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ActionTec Wireless DSL Gateway GT701WG User Manual

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54 Mbps
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Model #: GT701WG
Firmware version: 3.0.1.0.5-GT701-WG
IB: 2.12.04.230

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway Model #: GT701WG Firmware version: 3.0.1.0.5-GT701-WG IB: 2.12.04.230 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 Gateway 2 Setting Up the Gateway Connecting a Computer to the Gateway Installing Phone Filters Setting Up the DSL Connection 3 Performing a Basic Setup Basic Setup Changing the Admin User Name and Password 4 Using Advanced Setup...
  • Page 3 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 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 Windows 2000 Windows XP...

  • Page 4: Introduction

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

  • Page 5: Minimum System Requirements

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Minimum System Requirements Active service Computer with a Microsoft Windows (Me), Windows NT 4.0 ☞ Note: USB LAN , Windows NT 4.0 Internet Explorer or higher ( recommended) network protocol installed on each computer TCP/IP Features Plug-and-Play installation support for systems with Windows operating...
  • Page 6 Chapter 1 Introduction relay support authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet PAP/CHAP -, and -bit Compliant with 802.3 Ethernet standard IEEE 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port Flow control support for Fast Ethernet Web-based configuration setup Default configuration backup restore firmware upgradeable Web download support 802.11b/g support wireless security...

  • Page 7: Getting To Know The Gateway

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Getting to Know the Gateway This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s lights, ports, etc. The Gateway contains several indicator lights ( of ports on its rear panel. Front Panel The front panel of the Gateway features six lights: Power, Ethernet, , and Wireless.
  • Page 8 Internet Light When the Internet light glows steadily, the Gateway is connected to the provider. When it flashes, the Gateway’s built-in service. Ethernet Light The Ethernet light illuminates when the Gateway is connected via its Ethernet port. USB Light light illuminates when the Gateway is connected via its Wireless Light The Wireless light illuminates when the Gateway is connected wirelessly.
  • Page 9 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Phone Port The Phone port is used to connect the Gateway to a USB Port port is used to connect a computer to the Gateway via Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is used to connect a computer to the Gateway via Ethernet cable.

  • Page 10: Setting Up The Gateway

    Setting Up the Gateway The instructions that follow parallel the steps contained in the Actiontec Installation ® Buddy , which provides a visual guide to setting up the Gateway. It is recommended the user run the Installation Buddy first, before attempting any other procedures. To set up the Gateway, it must be connected to a computer, and then configured.
  • Page 11 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click Next. 3. If USA was chosen in step 1, select the appropriate letter (as designated by the ISP) from the options in the next window, then click Next.
  • Page 12 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 4. Click in the check box next to Ethernet (Recommended), then click Next. 5. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer are included in the kit, then click Next.
  • Page 13 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 6. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next. 7. Get the Power cord from the Black Bag and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Gateway, then click Next.
  • Page 14 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 8. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then click Next. 9. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green, then click Next.
  • Page 15 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 10. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next. 11. Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of the computer.
  • Page 16 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 12. Make sure the Ethernet light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next. 13. Get the green DSL cable from the Black Bag and plug one end into the green Line port on the rear panel of the Gateway.
  • Page 17 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 14. Plug the other end of the green DSL cable into the phone jack closest to the computer. Click Next. 15. Make sure the the DSL light on the Gateway glows solid green (it may take a few moments).
  • Page 18 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway Connecting Via USB 1. Insert the Installation Installation Buddy starts automatically. Wait until the following screen appears, read the on-screen instructions, select the country in which you live by clicking in the appropriate check box, then click Next. 2.
  • Page 19 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3. If USA was chosen in step 1, select the appropriate letter (as designated by the ISP) from the options in the next window, then click Next. If United Kingdom or Other Country was selected, go directly to step 4. 4.
  • Page 20 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 5. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer are included in the kit, then click Next. 6. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next.
  • Page 21 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 7. Get the Power cord from the Black Bag and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Gateway, then click Next. 8. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then click Next.
  • Page 22 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 9. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green, then click Next. 10. Get the purple USB cable from the kit and plug the square end into the purple USB port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next.
  • Page 23 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 11. Plug the thin, rectangular end of the purple USB cable into a USB port on the front or back of the computer. Click Next. 12. Make sure the USB light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next.
  • Page 24 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 13. Get the green DSL cable from the Black Bag and plug one end into the green Line port on the rear panel of the Gateway. Click Next. 14. Plug the other end of the green DSL cable into the phone jack closest to the computer.

  • Page 25: Installing Phone Filters

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 15. Make sure the the DSL light on the Gateway glows solid green (it may take a few moments). Click Next. The Gateway is connected to a computer via USB. Next, install the filters as described in “Installing Filters,”...
  • Page 26 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 2. Read the on-screen information, then unplug all telephones and other devices from their respective phone jacks. Click Next. 3. Remove the phone filters from the clear bag. Click Next. Caution: Do not unplug the green jack near your computer.
  • Page 27 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 4. Plug a phone filter into every phone jack with a telephone or other device con- nected to it. Click Next. Caution: Do not plug a phone filter in the phone jack in which the green DSL cable is plugged.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 6. If a telephone was unplugged when the green a telephone is connected to the computer, select Yes. If no telephone was unplugged when the green step . Click Next. 7. Depending on the configuration of the telephone connection, unplug its phone cord from the computer or phone jack in which it’s plugged (the phone cord may have already been unplugged when the green cable was plugged in or...
  • Page 29 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 8. Plug the phone cord into the Phone port on the back of the Gateway. The Gateway should be connected similarly to the on-screen picture, depending whether the computer was connected via Ethernet or USB. Ethernet: USB: Click Next.
  • Page 30 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 9. Make sure the green DSL cable is still connected directly to the phone jack and does not have a phone filter connected to it. Click Next. 10. Make sure the Power, Internet, and Ethernet or USB lights are solid green. Ethernet:...

  • Page 31: Setting Up The Dsl Connection

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual USB: Next, go to “Setting Up the Setting Up the DSL Connection After connecting the Gateway and installing phone filters, the must be configured. To do this: 1. Enter the user name and password in the appropriate text boxes (or click the check box next to “My Connection,”...
  • Page 32 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 2. Select the appropriate . When finished, click Next. If Static IP is selected, go to step If Dynamic IP (DHCP) is selected, got to step 3. Select the type of Static then click Next. type.
  • Page 33 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 4. In the next window, enter the 2 information (if applicable) in the proper text boxes. This information should be available in the ISP. When finished, click Next and go to step 5. 5.
  • Page 34 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 6. The Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway. 7. When the configuration is complete, a series of “Congratulations” screens appear. Read the on-screen information, then click through the next few screens, then click Finish in the last screen to exit the Installation Buddy. The Gateway is successfully configured and ready for use.
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  • Page 36: Performing A Basic Setup

    Performing a Basic Setup This chapter is a guide through a basic setup of the Gateway for those users who did NOT use the Actiontec Installation Buddy® to setup the Gateway. The Basic Setup includes instructions on how to connect the Gateway to the ing the admin user name and password.
  • Page 37 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Follow the instructions in the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, then click Begin Basic Setup. 4. In the next screen, follow the on-screen instructions, then click Next. 5. In the next screen, select the type of connection provided by the ing in the circle next to vided by the .
  • Page 38 Chapter 3 Performing a Basic Setup 6. Enter the User Name and Password provided by the in the “ ” screen. Click Next. Broadband Connection - 7. Click Save and Restart in the “Save and Restart” screen. 8. 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.

  • Page 39: Changing The Admin User Name And Password

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

  • Page 40: Using Advanced Setup

    Using Advanced Setup This section contains information concerning setting up the advanced features of the Gateway, such as wireless settings, remote management, and Web site blocking. Accessing Advanced Setup To access the Advanced Setup configuration screens: 1. Open a Web browser. In the address bar enter: then press Enter on the keyboard.
  • Page 41 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless 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.

  • Page 42: Wan Ip Address

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup WAN IP Address Address in the “Advanced Configuration” screen generates the Selecting WAN IP “ Address” screen. WAN IP of the Gateway. There are five ways to do this: Transparent Bridging, Obtain an Address through Address through DHCP ☞...

  • Page 43: Transparent Bridging

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Transparent Bridging Select this option to use the Gateway as a transparent bridge. This option should only be used if the Gateway is being used as a Modem to connect one computer to the Internet via a DSL connection.
  • Page 44 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup PPP Auto Connect auto connect is activated (by clicking in the appropriate check box), the Gateway will attempt to automatically redial the or disconnected during an online session. Actiontec recommends turning Auto Connect on. Encapsulation (PPPoA only) Select one of the encapsulation options, based on information received from Obtain an IP Through DHCP Select this option if the...
  • Page 45 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless 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 46 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup The Unnumbered Mode feature automatically configures the appropriate ing for the Address block. The -to- to be routed WAN ☞ Note: The Address information should be obtained from the when purchasing a block of public static if this information was not received.

  • Page 47: Wireless Settings

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Wireless Settings Selecting Wireless Settings in the “Advanced Configuration” 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 48 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 49 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway 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 Gateway, a computer with wireless capability can join the network only if this key is entered in the computer’s wireless encryption scheme.

  • Page 50: Wireless Mac Authentication

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Activating WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and clicking Next in the Wireless Settings screen generates the “Wireless There are two levels of “Server IP Address,” “Port,” and “Secret” text boxes, along with the “ button, are enterprise network specific, and should only be accessed by an expe- rienced information systems professional.

  • Page 51: Wireless Advanced Settings

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual This feature allows the user to control the Wireless LAN 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 make all changes permanent.

  • Page 52: Lan Ip Address

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup LAN IP Address Selecting LAN IP Address in the “Advanced Configuration” screen generates the “ Address” screen. LAN IP The values in the “Device address and Subnet mask of the Gateway as seen on the network. These val- ues can be modified for your default factory settings ( ☞...

  • Page 53: Dhcp Server Configuration

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Actiontec strongly recommends leaving the Server option is Off, ensure the on the same subnet as the “ Server Configuration.” DHCP DHCP Server Configuration Clicking Next in the “ DHCP the “ Server Configuration”...

  • Page 54: 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 ” is the primary server information, enter it here. If not, leave the text box intact. DNS Server 2 “...

  • Page 55: Website Blocking

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 4. To remove blocked services, select the computer’s Address List” text box and click Remove. 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.

  • Page 56: Remote Management

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Remote Management Selecting Remote Management in the “Advanced Configuration” screen gener- ates the “Remote Management” screen. Remote Management allows access to the Gateway through the Internet via another computer. Actiontec recommends leav- ing the Remote Management Off (the factory default setting). To access the Gateway from the Internet, activate Remote Management by selecting On and writing down the On a computer outside of the network, open a Web browser and enter the...

  • Page 57: Port Forwarding

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Port Forwarding Selecting Port Forwarding in the “Advanced Configuration” screen generates the “Port Forwarding” screen. Port forwarding allows certain programs to bypass the Gateway’s built-in firewall, allowing access to parts of the network (for hosting a Web or server, for example).

  • Page 58: 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 59: Firewall

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Firewall Selecting Firewall in the “Advanced Configuration” screen generates the “ Firewall ” screen. Select the level of security needed for the network. See Security Level Appendix F for details concerning each level of security. Dynamic Routing Selecting Dynamic Routing in the “Advanced Configuration”...

  • Page 60: Nat (Network Address Translation)

    Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup NAT (Network Address Translation) Selecting in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “ ” screen. The Gateway’s basic firewall security is based on . Disabling allows the computers connected to the Gateway to be accessed by outside parties. Do not turn off unless instructed to do so by the Static Routing...

  • Page 61: Upnp (Universal Plug And Play)

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) Selecting UPnP in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “ ” screen. In this screen, the Universal Plug and play option is turned on or UPnP off by activating the appropriate circle.

  • Page 62: Viewing The Gateway's Settings

    Viewing the Gateway’s Settings After configuring the Gateway, 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 63 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual WAN - Connection Displays the state of the connection to the Disconnected). WAN - Mode Displays the type of connection used to communicate with the WAN - IP Address Displays the Address the WAN - Subnet Mask Displays the Subnet Mask address the WAN - Gateway...

  • Page 64: Routing Table

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

  • Page 65: Lan Status

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual LAN Status Status generates the “ Selecting Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Gateway’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 Gateway accessing the Internet with Network Address Translation ( ) security activated.

  • Page 66: Using Utilities

    Using Utilities To access the Gateway’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 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 67: Dsl Settings

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless 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 68: Upgrade Firmware

    Warning: Do not unplug the power cord from the Gateway during the Restore Default Settings process. Doing so may result in permanent damage to the Gateway. When the Power Light stops flashing and glows steadily green, the Gateway is fully operational, and the default settings have been restored.
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  • Page 70: Setting Up A Network

    Setting Up a Network Other computers can be connected to the Gateway 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 Gateway in three ways: Ethernet, Ethernet The following procedure assumes the first computer connected to the Gateway was...
  • Page 71 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 2. Read the instructions, select Additional Computer by clicking on the appro- priate check box, then click Next. 3. Select Wired (USB or Ethernet), then click Next.
  • Page 72 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 4. Select Ethernet, then click Next. 5. When the next window appears, get the yellow Ethernet cable from the Quick Start Kit, then click Next.
  • Page 73 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 6. Plug one end of the yellow Ethernet cable into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Gateway, 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 74 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 8. Make sure the Power, DSL, Internet, USB, and Ethernet lights glow steadily green, then click Next. 9. In the next window, the Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway.

  • Page 75: Usb

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 10. A congratulations window appears. The computer is connected to the Gateway via Ethernet. The following procedure assumes the first computer connected to the Gateway was connected via . If the first computer was connected via computers via Ethernet (see page 1.
  • Page 76 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 2. Read the instructions, select Additional Computer by clicking on the appropri- ate check box, then click Next. 3. Select Wired (USB or Ethernet), then click Next.
  • Page 77 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 4. Select USB, then click Next. 5. When the next window appears, get the purple USB cable from the kit, then click Next.
  • Page 78 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 6. Plug one end of the purple USB cable into the purple USB port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next. 7. Plug the other end of the purple USB cable into a USB port on the front or back of the computer, then click Next.
  • Page 79 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 8. Make sure the Power, DSL, Internet, USB, and Ethernet lights glow steadily green, then click Next. 9. In the next window, the Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway.

  • Page 80: Wireless

    Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 10. A congratulations window appears. The computer is connected to the Gateway via USB. Wireless ☞ Note: Computers wirelessly connected to the Gateway must have wireless capabilities (via a adapter, built-in wireless adapter, etc.). Also, the wireless radio of the Gateway must be turned on (see step Connection”...
  • Page 81 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 2. Read the instructions, select Additional Computer by clicking on the appro- priate check box, then click Next. 3. Select Wireless, then click Next.
  • Page 82 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 4. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Finish. Make sure the computer and the Gateway are using the same wireless network name. To wirelessly connect more computers to the Gateway, repeat this procedure.
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  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Gateway, 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 Physical Connections...

  • Page 85: Frequently Asked Questions

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Connection to the Internet To verify the Gateway’s connection to the Internet, open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type Configurator Main Menu appears. Select Status, and once the “Status” screen appears, verify that “Connected”...
  • Page 86 Will my Xbox work with the Gateway? Yes, the Gateway is compatible with the Xbox. You will need to set a static the Xbox in the Xbox live network settings, and forward ports (both errors. Is the Gateway flash-upgradeable? How do I do it? Yes, the firmware is upgradeable.
  • Page 87 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Can my wireless signal pass through floors, walls, and glass? The physical environment around the Gateway can have a varying effect on wireless signal strength and quality. The more dense an object, the greater the interference.
  • Page 88 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting I used DHCP to configure my network. Do I need to restart my computer to refresh my IP address? No. Select the appropriate operating system, below, and follow the steps to refresh your address. Windows 95, 98, 98SE, and Me - Go to Start, Run, type , and press winipcfg Enter.
  • Page 89 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Connections How many computers can be connected through the Gateway? The Gateway is capable of nections is recommended. As the number of connections increases, the available speed for each computer decreases. Security What is the default username for the Gateway? The default username for the router is admin (all lower case).

  • Page 90: 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 91: Locating Windows Operating System Files

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway 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 92 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 93 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Windows Me, 2000 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.

  • Page 94: B Setting Up Static Ip On The Computer

    Setting Up Static IP 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 IP address settings from DHCP Gateway are on the same network subnet. To set up static on a computer, select the operating system and follow the instructions.
  • Page 95 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
  • Page 96 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 97: Windows Me

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway 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 98 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 99 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway 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 100: 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 101 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Dial- up Connections.
  • Page 102 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 103 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway 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 104: 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 105 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network Connections.
  • Page 106 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 5. 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 107 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 7. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select General. 8. In the “Components checked are used by this connection” list box, double- click Internet Protocol ( 9. The “Internet Protocol ( 10.
  • Page 108 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 11. Enter the following address in the “ 192.168.0.2 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 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.
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  • Page 110: 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 111: Gateway Security

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

  • Page 112: Network Applications

    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 114: D Specifications

    Specifications General Model Number (54 Mbps Wireless GT701WG-00 Standards IEEE 802.3 (10BaseT) IEEE 802.3u (100BaseTX) IEEE 802.11g (Wireless) G.dmt G.lite t1.413 RFC 1483, 2364, 2516 Protocol LAN - CSMA WAN - , Static DHCP Full-rate Interface ADSL switched port 10/100 RJ-45 port Speed LAN Ethernet:...

  • Page 115: Wireless Operating Range

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway 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 116: 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 117: Ethernet Network

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway 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 118 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 120: 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 56). The types of services and their respective ports are listed in the two right-hand col- umns: the “In”...

  • Page 121: Medium Security Level

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway 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 122: Appendix F Firewall Security

    Basic Security Level NAT (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 123 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless 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.

  • Page 124: G Non-Windows System Setup

    Non-Windows System Setup The Gateway 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 Gateway, Open Transport computer.
  • Page 125 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway 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 126 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 127 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway 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 128: Installation Buddy Settings

    Installation Buddy Settings The following information relates to step of the Installation Buddy (see pages ). The letters correspond to the following settings: Default Mode - PPPoE Default VPI - 0 Default VCI - 35 Default Mode - PPPoA Default VPI - 0 Default VCI - 35 Default Mode - PPPoE Default VPI - 8...
  • Page 129 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Default Mode - PPPoA Default VPI - 0 Default VCI - 32...

  • Page 130: Notices

    Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class digital device, pursuant to Part provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 131: Miscellaneous Legal Notices

    Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unwanted operation. ☞ Note: To comply with ments, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

  • Page 132: 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 ( ) months from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller.
  • Page 133 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway 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 134 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 135 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, , excluding its conflicts of laws and principles, and excluding U.S.A. the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.

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