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ActionTec GT701WRU User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router Model #: GT701WRU User Manual ™ 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 Router 2 Setting Up the Router Connecting the Router to a Computer and Cable Modem Connecting the Router to a Computer and Set Top Box 3 Performing a Basic Setup Basic Setup Changing the User Name and Password...
  • Page 3 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 6 Using Utilities Web Activity Log Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware 7 Setting Up a Network Ethernet Wireless 8 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions A Reference Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Windows 98 SE Windows Me...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents G Non-Windows System Setup Classic OS X Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Modifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices Limited Warranty...
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  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec Router is the simplest way to connect computers to a high-speed broadband con- nection using a Ethern et c perfect for the home office or small business. If you want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec the keys to your success.

  • Page 7: Minimum System Requirements

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Minimum System Requirements Active service with Ethern Computer with a Microsoft Windows , or ; Mac 2000 OS 7.1 Internet Explorer or higher ( recommended) network protocol installed on each computer TCP/IP Features Plug-and-Play installation support for systems with Windows operating systems (...

  • Page 8: Getting To Know The Router

    firmware upgradeable Web download support 802.11b/g support Getting to Know the Router This section contains a quick description of the Router’s lights, ports, etc. The Router contains several indicator lights ( of ports on its rear panel. Front Panel The front panel of the Router features six lights: Power, WAN, Internet, Ethernet, USB, and Wireless.
  • Page 9 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual WAN Light When the WAN light glows steadily, the Router is connected to the cable modem or set top box. Internet Light When the Internet light glows green, the Router is connected to the Internet through the .

  • Page 10: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Rear Panel The rear panel of the Router contains four ports (Ethernet, USB, Cable/ Power), as well as a Reset switch. Ethernet Cable (from Ethernet port to computer) Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is used to connect a computer to the Router via Ethernet cable.
  • Page 11 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Reset Switch Depressing the Reset switch for one or two seconds will power cycle the Router (similar to unplugging and then plugging in the Router’s Power cord). To restore the Router’s factory default settings, depress and hold the Reset switch for approximately 15 seconds.

  • Page 12: Setting Up The Router

    Setting Up the Router The instructions that follow parallel the steps contained in the Actiontec Installation ® Buddy , which provides a visual guide to setting up the Router. It is recommended the user run the Installation Buddy first, before attempting any other procedures. To set up the Router, it must be connected to a computer and a cable modem or set top box, and then configured.
  • Page 13 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 2. Read the instructions, select First Computer by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click Next. 3. If AOL was selected in step 1, enter the user name and password provided by America Online in the appropriate text boxes, then click Next.
  • Page 14 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 4. Select by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click Next. Cable Modem 5. Select the type of connection used between the Router and computer, then click Next.
  • Page 15 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 6. If Wired was selected in step 5, select the type of wired connection between the Router to the computer, then click Next. If Wireless was selected in step 5, read the on-screen information, then click Next.
  • Page 16 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 7. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next. 8. Get the black Power cord from the kit, then click Next.
  • Page 17 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 9. Plug the smaller end of the black Power cord into the black Power port on the back of the Router, then click Next. 10. Plug the larger end of the of black Power cord into a power socket, turn the power switch ON, then click Next.
  • Page 18 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 11. Make sure the Power light on the front of the Router glows solid green. Click Next. 12. Read the on-screen information, then turn off the cable modem. Click Next.
  • Page 19 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 13. If Ethernet was selected in step 6, get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit. Click Next. If USB was selected in step 6, get the purple USB cable from the kit. Click Next.
  • Page 20 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 14. If connecting via Ethernet or wirelessly, find the Ethernet cable currently connected to the cable modem. Click Next. , find the USB cable currently connected to the cable If connecting via modem. Click Next.
  • Page 21 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 15. If connecting via Ethernet or wirelessly, unplug the Ethernet cable located in step 14 from the back of the computer. If the cable modem was connected via a cable adapter, unplug the Ethernet cable from both the modem and the adapter.
  • Page 22 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 16. Turn on the cable modem, then click Next. 17. If connecting via Ethernet, plug the yellow Ethernet cable into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Router, then click Next.
  • Page 23 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual If connecting via USB port on the back of the Router, then click Next. If connecting wirelessly, skip this step and go to step 22. 18. If connecting via Ethernet, plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of the computer.
  • Page 24 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router If connecting via , plug the flat, rectangular end of the purple USB cable into a USB port on the front or back of the computer. Click Next. 19. If connecting via Ethernet, make sure the Power, Ethernet, and Wireless lights glow solid green.
  • Page 25 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual If connecting via , make sure the Power, USB, and Wireless lights glow solid green. This may take a few moments. Click Next. 20. Find the loose end of the Ethernet cable connected to the cable modem and plug it into the red Cable/DSL port on the back of the Router, then click Next.
  • Page 26 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 21. If connecting via Ethernet port on the cable modem, then click Next. If connecting via Ethernet, skip this step and go to step 22. 22. The Router is configured. , plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the...
  • Page 27 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 22. When the configuration process finishes successfully, a congratulations screen appears. The Router is successfully configured and ready for use. To make changes to the Router’s Advanced Configuration settings, see Chapter “Using Advanced Setup,” on page To create a network by connecting more computers to the Router, see Chapter “Setting Up a Network,”...

  • Page 28: Connecting The Router To A Computer And Set Top Box

    Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router Connecting the Router to a Computer and Set Top Box This section describes the installation procedure to connect the Router to a com- puter and set top box. If connecting the Router to a computer and cable modem, see page 1.
  • Page 29 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. If AOL was selected in step 1, enter the user name and password provided by America Online in the appropriate text boxes, then click Next. If NTL was selected in step 1, skip this step and go to step 4. 4.
  • Page 30 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 5. Select the type of connection used between the Router and computer, then click Next. 6. If Wired was selected in step 5, select Ethernet, then click Next.
  • Page 31 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual If Wireless was selected in step 5, read the on-screen information, then click Next. 7. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
  • Page 32 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 8. Get the black Power cord from the kit, then click Next. 9. Plug the smaller end of the black Power cord into the black Power port on the back of the Router, then click Next.
  • Page 33 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 10. Plug the larger end of the of black Power cord into a power socket, turn the power switch ON, then click Next. 11. Make sure the Power light on the front of the Router glows solid green. Click Next.
  • Page 34 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 12. Read the on-screen information, then click Next. 13. If connecting via Ethernet, get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit. Click Next. If connecting wirelessly, skip this step and go to step 14.
  • Page 35 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 14. Find the Ethernet cable currently connected to the set top box. Click Next. 15. Unplug the Ethernet cable located in step 14 from the back of the computer. If the set top box was connected via a from both the set top box and the adapter.
  • Page 36 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 16. If connecting via Ethernet, plug the yellow Ethernet cable into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Router, then click Next. If connecting wirelessly, skip this step and go to step 21. 17.
  • Page 37 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 18. Make sure the Power, Ethernet, and Wireless lights glow solid green. This may take a few moments. Click Next. 19. Find the loose end of the Ethernet cable connected to the set top box and plug it into the red Cable/DSL port on the back of the Router, then click Next.
  • Page 38 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 20. Select the network adapter installed in the computer from the drop-down list. If the network adapter is not listed, enter the adapter’s MAC (Media Access Control) address in the appropriate text boxes. Click Next.. 21.
  • Page 39 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 22. When the configuration process finishes successfully, a congratulations screen appears. The Router is successfully configured and ready for use. To make changes to the Router’s Advanced Configuration settings, see Chapter “Using Advanced Setup,” on page To create a network by connecting more computers to the Router, see Chapter “Setting Up a Network,”...

  • Page 40: Performing A Basic Setup

    Performing a Basic Setup This chapter is a guide through a basic setup of the Router, including how to con- nect the Router to the Internet Service Provider ( and password. To complete a basic setup, the user will need information provided by the information is sometimes provided in a welcome letter or document is not available, contact the Basic Setup...
  • Page 41 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. Follow the instructions in the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, then click Begin Basic Setup. 4. In the next screen, follow the onscreen instructions, then click Next. 5. In the next screen, select the (AOL or NTL), then click Next.
  • Page 42 Chapter 3 Performing a Basic Setup 7. If NTL was selected in step vided by the in the “Cable Broadband Connection - address, enter it in the Static provided a static text boxes blank. Click Next. 8. Click Save and Restart in the “Save and Restart” screen. 9.

  • Page 43: Changing The User Name And Password

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Changing the User Name and Password To create or change the user name and password, allowing access to the Router’s Web Configuration screens, follow these instructions: 1. From the Setup/Configuration screen, select Change Admin Password from the menu on the left side.

  • Page 44: Using Advanced Setup

    Using Advanced Setup This chapter contains information concerning accessing and using the advanced features of the Router, such as wireless settings, remote management, Web site blocking, and dynamic routing. Accessing Advanced Setup To access the Advanced Settings screens: 1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box type: then press Enter on the keyboard.
  • Page 45 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 4. In the next screen, read the recommendations. To access the advanced settings of the Router, 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.

  • Page 46: Wan Ip Address

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup WAN IP Address Address in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen gen- Selecting WAN IP erates the “ Address” screen. WAN IP address of the Router. There are three ways to do this: Obtain an through , Obtain an IP Address through Address.
  • Page 47 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual If a User Name, Password and/or Static or during Basic Setup, it should be displayed in the “Broadband Connection via ” screen. If not, enter the information now. If the information is unavailable, PPPoE contact the Dialout on-demand/Idle timeout...
  • Page 48 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Specify a Static IP Address Select this option if the service is configured to use Bridged or Routed RFC 1483 Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Router using a Static Address. Enter the Address provided by the in the “Broadband Connection via Static Address”...

  • Page 49: Wireless Settings

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Wireless Settings Selecting Wireless Settings in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Wireless Settings” screen. Wireless To activate the wireless radio, click in the circle next to On. To turn off the wireless radio, click in the circle next to Off.
  • Page 50 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Security There are four wireless security options: Off, ter three options are different types of wireless security. Selecting Off disables wireless security. Selecting this option allows any computer with wireless capability and the correct Selecting the security option “ screen generates the “...
  • Page 51 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 128-bit -bit WEP - 128 pairs. A hexadecimal digit consists of alphanumeric characters ranging from . An example of a -bit . To create a -bit then enter hexadecimal digit pairs in the Key text box. After activating on the Router, a computer with wireless capability can join the network only if this key is entered in the computer’s wireless encryption scheme.

  • Page 52: Wireless Mac Authentication

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Activating WPA ( i-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 53: Wireless Advanced Settings

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual This feature allows the user to control access to the wireless network by deny- ing or allowing wireless client(s) to join the network based on their address. After changing settings, click Next or Back to continue, or Save and Restart to make all changes permanent.

  • Page 54: Lan Ip Address

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup LAN IP Address Selecting LAN IP Address in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen gen- erates the “ Address” screen. LAN IP The values in the “LAN IP and Subnet mask of the Router as seen on the network. These values can be modi- fied for your network, but Actiontec recommends keeping the default factory settings (...

  • Page 55: Dhcp Server Configuration

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Actiontec strongly recommends leaving the Server option is Off, ensure the the same subnet as the Server Configuration.” DHCP Server Configuration Clicking Next in the “ DHCP the “ Server Configuration” screen. Change DHCP information here.

  • Page 56: Services Blocking

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup DNS (Dynamic or Static) These options designate the type of provided server information, select the type here. If not, leave as is. DNS Server 1 “ Server 1” is the primary server information, enter it here. If not, leave the text box intact. DNS Server 2 “...

  • Page 57: Website Blocking

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Netmeeting If a computer on the network uses Netmeeting, enable Netmeeting, by clicking the circle next to “On” and entering the IP address of the computer. Click Next, then click Save and Restart to apply the settings. If Netmeeting is not needed, click the circle next to “Off.”...

  • Page 58: Remote Management

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Remote Management Selecting Remote Management in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Remote Management” screen. Remote Management allows access to the Router through the Internet via another computer. Actiontec recommends leaving the Remote Management Off (the factory default setting). To access the Router from the Internet, activate Remote Management by selecting On and writing down the page...

  • Page 59: Port Forwarding

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Port Forwarding Selecting Port Forwarding in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Port Forwarding” screen. Port forwarding allows certain programs to bypass the Router’s built-in firewall, allowing access to parts of the network (for hosting a Web or port range in the “...

  • Page 60: Dmz Hosting

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup In this screen, the user can allow only certain ports. Enter the port range of the forwarded ports in the “Remote Range” text boxes, enter the Address” text box, then click “Add.” The active forwarded ports will appear in the “List of Forwarded Ports”...

  • Page 61: Firewall

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Firewall Selecting Firewall in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “ ” screen. Select the level of security needed for the network. Firewall Security Level See Appendix F on page for details concerning each level of security.

  • Page 62: Static Routing

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Static Routing Selecting Static Routing in the “Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Static Routing” screen. Enter the addresses in their respective text boxes, then click Add. The address will appear in the “Static Routing Table.” To remove an address, high- light it by clicking on it in the Static Routing Table, then click Remove.

  • Page 63: Mac Address Cloning

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual MAC Address Cloning Selecting in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen MAC Address Cloning generates the “ ” screen. A (Media Access Control) MAC Address Cloning address is an identifier unique to every networkable device, including the Router. Some s require a address to validate a computer’s permission to be on...

  • Page 64: Viewing The Router's Settings

    Viewing the Router’s Settings After configuring the Router, settings can be viewed by selecting Status in the Main Menu. In the left hand column, there are other Status options available: Routing Table, WAN Status, LAN Status, and Active User List. No settings (other than connecting or disconnecting from the Internet) can be changed from the Current Status screen.
  • Page 65 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual WAN - Connection Displays the state of the connection to the service (Connected or Disconnected). WAN - Mode Displays the type of connection used to communicate with the WAN - IP Address Displays the Address the assigned to the Router.

  • Page 66: Routing Table

    Chapter 5 Viewing the Router’s Settings Routing Table Selecting Routing Table generates the “Routing Table” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Router’s routes. WAN Status Selecting Status in the Current Status screen generates the “ Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Router’s (Wide Area Network) connection.

  • Page 67: Lan Status

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual LAN Status Status generates the “ Selecting Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Router’s (Local Area Network) port connections. Active User List Selecting Active User List generates the “Active User List” screen. This screen dis- plays a list of the users currently connected to the Router accessing the Internet with Network Address Translation ( ) security activated.

  • Page 68: Using Utilities

    Using Utilities To access the Router’s Web-based Utilities, 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 Router’s factory default settings restored, and the Router’s firmware upgraded. Web Activity Log The Web Activity Log provides information about the Web sites each computer on the Router’s network has visited.

  • Page 69: Restore Default Settings

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router 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 70: Upgrade Firmware

    Chapter 6 Using Utilities Upgrade Firmware Selecting Upgrade Firmware in the “Utilities” screen generates the “Upgrade Firmware” screen. Actiontec periodically posts firmware upgrades to enhance the capabilities and boost the performance of the Router. Follow the on-screen instructions to upgrade the Router’s firmware.
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  • Page 72: Setting Up A Network

    Setting Up a Network Other computers can be connected to the Router to form a network, which allows the computers to transfer files, communicate with each other, and share an Internet connection. The networked computers can be connected to the Router in three ways: Ethernet, Ethernet ☞...
  • Page 73 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 2. Read the instructions, select Addtional Computer by clicking in the appropri- ate circle, then click Next. 3. Select Wired, then click Next.
  • Page 74 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 4. Select Ethernet, then click Next. 5. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
  • Page 75 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 6. Plug one end of the yellow Ethernet cable into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Router, then click Next. 7. Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of the computer, then click Next.
  • Page 76 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 8. Make sure the Power, WAN, Internet, Ethernet, and Wireless lights glow solid green, then click Next. 9. In the next window, the Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Router.

  • Page 77: Usb

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 10. After the Router is configured, a congratulations screen appears. The computer is connected to the Router via Ethernet. ☞ Note: An additional computer can be added to the Router’s network via Router via Ethernet (leaving the Router’s first computer was connected to the Router via computers can be connected to the Router via Ethernet...
  • Page 78 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 2. Read the instructions, select Addtional Computer by clicking in the appropri- ate circle, then click Next. 3. Select Wired, then click Next.
  • Page 79 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 4. Select USB, then click Next. 5. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
  • Page 80 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 6. Plug the square end of the purple USB cable into the USB port on the back of the Router, then click Next. 7. Plug the rectangular end of the purple USB cable into an USB port on the front or back of the computer, then click Next.
  • Page 81 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 8. Make sure the Power, WAN, Internet, USB, and Wireless lights glow solid green, then click Next. 9. The Router is configured.

  • Page 82: Wireless

    Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 10. After the Router is configured, a congratulations screen appears. The computer is connected to the Router via Wireless ☞ Note: Computers wirelessly connected to the Router must have wireless capabilities (via a adapter, built-in wireless adapter, etc.). 1.
  • Page 83 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 2. Read the instructions, select Addtional Computer by clicking in the appropri- ate circle, then click Next. 3. Select Wireless, then click Next.
  • Page 84 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 4. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Finish. 5. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
  • Page 85 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 6. Make sure the Power, WAN, Internet, and Wireless lights glow green, then click Next. 7. The Router is configured.
  • Page 86 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 8. After the Router is configured, a congratulations screen appears. The computer is connected to the Router wirelessly. After performing the procedure outlined in the screen, above, make sure the com- puter and the Router are using the same wireless network name. To wirelessly con- nect more computers to the Router, repeat this procedure..
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  • Page 88: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Router, and techniques to solve them. Note that these techniques may not be suc- cessful in all cases. Also included is a list of frequently asked questions. Troubleshooting Cannot Use the Internet Connecting to an NTL cable modem...

  • Page 89: Frequently Asked Questions

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Using on Network With Another Router/Gateway If setting up the Router on a network with another router or gateway, consult the documentation that came with the other router/gateway to see what kind of dynamic routing is required to operate it with the Router.
  • Page 90 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Is the Router flash-upgradeable? How do I do it? Yes, the firmware is upgradeable. You can find a link to the firmware site under “Utilities” in the Web-based configurator (see page Does the Router function as a DSL modem? No, the Router does not have a modem built-in.
  • Page 91 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Which wireless cards will work with the Router? The Router will connect with any wireless card supporting the g or 802.11 802.11 wireless standards. Can my wireless signal pass through floors, walls, and glass? The physical environment surrounding the Router can have a varying effect on wireless signal strength and quality.
  • Page 92 How do I find out which IP address my computer is using? Windows 95, 98, 98SE, and Me - Select Start, Run, and type Enter. When the “Winipcfg” window appears, ensure your network device is selected. Windows NT, 2000, and XP - Select Start, Run and type command screen is displayed, type I used DHCP to configure my network.
  • Page 93 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual I have an FTP or Web server on my network. How can I make it available to users on the Internet? For a Web server, enable port forwarding for port 8080 to the server and set up the Web server to receive on that port, as well.
  • Page 94 What is the difference between 40-bit and 64-bit encryption? There really is no difference between the two. They are just different terminolo- gies used throughout the industry for the same level of encryption. How do I make a HEX-based WEP key? 64-bit - Generated as alphanumeric characters ( Example:...
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  • Page 96: 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 computers running Windows NT 4.0 2000, 1. From the desktop, right-click on My Computer. 2. Select Properties from the menu that appears. 3.

  • Page 97: Locating Windows Operating System Files

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router 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 98 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 99 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router 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 100: B Setting Up Static Ip On The Computer

    Setting Up Static IP on the Computer To communicate with the Router from a computer on the network (to use the Web Configuration Utility, for example), the user may have to switch the tings from -enabled to static DHCP the same network subnet. To set up static on a computer, select the operating system and follow the instructions.
  • Page 101 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
  • Page 102 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components 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.

  • Page 103: Windows Me

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 9. 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. 10. Click . The TCP/IP 11. In the Network window, click 12.
  • Page 104 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
  • Page 105 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 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.

  • Page 106: Windows 2000

    Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 9. 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. 10. Click . The TCP/IP 11.
  • Page 107 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Dial- up Connections.
  • Page 108 Appendix B Setting Up 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 more than one Local Area Connection is listed, locate the one that corre- sponds to the network card installed in the computer by finding the name of the network card in the Device Name column.
  • Page 109 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 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.

  • Page 110: Windows Xp

    Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 12. 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. 13. Click . The “Internet Protocol ( 14 In the “Local Area Connection Properties”...
  • Page 111 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 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 column.
  • Page 112 Appendix B Setting Up 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 ”...
  • Page 113 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 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.

  • Page 114: 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 harm.

  • Page 115: Router Security

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Router Security If connecting to the through Point-to-Point Protocol ( the Router an administrative password. If a password is not set, someone on the Internet can access the Router and change its configuration or steal your name and password.

  • Page 116: 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 from other people on the Internet. If using a network application that allows remote access, consider install- ing a firewall.
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  • Page 118: D Specifications

    Specifications General Model Number Mbps Wireless Cable Router) GT701WRU-00 Standards BaseT, full duplex capable) IEEE 802.3 BaseTX, auto negotiation) IEEE 802.3 b/g (Wireless) IEEE 802.11 Protocol LAN - CSMA Ethernet port 10/100 RJ-45 switched Ethernet port 10/100 RJ-45 Speed LAN Ethernet -...

  • Page 119: Wireless Operating Range

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Wireless Operating Range Indoors Up to ft.) 91 M Outdoors Up to ft.) 533 M 1750 Topology Star (Ethernet) LED Indicators Power, , Internet, Ethernet, Environmental Power External, 12V DC Certifications Class B, Class C (part Operating Temperature 0 º...

  • Page 120: 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 121: Ethernet Network

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router 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 the network, as well as data traf- fic to and from the Internet.
  • Page 122 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 the 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 124: F Firewall Security Level Services Table

    Firewall Security Level Services Table The following information is related to the Firewall options (High, Medium, and Low) section in the “Advanced Setup” chapter of this manual (see page types of services and their respective ports are listed in the two right-hand col- umns: the “In”...

  • Page 125: Medium Security Level

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Medium Security Level Service http telnet smtp pop3 nntp real audio/video icmp H.323 T.120 imap https secure imap secure pop3 Low Security Level Service http telnet smtp pop3 nntp real audio/video icmp H.323 T.120 imap...

  • Page 126: Basic Security Level

    Basic Security Level (Network Address Translation) only. 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. Domain Name System. A data query system used to translate host names into Internet addresses (i.e., www.somewebsite.com translates to File Transfer Protocol.
  • Page 127 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router 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.

  • Page 128: G Non-Windows System Setup

    Non-Windows System Setup The Router supports both the Classic Macintosh operating systems ( below), as well as OS X ☞ Note: When installing any software, consult the user manual and help files supplied with the software for detailed information. Actiontec provides the following information as a guideline only. Classic To configure the Router, Open Transport computer.
  • Page 129 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 2. When the “ ” window appears, select Edit from menu bar, then select TCP/IP User Mode. 3. When the “User Mode” window appears, select Advanced, then click 4. In the “ ”...
  • Page 130 Appendix G Non-Windows Setup OS X 1. From the Apple Menu, select System Preferences. 2. When the “System Preferences” window appears, click Network.
  • Page 131 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. The Network window appears. Select Built-In Ethernet from the “Show” drop-down list. 4. Select TCP/IP and, from the “Configure” drop-down list, select Using 5. Click Apply Now and close the “System Preferences” application. The settings are configured.

  • Page 132: 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 133: Miscellaneous Legal Notices

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unwanted operation. ☞ Note: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance require- ments, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

  • Page 134: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Hardware: Actiontec Electronics, Inc., warrants to the end user (“Customer”) that this hardware product will be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller. Actiontec Electronics’...
  • Page 135 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT MAY INCLUDE OR BE BUNDLED WITH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, THE USE OF WHICH IS GOVERNED BY A SEPARATE END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO SUCH THIRD- PARTY SOFTWARE.
  • Page 136 Limited Warranty NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT OR MALFUNCTION IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY CUSTOMER’S OR ANY THIRD PERSON’S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPT TO OPEN, REPAIR OR MODIFY THE...
  • Page 137 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A., excluding its conflicts of laws and principles, and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.

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