54 Mbps Wireless WG - QW Standards 802.3 (10BaseT) IEEE 802.3u (100BaseTX) IEEE G.dmt G.lite t1.413 1483, 2364, 2516 Protocol LAN - CSMA WAN - , Static DHCP Full-rate Interface ADSL 4 10/100 -45 switched ports port Speed LAN Ethernet: 10/100Mbps auto-sensing...

  • Page 87: Wireless Operating Range

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Wireless Operating Range Indoors Up to 91M (300 ft.) @ 54 Mbps Outdoors Up to 457M (1500 ft.) @ 54Mbps Topology Star (Ethernet) LED Indicators Power, , Internet, Ethernet, Environmental Power External, 12V DC, 600mA Certifications Class B, Class C (part 15, 68),...

  • Page 88: E Glossary

    Glossary Access Point A device that allows wireless clients to connect to one another. An access point can also act as a bridge between wireless clients and a “wired” network, such as an Ethernet network. Wireless clients can be moved anywhere within the cover- age area of the access point and remain connected to the network.

  • Page 89: Ethernet Network

    Actiontec DSL Modem User Manual Ethernet Network A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs. Firewall A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damag- ing files or computers on the network. Gateway A central device that manages the data traffic of your network, as well as data traffic to and from the Internet.
  • Page 90 PPPoE (Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet)/ PPPoA (Point-To-Point Protocol over ATM) Methods of secure data transmission. Router A central device that manages the data traffic of your network. Subnet Mask A set of four numbers configured like an numbers used only within a particular network. SSID See “...
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  • Page 92: F Firewall Security Level Services

    Firewall Security Level Services This appendix concerns the Firewall options (High, Medium, and Low) section in the “Configuring Advanced Settings” chapter (see page 43). If one of the firewall security levels is chosen in the “Firewall Security Level” screen, a table featuring a list of Internet services and their respective ports appears, along with two configu- rable columns: “In”...
  • Page 93 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual Medium Security Level Low Security Level...

  • Page 94: Service Acronym Definitions

    Appendix f Firewall Security Level Services (Network Address Translation) security is active. is selected, only NAT Service Acronym Definitions http HyperText Transfer Protocol. This protocol delivers information over the Internet, and is used when a computer connects to a Web site via an Internet browser.
  • Page 95 Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual real audio/video A protocol used to transfer Real Audio or Real Video files. icmp Internet Control Message Protocol. Allows error messages, text packages, and informational messages to be transferred over the Internet. H.323 A standard protocol for sending audio and video over the Internet. T.120 A standard protocol for multimedia teleconferencing over the Internet.

  • Page 96: Notices

    Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion.

  • Page 97: Miscellaneous Legal Notices

    Actiontec DSL Gateway User Manual This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unwanted operation ...

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