Page 2 - Table of Contents; Introduction 1
i Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Package Contents 1Minimum System Requirements 2Features 2Getting to Know the Router 3 2 Setting Up the Router 7 Connecting the Router to a Computer and Cable Modem 7Connecting the Router to a Computer and Set Top Box 23 3 Performing a Basic Setup 35 Basic Setup 3...
Page 4 - G Non-Windows System Setup 123
ii Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual iii Table of Contents G Non-Windows System Setup 123 Classic 123OS X 125 Notices 127 Regulatory Compliance Notices 127Modifications 127Miscellaneous Legal Notices 128 Limited Warranty 129
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Page 6 - Introduction; Action; Package Contents; Action
1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router. The Router is the simplest way to connect computers to a high-speed broadband con-nection using a Ethern et c able modem or set top box. This easy-to-use product is perfect for the home office or small business. If...
Page 7 - Minimum System Requirements
2 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3 Chapter 1 Introduction Minimum System Requirements s Active DSL service with Ethern et c able/DSL modem s Computer with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection s Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition ( SE ), Millennium Edition (Me), NT 4.0 , 2000 , or...
Page 8 - firmware upgradeable; Getting to Know the Router; s) on its front panel and a series
2 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3 Chapter 1 Introduction s FTP firmware upgradeable s Web download support s 802.11b/g support Getting to Know the Router This section contains a quick description of the Router’s lights, ports, etc.The Router contains several indicator lights (...
Page 9 - WAN Light; Ethernet Light; light glows, the Router is connected via its; Wireless Light
4 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 5 Chapter 1 Introduction WAN Light When the WAN light glows steadily, the Router is connected to the cable modem or set top box. Internet Light When the Internet light glows green, the Router is connected to the Internet through the ISP (Interne...
Page 10 - Rear Panel; Ethernet Port; port is used to connect the Router to an Ethernet cable modem
4 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 5 Chapter 1 Introduction Rear Panel The rear panel of the Router contains four ports (Ethernet, USB, Cable/ DSL , and Power), as well as a Reset switch. Power Reset Cable/DSL Ethernet Antenna USB Power Adapter (from Power port to power outlet) U...
Page 11 - Reset Switch
6 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Reset Switch Depressing the Reset switch for one or two seconds will power cycle the Router (similar to unplugging and then plugging in the Router’s Power cord). To restore the Router’s factory default settings, depress and hold the Reset switch...
Page 12 - Connecting the Router to a Computer and Cable Modem; Next
7 Setting Up the Router The instructions that follow parallel the steps contained in the Action tec Installation Buddy ® , which provides a visual guide to setting up the Router. It is recommended the user run the Installation Buddy first, before attempting any other procedures. To set up the Router...
Page 13 - First Computer
8 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 9 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 2. Read the instructions, select First Computer by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click Next . 3. If AOL was selected in step 1, enter the user name and password provided by America Online in the appro...
Page 14 - Select; by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click
8 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 9 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 4. Select Cable Modem by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click Next . 5. Select the type of connection used between the Router and computer, then click Next .
Page 15 - Wired
10 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 11 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 6. If Wired was selected in step 5, select the type of wired connection between the Router to the computer, then click Next . If Wireless was selected in step 5, read the on-screen information, then click Next...
Page 16 - Read the on-screen instructions, then click
10 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 11 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 7. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next . 8. Get the black Power cord from the kit, then click Next .
Page 18 - Make sure the
12 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 13 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 11. Make sure the Power light on the front of the Router glows solid green . Click Next . 12. Read the on-screen information, then turn off the cable modem . Click Next .
Page 20 - If connecting via Ethernet or wirelessly, find the; currently connected to the
14 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 15 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 14. If connecting via Ethernet or wirelessly, find the Ethernet cable currently connected to the cable modem . Click Next . If connecting via USB , find the USB cable currently connected to the cable modem . C...
Page 21 - unplug the Ethernet cable
16 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 17 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 15. If connecting via Ethernet or wirelessly, unplug the Ethernet cable located in step 14 from the back of the computer . If the cable modem was connected via a USB cable adapter, unplug the Ethernet cable fr...
Page 22 - Turn on the cable modem, then click
16 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 17 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 16. Turn on the cable modem, then click Next . 17. If connecting via Ethernet, plug the yellow Ethernet cable into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Router , then click Next .
Page 23 - Note
18 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 19 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router If connecting via USB , plug the square end of the purple USB cable into the USB port on the back of the Router , then click Next . If connecting wirelessly, skip this step and go to step 22. 18. If connecting...
Page 26 - Ethernet cable
20 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 21 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 21. If connecting via USB , plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the cable modem, then click Next . If connecting via Ethernet, skip this step and go to step 22. 22. The Router is...
Page 27 - The Router is successfully configured and ready for use.
22 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 23 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 22. When the configuration process finishes successfully, a congratulations screen appears. The Router is successfully configured and ready for use. To make changes to the Router’s Advanced Configuration setti...
Page 28 - Connecting the Router to a Computer and Set Top Box; Insert the Installation; in the
22 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 23 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router Connecting the Router to a Computer and Set Top Box This section describes the installation procedure to connect the Router to a com-puter and set top box. If connecting the Router to a computer and cable mode...
Page 29 - AOL
24 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 25 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 3. If AOL was selected in step 1, enter the user name and password provided by America Online in the appropriate text boxes, then click Next . If NTL was selected in step 1, skip this step and go to step 4. 4....
Page 30 - click
24 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 25 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 5. Select the type of connection used between the Router and computer, then click Next . 6. If Wired was selected in step 5, select Ethernet , then click Next .
Page 31 - If
26 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 27 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router If Wireless was selected in step 5, read the on-screen information, then click Next . 7. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next .
Page 34 - Read the on-screen information, then click
28 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 29 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 12. Read the on-screen information, then click Next . 13. If connecting via Ethernet , get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit. Click Next . If connecting wirelessly, skip this step and go to step 14.
Page 38 - Select the
32 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 33 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 20. Select the network adapter installed in the computer from the drop-down list. If the network adapter is not listed, enter the adapter’s MAC (Media Access Control) address in the appropriate text boxes. Cli...
Page 40 - Basic Setup; Enter
35 Performing a Basic Setup This chapter is a guide through a basic setup of the Router, including how to con-nect the Router to the Internet Service Provider ( ISP) and changing the user name and password. To complete a basic setup, the user will need information provided by the ISP . This informat...
Page 43 - Changing the User Name and Password; Change Admin Password
38 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Changing the User Name and Password To create or change the user name and password, allowing access to the Router’s Web Configuration screens, follow these instructions: 1. From the Setup/Configuration screen, select Change Admin Password from ...
Page 44 - Accessing Advanced Setup; To access the Advanced Settings screens:
39 # Using Advanced Setup This chapter contains information concerning accessing and using the advanced features of the Router, such as wireless settings, remote management, Web site blocking, and dynamic routing. Accessing Advanced Setup To access the Advanced Settings screens: 1. Open a Web browse...
Page 45 - Begin Advanced Setup
40 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 41 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 4. In the next screen, read the recommendations. To access the advanced settings of the Router, click Begin Advanced Setup . 5. The “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen appears. To check all the set- ting...
Page 46 - WAN IP Address
40 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 41 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup WAN IP Address Selecting WAN IP Address in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen gen- erates the “ WAN IP Address” screen. WAN IP Address allows manual set up of the IP address of the Router. There are...
Page 47 - Obtain an IP Through DHCP
42 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 43 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup If a User Name , Password and/or Static IP was entered in the Installation Buddy or during Basic Setup, it should be displayed in the “Broadband Connection via PPPoE ” screen. If not, enter the information now....
Page 48 - Specify a Static IP Address; Address
42 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 43 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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 Router Address provi...
Page 49 - Wireless Settings; Channel
44 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 45 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Wireless Settings Selecting Wireless Settings in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Wireless Settings” screen. Wireless To activate the wireless radio, click in the circle next to On ...
Page 50 - Security; Key
44 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 45 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Security There are four wireless security options: Off, WEP, WEP+802.1 x, and WPA . The lat- ter three options are different types of wireless security. Off Selecting Off disables wireless security. Selecting t...
Page 52 - WPA; Wireless MAC Authentication
46 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 47 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup WPA Activating WPA ( W i-Fi P rotected A ccess) and clicking Next in the Wireless Settings screen generates the “Wireless WPA Settings” screen. There are two levels of WPA . The “Group Key Interval,” “Server IP...
Page 53 - Wireless Advanced Settings
48 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 49 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup This feature allows the user to control access to the wireless LAN network by deny- ing or allowing wireless client(s) to join the network based on their MAC address. After changing settings, click Next or Back...
Page 54 - LAN IP Address; DHCP Server; Server
48 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 49 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup LAN IP Address Selecting LAN IP Address in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen gen- erates the “ LAN IP Address” screen. The values in the “LAN IP Address” and “Netmask” text boxes are the IP address...
Page 56 - DNS Server 1; Services Blocking; Add
50 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 51 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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” i...
Page 57 - Netmeeting; Website Blocking
52 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 53 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Netmeeting If a computer on the network uses Netmeeting, enable Netmeeting, by clicking the circle next to “On” and entering the IP address of the computer. Click Next , then click Save and Restart to apply the...
Page 58 - Remote Management
52 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 53 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Remote Management Selecting Remote Management in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Remote Management” screen. Remote Management allows access to the Router through the Internet via a...
Page 59 - Port Forwarding
54 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 55 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Port Forwarding Selecting Port Forwarding in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Port Forwarding” screen. Port forwarding allows certain programs to bypass the Router’s built-in firewa...
Page 60 - DMZ Hosting; Hosting
54 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 55 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup In this screen, the user can allow only certain IP addresses to access forwarded ports. Enter the port range of the forwarded ports in the “Remote IP Port Range” text boxes, enter the IP address to be allowed a...
Page 61 - Firewall; Dynamic Routing
56 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 57 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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. See Appendix F on page 119 fo...
Page 62 - Static Routing
56 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 57 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Static Routing Selecting Static Routing in 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 t...
Page 64 - Status; Firmware Version
59 Viewing the Router’s Settings After configuring the Router, settings can be viewed by selecting Status in the Main Menu. In the left hand column, there are other Status options available: Routing Table , WAN Status , LAN Status , and Active User List . No settings (other than connecting or discon...
Page 66 - Routing Table; WAN Status
60 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 61 Chapter 5 Viewing the Router’s Settings Routing Table Selecting Routing Table generates the “Routing Table” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Router’s routes. WAN Status Selecting WAN Status in the Current Status screen generat...
Page 67 - LAN Status; Active User List
62 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual LAN Status Selecting LAN Status generates the “ LAN Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Router’s LAN (Local Area Network) port connections. Active User List Selecting Active User List generates the “Active User List” screen....
Page 68 - Using Utilities; To access the Router’s Web-based Utilities, select; settings changed, the; Web Activity Log; Web
63 Using Utilities To access the Router’s Web-based Utilities, select Utilities from the “Main Menu” screen. The “Utilities” screen appears. From this screen, the Web activity log can be viewed, the DSL settings changed, the Router’s factory default settings restored, and the Router’s firmware upgra...
Page 69 - Auto Refresh; Restore Default Settings; To restore the Router to its factory default settings, select
64 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 65 Chapter 6 Using Utilities Auto Refresh To set the Web Activity Log screen to automatically refresh at certain intervals, acti-vate the circle next to “Auto Refresh Every” at the bottom of the Web Activity Log screen, then enter a time value ...
Page 70 - Upgrade Firmware; Selecting
64 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 65 Chapter 6 Using Utilities Upgrade Firmware Selecting Upgrade Firmware in the “Utilities” screen generates the “Upgrade Firmware” screen. Action tec periodically posts firmware upgrades to enhance the capabilities and boost the performance of...
Page 72 - Setting Up a Network; Ethernet; Insert the Installation Buddy
67 Setting Up a Network Other computers can be connected to the Router 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 Router in three ways: Ethernet, USB , or wirelessly. ...
Page 73 - Read the instructions, select
68 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 69 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 2. Read the instructions, select Addtional Computer by clicking in the appropri- ate circle, then click Next . 3. Select Wired , then click Next .
Page 82 - Wireless
76 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 77 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 10. After the Router is configured, a congratulations screen appears. The computer is connected to the Router via USB . Wireless ☞ Note : Computers wirelessly connected to the Router must have wireless capabili...
Page 86 - After the Router is configured, a congratulations screen appears.
80 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 81 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 8. After the Router is configured, a congratulations screen appears. The computer is connected to the Router wirelessly. After performing the procedure outlined in the screen, above, make sure the com-puter and...
Page 88 - Troubleshooting; Cannot Use the Internet; Setup
83 Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Router, and techniques to solve them. Note that these techniques may not be suc-cessful in all cases. Also included is a list of frequently asked questions. Troubleshooting Cannot Use the Internet Con...
Page 89 - Using on Network With Another Router/Gateway; Frequently Asked Questions; General
84 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 85 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Using on Network With Another Router/Gateway If setting up the Router on a network with another router or gateway, consult the documentation that came with the other router/gateway to see what kind of dynamic routin...
Page 90 - Does the Router function as a DSL modem?; Do I need a specific cable or DSL modem to use the Router?
84 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 85 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Is the Router 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 Web-based configurator (see page 63 ). Does the Router function as...
Page 91 - Which wireless cards will work with the Router?; Network
86 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 87 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Which wireless cards will work with the Router? The Router will connect with any wireless card supporting the 802.11 g or 802.11 b wireless standards. Can my wireless signal pass through floors, walls, and glass? Th...
Page 92 - How do I find out which IP address my computer is using?; Can I play games between computers on my network, or on the Internet?
86 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 87 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting How do I find out which IP address my computer is using? Windows 95, 98, 98SE, and Me - Select Start , Run , and type winipcfg . Press Enter . When the “Winipcfg” window appears, ensure your network device is select...
Page 93 - Connections
88 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 89 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting I have an FTP or Web server on my network. How can I make it available to users on the Internet? For a Web server, enable port forwarding for port 8080 to the IP address of the server and set up the Web server to re...
Page 94 - What is the difference between 40-bit and 64-bit encryption?
88 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 89 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting What is the difference between 40-bit and 64-bit encryption? There really is no difference between the two. They are just different terminolo-gies used throughout the industry for the same level of encryption. How d...
Page 96 - Reference; Locating Computer Information
91 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 C...
Page 97 - Locating Windows Operating System Files
92 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 93 Appendix A Reference 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 fr...
Page 99 - Windows XP
94 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Windows XP 1. From the desktop, click Start . 2. Select Search , then For Files and Folders . 3. The “Search Results” window appears. In the panel at left titled “What do you want to search for?”, click All files and folders . 4. Another panel,...
Page 101 - Another menu appears. Select
96 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 97 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel . 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network .
Page 103 - Yes; Windows Me; Start
98 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 99 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 9. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 10. Click OK . The TCP/IP Properties wind...
Page 108 - In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window, double-click
102 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 103 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 5. In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection . A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If more than one Local Area Connection is l...
Page 110 - Close
104 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 105 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 12. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 13. Click OK . The “Internet Protocol ...
Page 111 - When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click
106 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 107 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 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...
Page 112 - The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select
106 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 107 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 5. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select General . 6. In the “This connection uses the following items” list box, double-click Internet Protocol ( TCP/IP ) . 7. The “I...
Page 114 - Computer Security; Comparing Broadband Service with a Dial-Up Modem; service is “always connected.” The connection; service also provides fast Internet connections. This not
109 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 b...
Page 115 - Router Security; If connecting to the; login; through bridging mode, the Router should be safe from; Internet Browsers
110 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 111 Appendix C Computer Security Router Security If connecting to the ISP through Point-to-Point Protocol ( PPP ), be sure to provide the Router an administrative password. If a password is not set, someone on the Internet can access the Route...
Page 116 - Network Applications; Electronic Security; Network Address Translation
110 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 111 Appendix C Computer Security Network Applications Network applications (such as software programs) that allow remote access to the computer also make the computer vulnerable to access from other people on the Internet. If using a network a...
Page 118 - Specifications
113 Specifications General Model Number GT701WRU-00 ( 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router) Standards IEEE 802.3 x ( 10 BaseT, full duplex capable) IEEE 802.3 u ( 100 BaseTX, auto negotiation) IEEE 802.11 b/g (Wireless) Protocol LAN - CSMA / CD WAN 10/100 RJ-45 Ethernet port LAN 10/100 RJ-45 switched Ether...
Page 119 - Wireless Operating Range; Up to; LED Indicators; mA
114 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Wireless Operating Range Indoors Up to 91 M ( 300 ft.) Outdoors Up to 533 M ( 1750 ft.) Topology Star (Ethernet) LED Indicators Power, WAN , Internet, Ethernet, USB , Wireless Environmental Power External, 12V DC , 600 mA Certifications FCC Cl...
Page 120 - Glossary; Access Point
115 Glossary Access Point A device that allows wireless clients to connect to one another. An access point can also act as a bridge between wireless clients and a “wired” network, such as an Ethernet network. Wireless clients can be moved anywhere within the cover-age area of the access point and re...
Page 121 - Ethernet Network
116 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 117 Appendix E Glossary Ethernet Network A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs. Firewall A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damag-ing files or computers on the network. Gateway A centr...
Page 122 - Router; SSID; WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance)
116 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 117 Appendix E Glossary 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...
Page 124 - High Security Level
119 Firewall Security Level Services Table The following information is related to the Firewall options (High, Medium, and Low) section in the “Advanced Setup” chapter of this manual (see page 56 ). The types of services and their respective ports are listed in the two right-hand col-umns: the “In” ...
Page 125 - Medium Security Level; Low Security Level; Service Port In Out
120 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 121 Appendix F Firewall Security Medium Security Level Service Port In Out http 80 no yes dns 53 no yes ftp 21 no yes telnet 23 no yes smtp 25 yes yes pop3 110 yes yes nntp 119 no yes real audio/video 7070 yes yes icmp n/a no yes H.323 1720 no...
Page 126 - Basic Security Level; Service Acronym Definitions
120 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 121 Appendix F Firewall Security Basic Security Level NAT ( N etwork A ddress T ranslation) only. Service Acronym Definitions http H yper T ext T ransfer P rotocol. This protocol delivers information over the Internet, and is used when a compu...
Page 127 - icmp
122 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual real audio/video A protocol used to transfer Real Audio or Real Video files. icmp I nternet C ontrol M essage P rotocol. Allows error messages, text packages, and informational messages to be transferred over the Internet. H.323 A standard pro...
Page 128 - Classic; Apple
123 Non-Windows System Setup The Router 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. Action tec provides the following inf...
Page 129 - Advanced
124 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 125 Appendix G Non-Windows Setup 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 f...
Page 130 - From the Apple Menu, select
124 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 125 Appendix G Non-Windows Setup OS X 1. From the Apple Menu, select System Preferences . 2. When the “System Preferences” window appears, click Network .
Page 131 - Using; Apply Now
126 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. The Network window appears. Select Built-In Ethernet from the “Show” drop-down list. 4. Select TCP/IP and, from the “Configure” drop-down list, select Using DHCP . 5. Click Apply Now and close the “System Preferences” application. The TCP/ ...
Page 132 - Notices; Regulatory Compliance Notices; Class B Equipment; Modifications; ction
127 Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential ...
Page 133 - Miscellaneous Legal Notices
128 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 128 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unwanted operation. ☞ Note : To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance require- ments, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to p...
Page 134 - Limited Warranty; Hardware
129 Limited Warranty Hardware : Action tec 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 Action tec Electronics or its aut...
Page 135 - Obtaining Warranty Service
130 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual THIS ACTION TEC 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 ACTION TEC ELECTRONICS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO SUCH THIRD- PARTY SOFTWARE. ...
Page 136 - Disclaimer
130 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 131 Limited Warranty NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. ACTION TEC ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARR...
Page 137 - Governing Law
132 Action tec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Governing Law : This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A., excluding its conflicts of laws and principles, and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Good...