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GT724WG / Actiontec
54 Mbps Wireless
DSL Gateway
Model #: GT724-WG
User Manual
Version: 0.0 (Draft to be review)
Table of Contents
1 Introduction 1
Package Contents 1
Minimum System Requirements 2
Features 2
Getting to Know the Gateway 4
2 Setting Up the Gateway 7
Connecting a Computer to the Gateway 7
Installing Phone Filters 22
Setting Up the DSL Connection 26
3 Performing a Basic Setup 33
Basic Setup 33
Changing the User Name and Password 35
4 Using Advanced Setup 37
Accessing Advanced Setup 37
WAN IP Address 38
LAN IP Address 42
DHCP Server 42
Services Blocking 44
Website Blocking 45
Remote Management 46
Application Layer Gateway and Port Forwarding 47
DMZ Hosting 48
Firewall 49
Dynamic Routing 51
NAT (Network Address Translation) 52
Static Routing 52
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) 53
Time Zone 53
Remote Syslog Capture 54
Wireless Settings 54
Wireless MAC Authentication 58
Wireless Advanced Settings 59
5 Viewing the Gateway’s Status 61
General Status 61
Routing Table 63
ARP Table 63
WAN Status 64
LAN Status 65
Active User List 65
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6 Using Utilities 67
Web Activity Log 67
System Log 68
DSL Settings 69
Restore Default Settings 70
Upgrade Firmware 70
7 Setting Up a Network 71
Ethernet 71
USB 76
Wireless 80
8 Troubleshooting 81
Troubleshooting 81
Frequently Asked Questions 82
a Reference 87
Locating Computer Information 87
Locating Windows Operating System Files 88
b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 91
Windows 98 SE 91
Windows Me 94
Windows 2000 97
Windows XP 101
c Computer Security 105
Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem 105
Gateway Security 106
Computer Security 106
Electronic Security 107
d Specifications 109
General 109
Wireless Operating Range 110
LED Indicators 110
Environmental 110
e Glossary 111
f Non-Windows System Setup 115
Classic 115
OS X 117
Notices 119
Regulatory Compliance Notices 119
Modifications 119
Miscellaneous Legal Notices 120
Limited Warranty 121
1
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway. The 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 business. If you want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec 54 Mbps
Wireless DSL Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success.
Package Contents
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway
Power cord
Phone filters
DSL cable
Yellow (Ethernet) cable
Blue (USB) cable
Installation CD
Quick start guide
Start here guide
Wireless start here guide
Technical support card
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Minimum System Requirements
Active DSL service
Computer with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection, or USB connection
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Windows Millennium Edition (Me), Windows NT 4.0,
Windows 2000, Windows XP, Mac OS 7.1 and above
Note: USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 or any Mac OS.
Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher (5.x recommended) or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or higher (4.7
recommended)
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TCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer
Features
Plug-and-Play installation support for systems with Windows operating systems (98, 98SE, Me,
2000, and XP)
ADSL WAN port (RJ-11)
Compliant with full-rate ANSI T1.413 Issue 2, ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) and G.992.2 (G.lite) standard
Auto-handshake for different ADSL flavors
USB 1.1 device specification compliance
12 Mbps USB data rate (full speed)
Multiprotocol Encapsulation over ATM, PPP over ATM, PPP over Ethernet
Precise ATM traffic shaping
IP packet routing and transparent bridging
Routing protocol supports RIP-1, RIP-2, static routing
Built-in NAT, DHCP server
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DNS relay support
PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet and HTTP
64-, 128-, and 256-bit WEP/WPA wireless LAN security
Compliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard
10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (4)
Flow control support for Fast Ethernet
Web-based configuration setup
Default configuration backup restore
FTP upgradeable
Web download support
802.11b/g support
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Getting to Know the Gateway
This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s lights, ports, etc.The Gateway contains several
indicator lights (LEDs) on its front panel and a series of ports on its rear panel.
Front Panel
The front panel of the Gateway features nine lights: Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet (4), USB, and Wireless.
PowerDSLInternetEthernetUSBWirelessPowerDSLInternetEthernet 1Wireless234USB1234
Power Light
The Power light displays the Gateway’s current status. If the Power light glows steadily green, the
Gateway is receiving power and fully operational. When the Power light flashes rapidly, the Gateway is
initializing. If the Power light is not illuminated when the Power cord is plugged in and the Power switch
is turned on, the Gateway has suffered a critical error and technical support should be contacted.
DSL Light
The DSL light illuminates when the Gateway is connected to a DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) line. When
it flashes, the Gateway’s built-in DSL modem is training for DSL service.
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Internet Light
When the Internet light glows steadily, the Gateway is connected to the DSL provider.
Ethernet Lights
The Ethernet lights illuminate when the Gateway is connected via one or more of its Ethernet ports.
USB Light
The USB light illuminates when the Gateway is connected via its USB port.
Wireless Light
The Wireless light illuminates when the Gateway is activated for wireless use.
Rear Panel
The rear panel of the Gateway contains seven ports (Ethernet [4], Phone, USB, and Power), as well as Reset
and Power switches.
PowerUSBEthernet 4ResetPhoneEthernet 3Ethernet 2Ethernet 1
Phone Port
The Phone port is used to connect the Gateway to a DSL connection.
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USB Port
The USB port is used to connect a computer to the Gateway via USB cable.
Ethernet Ports
The Ethernet ports are used to connect computers to the Gateway via Ethernet cable. The Ethernet ports
are 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing ports, and either a straight-through or crossover Ethernet cable can be used
when connecting to the ports.
Reset Switch
Depressing the Reset switch for one or two seconds will power cycle the Gateway (similar to unplugging
and then plugging in the Gateway’s Power cord). To restore the Gateway’s factory default settings,
depress and hold the Reset switch for approximately 10 seconds. The reset process will start about 10
seconds after releasing the switch.
Power Port
The Power port is used to connect the Power cord to the Gateway.
Warning: Do not unplug the Power cord from the Gateway during the reset process.
Doing so may result in permanent damage to the Gateway.
Power Switch
The Power switch is used to power the Gateway on and off.
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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. After connecting this first
computer, other computers can be added to the network via USB, Ethernet, or wirelessly (see “Setting Up a
Network” on page 71).
Connecting a Computer to the Gateway
Connecting a computer to the Gateway for setup involves three basic steps: initial setup, plugging in the
Gateway’s power cord, and connecting the Gateway to the computer.
Connecting Via Ethernet
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The Installation Buddy starts
automatically. Wait until the following screen appears, read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
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2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click Next.
3. Click in the check box next to Ethernet (Recommended), then click Next.
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4. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer are included in the kit, then
click Next.
5. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next.
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6. Get the Power cord and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the
Gateway, then click Next.
7. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then click Next.
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8. Click the On/Off switch to its on position (as shown in the picture on-screen), then click Next.
9. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green, then click Next.
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10. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into a 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.
Click Next.
Note: An Ethernet port looks similar to a phone jack, but is slightly larger.
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12. Make sure one of the Ethernet lights on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next.
13. Get the black or gray DSL cable from the kit and plug one end into the gray Line port on the rear
panel of the Gateway. Click Next.
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14. Plug the other end of the black or gray DSL cable into the phone jack closest to the computer. Click
Next.
The Gateway is connected to a computer via Ethernet. Next, install the filters as described in “Installing
Filters” on page 22.
Connecting Via USB
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The Installation Buddy starts
automatically. Wait until the following screen appears, read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
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2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click Next.
3. Click the check box next to USB, then click Next.
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4. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer are included in the kit, then
click Next.
5. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next.
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6. Get the Power cord and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the
Gateway, then click Next.
7. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then click Next.
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8. Click the On/Off switch to its on position (as shown in the picture on-screen), then click Next.
9. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green, then click Next.
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10. Get the blue USB cable from the kit and plug the square end into the blue USB port on the back of the
Gateway, then click Next.
11. Plug the rectangular end of the blue USB cable into an USB port on the front or back of the computer.
Click Next.
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12. Make sure the USB light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next.
13. Get the black or gray DSL cable from the kit and plug one end into the gray Line port on the rear
panel of the Gateway. Click Next.
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14. Plug the other end of the black or gray DSL cable into the phone jack closest to the computer. Click
Next.
The Gateway is connected to a computer via USB. Next, install the filters as described in “Installing
Filters,” below.
Installing Phone Filters
Phone filters allow the use of the telephone while online. All telephones and other devices (answering
machines, fax machines, etc.) using the same phone line (i.e., using the same phone number) as the DSL
line must have a phone filter installed. To install a phone filter:
1. Read the on-screen information, then click Next.
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2. Read the on-screen information, then unplug all telephones and other devices from their respective
phone jacks. Click Next.
3. Get the phone filters. Click Next.
Caution: Do not unplug the black or gray DSL cable from the phone jack near your
computer.
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4. Plug a phone filter into every phone jack with a telephone or other device connected to it, then click
Next.
5. Plug the ends of the phone lines disconnected in step 2 into the phone filters plugged into phone jacks.
Click Next.
Caution: Do not plug a phone filter in the phone jack in which the black or gray DSL
cable is plugged.
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6. Read the on-screen instructions, and make sure the Gateway is connected exactly as shown, depending
on whether the Gateway is connected via Ethernet or USB.Ethernet connection setup:
USB connection setup:
Click Next.
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7. Make sure the DSL light on the Gateway glows solid green (this may take a few moments), then click
Next. Ethernet:
USB:
Next, go to “Setting Up the DSL Connection” on the next page.
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Setting Up the DSL Connection
After connecting the Gateway and installing phone filters, the DSL connection must be configured. To do
this:
1. Select one of the options in the “Select Connection” box: Auto Detect, Select from the list, or Manual
Setup.Auto Detect - if selected, click Next. The DSL connection is automatically detected, and a
series of informational screens will be displayed while the Gateway searches for the connection. If
successful, go to step 2. If unsuccessful, go to Select from the list, below.
Select from the list - If Auto Detect is not successful, or the user knows which ISP to connect to, click in
the “Select from the list” box, then click Next.
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In the next window, select the ISP being used from the list box on the left (scroll down for more choices),
then click Next. A series of informational screens will display while the Gateway searches for the
connection. If the connection is successful, go to step 2. If not, go to “Manual Setup,” below.
Manual Setup - If the Auto Detect and Select from a list are not successful, or the user knows how to
configure VPI/VCI and Encapsulation settings, click in the “Manual Setup” box, then click Next.
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In the next window, enter the VPI/VCI and Encapsulation settings (the ISP should provide these) then click
Next.
2. If PPPoE or PPPoA was selected, enter the user name and password in the appropriate text boxes (or
click the check box next to “My ISP does not require this information.”), then click Next.
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3. Select the appropriate IP type. This information should be provided by the ISP. When finished, click
Next.If Static IP is selected, go to step 4.If Dynamic IP (DHCP) is selected, go to step 5.
4. In the next window, enter the IP Address, Subnet, Gateway, DNS 1, and DNS 2 information (if
applicable) in the proper text boxes. When finished, click Next.
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5. When the configuration is complete, a series of congratulations windows appears. Read the on-screen
information, then click through the next few windows to exit the Installation Buddy.
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The Gateway is successfully configured and ready for use.
To make changes to the Gateway’s Advanced Configuration settings, see Chapter 4, “Using Advanced
Setup.”
To create a network by connecting more computers to the Gateway, see Chapter 7, “Setting Up a
Network.”
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Performing a Basic Setup
This chapter is a guide through a basic configuration setup of the Gateway for 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 ISP and change the user name and password.To complete a basic setup, the user
will need information provided by the ISP and access the Gateway’s Web Configurator. This information
from the ISP is sometimes contained in a welcome letter or ISP worksheet. If this document is not available,
contact the ISP immediately and request one.
Basic Setup
Note: If you already set up the Gateway using the Installation Buddy (as described in
Chapter 2, “Setting Up the Gateway”), the settings described in this section have already
been configured. Please continue to chapter 4, “Using Advanced Setup,” to configure the
advanced settings of the Gateway.
1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type http://192.168.0.1then press Enter on the
keyboard.
2. The Web Configurator’s “Main Menu” screen appears. Select Setup/Configuration.
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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 ISP by clicking in the circle next to
PPPoA or PPPoE. If unsure about the selection, check the information provided by the ISP. Then, enter
the User Name and Password provided by the ISP in the appropriate text boxes. If no user name or
password is needed, click in the box next to “My ISP does not require a username and password.” Click
Next.
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6. Click the Save and Restart button in the “Save and Restart” screen.
7. The “Congratulations” screen appears. The Gateway is successfully configured.
The Power light flashes rapidly while the Gateway restarts, then glows steadily green when fully
operational. The Internet light will also glow steadily green. The Gateway is now configured and users can
start surfing the Web.If an error stating the Web browser was unable to connect to the Internet appears,
check the configuration settings. Ensure all the information required by the ISP was entered correctly.
Changing the User Name and Password
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To create or change the user name and password, controlling access to the Gateway’s Web Configurator
screens, follow these instructions:
1. From the Setup/Configuration screen, select Admin Username/Password from the menu on the left
side.
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2. The “Change Admin Username/Password” screen appears. Enter a new user name (optional) in the
“New Username” text box, then a password in the “New Password” text box. Re-enter the password in
the “Re-enter New Password” text box. Make sure to write the user name and password down and keep
them in a secure location. They will be needed to access to the Gateway’s Web Configurations screens
in the future.
3. Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen.
4. The “Save and Restart” page appears. Click the Save and Restart button to save the settings changed in
the Change Admin Username/Password screen.
Once the Gateway has rebooted, the password is active. To access the Gateway’s Web Configuration
screens, the username and password must be entered.
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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, using the Gateway’s Web Configurator.
Accessing Advanced Setup
To access the Web Configurator’s Advanced Setup screens:
1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box type: http://192.168.0.1then press Enter on the
keyboard.
2. The “Main Menu” screen appears. Select Setup/Configuration.
3. In the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, read the instructions, then select Advanced Setup from the menu
on the left side.
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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 settings, or if unsure of which
settings to modify, select Next. To modify a specific configuration, click on its name in the menu bar
on the left.
Note: To save changes made in any of the Advanced Setup screens, click Save and
Restart at the bottom of the gray menu on the left side of the screen.
WAN IP Address
Selecting WAN IP Address in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “WAN IP
Address” screen. WAN IP Address allows manual set up of the IP address of the Gateway. There are five
ways to do this: Transparent Bridging, Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE, Obtain an IP Address
Through PPPoA, Obtain an IP Address through DHCP, and Specify a Static IP Address.
Note: If unsure about which connection is present, check with the Internet Service
Provider (ISP) before continuing.
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After selecting a connection type, click Next to continue configuring the connection.
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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 your computer to the Internet via a DSL connection. When
the Gateway is being used as a transparent bridge, it does not provide any firewall security.
Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA
Select one of these options to allow the Gateway to use the Point-to-Point over Ethernet (PPPoE) or Pointto-Point over ATM (PPPoA) protocol.“Broadband Connection via PPPoE” screen:
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“Broadband Connection via PPPoA” screen:
If a User Name and Password was entered in the Installation Buddy or during Basic Setup, it should be
displayed in the “Broadband Connection via PPPoE/PPPoA” screen. If not, enter the information now. If the
information is unavailable, contact the ISP.
PPP Auto Connect
If PPP auto connect is activated (by clicking in the appropriate check box), the Gateway will attempt to
automatically redial the PPP connection if it is dropped or disconnected during an online session.
Actiontec recommends that you turn PPP Auto Connect ON.
Encapsulation (PPPoA only)
Select one of the encapsulation options, based on information received from the ISP.
Obtain an IP Through DHCP
Select this option if the IP service is configured to use RFC 1483 Bridged or Routed (used for
configurations without a Static IP assigned by an ISP). In this mode, the Gateway will query the Internet
Service Provider (ISP) to receive the IP address and routing information, which will terminate at the
Gateway, as opposed to the IP address and routing information being bridged to terminate at the computer.
This allows the use of the router capabilities for the Local Area Network (LAN).
Some ISPs need to authenticate their end users with a Host Name and/or Domain Name. If this is the case,
check with the ISP for a host name and domain name and enter them in the appropriate text boxes in the
“Broadband Connection via DHCP” screen. If the ISP does not require these settings, leave the text boxes
blank.
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Note: Contact the ISP if unsure of the proper configuration.
Specify a Static IP Address
Select this option if the ISP service is configured to use RFC 1483 Bridged or Routed using a Static IP
Address. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway Address provided by the ISP in the
“Broadband Connection via Static IP Address” screen, which causes the IP address and routing information
to terminate at the Gateway, as opposed to the IP address and routing information being bridged to
terminate at the computer. This allows the use of the router capabilities for the Local Area Network (LAN).
Note: Contact the ISP if unsure of the proper configuration.
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LAN IP Address
Selecting LAN IP Address in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “LAN IP
Address” screen.
The values in the “Device IP Address” and “Device LAN Netmask” text boxes are the IP address and Subnet
mask of the Gateway as seen on the network. These values can be modified for your LAN network, but
Actiontec recommends keeping the default factory settings (IP address 192.168.0.1 Subnet mask
255.255.255.0).
Note: If the Gateway’s LAN IP Address is modified, ensure the DHCP Server range is
within the same subnet. For more information, see “DHCP Server Configuration.”
After changing settings, click Next or Back to continue, or Save and Restart to make all changes permanent.
DHCP Server
Selecting DHCP Server in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “DHCP Server”
screen. The Gateway has a built-in DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server that automatically
assigns a different IP address to each computer on the network, eliminating IP address conflicts.The factory
default setting is On. To disable the DHCP Server, select Off.
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Actiontec strongly recommends leaving the DHCP Server option On. If the DHCP Server option is Off,
ensure the IP addresses of the networked computers are on the same subnet as the IP address of the Gateway.
For more information, see “DHCP Server Configuration.”
DHCP Server Configuration
Clicking Next in the “DHCP Server” screen (if the DHCP server is activated) generates the “DHCP Server
Configuration” screen. Change IP address range and DNS server information here.
Beginning IP Address
The “Beginning IP Address” is the IP address at which the DHCP server starts assigning IP addresses.
Actiontec recommends keeping the factory default setting (192.168.0.2).
Ending IP Address
The “Ending IP Address” is the IP Address at which the DHCP Server stops assigning IP addresses.
Actiontec recommends keeping the factory default settings (192.168.0.254).
The beginning and ending IP addresses define the IP 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 network. Note that the first three groups of numbers of the addresses are identical; this
means they are on the same subnet. The IP address of the Gateway must be on the same subnet as the IP
address range it generates. For instance, if the Gateway’s IP address is changed to 10.33.222.1, set the
beginning IP address to 10.33.222.2, and the ending IP address to 10.33.222.254.
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Lease Time
“Lease Time” is the amount of time, in seconds, the DHCP server will lease a particular IP address.
Default is 86400 seconds (24 hours), after which a new IP address must be released. To extend the lease
time, enter a larger number.
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Domain Name
“Domain Name” allows a network administrator to enter a domain name if the network is being used in a
domain environment.
DNS (Dynamic or Static)
These options designate the type of DNS server provided by the ISP. If the ISP provided DNS server
information, select the type here. If not, leave as is.
DNS Server 1
“DNS Server 1” is the primary DNS server provided by the ISP. If the ISP provided DNS server
information, enter it here. If not, leave the text box intact.
DNS Server 2
“DNS Server 2” is the secondary DNS provided by the ISP. If the ISP provided secondary DNS server
information, enter it here. If not, leave the text box intact.
Services Blocking
Selecting Services Blocking in the “Advanced Configuration” screen generates the “Services Blocking”
screen.
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To modify Internet privileges (Web, FTP, Newsgroups, etc.) for the computers on the network:
1. Enter the computer’s IP address in the IP Address: text box.
2. Select the Internet service(s) to be blocked.
3. Click Add to enter the computer’s IP address in the “Blocked IP Address List” text box.
4. To remove blocked services, select the computer’s IP address in the “Blocked IP Address List” text box
and click Remove.
Website Blocking
Selecting Website Blocking in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Website
Blocking” screen. This feature enables the Gateway to block Web sites to all computers on the network. To
block a Web site, enter the address of the Web site in the “Website” text box and click Add. The blocked
Web site address is displayed in the “Blocked Website List” text box, and will not be available to
computers on the network. To remove a blocked Web site, click on it in the “Blocked Website List,” then
click Remove. Website Blocking supports blocking up to 50 Web sites.
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Remote Management
Selecting Remote Management in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Remote
Management” screen. Remote Management allows access to the Gateway through the Internet via another
computer. Actiontec recommends leaving 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 WAN IP address of the Gateway (see “WAN IP Address”). On a computer outside of the network, open a
Web browser and enter the Gateway’s WAN IP address in the address text box. A username and password
prompt appears in the browser window. Enter the username and password in the appropriate text boxes to
access the Gateway.
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Note: Before Remote Management can be activated, the administrator password must be
set. To do this, go to the Setup screen and select Change Admin Password. Follow the
instructions in the subsequent screens.
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Application Layer Gateway and Port Forwarding
Selecting Application Layer Gateway in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the
“Application-Level Gateway (ALG) and 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 ftp
server, for example). To use, select the host name of a computer on the network from the “LAN Device”
drop-down list (click the down arrow), then click Add. Next, select a “Category” by clicking the
appropriate radio button. In the “Available Rules” list box, select a game, application, server, etc., then
click Add>>. The selected item appears in the “Applied Rules” list box. Repeat for each item neededTo
remove an item from the Applied Rules list, highlight it, then click Remove.To view an item’s rules
(forwarded ports, etc.), highlight it, then click View Rule.
To create a custom set of rules, click the “User” radio button, then click New. The “Rule Management”
screen appears.
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In this screen, the user can create a custom set of rules for a game or application not listed in the
Application Level Gateway screen. Enter the “Rule Name,” “Protocol,” “Port Start,” “Port End,” and “Port
Map” in the appropriate text boxes, then click Apply. The rules are summarized at the bottom of the screen,
and the rule set will appear in the Application Level Gateway screen after clicking Back.
DMZ Hosting
Selecting DMZ Hosting in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “DMZ Hosting”
screen. To use DMZ hosting, enter the IP address of the computer on the network to be used as a DMZ host
in the “DMZ Host IP Address” text box, then click On.
DMZ hosting is used to support online gaming and Internet conferencing services. These programs usually
require multiple open ports, making the network accessible from the Internet. DMZ hosting symbolically
places the DMZ host computer outside of the Gateway’s network. Actiontec recommends activating DMZ
hosting only as long as necessary.
Warning: The DMZ Host computer will be vulnerable to computer hackers on the
Internet while in DMZ mode.
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Firewall
Selecting Firewall in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Firewall Security
Level” screen. Select the level of security needed for the network.
High
If High is selected in the “Firewall Security Level” screen, the services listed at the bottom of the screen
(HTTP, FTP, POP3, SMTP, IMAP, IMAPv3, DNS, IPSEC IKE, IPSEC ESP, HTTPS, and NNTP) are the only
ones allowed to pass through the firewall. All other services will be blocked.
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Medium
If Medium is selected in the “Firewall Security Level” screen, the services listed at the bottom of the
screen (HTTP, FTP, POP3, SMTP, IMAP, IMAPv3, DNS, IPSEC IKE, IPSEC ESP, HTTPS, and NNTP) are
allowed to pass through the firewall. Additionally, the user can click in the appropriate check box to allow
or deny access for a particular service (check mark in the check box to allow; blank check box to deny). All
services not listed are denied access.
Low
If Low is selected in the “Firewall Security Level” screen, the services listed at the bottom of the screen
(NETBIOS-SSN, DNS, EPMAP, PROFILE, NETBIOS-NS, NETBIOS-DGM, MICROSOFT-DS, SNMP, LDAP,
and MICROSOFT-GC,) are blocked by the firewall. Additionally, the user can click in the appropriate check
box to allow or deny access for a particular service (check mark in the check box to allow; blank check box
to deny). All services not listed are denied access.
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Off
If Off is selected in the “Firewall Security Level” screen, firewall filtering is based solely on the basic NAT
firewall.
Dynamic Routing
Selecting Dynamic Routing in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Dynamic
Routing” screen.
If another router or gateway is set up behind the Gateway in the network configuration, consult the
documentation that came with the other router/gateway to see what kind of Dynamic Routing is required
operate it with the Gateway, then select the appropriate option.
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NAT (Network Address Translation)
Selecting NAT in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “NAT” 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. Do not turn NAT off unless instructed to do so by the ISP.
Static Routing
Selecting Static Routing in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Static Routing”
screen. Enter the addresses in their respective text boxes, then click Add. The address will appear in the
“Static Routing Table.” To remove an address, highlight it by clicking on it in the Static Routing Table,
then click Remove.
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UPnP (Universal Plug and Play)
Selecting UPnP in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “UPnP” screen. In this
screen, the Universal Plug and play option is turned on or off by activating the appropriate circle.
Universal Plug and Play is a zero-configuration networking protocol that allows hardware and software
(such as Netmeeting) to operate more efficiently. If Netmeeting is not running properly, activate UPnP.
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Note: Activating UPnP presents a slight security risk. After finishing with the hardware or
software using UPnP, Actiontec recommends deactivating UPnP.
Time Zone
Selecting Time Zone in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Time Zone” screen.
In this screen, select the time zone in which the Gateway is being used.
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Remote Syslog Capture
Selecting Remote Syslog Capture in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the
“Remote Syslog Capture” screen. In this screen, the user can configure the Gateway to allow a remote
computer to access the Gateway’s system logs.
Wireless Settings
To access the Gateway’s wireless configuration screens, select Wireless Settings from the menu on the left
side of the “Set Up/Configuration” screen.
This generates the “Wireless Settings” screen.
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Wireless
To activate the Gateway’s wireless radio, click in the circle next to On. To turn off wireless radio, click in
the circle next to Off.
ESSID
ESSID is the network name assigned to the wireless network. The factory default setting is “ACTIONTEC.”
Although Actiontec recommends keeping the default value intact, the ESSID value can be modified, using
any combination of alphanumeric characters (i.e., A-Z, a-z, 0-9). All wireless-capable computers included
on the Gateway’s wireless network must have this same ESSID value. (For the Actiontec 802.11b/g
Wireless PC Card, the ESSID value must be the same as the SSID value.)
Channel
Channel assigns the frequency band at which the Gateway communicates. In the United States, use
channels 1-11. (The factory default value is set to 9.)
Security
There are four wireless security options: Off, WEP, WEP+802.1x, and WPA. The latter three options are
different types of wireless security.
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Off
Selecting Off disables wireless security. Selecting this option allows any computer with wireless
capability and the correct ESSID value to join the wireless network.
WEP
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Selecting the security option “WEP” in the Wireless Settings screen generates the “WEP Key” screen.
Here, the authentication type, encryption level, and WEP keys are entered to activate WEP (Wired
Equivalent Privacy) security encryption for the wireless network.
Authentication Type - There are three authentication types: Open, Shared, and Both. Open
authentication allows any wireless-enabled device to recognize the network, even if the WEP key is
invalid. Shared allows only wireless-enabled devices with the correct WEP key to recognize the network.
64-bit WEP - 64-bit WEP requires one or more keys, each key comprising five hexadecimal pairs. A
hexadecimal digit consists of an alphanumeric character ranging from 0-9 or A-F. An example of a 64-bit
WEP key is: 4E-A3-3D-68-72. To create a set of 64-bit WEP keys, activate one or more keys by clicking
in the appropriate circles, then enter five hexadecimal digit pairs in each activated Key text box (Key 1-,
Key 2-, Key 3-, Key 4-). After activating 64-bit WEP on the Gateway, a computer with wireless
capability can join the network only if these same keys are entered in the computer’s wireless encryption
scheme.
128-bit WEP - 128-bit WEP requires one or more keys, comprising 13 hexadecimal pairs. A hexadecimal
digit consists of alphanumeric characters ranging from 0-9 or A-F. An example of a 128-bit WEP key is:
3D-44-FE-6C-A1-EF-2E-D3-C4-21-74-5D-B1. To create a 128-bit WEP key, activate Key 1 by clicking
in the appropriate circle, then enter 13 hexadecimal digit pairs in the Key text box. After activating 128bit WEP 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.
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256-bit WEP - 256-bit WEP requires one or more keys, each key comprising 29 hexadecimal pairs. A
hexadecimal digit consists of alphanumeric characters ranging from 0-9 or A-F. To create a 256-bit WEP
key, activate Key 1 by clicking in the appropriate circle, then enter 29 hexadecimal digit pairs in the Key
text box. After activating 256-bit WEP 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.
Note: Not all wireless PC Cards support 128- or 256-bit WEP. Ensure that all PC Cards
installed in the networked computers support 128- or 256-bit WEP before activating.
WEP+802.1x
Activating WEP+802.1x in the Wireless Settings screen generates the “Wireless 802.1x Security
Settings” screen. This setting is for enterprise networks only, and should be accessed by an experienced
information systems specialist.
To set up WEP+802.1x security, enter the IP address of the RADIUS server in the “Server IP Address” text
box, and the “Secret” key (for communication between the RADIUS server and the Gateway) in the
“Secret” text box. The “Port” and “Group Key Interval” values should remain the same
WPA
Activating WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) in the Wireless Settings screen generates the “Wireless WPA
Settings” screen.
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There are two levels of WPA. The “Group Key Interval,” “Server IP Address,” “Port,” and “Secret” text
boxes, along with the “802.1x” radio button, are enterprise network specific, and should only be accessed
by an information systems professional. See “WEP+802.1x” on the previous page for more
information.“PSK String” is for home network security. To set up a PSK (Pre-Shared Key), click in the
circle next to PSK String, then enter 8-63 alphanumeric characters in the text box. All wireless-enabled
devices must support WPA and know the PSK to join the network.
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Wireless MAC Authentication
Selecting Wireless MAC Authentication in the “Wireless Settings” screen generates the “Wireless MAC
Authentication” screen.
This feature allows the user to control the wireless LAN network by denying or allowing wireless access by
specifying the MAC address of the wireless client(s) allowed or denied access on the wireless network.After
changing settings, click Next or Back to continue, or Save and Restart to make all changes permanent.
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Wireless Advanced Settings
Selecting Wireless Advanced Settings in the “Wireless Settings” screen generates the “Wireless
Advanced Settings” screen.
SSID Broadcast
To prevent unknown users from associating with the Gateway’s network (by using “ANY” as an SSID, for
example), disable the Gateway’s SSID broadcast by clicking in the circle next to “Disable.”
802.11b/g Mode
Access to the Gateway’s network can be restricted to wireless clients using either the 802.11b or 802.11g
wireless adapters. Click on the down arrow next to the text box and select the desired option. Actiontec
recommends using the “Mixed” mode (the default option), which enables both 802.11b and 802.11g
wireless clients to join the network.
After changing settings, click Next or Back to continue, or Save and Restart to make all changes permanent.
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Viewing the Gateway’s Status
After configuring the Gateway, settings can be viewed by selecting Status in the Web Configurator’s Main
Menu. In the menu on the left side, there are other Status options available: Routing Table, ARP 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.
General Status
After configuring the Gateway, settings can be viewed by selecting Status in the Main Menu. The “General
Status” screen appears, displaying many of the Gateway’s settings. No settings (other than connecting or
disconnecting from the Internet by clicking on Connect or Disconnect) can be changed from the General
Status screen.
Firmware Version
Displays the firmware version the Gateway is currently running.
MAC Address
Displays the MAC (Media Access Control) address of the Gateway.
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WAN - Connection
Displays the state of the connection to the ISP service (Connected, Disconnected, or Connecting).
WAN - Mode
Displays the type of connection used to communicate with the ISP.
WAN - IP Address
Displays the IP address the ISP assigned to the Gateway.
WAN - Subnet Mask
Displays the subnet mask address the ISP assigned to the Gateway.
WAN - Gateway
Displays the Gateway address (for the IP address and subnet mask) the ISP assigned to the Gateway.
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Displays the Domain Name Server address(es) the ISP assigned to the Gateway.
LAN - IP Address
Displays the Local Area Network’s (LAN) IP address.
LAN - Net Mask
Displays the subnet mask address configured for the LAN IP address.
LAN - DHCP Server
Displays the state of the DHCP Server (On or Off).
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In the menu on the left side, there are other Status options available: Routing Table, ARP Table, WAN
Status, LAN Status, and Active User List. Click to generate the Status option of choice.
Routing Table
Selecting Routing Table generates the “Routing Table” screen. This screen displays on overview of the
Gateway’s routes.
ARP Table
Selecting ARP Table generates the “ARP Table” screen. This screen displays the IP address, MAC address
and interface type of locally connected computers and devices.
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WAN Status
Selecting WAN Status generates the “WAN Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the
Gateway’s WAN (Wide Area Network) connection, including information concerning the WAN and DSL
connection, as well as OAM statistics.
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LAN Status
Selecting LAN Status generates the “LAN Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the
Gateway’s LAN (Local Area Network) port connections, including information concerning any Ethernet,
USB, and/or wireless connections.
Active User List
Selecting Active User List generates the “Active User List” screen. This screen displays a list of the users
currently connected to the Gateway accessing the Internet with Network Address Translation (NAT)
security activated.
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Using Utilities
To access the Gateway’s Web-based Utilities, select Utilities from the Web Configurator’s Main Menu
screen. The “Utilities” screen appears.
From this screen, the Web activity and system log can be viewed, the DSL 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. To access the Web Activity Log, select Web Activity Log from the “Utilities” screen.
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Auto Refresh
To set the Web Activity Log screen to automatically refresh at certain intervals, activate 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. The Web
Activity Log will refresh at the selected interval.
Manual Refresh
To set the Web Activity Log screen to manually refresh, activate the circle next to “Manual Refresh” at the
bottom of the Web Activity Log screen. To refresh the Web Activity Log screen, click Refresh.
System Log
The System Log provides information about the Gateway’s activity. To access the Web Activity Log, select
Web Activity Log from the “Utilities” screen.
System Log (Size)
Select the size of the system log displayed here. The smaller the size, the shorter the length of the system
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Display
View other saved logs by selecting a log from this drop-down list.
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Pressing this button saves any changes to the System Log screen and causes the Save and Restart screen to
appear.
Save Log As
Pressing this button allows the user to save a log as a file.
DSL Settings
To access DSL Settings, select DSL Settings from the “Utilities” screen. The Gateway’s VPI, VCI, Mode,
and QoS (Quality of Service) settings can be changed from this screen. Actiontec recommends not
changing these values without first consulting the ISP.
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Restore Default Settings
To restore the Gateway to its factory default settings, select Restore Default Settings from the “Utilities”
screen. When the “Restore Default Settings” screen appears, click Restore Default Settings. Any changes
made to the Gateway’s settings will be lost and the factory default settings restored. During this process,
the Gateway’s Power light flashes and the Gateway is disabled.
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.
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. Follow the
instructions on-screen to upgrade the Gateway’s firmware.
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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, USB, or wirelessly.
Ethernet
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The Installation Buddy starts
automatically. Wait until the following screen appears, read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
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2. Read the instructions, select Adding Computers by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click
Next.
3. Select Ethernet, then click Next.
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4. When the next window appears, get the yellow Ethernet cable from the Quick Start Kit, then click Next.
5. Plug one end of the yellow Ethernet cable into one of the open yellow ports on the back of the
Gateway, then click Next.
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6. Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of the computer,
then click Next.
Note: An Ethernet port looks similar to a phone port, but is slightly bigger.
7. Make sure one of the Ethernet lights glows steadily green, then click Next.
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8. A series of congratulations windows appears. Click through them to exit the Installation Buddy.
The computer is connected to the Gateway via Ethernet. To connect more computers to the Gateway via
Ethernet, repeat this procedure.
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USB
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Note: If the first computer connected to the Gateway is connected via USB, no other
computers can be connected in this manner. Connect additional computers via Ethernet
(see page 71).
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The Installation Buddy starts
automatically. Wait until the following screen appears, read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
2. Read the instructions, select Additional Computers by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click
Next.
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3. Select USB, then click Next.
4. When the next window appears, get the blue USB cable from the Quick Start Kit, then click Next.
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5. Plug one end of the blue USB cable into the blue USB port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next.
6. Plug the other end of the blue USB cable into a USB port on the front or back of the computer, then
click Next.
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7. Make sure the USB light glows steadily green, then click Next.
8. A series of congratulations windows appears. Click through them to exit the Installation Buddy.
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The computer is connected to the Gateway via USB.
Wireless
To create a wireless network with the Gateway, see “Wireless Settings” on page 54 of this manual. After
setting up a wireless network, consult the manual of the wireless adapter connected to the computer to
connect to the Gateway’s wireless network. Computers wirelessly connected to the Gateway must have
wireless capabilities (via a PCI wireless adapter, USB wireless adapter, built-in wireless adapter, etc.).
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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 successful in all cases. Also included is a list of
frequently asked questions.
Troubleshooting
Cannot Use the Internet
Physical Connections
Ensure the Gateway’s Power light is on, as well as the appropriate lights for any active connections
(Ethernet, USB, Wireless). If the connection is not active, reconnect the appropriate cable or adapter.
Connection to the Router
Check that the default IP address the computer is receiving is correct by selecting Start, Run, typing cmd
in the “Open” text box, and then typing ipconfig. The IP address should be 192.168.0.x (with “x”
representing a number from 2 through 254), and the Default Gateway address should be 192.168.0.1. If
not, restart the computer to allow the Gateway to assign a IP address. If a static IP address was previously
assigned to the computer, it will need to be removed before the Gateway can dynamically assign a new IP
address. After the computer restarts, check the IP address of the computer again. If it is still not correct,
type ipconfig /? (note the space after ipconfig) to receive an explanation on how to release and
renew the IP address.Once the IP address has been verified as correct, open a Web browser. In the
“Address” text box, type 192.168.0.1 and click Go. The Gateway’s Web Configurator Main Menu
screen appears, verifying the Gateway’s active connection.
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Connection to the Internet
To verify the Gateway’s connection to the Internet, open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type
192.168.0.1 and click Go. The Gateway’s Web Configurator Main Menu appears. Select Status, and
once the “Status” screen appears, verify that “Connected” is displayed in the “WAN” section of the
screen. If not, power cycle the Gateway by unplugging and then replugging the Power cord. After power
cycling the Gateway, check the connection status again. If still disconnected, go to the Main Menu, select
Setup, and go through a Basic Setup procedure, making sure to enter all correct selections for your
connection. After saving all settings and restarting the Gateway, check the connection status again. If still
disconnected, unplug the Gateway’s Power cord and leave it unplugged for at least 10 minutes. Replug
the Power cord, restart the Gateway, and check the connection again.
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This section contains a list of questions concerning the Gateway, and answers to the questions.
General
I have run out of Ethernet ports on my Gateway. How do I add more computers?
Plugging in an Ethernet hub or switch can expand the number of ports on the Gateway. Connect a
standard Ethernet cable from the “Uplink” port of the new hub or switch to an Ethernet port on the
Gateway, then connect additional computers to the Ethernet hub or switch.
Which protocols does the Gateway support?
The internal LAN connections support multiple protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, NetBEUI, IPX/SPX, and
AppleTalk). The External WAN connection supports only TCP/IP.
Which connection speeds does the Gateway support?
The LAN connections on the Gateway support 10/100 Mbps. The WAN connection supports 8 Mbps
because of the physical restrictions placed on broadband connections. The 802.11g wireless connection
supports up to 54 Mbps connection speeds (depending on signal quality, environmental factors, and
physical distance).
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Will my Xbox work with the Gateway?
Yes, the Gateway is compatible with the Xbox. You will need to set a static IP on the Xbox in the Xbox
live network settings, and forward ports 3074 (both UDP and TCP), 53 (both UDP and TCP), and 88 (UDP)
if you run into DSL resolution errors.
Is the Gateway flash-upgradeable? How do I do it?
Yes, the firmware is upgradeable. You can find a link to the firmware site under “Utilities” in the Webbased configurator (see page 67).
Does the Gateway function as a DSL modem?
Yes, the Gateway has a built-in DSL Modem.
Wireless
Can I use an 802.11b wireless card to connect to the Gateway?
Yes, the Gateway can handle 802.11b cards or 802.11g cards. The 802.11g standard is backward
compatible with the 802.11b standard. The Gateway can be setup to handle just “g” wireless cards, just
“b” wireless cards, or both.
If I install several Gateways in different locations in my building, will they be able to talk to each
other? Will I be able to stay connected as I move between them?
The Gateway does not communicate with other access points, since it is a single access point system. If
you install several Gateway devices and move between coverage areas, your wireless device would
actually have to reconnect to a separate network.
Which wireless cards will work with the Gateway?
The Gateway will connect with any wireless card supporting the 802.11g or 802.11b wireless standards.
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Can my wireless signal pass through floors, walls, and glass?
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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. Concrete or metal reinforced structures
will cause a higher degree of signal loss than those made of wood, plaster, or glass.
I have an Apple computer that uses the Airport wireless device. Is this device compatible with
the Gateway?
Yes, the Apple Airport system complies with the 802.11b and 802.11g standards. If you use the WEP
security feature, refer to the Apple Airport documentation for information on the proper method to enter
the WEP key for compatibility with the Gateway’s hexadecimal WEP entry.
Network
I use my laptop at work and at home. Is there something special I need to do to make it work in
both places?
Yes. You must reconfigure your network settings, including Workgroup, Domain, Password, User name,
IP addressing, and any other specific settings used by your company. You may also use third-party
software like NetSwitcher to automatically switch between different configurations.
What is the valid IP range I can use for my home network?
The valid IP range for the Gateway is 192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 by default.
How do I find out which IP address my computer is using?
Windows 98, 98SE, and Me - Select Start, Run, and type winipcfg. Press Enter. When the
“Winipcfg” window appears, ensure your network device is selected.
Windows NT, 2000, and XP - Select Start, Run and type cmd. Press Enter. When the command
screen is displayed, type ipconfig and press Enter.
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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 IP address.
Windows 98, 98SE, and Me - Go to Start, Run, type winipcfg, and press Enter. Ensure the
Ethernet adapter is selected in the device box. Press the Release_all button, then press the Renew_all
button.
Windows NT 4.0 and 2000 - Go to Start, Run, type cmd, and press Enter. At the DOS prompt type
ipconfig /release, then type ipconfig /renew. (Note the space after ipconfig.)
Windows XP - Unplug the Ethernet cable or wireless card and plug it back in.
Can I run an application located on another computer over the network?
Yes, if the application is designed to run over a network.
Can I play games between computers on my network, or on the Internet?
Yes, if the games were designed for multi-player or LAN play. For specific information about whether a
game is capable of Internet or LAN play, refer to the game documentation. Some games require ports to
be forwarded to host or join games over the Internet.
I have an FTP or Web server on my network. How can I make it available to users on the
Internet?
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For a Web server, enable port forwarding for port 8080 to the IP address of the server and set up the Web
server to receive on that port, as well. (Configuring the server for static IP address use is recommended.)
For an FTP server, enable port forwarding for port 21 to the IP address of the server. (Configuring the
server for static IP address use is recommended.)
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Connections
How many computers can be connected through the Gateway?
The Gateway is capable of 253 connections, but having no more than 45 connections 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 Gateway is admin (all lower case). To activate the password to protect the
Gateway, change the default password, which is blank by default. Remote management is not available
on the Gateway until the default password is changed.
Does the Gateway function as a firewall?
Yes. The Gateway provides its security through the use of a NAT and SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection)
firewall, which acts as a physical barrier between your network and the Internet.
What is NAT and how does it protect my network?
NAT (Network Address Translation) is a type of security that masks the private IP addresses of the
computers on your network with a single public IP address. With NAT, the private IP address of the
computers on your network is never transmitted over the Internet.
Which Virtual Private Networking (VPN) protocols are supported?
The Gateway supports pass-through for PPTP, L2TP, and IPSec.
Can I use Internet firewall or security programs with my network?
Because the Gateway has firewall security, it is not necessary to use any other program for security. The
use of third-party firewall or Internet security software is not recommended, since certain programs
create problems on a private network (BlackIce Defender, Norton Internet Security, and ZoneAlarm, for
example).
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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 computers running Windows 98 SE, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, and XP.
1. From the desktop, right-click on My Computer.
2. Select Properties from the menu that appears.
3. When the “System Properties” window appears, select General.The version of the operating system,
processor type, and amount of RAM installed in the computer are listed here.
4. Close the System Properties window.
5. From the desktop, double-click on My Computer.
6. Right-click the icon representing your hard disk. For example: Local Disk (C:). Some computers have
multiple hard disks.
7. From the menu that appears, select Properties.
8. When the window appears, select General.
9. The free space value is the available space on the hard disk.
10. Close all windows.
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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.
Windows 98 SE
1. From the desktop, click Start.
2. When the menu appears, select Find, then Files or Folders.
3. When the “Find: All Files” window appears, select Name & Location.
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4. In the “Named” text box, enter: *.cab
5. Click the down arrow next to the “Look In” text box and select My Computer from the list that
appears.
6. Click Find Now.
7. When the search is complete, note the directory path that appears most often in the “In Folder” column.
For example: C:\WINDOWS \SYSTEM.
8. The Windows operating system files are located in this directory. Write down the directory path for
future reference.
9. Close the Find: All Files window.
Windows Me, 2000
1. From the desktop, click Start.
2. Select Search, then For Files and Folders.
3. Windows Me: The “Search Results” window appears. In the “Search for files or folders named” text
box, enter: *.cab
Windows 2000: The “Search Results” window appears. In the “Search for files or folders named” text box,
enter: i386
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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.
5. Click Search Now.
6. 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.
Windows 2000: When the search is complete, note the directory path that appears most often in the “In
Folder” column. For example:C:\WINNT \Driver Cache.
7. The Windows operating system files are located in this directory. Write down the directory path for
future reference.
8. Close the Search Results window.
Windows NT 4.0
1. From the desktop, click Start.
2. When the menu appears, select Find, then Files or Folders.
3. When the “Find: All Files” window appears, select Name & Location.
4. In the “Named” text box, enter: i386
5. Click the down arrow next to the “Look In” text box and select My Computer from the list that
appears.
6. Click Find Now.
7. When the search is complete, note the directory path that appears most often in the “In Folder” column.
For example: C:\.
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8. The Windows operating system files are located in this directory. Write down the directory path
(followed by “i386”) for future reference.
9. Close the Find: All Files window.
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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. Another panel, titled “Search by any or all of the criteria below” appears. In the “Look in” text box, click
the down arrow and select My Computer from the menu that appears.
5. In the “All or part of the file name” text box, enter: i386
6. Click Search.
7. When the search is complete, note the directory path that appears most often in the “In Folder” column.
For example: C:\WINDOWS \Driver Cache\.
8. The Windows operating system files are located in this directory. Write down the directory path
(followed by “\i386”) for future reference.
9. Close the Search Results window.
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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-enabled to static IP, so that
the computer and the Gateway are on the same network subnet.
To set up static IP on a computer, select the operating system and follow the instructions.
Note: The following procedures are based on the Gateway’s factory default IP address. If
the Gateway’s IP address has been changed, enter the new IP address when instructed to
enter an IP address.
Windows 98 SE
1. From the desktop, click on the Start button in the lower left corner.
2. From the menu that appears, select Settings.
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3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel.
4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
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5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components are installed” list box,
locate and double-click TCP/IP.
6. The “TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Select IP Address.
7. In the IP Address tab, make sure the circle next to “Specify an IP Address” is selected. When active, a
black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone.
8. Enter the following address in the “IP Address” text box: 192.168.0.2Enter the periods in the address
by pressing the space bar on the keyboard.
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9. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0Enter the periods in the
address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard.
10. Click OK. The TCP/IP Properties window disappears.
11. In the Network window, click OK. The Network window disappears.
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12. The “System Settings Change” window appears, asking whether the computer should be restarted.
Click Yes.
The computer restarts. It is now set up with a static IP address, allowing access to the Gateway’s Web
Configurator utility (as shown in chapters 3, 4, 5, and 6).
Windows Me
1. From the desktop, click on the Start button in the lower left corner.
2. From the menu that appears, select Settings.
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3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel.
4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
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5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components are installed” list box,
locate and double-click TCP/IP.
6. The “TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Click IP Address.
7. In the IP Address tab, make sure the circle next to “Specify an IP Address” is selected. When active, a
black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone.
8. Enter the following address in the “IP Address” text box: 192.168.0.2Enter the periods in the address
by pressing the space bar on the keyboard.
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9. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0Enter the periods in the
address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard.
10. Click OK. The TCP/IP Properties window disappears.
11. If there is a check in the box next to “Detect connection to network media,” click on it to uncheck the
box.
12. In the Network window, click OK. The Network window disappears.
13. The “System Settings Change” window appears, asking whether the computer should be restarted.
Click Yes.
The computer restarts. It is now set up with a static IP address, allowing access to the Gateway’s Web
Configurator utility (as shown in chapters 3, 4, 5, and 6).
Windows 2000
1. From the desktop, click on the Start button in the lower left corner.
2. From the menu that appears, select Settings.
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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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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 corresponds to the network card installed in the computer by finding the name of the
network card in the Device Name column.
6. The “Local Area Connection Status” window appears. Select General, then click Properties.
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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 (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears.
10. In the General tab, make sure the circle next to “Use the following IP Address ” is selected. When
active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone.
11. Enter the following address in the “IP Address” text box: 192.168.0.2Enter the periods in the address
by pressing the space bar on the keyboard.
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12. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0Enter the periods in the
address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard.
13. Click OK. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window disappears.
14 In the “Local Area Connection Properties” window, click OK. The Local Area Connection Properties
window disappears.
15. Click Close in the Local Area Connection Status window. The window disappears.
16. Close the Network and Dial-up Connections window by clicking on the “x” button at the upper right
corner of the window.
The computer restarts. It is now set up with a static IP address, allowing access to the Gateway’s Web
Configurator utility (as shown in chapters 3, 4, 5, and 6).
Windows XP
1. From the desktop, click Start button in the lower left corner.
2. From the menu that appears, select Control Panel.
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3. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network Connections.
4. In the “Network Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection. A number may be
displayed after the Local Area Connection. If more than one Local Area Connection is listed, locate the
one that corresponds to the network card installed in your computer by finding the name of the
network card in the “Device Name” column.
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5. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select General.
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6. In the “This connection uses the following items” list box, double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
7. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears.
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8. In the General tab, make sure the circle next to “Use the following IP Address” is selected. When active,
a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone.
9. Enter the following address in the “IP Address” text box: 192.168.0.2Enter the periods in the address
by pressing the space bar on the keyboard.
10. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0Enter the periods in the
address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard.
11. Click OK. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window disappears.
12 In the Local Area Connection Properties window, click Close. The Local Area Connection Properties
window disappears.
13. Click Close in the Local Area Connection Status window. The windowdisappears.
14. Close the Network and Dial-up Connections window by clicking on the “x” button at the upper right
corner of the window.
The computer restarts. It is now set up with a static IP address, allowing access to the Gateway’s Web
Configurator utility (as shown in chapters 3, 4, 5, and 6).
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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. Unless access to the
computer is controlled, someone on the Internet can access the information on the computer and steal,
damage, or destroy that information.
Actiontec recommends securing your computer from unwanted intrusion. Security is ultimately the end
user’s responsibility. Please secure your computer, and don’t be a victim.
Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem
With a dial-up modem, a computer user makes an Internet connection by dialing a telephone number, surfs
the Internet for a period of time, and then disconnects the dial-up modem. No one on the Internet can access
a computer not connected to the Internet.
Unlike a dial-up modem, DSL service is “always connected.” The connection is always available – there is
no need to dial a phone number to access the Internet. The computer can be connected to the Internet all the
time.
With both types of Internet connections, access to the computer must be controlled to make sure someone
on the Internet doesn’t access the information on the computer. The longer the computer is connected to the
Internet, the easier it is for someone on the Internet to find the computer and attempt to access it without
permission. DSL service also provides fast Internet connections. This not only improves Internet
performance, it also improves Internet performance for anyone attempting to access the computer.
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Gateway Security
Be sure to provide the Gateway with an administrative password. If a password is not set, someone on the
Internet can access the Gateway and change its configuration or steal information from your computers. For
instructions on setting the password, see page 35.
Computer Security
To protect the valuable information on the computer, review the following topics. These topics cover
software programs and operating system features affecting the security of the computer’s data.
Anti-Virus Programs
The computer should have an anti-virus program, and the virus definitions should be updated on a regular
basis – at least once a month.
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E-Mail Attachments
Never run a program received as an attachment to an E-mail message unless the program is known to be
safe. A program from an unknown source can delete all the files on the computer’s hard disk or install a
“back door” software application that lets people on the Internet gain access to the computer without
permission.
Internet Browsers
Always exit the Internet browser (Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox, for example). Never “minimize” the
browser or leave it open in the background. Breaking into a computer is easier when an Internet browser is
running.
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 installing a firewall.
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Electronic Security
Here are two methods to secure your computer electronically.
Network Address Translation
If a local area network and a PPP connection to the ISP using dynamic IP addresses through a DHCP server
are being used, Network Address Translation (NAT) is being used. NAT provides a very basic level of
security.
Firewalls
The safest way to prevent attacks on the computer is through a firewall – a hardware device or software
program that protects the computer from unauthorized access by controlling who can access your computer
and by monitoring the transmissions between the computer and the Internet
Windows XP has a built-in firewall. For more information, select Help and Support Center from the Help
menu. Search for Internet Connection Firewall.
If Windows 98 SE, Me, NT 4.0, or 2000 is running on the computer, consider installing a firewall.
Hardware and software firewall products are changing rapidly as more homes and businesses establish
high-speed digital connections between their local area networks and the Internet.
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Specifications
General
Model Number
GT704-WG (54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway)
Standards
IEEE 802.3 (10BaseT)IEEE 802.3u (100BaseTX)IEEE 802.11g (Wireless)G.dmtG.litet1.413RFC 1483,
2364, 2516
Protocol
LAN - CSMA/CDWAN - PPP, DHCP, Static IP
WAN
Full-rate ADSL Interface
LAN
10/100 RJ-45 switched ports (4)USB port
Speed
LAN Ethernet: 10/100 Mbps auto-sensingWireless: 802.11g 54 Mbps optimal (see “Wireless Operating
Range” for details)
Cabling Type
Ethernet 10BaseT: UTP/STP Category 3 or 5Ethernet100BaseTX: UTP/STP Category 5USB
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Wireless Operating Range
Indoors
Up to 91 M (300 ft.)
Outdoors
Up to 533 M (1750 ft.)
Topology
Star (Ethernet)
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LED Indicators
Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet (4), USB, Wireless
Environmental
Power
External, 12V DC, 600mA
Certifications
FCC Class B, FCC Class C (part 15, 68), CE Mark Commercial, UL
Operating Temperature
0º C to 40º C (32º F to 104º F)
Storage Temperature
-20º C to 70º C (-4º F to 158º F)
Operating Humidity
10% to 85% (non-condensing)
Storage Humidity
5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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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 coverage area of the access point and remain connected to the network. If
connected to an Ethernet network, the access point monitors Ethernet traffic and forwards appropriate
Ethernet messages to the wireless network, while also monitoring wireless traffic and forwarding
wireless client messages to the Ethernet network.
ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode)
A networking technology based on transferring data in fixed-size cells.
Client
A desktop or mobile computer connected to a network.
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
A protocol designed to automatically assign an IP address to every computer on the network.
DNS (Domain Name System) Server Address
Allows Internet host computers to have a domain name and one or more IP addresses. A DNS server
keeps a database of host computers and their respective domain names and IP addresses so that when a
user enters a domain name into a Web browser, the user is sent to the proper IP address. The DNS server
address used by computers on the home network corresponds to the location of the DNS server the ISP
has assigned.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) Modem
A modem that uses existing phone lines to transmit data at high speeds.
Encryption
A method to provide wireless data transmissions a level of security.
ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifier)
A unique identifier for a wireless network. Also known as “SSID.”
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Ethernet Network
A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs.
Firewall
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A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damaging files or computers on
the network.
Gateway
A central device that manages the data traffic of the network, as well as data traffic to and from the
Internet.
IP (Internet Protocol) Address
A series of four numbers separated by periods identifying a unique Internet computer host.
ISP Gateway Address
An IP address for the Internet router. This address is only required when using a cable or DSL modem.
ISP (Internet Service Provider)
A business that allows individuals or businesses to connect to the Internet.
LAN (Local Area Network)
A group of computers and devices connected together in a relatively small area (such as a house or an
office). A home network is considered a LAN.
MAC (Media Access Control) Address
The unique hardware address of a device connected to a network.
NAT (Network Address Translation)
A method allowing all of the computers on a home network to use one IP address, enabling access to the
Internet from any computer on the home network without having to purchase more IP addresses from the
ISP.
PC Card
An adapter that inserts in the PCMCIA slot of a computer, enabling the communication with a device.
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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 the network.
Subnet Mask
A set of four numbers configured like an IP address used to create IP address numbers used only within a
particular network.
SSID
See “ESSID.”
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
The standard protocol for data transmission over the Internet.
WAN (Wide Area Network)
A network that connects computers located in separate areas, (i.e., different buildings, cities, countries).
The Internet is a WAN.
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WiFi Alliance (Wireless Fidelity Alliance)
An industry group that certifies cross-vender interoperability and compatibility of IEEE 802.11b/g
wireless networking products and promotes the standard for enterprise, small business, and home
environments.
WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network)
A group of computers and other devices connected wirelessly in a small area.
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Non-Windows System Setup
The Gateway supports both the Classic Macintosh operating systems (9.2.2 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.
Classic
To configure the Gateway, Open Transport 2.5.2 or above must be loaded on the computer.
1. Click Apple, Control Panels, then TCP/IP.
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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.
5. Select Using DHCP Server from the “Configure” drop-down list.
6. Ensure the “Use 802.3” option is not checked.
7. Disregard any addresses in the IP Address text boxes. They will be reacquired when the first connection
is made.
8. Click Options and when the “TCP/IP Options” window appears, select Active. Ensure the “Load only
when needed” option is not checked, then click OK.
9. Close the “TCP/IP” window and when prompted to save changes, click Save.
10. Restart the computer. The TCP/IP settings are configured.
To finish setting up the computer to connect with the Gateway, follow the instructions in chapter 3,
“Performing a Basic Setup,” on page 33.
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OS X
1. From the Apple Menu, select System Preferences.
2. When the “System Preferences” window appears, click Network.
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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 DHCP.
5. Click Apply Now and close the “System Preferences” application. The TCP/IP settings are configured.
To finish setting up the computer to connect with the Gateway, follow the instructions in chapter 3,
“Performing a Basic Setup,” on page 33.
Notices
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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 installation. 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
implementing one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna;
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver;
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected;
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.
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.
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, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unwanted
operation.
Important Note
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and
your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
For questions regarding your product or the FCC declaration, contact:
Actiontec Electronics, Inc.760 North Mary Ave. Sunnyvale, CA 94086 United States
Tel: (408) 752-7700 Fax: (408) 541-9005
Miscellaneous Legal Notices
© 2005 Actiontec Electronics, Inc. Actiontec Installation Buddy, Connection 1-2-3, Solutions for the
Digital Life, Actiontec Digital Gear, and the Actiontec logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Actiontec Electronics, Inc.
All other names are the property of their respective owners.
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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’ sole obligation under this express warranty shall be, at Actiontec’s option and
expense, to repair the defective product or part, deliver to Customer an equivalent product or part to replace
the defective item, or if neither of the two foregoing options is reasonably available, Actiontec Electronics
may, in its sole discretion, refund to Customer the purchase price paid for the defective product. All
products that are replaced will become the property of Actiontec Electronics, Inc. Replacement products
may be new or reconditioned. Actiontec Electronics warrants any replaced or repaired product or part for
ninety (90) days from shipment, or the remainder of the initial warranty period, whichever is longer.
Software: Actiontec Electronics warrants to Customer that each software program licensed from it will
perform in substantial conformance to its program specifications, for a period of ninety (90) days from the
date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller. Actiontec Electronics warrants the
media containing software against failure during the warranty period. The only updates that will be
provided are at the sole discretion of Actiontec Electronics and will only be available for download at the
Actiontec Web site, www.actiontec.com. Actiontec Electronics’ sole obligation under this express warranty
shall be, at Actiontec Electronics’ option and expense, to refund the purchase price paid by Customer for
any defective software product, or to replace any defective media with software which substantially
conforms to applicable Actiontec Electronics published specifications. Customer assumes responsibility for
the selection of the appropriate applications program and associated reference materials. Actiontec
Electronics makes no warranty or representation that its software products will meet Customer’s
requirements or work in combination with any hardware or applications software products provided by
third parties, that the operation of the software products will be uninterrupted or error free, or that all
defects in the software products will be corrected. For any third-party products listed in the Actiontec
Electronics software product documentation or specifications as being compatible, Actiontec Electronics
will make reasonable efforts to provide compatibility, except where the non-compatibility is caused by a
“bug” or defect in the third party’s product or from use of the software product not in accordance with
Actiontec Electronics published specifications or user guide.
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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.
FOR THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT
GOVERNING THE USE OF SUCH SOFTWARE.
Obtaining Warranty Service: Customer may contact Actiontec Electronics Technical Support Center
within the applicable warranty period to obtain warranty service authorization. Dated proof of purchase
from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller may be required. Products returned to Actiontec
Electronics must be pre-authorized by Actiontec Electronics with a Return Merchandise Authorization
(RMA) number marked on the outside of the package, and sent prepaid and packaged appropriately for safe
shipment, and it is recommended that they be insured or sent by a method that provides for tracking of the
package. The repaired or replaced item will be shipped to Customer, at Actiontec Electronics’ expense, not
later than thirty (30) days after Actiontec Electronics receives the defective product.
Return the product to:
(In the United States)
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760 North Mary Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Actiontec Electronics shall not be responsible for any software, firmware, information, memory data, or
Customer data contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to Actiontec Electronics for
repair, whether under warranty or not.
WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE: IF AN ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS’ PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS
WARRANTED ABOVE, CUSTOMER’S SOLE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THAT WARRANTY SHALL BE
REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AT ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS’
OPTION. TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES
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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 PRODUCT, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR BY
ACCIDENT, FIRE, LIGHTNING, OTHER HAZARDS, OR ACTS OF GOD.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS
ALSO EXCLUDES FOR ITSELF AND ITS SUPPLIERS ANY LIABILITY, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT
OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR
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REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AT ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS’ OPTION.
THIS DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES WILL NOT BE AFFECTED IF ANY REMEDY PROVIDED
HEREIN SHALL FAIL OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.
Disclaimer: Some countries, states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied
warranties or the limitation of incidental or consequential damages for certain products supplied to
consumers, or the limitation of liability for personal injury, so the above limitations and exclusions may be
limited in their application to you. When the implied warranties are not allowed to be excluded in their
entirety, they will be limited to the duration of the applicable written warranty. 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. In the event that the Customer is still not satisfied with the
response of the Director of Marketing, the Customer is instructed to contact the Chief Financial Officer
and/or President.
Limited Warranty
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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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