Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Technical Support 2 Using Qwest DSL Connecting to the Internet Disconnecting from the Internet 3 Performing a Quick Setup Quick Setup Connection Status Box Changing the User Name and Password 4 Setting up Static IP Addresses Configuring for a Single Static IP Address Configuring for a Block of Static IP Addresses...
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 7 Using the Modem’s Utilities Reboot Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware Web Activity Log 8 Troubleshooting A Reference Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files B Setting up Static IP on a Computer Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000...
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec is the simplest way to connect computers to a high-speed broadband connection. 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 sure to be one of the keys to your success.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition ( (Me), Windows ☞ Note: USB LAN 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 This section contains a quick description of the Modem’s lights, ports, etc.
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Power Light The Power light displays the Modem’s current status. If the Power light glows steadily green, the Modem is receiving power and fully operational. When it is rapidly flashing, the Modem is initializing. If the Power light is not illuminated or glows solid red or amber when the power cord is plugged in, the Modem has suffered a critical error and technical support should be contacted.
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Rear Panel The rear panel of the Modem contains four ports (Phone, Power), as well as a Power switch and Reset button. Phone Port The Phone port is used to connect a the Modem. USB Port port is used to connect a computer to the Modem via Ethernet Port...
Power Port The Power port is used to connect the power cord to the Modem. Warning: Do not unplug the power cord from the Modem dur- ing the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent damage to the Modem. Technical Support Self Help To obtain answers to...
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Advanced Feature Support Qwest technical support provides the following advanced feature support for the Actiontec Gateway. Contact Qwest at 1-800-247-7285 for configuration assistance. Enabling Website Blocking Enabling Pass-Through Enabling/Disabling Firewall configuration Changing the LAN IP Enabling Services Blocking Enabling/Disabling feature...
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Other fee-based feature support includes: Port Forwarding (Static Static Routing Address Cloning Hosting Routes (Dynamic Routing) This support service does not include an on-site field technician. To purchase Actiontec wireless cards and peripherals, visit the Actiontec Web site at www.actiontecstore.com/qwest Chapter 1 Introduction...
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Using Qwest DSL Qwest operates over home or business phone lines equipped with Qwest service. For this reason, the Qwest accessed while away from the home or business. To connect while traveling, ask the about a dial-up account. Most Qwest free, while others charge a minimal fee.
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Performing a Quick Setup This chapter is a guide through a quick and basic setup of the Modem, and includes instructions on how to connect the Modem to the Modem’s user name and password. To complete a quick setup, the user will need information provided by the information is sometimes contained in a welcome letter or document is not available, contact the Quick Setup...
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. The “Welcome to the Quick Setup” screen appears. Follow the on-screen instructions, then click Next. 4. In the next screen, select whether clicking the “Yes” or “No” radio button, then click Next. (Microsoft Network) is being used by...
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Chapter 3 Performing a Quick Setup 5. In the next screen, select the type of connection provided by the ing in the radio button next to “ tion, check the information provided by the 6. Enter the user name and password provided by the boxes, then click in the radio button next to “Dynamic Click Apply ☞...
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 7. Make sure the Internet light on the front of the Modem glows solid green. This may take a few moments. 8. When the solid green light appears, click Apply in the Basic Setup screen. The “...
Chapter 3 Performing a Quick Setup Changing the User Name and Password To change the user name and password (needed to access the Modem’s 1. Open the Web browser. In the “Address” text box type: then press Enter on the keyboard. 2.
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Setting up Static IP Addresses This chapter details how to set up the Modem 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 Modem to use a single static ☞...
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. The “Advanced Setup” tab appears. Select WAN IP Address from the menu on the left side of the screen. 4. A “Warning” screen appears. Read the on-screen information, then click Yes.
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Chapter 4 Setting up Static IP Addresses 5. The “ Address” screen appears. Scroll down to step 3, “Select the WAN IP type,” and click in the circle next to “Single Static 6. Enter the address obtained from the ” text box. ☞...
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 9. The Modem saves the settings and returns to the Home screen. Select Quick Setup from the row of tabs at the top of the screen to generate the “Quick Setup” tab. 10. Select Admin User Name & Password from the menu on the left side. 11.
Chapter 4 Setting up Static IP Addresses Configuring for a Block of Static IP Addresses To set up a the Modem to use a block of static ☞ Note: To complete this procedure, the Internet Service Provider ) worksheet or welcome letter must be available to consult. If no worksheet has been provided, contact the 1.
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. The “Advanced Setup” tab appears. Select WAN IP Address from the menu on the left side of the screen. 4. A “Warning” screen appears. Read the on-screen information, then click Yes.
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Chapter 4 Setting up Static IP Addresses 5. The “ Address” screen appears. Scroll down to “Select the WAN IP on the circle next to “Block of Static 6. Enter the Gateway and Subnet Mask addresses obtained from the sheet in the appropriate text boxes. 7a.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 9. The Modem saves the settings and returns to the Home screen. Select Quick Setup from the row of tabs to generate the “Quick Setup” tab. 10. Select Admin User Name & Password from the menu on the left side. 11.
Monitoring the Modem’s Status After configuring the Modem, settings can be viewed by selecting the “Status” tab in the Home screen. Most of these settings are not modifiable from these screens. The Status options include General Status, IP Traffic QoS Status, LAN Status, NAT Table, Routing Table, WAN Status, and Active User List.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual IP Traffic QoS Status Selecting IP Traffic QoS Status from the Status tab generates the “ Traffic Status” screen, which displays various aspects of the QoS settings and rates of the Modem. Use in conjunction with the Modem’s settings (see page 38).
Chapter 5 Monitoring the Modem’s Status NAT Table Selecting NAT Table from the Status tab generates the “ Table” screen. This screen displays details concerning the Modem’s (Network Address Translation) settings. Routing Table Selecting Routing Table from the Status tab generates the “Routing Table” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Modem’s routes.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual WAN Status Status from the Status tab generates the “ Selecting Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Modem’s (wide area network) connection.
Chapter 5 Monitoring the Modem’s Status Active User List Selecting Active User List from the Status tab generates the “Active User List” screen. This screen displays a list of the users currently connected to the Modem accessing the Internet with security activated.
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Configuring Advanced Settings This chapter contains information concerning the advanced configuration options (Advanced Setup) of the Modem, such as wireless settings, remote management, and Web site blocking. Accessing Advanced Setup To access the Advanced Setup screens, follow these instructions: 1. Open the Web browser. In the address bar enter: then press Enter on the keyboard.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. The “Advanced Setup” tap appears. From here, select a configuration option from the menu on the left side of the screen. Services Blocking Selecting Services Blocking in the Advanced Setup tab generates the “Services Blocking”...
Chapter 6 Configuring Advanced Settings Website Blocking Selecting Website Blocking in the Advanced Setup tab generates the “Website Blocking” screen. This feature enables the Modem to block Web sites to all com- puters on the network. To block a Web site, enter the address of the Web site in the “Website”...
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual DHCP Settings Settings in the Advanced Setup tab generates the “ Selecting Settings” DHCP DHCP screen. The Modem has a built-in (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) DHCP server that automatically assigns a different address to each computer on the network, eliminating address conflicts.
Chapter 6 Configuring Advanced Settings 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). The beginning and ending Modem. If the default values are left intact, the Modem supplies a unique IP address between 192.168.0.2 and 192.168.0.254 to each computer on the net- work.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual The “ Address” screen appears. LAN IP The values in the “ LAN IP and subnet mask address of the Modem as seen on the network. These values can be modified for your factory settings ( address - 192.168.0.1;...
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Chapter 6 Configuring Advanced Settings The “ Address” screen appears. WAN IP Address allows manual set up of the WAN IP five ways to do this: PPPoA, PPPoE, RFC 1483 Transparent Bridging, RFC 1483 , and RFC 1483 via Static DHCP ☞...
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual PPPoA/PPPoE Select one of these options to allow the Modem to use the Point-to-Point over ) or Point-to-Point over Ethernet ( PPPoA If a user name and password were entered during Basic Setup, they should be dis- played in the “...
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Chapter 6 Configuring Advanced Settings RFC 1483 via Static IP Select this option if the address, which causes the the Modem, as opposed to the to terminate at the computer. This allows the use of the router capabilities for the Local Area Network ( addresses provided by the ☞...
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual IP QoS Settings Upstream Selecting IP QoS Settings Upstream from the “Advanced Setup” generates the “ Upstream Settings” screen. (Quality of Service) allows the prioritization of certain types of data traf- fic (such as traffic) over other types of traffic (such as standard data).
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Chapter 6 Configuring Advanced Settings Total Available Bandwidth Displays the total amount of available bandwidth (in kilobits per second). High Priority Bandwidth Enter the amount of high priority bandwidth to be used by the prioritized traffic type (cannot exceed total available bandwidth). Priority Always set to “High”...
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual IP QoS Settings Downstream Selecting IP QoS Settings Downstream from the “Advanced Setup” tab generates the “ Downstream Settings” screen. IP Q The “ Downstream Settings” screen is identical to the “ Upstream IP QoS IP QoS Settings”...
Chapter 6 Configuring Advanced Settings Remote Management/Telnet Selecting Remote Management in the Advanced Setup tab generates the “Remote Management/Telnet” screen. Remote Management allows access to the Modem through the Internet via another computer. Actiontec recommends leaving the Remote Management and Remote Telnet Off (the factory default setting). To access the Modem from the Internet, activate Remote Management by enter- ing the Admin User Name and Password in the appropriate text boxes, selecting On next to “Remote Management,”...
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Dynamic Routing (RIP) Selecting Dynamic Routing (RIP) in the Advanced Setup tab generates the “Dynamic Routing ( )” screen. If a gateway is set up behind the Modem in the network configuration, consult the documentation that came with the gateway to see what kind of dynamic routing is required, then select the needed option.
Chapter 6 Configuring Advanced Settings Admin User Name and Password Selecting Admin User Name and Password in the Advanced Setup tab generates the “Admin User Name and Password” screen. To change the Modem’s user name and password, enter a new user name (option- al) in the “Admin User Name”...
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Advanced Port Forwarding Selecting Advanced Port Forwarding in the Advanced Setup tab generates the “Advanced Port Forwarding” screen. Port forwarding allows certain programs to bypass the Modem’s built-in firewall, allowing access to parts of the network (for hosting a Web or ftp server, for example).
Chapter 6 Configuring Advanced Settings Applications Selecting Applications in the Advanced Setup tab generates the “Applications” screen. To use, select the host name of a computer on the network from the “ Device” drop-down list (click the down arrow), then click Add. Next, select a “Category”...
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual DMZ Hosting Hosting in the Advanced Setup tab generates the “ Selecting screen. To use hosting, enter the to be used as a host in the “ hosting is used to support online gaming and Internet conferencing services. These programs usually require multiple open ports, making the network acces- sible from the Internet.
Chapter 6 Configuring Advanced Settings NAT (Network Address Translation) Selecting NAT in the Advanced Setup tab generates the “ ” screen. The Modem’s basic firewall security is based on . Disabling allows the computers con- nected to the Modem to be accessed by outside parties. Do not turn off unless instructed to do so by the...
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Using the Modem’s Utilities The Modem’s Graphical User Interface includes a collection of utilities to keep the Modem operating successfully, including Reboot, Restore Default Settings, Upgrade Firmware, and Web Activity Log. To access the Modem’s Utilities: 1. Open the Web browser. In the “Address” text box type: then press Enter on the keyboard.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. The “Utilities” tab appears. From this screen, select a Utilities option by clicking on its link. Reboot Selecting Reboot from the Utilities tab generates the “Reboot” screen. To reboot the Modem, click Reboot.
Chapter 7 Using the Modem’s Utilities Restore Default Settings To restore the Modem to its factory default settings, select Restore Default Settings from the Utilities tab. When the “Restore Default Settings” screen appears, click Restore Default Settings. Any changes made to the Modem’s settings will be lost and the factory default settings restored.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Web Activity Log The Web Activity Log provides information about the Web sites each computer on the Modem’s network has visited. To access the “Web Activity Log” screen, select Web Activity Log from the Utilities tab. Auto Refresh To set the Web Activity Log to automatically refresh at certain intervals, click the radio button next to “Auto Refresh Every”...
Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Modem, and techniques to try and overcome the problem. Note that these tech- niques may not solve the problem. LAN Connection Failure Ensure the Modem is properly installed, the correctly, and the power is on.
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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).
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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 Modem is on and connected properly. Verify the Modem’s settings are the same as the computer by clicking Status in the Modem ’s Home screen.
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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.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet 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.
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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.
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet 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.
Setting up Static IP on a Computer To communicate with the Modem from a computer on the network (to use the Modem’s , for example), the user may have to switch the from -enabled to static DHCP same subnet. To set up static on a computer, select the operating system and follow the instructions.
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
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Appendix B Setting up Static IP on a Computer 5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components are installed” list box, locate and double-click TCP/IP. 6. The “ Properties” window appears. Select IP Address. TCP/IP 7. In the “ Address”...
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 9. 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. 10. Click OK. The Properties window disappears. TCP/IP 11.
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Appendix B Setting up Static IP on a Computer 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components are installed” list box, locate and double-click TCP/IP. 6. The “ Properties” window appears. Click IP Address. TCP/IP 7. In the “ Address” tab, make sure the radio button next to “Specify an Address”...
Appendix B Setting up Static IP on a 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 OK. 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.
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Dial- up Connections.
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Appendix B Setting up Static IP on a 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”...
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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 (TCP/IP). 9. The “Internet Protocol ( 10. In the General tab, make sure the radio button next to “Obtain an automatically”...
Appendix B Setting up Static IP on a 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 OK. The “Internet Protocol ( 14 In the “Local Area Connection Properties”...
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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”...
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Appendix B Setting up Static IP on a 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 radio button next to “Use the following Address”...
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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.
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.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet 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.
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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Specifications General Model Number /Ethernet 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 10/100 -45 switched port port Speed LAN Ethernet: 10/100Mbps auto-sensing Cabling Type Ethernet 10BaseT: Ethernet100BaseTX:...
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual LED Indicators Power, , Internet, Ethernet, Environmental Power External, 12V DC, 600mA Certifications Class B, Class C (part 15, 68), Operating Temperature 0º C to 40º C (32ºF to 104ºF) Storage Temperature -20ºC to 70ºC (-4ºF to 158ºF) Operating Humidity 10% to 85% non-condensing Storage Humidity...
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.
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet 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.
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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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Firewall Security Levels The following information is related to the Firewall section of the “Configuring Advanced Settings” chapter (see page 48). The Firewall options include Off, Low, Medium, High, and Custom. Off (No Firewall Security) To turn firewall security off on the Modem, click in the “Off” radio button in the Firewall screen.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Low Security Level Apply the lowest firewall security setting by selecting “Low” in the Firewall screen. Services and their respective ports are open if a check appears in the appropriate check box, or closed if no check appears. If the service and/or port does not appear in the screen, it is open.
Appendix F Firewall Security Levels Medium Security Level Apply a medium firewall security setting by selecting “Medium” in the Firewall screen. Services and their respective ports are open if a check appears in the appro- priate check box, or closed if no check appears. If the service and/or port does not appear in the screen, it is open.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual High Security Level Apply the highest firewall security setting by selecting “High” in the Firewall screen. Services and their respective ports are open if a check appears in the appropriate check box, or closed if no check appears. If the service and/or port does not appear in the screen, it is open.
Appendix F Firewall Security Levels Custom Security Level Apply a customized firewall security setting by selecting “Custom” in the Firewall screen, which lists all services and ports available on the Modem. Services and their respective ports are open if a check appears in the appropriate check box, or closed if no check appears.
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Setting up a Non-Windows System The Modem supports both the Classic Macintosh operating systems (9.2.1 and 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.
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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 “ ” window, select Ethernet from the “Connect via” drop-down TCP/IP list.
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Appendix G Setting up a Non-Windows System OS X 1. From the Apple Menu, select System Preferences. 2. When the “System Preferences” window appears, click Network.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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.
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Appendix G Setting up a Non-Windows System 2. The Home screen appears, set to the “Status” tab. Select Quick Setup from the row of tabs at the top. ☞ Note: If the Home screen does not appear, make sure the Ethernet cable is properly connected to the Modem.
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 5. In the next screen, select the type of connection provided by the ing in the radio button next to “ tion, check the information provided by the 6. If applicable, enter the user name and password provided by the appropriate text boxes, then click in the radio button next to either “Dynamic ”...
Additional Technical Support Options This appendix contains information about additional technical support options. Self Help To obtain more answers to Qwest DSL Actiontec support page at: http://www.qwest.com/dsl/customerservice/actiontecgt701-wg.html A Help page is also available via the Modem’s Graphical User Interface. To access it, enter in the “Address”...
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Advanced Feature Support Qwest Technical Support (1-800-247-7285) provides configuration assistance sup- port for the following advanced features: Website Blocking Passthrough (Network Address Translation) Firewall Address LAN IP These features are supported with the Modem only. Implementing the above fea- tures within your network ( Upgrade Support Upgrade installation support is available from Actiontec free of charge if the...
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Appendix H Additional Technical Support Options This service also provides support (at $29.95 per incident) for the following advanced features: Port Forwarding (Static Static Routing Address Cloning This service does not include on-site field technician support. To purchase Actiontec wireless adapters and peripherals, go to: www.actiontecstore.com/qwest Hosting Routes...
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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.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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 ☞...
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’...
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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.
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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...
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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.