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  • Page 1 Wireless–Ready DSL Gateway User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Technical Support 2 Setting Up the Gateway Connecting a Computer to the Gateway Installing Filters Setting Up the DSL Connection Connecting Additional Computers 3 Basic Setup Basic Setup Gateway Features 4 Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address...
  • Page 3 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual A Setting Up Static IP Address Windows 98 and 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP B Specifications General Wireless Operating Range LED Indicators Environmental C Glossary D Security Level Services Table High Security Level...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec Wireless-Ready Gateway. The Gateway is the simplest way to connect a multiple number of computers to a single high- speed broadband connection. This easy-to-use product is perfect for the home office or small business. If you want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec Wireless-Ready Gateway is one of the keys to your success.

  • Page 5: Technical Support

    Technical Support Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making high-quality, durable, high-perform- ance products. If you need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available every day from 6 A.M. to 11 P.M. (MST) to provide professional support. Actiontec Electronics, Inc.

  • Page 6: 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.
  • Page 7 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 2. When the following screen appears, read the onscreen instructions, select an option, then click Next. 3. The next window appears. Read the instructions, select First Computer by clicking on the check box, then click Next.
  • Page 8 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 5. In the next window, select Ethernet, then click Next. 6. The next window appears, with information regarding Actiontec’s 24-hour, 7- day-a-week Technical Support. If you have any problems, call 1.888.436.0657. Click Next. 7. The next window appears, showing the items needed to set up the Gateway.
  • Page 9 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 8. The next window appears. Get the Gateway, take it out of its protective plastic bag, then click Next. 9. When the next window appears, get the Yellow Cable and connect one end to one of the Yellow Ports on the back of the Gateway, then click Next.
  • Page 10 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 11. As shown in the next window, get the Black Bag and remove the Power Cord and Black DSL Cable, then click Next. ☞ Note: Depending on the country, the picture in the previous fig- ure may or may not reflect the type of power cord supplied.
  • Page 11 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 14. When the next window appears, confirm the Power and one of the Ethernet Lights on the Gateway glows steadily green. This may take up to 30 seconds. Click Next. 15. The following window appears. Get the Black DSL Cable and plug one end into the Green Line Port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next.
  • Page 12 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 17. When the next window appears, confirm the Power, Internet, and one of the Ethernet Lights on the Gateway glow steadily green. This may take up to 30 seconds. Click Next. ☞ Note: If the Power, Internet and Ethernet Lights on the Gateway are not solid green, check all connections to the Gateway.
  • Page 13 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 2. When the following screen appears, read the onscreen instructions, select an option, then click Next. 3. The next window appears. Read the instructions, select First Computer by clicking on the check box, then click Next.
  • Page 14 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 5. In the next window, select USB, then click Next. 6. The next window appears, with information regarding Actiontec’s 24-hour, 7- day-a-week Technical Support. If you have any problems, call 1.888.436.0657. Click Next. 7. The next window appears, with information regarding the items needed to set...
  • Page 15 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 8. The next window appears. Get the Gateway, take it out of its protective plastic bag, then click Next. 9. When the next window appears, get the Purple Cable and connect the square end to the Purple Port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next.
  • Page 16 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 11. As shown in the next window, get the Black Bag and remove the Power Cord and Black DSL Cable, then click Next. ☞ Note: Depending on the country, the picture in the previous fig- ure may or may not reflect the type of power cord supplied.
  • Page 17 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 14. When the next window appears, confirm the Power Light on the Gateway glows steadily green. This may take up to 30 seconds. Click Next. 15. The following window appears. Get the Black DSL Cable and plug one end into the Green Line Port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next.

  • Page 18: Installing Filters

    Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 17. When the next window appears, confirm the Power and Internet Lights on the Gateway glow steadily green. This may take up to 30 seconds. Click Next. ☞ Note: If the Powerand Internet Lights on the Gateway are not solid green, check all connections to the Gateway.
  • Page 19 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 2. When the next window appears, read the onscreen information concerning home security alarms, then click Next. 2. When the next window appears, unplug all phone cords from their respective phone jacks, then click Next.
  • Page 20 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway Caution: Do not install a filter in the phone jack used by the black DSL cable. 4. In the next window, read the instructions. Plug the loose end of the existing phone cord into a filter, keeping the other end connected to the device (phone, fax machine, answering machine, etc.).
  • Page 21 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 6. If you answered “No” in the previous window, go to “Setting up the DSL Connection” on page 19. If you answered “Yes,” the following window appears. Unplug the phone cord connected to the phone from its phone jack in the wall, the click Next.

  • Page 22: Setting Up The Dsl Connection

    Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 8. The next window appears. Plug the phone filter into the Phone Jack on the back of the Gateway. Do not plug the phone filter into the phone jack on the back of the computer. The connections should look exactly as the configura- tion in the picture, below (if the first computer is connected via USB;...
  • Page 23 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 2. In the next window, read the onscreen information, then click Next. 3. In the next window, select the type of setup implementation, then click Next. Basic Setup 1. If “Basic Setup” was chosen, the following window appears. Enter the appro- priate user name and password in the text boxes.
  • Page 24 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 2. The next window appears while the configuration of the Gateway is checked. 3. The final window appears after the Gateway is successfully set up. Click Finish to exit the Installation Buddy. The first computer is configured to use the Gateway. To connect additional com- puters, go to “Connecting Additional Computers”...

  • Page 25: Connecting Additional Computers

    Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 2. Follow the instructions in the next windows to set up the Gateway. The first computer is configured to use the Gateway. To connect additional com- puters, go to “Connecting Additional Computers” below. Connecting Additional Computers To connect additional computers to the Gateway, select the type of connection, then follow the instructions.
  • Page 26 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 3. The next window appears. Read the instructions, select Addtional Computer by clicking on the check box, then click Next. 4. The next window appears. Select the type of Gateway (1 Yellow Port or 4 Yellow Ports) by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click Next.
  • Page 27 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 6. In the next window, select Ethernet, then click Next. 7. The next window appears, with information regarding Actiontec’s 24-hour, 7- day-a-week Technical Support. If you have any problems, call 1.888.436.0657. Click Next. 8. The following window appears. Get the Yellow (Ethernet) Cable from the...
  • Page 28 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 9. When the next window appears, plug one end of the Yellow (Ethernet) Cable into the Yellow Port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next. 10. Another window appears. Plug the other end of the Yellow (Ethernet) Cable into an Ethernet port on the back of the computer, then click Next.
  • Page 29 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 12. The Gateway connects, and then the final window appears. Click Finish. The Gateway is connected to a computer via Ethernet. Connecting Via USB 1. Insert Disk 1 (Installation Buddy CD) in the CD-ROM drive of the comput- er.
  • Page 30 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 2. When the following screen appears, read the onscreen instructions, select an option, then click Next. 3. The next window appears. Read the instructions, select Addtional Computer by clicking on the check box, then click Next. 4.
  • Page 31 5. In the next window, select Wired (USB or Ethernet), then click Next. 6. In the next window, select USB, then click Next. 7. The next window appears, with information regarding Actiontec’s 24-hour, 7- day-a-week Technical Support. If you have any problems, call 1.888.436.0657.
  • Page 32 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 8. The following window appears. Get the Purple (USB) Cable from the DSL Quick Start Kit, then click Next. 9. When the next window appears, plug square end of the Purple (USB) Cable into the Purple Port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next. 10.
  • Page 33 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual ☞ Note: A USB port is shaped like a thin rectangle about 1/4 inch by 1/2 inch, and may be vertically or horizontally oriented.. 12. When the next window appears, confirm the Power and Internet (4 Yellow Port model) or Power and USB (1 Yellow Port model) glows steadily green.
  • Page 34 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway Connecting Wirelessly 1. Insert Disk 1 (Installation Buddy CD) in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The Installaton Buddy will start automatically. Wait until the following screen appears, read the onscreen instructions, select a country, then click Next. 2.
  • Page 35 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 4. The next window appears. Select the type of Gateway (1 Yellow Port or 4 Yellow Ports) by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click Next. 5. In the next window, select Wireless, then click Next.

  • Page 36: Basic Setup

    Basic Setup This chapter is a guide through a basic configuration of the Gateway, including how to connect the Gateway to the ISP, as well as an overview of the Gateway’s LEDs and switches. Basic Setup To configure the gateway for basic operation: 1.
  • Page 37 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Follow the instructions in the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, then click Begin Basic Setup. 4. In the next window, follow the onscreen instructions, then click Next. 5. In the next window, select the type of connection by clicking on the circle...
  • Page 38 Chapter 4 Basic Setup 6. Enter the User Name, Password, and Static IP provided by the ISP in the “DSL Broadband Connection - PPP” screen. Click Next. Note: If the ISP uses a connection method other than PPPoE (DHCP or Static IP, for example) see “Advanced Setup” to con- nect the Gateway.

  • Page 39: Gateway Features

    Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual Gateway Features This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s LEDs and switches. Power LED - The Power LED displays the Gateway’s current status. If the Power LED glows steadily green, the Gateway is receiving power and fully operational.

  • Page 40: Advanced Setup

    Advanced Setup This section contains information concerning advanced configuration, such as wireless settings, remote management, and Web site blocking. Accessing Advanced Setup To access the Advanced Setup configuration screens, follow these instructions: 1. Open the Web browser. In the address bar enter: http://192.168.0.1 then press Enter on the keyboard.

  • Page 41: Wan Ip Address

    Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 4. In the next screen, read the recommendations. To perform an advanced setup on the Gateway, click Begin Advanced Setup. 5. The “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen appears. To check all the set- tings, or if unsure of which settings to modify, select Next. To modify a specif- ic configuration, click on its name in the menu bar on the left.
  • Page 42 Chapter 5 Advanced Setup modem providers and other types of broadband Internet con- nections (such as fixed point wireless) may use either DHCP Static address. If unsure about which connection is present, check with the Internet Service Provider ( before continuing. ISP) After selecting a connection type, click Next to continue configuring the connection.
  • Page 43 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA Select this option to allow the Gateway to use the Point-to-Point over Ethernet ) or Point-to-Point over ) protocol. PPPoE PPPoA If a User Name, Password and/or Static IP was entered during Basic Setup, it should be displayed in the “Broadband Connection via...

  • Page 44: Wireless Settings

    Chapter 5 Advanced Setup Specify a Static IP Address Select this option if assigned a static (specific) Address by the Internet Service Provider ( . Enter the Address, along with the Subnet Mask and Default ISP) Gateway Address (also provided by the ), in the “Broadband Connection via Static Address”...
  • Page 45 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual ESSID is the network name assigned to the wireless network. The factory default ESSID setting is “ .” Although Actiontec recommends keeping the default ACTIONTEC value intact, the value can be modified, using any combination of alphanu- ESSID meric characters (i.e., A-Z, a-z, 0-9).
  • Page 46 Chapter 5 Advanced Setup 64-bit WEP 64-bit requires four separate keys. Each key comprises five hexadecimal digit pairs. A hexadecimal digit consists of an alphanumeric character ranging from 0-9 or A-F. An example of a 64-bit key is: 4E-A3-3D-68-72. To create a set of 64-bit keys, enter five hexadecimal digit pairs in each Key text box (Key 1, Key 2, Key 3, Key 4).

  • Page 47: Lan Ip Address

    Address text box is the IP LAN IP LAN IP address of the Gateway as seen on the network. address of the Gateway can be modified, but Actiontec recommends LAN IP keeping the default factory setting (192.168.0.1). Note: If the Gateway’s...
  • Page 48 Address - the Address at which the Server stops DHCP assigning addresses. Actiontec recommends keeping the facto- ry default settings (192.168.0.254). The beginning and ending addresses define the address range of the Gateway. If the default values are left intact, the Gateway supplies a unique IP address between 192.168.0.2 and 192.168.0.254 to each computer on the net-...

  • Page 49: Services Blocking

    Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual Server 2 - the secondary provided by the Internet Service Provider ( . If the provided secondary server infor- ISP) mation, enter it here. If not, leave the text box intact. Services Blocking Selecting Services Blocking in the “Advanced Configuration” screen generates the “Services Blocking”...

  • Page 50: Website Blocking

    Chapter 5 Advanced Setup Website Blocking Selecting Website Blocking in the “Advanced Configuration” screen generates the “Website Blocking” screen. This feature enables the Gateway to block Web sites to all computers on the network. To block a Web site, enter the address of the Web site in the “Website”...

  • Page 51: Remote Management

    Gateway’s built-in firewall, allowing access to parts of the network (for hosting a Web or ftp server, for example). To use port forwarding, enter the IP port range in the “ Port Range” text boxes. (If more than 10 ports are needed, Actiontec rec- ommends using Hosting. See “...
  • Page 52 Chapter 5 Advanced Setup To remove forwarded ports, highlight them, then click Remove. Clicking Advanced brings up the “Advanced Port Forward” screen. In this screen, the user can allow only certain IP addresses to access forwarded ports. Enter the port range of the forwarded ports in the “Remote IP Port Range” text boxes, enter the IP address to be allowed access in the “Remote IP Address”...

  • Page 53: Dmz Hosting

    Internet. hosting symbolically places the host computer outside of the Gateway’s network. Access to the network resources while hosting is active is blocked. Actiontec recommends activating hosting only as long as necessary. Warning: The Host computer will be vulnerable to com- puter hackers on the Internet while in mode.

  • Page 54: Firewall

    Chapter 5 Advanced Setup 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 E for details concerning each level of security. Dynamic Routing Selecting Dynamic Routing in the “Advanced Configuration”...

  • Page 55: Nat (Network Address Translation)

    Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual NAT (Network Address Translation) Selecting in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “ ” screen. The Gateway’s basic firewall security is based on NAT. Disabling NAT allows the computers connected to the Gateway to be accessed by outside parties.

  • Page 56: Mac Address Cloning

    Chapter 5 Advanced Setup MAC Address Cloning Selecting Address Cloning in the “Advanced Configuration” screen generates the “ Address Cloning” screen. A (media access control) address is an identifier unique to every networkable device. Some Internet Service Providers require a address to validate a computer’s permission to be on their net- ISP) work.

  • Page 57: Status

    Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual Status After configuring the Gateway, settings can be viewed by selecting Status in the Main Menu. The “Current Status” screen appears, displaying many of the Gateway’s settings. No settings (other than connecting or disconnecting from the Internet) can be changed from the Current Status screen.
  • Page 58 Chapter 5 Advanced Setup WAN Status Selecting WAN Status generates a “Current Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Gateway’s WAN (Wide Area Network) connection. LAN Status Selecting LAN Status generates the “Lan Port Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Gateway’s LAN (Local Area Network) port connections.
  • Page 59 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 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 (NAT) security activated.

  • Page 60: Utilities

    Utilities To access the Gateway’s utilities select Utilities from the “Main Menu” screen. The “Utilities” screen appears. From here, 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 61: Dsl Settings

    Settings from the “Utilities” screen. The Gateway’s , Mode, and QoS (Quality of Service) settings can be changed from here. Actiontec recommends not changing these values without consulting Restore Default Settings To restore the Gateway to its factory default settings, select Restore Default Settings from the “Utilities”...

  • Page 62: Upgrade Firmware

    Chapter 6 Utilities Upgrade Firmware Selecting Upgrade Firmware in the “Utilities” screen generates the “Upgrade Firmware” screen. Actiontec periodically posts firmware upgrades to enhance the Gateway’s capabilities. To upgrade the Gateway’s firmware: 1. Click the link in the “Upgrade Firmware” window and download the upgrade files to the hard drive of the computer.
  • Page 63 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual...

  • Page 64: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Gateway, and solutions to overcome the problem. LAN Connection Failure Ensure the Gateway is properly installed, the connections are correct, and the power is on. Confirm the computer and Gateway are on the same network segment.
  • Page 65 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual Time out error occurs when entering a URL or IP Address Verify all the computers are working properly. Ensure the settings are correct. Ensure the Gateway is on and connected properly. Verify the Gateway’s settings are the same as the computer by clicking Status in the “Main Menu”...

  • Page 66: A Setting Up Static Ip Address

    Setting Up Static IP Address 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 -enabled to static , so that the computer and the DHCP Gateway are on the same subnet.
  • Page 67 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
  • Page 68 Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 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 Address. TCP/IP 7. In the Address tab, make sure the the circle next to “Specify an Address”...

  • Page 69: Windows Me

    Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 9. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Do not include the periods; they are automatically entered. 10. Click . The Properties window disappears. TCP/IP 11. In the Network window, click .
  • Page 70 Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
  • Page 71 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway 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 Address. TCP/IP 7. In the Address tab, make sure the the circle next to “Specify an Address”...

  • Page 72: Windows 2000

    Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 9. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Do not include the periods; they are automatically entered. 10. Click . The Properties window disappears. TCP/IP 11. If there is a check in the box next to “Detect connection to network media,” click on it to uncheck the box.
  • Page 73 Actiontec Wireless-Ready 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 74 Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 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 corre- sponds to the network card installed in the computer by finding the name of the network card in the Device Name column.
  • Page 75 Actiontec Wireless-Ready 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 ( TCP/IP 9. The “Internet Protocol ( ) Properties” window appears.

  • Page 76: Windows Xp

    Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 12. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Do not include the periods; they are automatically entered. 13. Click . The “Internet Protocol ( ) Properties” window disappears. TCP/IP 14 In the “Local Area Connection Properties”...
  • Page 77 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network Connections.
  • Page 78 Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 5. In the “Network 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 corresponds to the network card installed in your computer by finding the name of the network card in the Device Name column.
  • Page 79 Actiontec Wireless-Ready 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 ( TCP/IP 9. The “Internet Protocol ( ) Properties” window appears.
  • Page 80 Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 11. Enter the following numbers in the “ Address” text box: 198.162.0.2 Do not include the periods; they are automatically entered. 12. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Do not include the periods;...
  • Page 81 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual...

  • Page 82: B Specifications

    Specifications General Model Number GS204AD9-01 (Four-Port Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway Standards IEEE 802.3 (10BaseT) IEEE 802.3u (100BaseTX) IEEE 802.11b (Wireless) G.dmt G.lite t1.413 RFC 1483, 2364, 2516 Protocol CSMA/CD Full-rate DSL modem GS204AD9-01 10/100 RJ-45 switched ports (4) USB port (1) GS404AD9-01 10/100 RJ-45 port (1) USB port (1)

  • Page 83: Wireless Operating Range

    Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual Speed LAN Ethernet: 10/100Mbps Wireless: See “Wireless Operating Range” (if used) Cabling Type 10BaseT: UTP/STP Category 3 or 5 100BaseTX: UTP/STP Category 5 Wireless Operating Range If used: Indoors Up to 30M (100 ft.) @ 11 Mbps Up to 50M (165 ft.) @ 5.5 Mbps...

  • Page 84: Environmental

    Appendix B Specifications Environmental Power Input External, 12V DC, 1.2 A Certifications FCC Class B FCC Class C (part 15, 68) CE Mark Commercial 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...
  • Page 85 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual...

  • Page 86: C 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 87 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual Firewall Prevents users outside the network from accessing and/or damaging files or computers on the network. Gateway A device that manages the data traffic of a network, as well as data traffic to and from the Internet.
  • Page 88 Appendix C Glossary Subnet Mask A set of four numbers configured like an IP address used to create IP address numbers used within a particular network only. TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) The standard protocol for data transmission over the Internet. WAN (Wide Area Network) A network connecting computers located in separate areas, (i.e., different build- ings, cities, countries).
  • Page 89 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual...

  • Page 90: D Security Level Services Table

    Security Level Services Table The following information is related to the Firewall options (High, Medium, and Low) in the “Advanced Services” chapter of this manual (page 35). The types of services and their respective ports are listed in the two right-hand columns; the “In”...

  • Page 91: Medium Security Level

    Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual Medium Security Level Service Port http telnet smtp pop3 nntp real audio/video 7070 icmp H.323 1720 T.120 1503 Low Security Level Service Port http telnet smtp pop3 nntp real audio/video 7070 icmp H.323 1720 T.120...

  • Page 92: E Non-Windows System Setup

    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 2.5.2 or above must be loaded on the computer.
  • Page 93 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual 2. When the “TCP/IP” window appears, select Edit from menu bar, then select User Mode. 3. When the “User Mode” window appears, select Advanced, then click OK. 4. In the “TCP/IP” window, select Ethernet from the “Connect via” drop-down list.
  • Page 94 Appendix E Non-Windows System Setup OS X 1. Open the “System Preferences” application via the Dock or Apple Menu. The “Network” window appears. 2. Select Built-In Ethernet from the “Show” drop-down list. 3. Select TCP/IP and, from the “Configure” drop-down list, select Using DHCP. 4.

  • Page 95: Connecting To The Isp

    Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual Connecting to the ISP 1. Open the Web browser. In the address bar, enter http://192.168.0.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. 2. The “Main Menu” screen appears. Select Setup/Configuration. 3. In the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, select Non-Windows Setup from the...
  • Page 96 ISP, enter the information in the appropriate text boxes. If no worksheet has been provided, contact the ISP. 5. Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the Actiontec DSL Modem Setup Page screen. The Gateway will be ready to use when the Power and Internet LEDs stop blinking.
  • Page 97 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway User Manual...

  • Page 98: Notices

    Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Actiontec Electronics, Inc., may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC logo – United States only.
  • Page 99 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway 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...

  • Page 100: Limited Warranty

    Software: Actiontec Electronics warrants to Customer that each software program licensed from it will perform in substantial conformance to its program specifica- tions, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller. Actiontec Electronics warrants the media con- taining software against failure during the warranty period.
  • Page 101 Obtaining Warranty Service: Customer may contact Actiontec Electronics Technical Support Center within the applicable warranty period to obtain warran- ty service authorization. Dated proof of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller may be required. Products returned to Actiontec Electronics...
  • Page 102 This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary depending on local law. Dispute Resolution: The customer may contact the Director of Technical Support in the event the Customer is not satisfied with Actiontec Electronics’ response to the complaint. In the event that the Customer is still not satisfied with the response of the Director of Technical Support, the Customer is instructed to contact the Director of Marketing.
  • Page 103 Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway 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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