Actiontec Electronics M6240V GbE 11AC Fiber Gateway User Manual Manual

Actiontec Electronics Inc GbE 11AC Fiber Gateway Manual

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User Guide GbE 11ac Fiber GatewayModel # M6240V0535-0021-000 rev. 1
iTable of ContentsIntroduction 1Getting to Know the Gateway 1Connecting the Gateway 4Setting Up the Gateway 4Computer Network Conguration 7Home Page 9Specifications 12General 12LED Indicators 12Environmental 13Notices 14Warranty 14Important Safety Instructions 14FCC Class B Equipment 16Contact Info 16
1IntroductionThank you for purchasing the GbE 11ac Fiber Gateway. The Gateway features four Ethernet ports, making it one of the most versatile Gateways available. If you want to take your home or office networking to the next level, the Actiontec Broadband Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success.Getting to Know the GatewayThis section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s LEDs, ports, etc. The Gateway features several indicator lights on its front panel, and a series of ports and switches on its rear panel.Front PanelThe front panel of the Gateway features 3 indicator LEDs: Internet, Wireless, and WPS.Internet LED The Internet LED is illuminated when the Gateway is connected to the Internet.WIreless LED The Wireless LED illuminates when the Gateway is broadcasting a wireless sig-nal. If the LED blinks, a wireless device is connected to the Gateway’s wireless network.1
2GbE 11ac Fiber GatewayWPS Button/LED The WPS button is used to connect other wireless devices to the Gateway’s wire-less network via WPS. When the LED ring around the button is illuminated, it is in operation.Rear PanelLAN Ethernet Ports (4) The Ethernet ports connect devices to the Gateway via Ethernet cables to create a local area network (LAN). The Ethernet ports are 100/1000 Mbps auto-sens-ing ports, and are equipped with two LEDs. If one LED is illuminated, the port is operating at 100 Mbps; if both are illuminated, the port is operating at 1000 Mbps.WAN Ethernet Port The WAN Ethernet port connects the Gateway via Ethernet cable to the Internet. It is a 100/1000 Mbps auto-sensing port, and equipped with two LEDs. If one LED is illuminated, the port is operating at 100 Mbps; if both are illumi-nated, the port is operating at 1000 Mbps.SFP Port The SFP port connects the Gateway via SFP cable to the Internet. It is equipped with one LEDs which, if illuminated, denotes that the port is operational.MoCA Port The MoCA port connects the Gateway via coaxial cable to the Internet. It is equipped with two LEDs: a WAN LED (signifying the MoCA port is operating as a WAN port), and a LAN LED (signifying the MoCA port is operating as a LAN port).
3IntroductionReset ButtonTo restore the Gateway’s factory default settings, press and hold the Reset button for approximately ten seconds. The reset process will start about ten seconds after releasing the button. When the Gateway resets, all the lights on the front panel turn off, and then the lights start flashing. The Gateway has completed its reset process when the Power light glows steadily green.M Caution: Do not unplug the Power cord from the Gateway during the reset process. Doing so may result in the loss of the Gateway’s configuration information. If this occurs, reset the Gateway again.Power SwitchThe Power switch powers the Gateway on and off.Power PortThe Power port connects the Gateway to an electrical wall outlet via the Power cord.M Caution: Do not unplug the Power cord from the Gateway during the reset process. Doing so may result in the loss of the Gateway’s configuration information. If this occurs, reset the Gateway again.
4Connecting the GatewayConnecting a computer or local network to the Gateway is a simple procedure, varying slightly depending on the computer’s operating system, and designed to seamlessly integrate the Gateway with the computer or local network. Moreover, zero-configuration is attained when taking advantage of Universal Plug-and-Play support in Windows XP. The Windows default network settings dictate that in most cases, the setup pro-cedure described in the “Computer Network Configuration” will be unnecessary. For example, the default DHCP setting in Windows 2000 is “client,” requiring no further modification. However, Actiontec advises following the setup procedure described below to verify all communication parameters are valid and the physical cable connections are correct. Setting Up the GatewayThere are three parts to setting up the Gateway: Connecting the Cables, Configuring the Gateway, and Connecting Other Computers/Set Top Boxes.Connecting the Cables☞ Note: If a different Gateway was being used, disconnect it. Remove all Gateway components, including power supplies and cables, since they will not work with the Gateway.1. Get the Gateway and its black Power cord (external, 12V DC, 3.5A, model # NBS40C120350VU, manufactured by Actiontec) from the box.2. Plug the black Power cord in the black port on the back of the Gateway and then into a power outlet.3. Turn the Gateway on.4. Plug the yellow Ethernet cable from the box into one of the four yellow Ethernet ports on the back of the Gateway.5. 6Make sure the computer is powered on, then plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the computer.2
5Connecting the Gateway6. Make sure at least one of the Ethernet LAN lights on the front of the Gateway glows steadily green. This may take a few moments.7. The phone company previously installed a high-speed Ethernet wall jack somewhere in the house. Locate it and plug one end of the white Ethernet cable in the wall jack.8. Plug the other end of the white Ethernet cable in the white port on the back of the Gateway.9. Make sure the Ethernet WAN light on the front of the Gateway glows steadily green.☞ Note: If the Ethernet WAN light does not illuminate, make sure the Ethernet cable is connected properly at both ends.
6GbE 11ac Fiber GatewayConfiguring the Gateway1. Open a web browser on the computer connected to the Gateway. In the “Address” text box, type: http://192.168.1.1 then press Enter on the keyboard.2. The “Login” screen appears. Enter the default user name (admin) and pass-word (password) in the appropriate text boxes, then click OK.3. The “Login Setup” screen appears. Select a new user name and password and enter them in the appropriate text boxes (the password must be entered twice, for validation purposes). Write the new user name and password down on a piece of paper and keep it in a safe place, since they will be needed to access the Gateway’s MegaControl Panel™ in the future.
7Connecting the Gateway4. In the bottom part of the screen, select the correct time zone from the “Time Zone” drop-down list, then click OK at the bottom of the screen.5. The Gateway is now configured.Connecting Other Computers/Set Top BoxesTo connect the Gateway to other computers or set top boxes:1. Get an Ethernet cable and plug one end into one of the open yellow Ethernet ports on the back of the Gateway.2. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the computer.3. Make sure the corresponding Ethernet LAN light on the front of the Gateway glows steadily green.4. Repeat these steps for each computer to be connected to the Gateway.Computer Network Conguration Each network interface on the computer should either be configured with a stati-cally defined IP address and DNS address, or instructed to automatically obtain an IP address using the Network DHCP server. The Gateway is set up, by default, with an active DHCP server, and Actiontec recommends leaving this setting as is. Configuring a Computer to Use Dynamic IP AddressingTo configure a computer to use dynamic IP addressing: Windows XP1. Select Network Connections in the Control Panel. 2. Right-click Ethernet Local Area Connection, then click Properties.3. In the “General” tab, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties. 4. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears.
8GbE 11ac Fiber Gateway5. Click the “Obtain an IP address automatically” radio button. 6. Click the “Obtain DNS server address automatically” radio button. 7. Click OK to save the settings.Windows 2000/98/Me 1. Select Network and Dialing Connections in the Control Panel. 2. Right-click on the Ethernet connection’s icon, then click Properties. 3. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) component, then click Properties. 4. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears. 5. Click the “Obtain an IP address automatically” radio button. 6. Click the “Obtain DNS server address automatically” radio button. Windows NT 1. Click Network in the Control Panel. The “Network” window appears. 2. In the “Protocol” tab, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) then click Properties. 3. In the “IP Address” tab, click the “Obtain an IP address automatically” radio button. 4. In the “DNS” tab, verify no DNS server is defined in the “DNS Service Search Order” text box and no suffix is defined in the “Domain Suffix Search Order” text box. Linux 1. Login into the system as a super-user, by entering “su” at the prompt. 2. Type “ifconfig” to display the network devices and allocated IPs. 3. Type “pump -i <dev>,” where <dev> is the network device name.
9Connecting the Gateway4. Type “ifconfig” again to view the newly allocated IP address. 5. Make sure no firewall is active on device <dev>. Home Page After logging into the Gateway’s GUI, (see “Configuring the Gateway” at the beginning of this chapter), the Home screen appears.The Home screen has a menu that occupies the top of the screen. Below that, the screen is divided into three columns: “My Router,” “My Network,” and “Action Zone.” A brief description of each continues below.Main MenuThe “Main Menu” contains links to all of the configuration options of the Gateway: My Network (explained in chapter 3 of this manual), Firewall Settings (chapter 5), Parental Controls (chapter 6), Advanced (chapter 7), and System Monitoring (chapter 8).
10GbE 11ac Fiber GatewayMy RouterThis section displays the status of the Gateway’s network and Internet connection. A green light signifies the Gateway is connected; a yellow light means the Gateway is attempting to connect; and a red light signifies the Gateway’s connection is down.Broadband ConnectionThe “Broadband Connection” section of My Gateway displays the state of the Gateway’s broadband connection (“Connected” or “Disconnected”) for the con-nection option (“Ethernet Status”).Quick LinksThe “Quick Links” section of My Gateway contains a list of frequently accessed settings, including “Change Login User Name & Password,” “Enable Gaming,” and “Logout.”My NetworkThe “My Network” section of the Home screen displays the connection type, name, IP address, and MAC (Media Access Control) address of all devices connected to the Gateway’s network. The icon associated with the device will be displayed nor-mally (signifying an active device) or shaded (signifying the device has not been active for at least 60 seconds). The user can also configure the basic settings of each device by clicking on its icon. These settings are described in more detail in chapter 3, “Configuring My Network Settings.”
11Connecting the GatewayAction ZoneThis section contains links to various Verizon Web sites, and other informational links. Clicking on the flashing icon above “Go to Internet Now” connects the user to the home page configured on the user’s web browser.
12SpecificationsGeneralModel NumberM6240V (GbE 11ac Fiber Router)StandardsWireless IEEE 802.11ac Wireless IEEE 802.11n Wireless IEEE 802.11a/b/g Ethernet IEEE 802.3/802.3u/802.3ab 10/100/1000 Base-TIPIPv6 Dual Stack DHCPv6 with PD on WAN Stateful or Stateless on LANSpeedLAN Ethernet: 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-sensing Cabling TypeEthernet 10BaseT: UTP/STP Category 3 or 5 Ethernet100BaseTX: UTP/STP Category 5 LED IndicatorsInternet, Wirless, WPS, LAN (8), WAN (2), SFP, MoCA (2)B
13GbE 11ac Fiber RouterEnvironmentalPowerExternal, 12V DC, 3.5A Model # NBS40C 120350VU Manufactured by ActiontecCertificationsFCC Part 15B, 15C UL WiFi WPSOperating Temperature0º C to 40º C (32º F to 104º F)Storage Temperature-20º C to 70º C (-4º F to 158º F)Operating Humidity8% to 93% (non-condensing)Storage Humidity5% to 100% (non-condensing)☞ Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
14NoticesWarrantyThis product has a one-year Limited Hardware Warranty and 90-day free software updates from date of purchase.Local LawThis Limited Warranty Statement gives the customer specific legal rights. The customer may also have other rights, which vary from state to state in the United States, and from country to country elsewhere in the world.To the extent that this Limited Warranty Statement is inconsistent with local law, this Statement shall be deemed modified to be consistent with such local law. Under such local law, certain disclaimers and limitations of this Warranty Statement may not apply to the customer.Go to http://www.actiontec.com/products/warranty.php for more information.Important Safety InstructionsBasic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electri-cal shock, and personal injury, including the following:Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, or swimming pool, or in a wet basement; only clean with dry cloth.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufactur-er’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat regis-ters, stoves, or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak;Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual if applicable. Note: you may need to reword for batteries or adapters.Do not dispose of batteries in fire, as they may explode – check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions if applicable.
15GbE 11ac Fiber Router15Telephone Line Cord CautionTo reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (e.g., 24 AWG) UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.Coaxial CableIf applicable, the coaxial cable screen shield needs to be connected to the Earth at the building entrance per ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.93, “Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable,” or in accordance with local regulation.For Audio/Video ApparatusThis reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820.93 of the National Electric Code (NEC), which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the coaxial cable shield shall be connect-ed to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. TV Interface DeviceIf a transfer switch is not required for a TV interface device, including system ter-minal devices, the following label shall be used in addition to the label shown in § 15.19(a): This device is intended to be attached to a receiver that is not used to receive over-the-air broadcast signals. Connection of this device in any other fashion may cause harmful interference to radio communications and is in violation of the FCC Rules, part 15.This device is verified to comply with part 15 of the FCC Rules for use with cable television service.
16 NoticesFCC Class B EquipmentThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-tion. 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 inter-ference 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 and correct the interference by implementing one or more of the following measures:Reorient or relocate the device;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; (applicable only to powerline products)Consult the dealer or an experience radio or television technician for help.Declaration of ConformityThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference;2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
17 NoticesModificationsThe 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. Important Note on WiFiIf applicable, this equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. The radio has been found to be compliant to the requirements set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091, 15.247 (b) (4),15.407 addressing RF Exposure from radio frequen-cy devices as defined in Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. The equipment should be installed more than 30 cm (~12 in.) from your body or nearby persons.Only channel 1~11 can be operated for the 2.4 GHz ISM band and channels 36 to 48 and 149-165 for the UNII and ISM Bands. (Channels 52-64 and 100-144 are available if the device is enabled for DFS Band) Channels 124-128 are currently permanently disabled for weather radar. Selection of other channels is not possible. Contact InfoFor questions regarding your product or the FCC declaration, contact:Actiontec Electronics, Inc 760 North Mary Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, United States Tel: (408) 752-7700 Fax: (408) 541-9003

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