Page 2 - Table of Contents; Introduction 1
i Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Package Contents 1Minimum System Requirements 2Features 2Getting to Know the Gateway 4 2 Setting Up the Gateway 7 Connecting a Computer to the Gateway 7Installing Phone Filters 22Setting Up the DSL Connection 26 3 Performing a Basic Setup 33 Basic Setup 33Changin...
Page 4 - Introduction; Package Contents
1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec USB /Ethernet 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,...
Page 5 - Minimum System Requirements; Note; Features
2 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 3 Chapter 1 Introduction Minimum System Requirements s Internet DSL service s Compatible laptop, desktop, or Macintosh computer with an available Ethernet or USB (USB compatible with PC s only) s Microsoft Windows 98, 98 Second Edition ( SE ), Millenn...
Page 7 - Getting to Know the Gateway; s) on its front panel and a series; Power Light; light illuminates when the Gateway is connected to a
4 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 5 Chapter 1 Introduction Getting to Know the Gateway This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s lights, ports, etc.The Gateway contains several indicator lights ( LED s) on its front panel and a series of ports on its rear panel. Front...
Page 8 - Internet Light; Phone Port
4 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 5 Chapter 1 Introduction Internet Light When the Internet light glows steadily, the Gateway is connected to the DSL provider. When it flashes, the Gateway’s built-in DSL modem is training for your DSL service. Ethernet Lights The Ethernet lights illum...
Page 9 - USB Port; Ethernet Ports
6 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual USB Port The USB port is used to connect a computer to the Gateway via USB cable. ☞ Note : It is not recommended to perform a recovery or update for the Gateway from a computer connected via USB . Ethernet Ports The Ethernet ports are used to connect ...
Page 10 - Connecting a Computer to the Gateway; Connecting Via Ethernet; in the
7 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 Gatew...
Page 11 - Read the instructions, select
8 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 9 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 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 .
Page 12 - included in the kit, then click
8 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 9 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 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 .
Page 14 - Click the
10 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 11 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 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 .
Page 16 - Make sure one of the
12 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 13 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 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 t...
Page 17 - Plug the other end of the
14 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 15 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 14. Plug the other end of the black or gray DSL cable into the phone jack clos- est to the computer. Click Next . 15. Make sure the DSL light on the Gateway glows solid green (this may take a few moments). Click Ne...
Page 18 - Connecting Via USB
14 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 15 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 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 clic...
Page 19 - Click the check box next to
16 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 17 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 3. Click the check box next to USB , then click Next . 4. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer are included in the kit, then click Next .
Page 20 - Gateway
16 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 17 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 5. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next . 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 .
Page 21 - Plug the larger end of the
18 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 19 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 7. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet , then click Next . 8. Click the On/Off switch to its on position (as shown in the picture on- screen), then click Next .
Page 25 - Make sure the; on the Gateway; Installing Phone Filters; line must have a phone filter installed.
22 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 23 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 15. Make sure the DSL light on the Gateway glows solid green (this may take a few moments). Click Next . The Gateway is connected to a computer via USB. Next, install the filters as described in “Installing Filters...
Page 26 - their respective phone jacks. Click; cable from the
22 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 23 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 2. Read the on-screen information, then unplug all telephones and other devices from their respective phone jacks. Click Next . 3. Get the phone filters . Click Next . M Caution : Do not unplug the black or gray DS...
Page 27 - phone filter
24 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 25 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 4. Plug a phone filter into every phone jack with a telephone or other device con- nected to it, then click Next . 5. Plug the ends of the phone lines disconnected in step 2 into the phone filters plugged into phon...
Page 28 - Ethernet connection setup:; Connection” on the next page.
24 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 25 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 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...
Page 29 - Setting Up the DSL Connection; Select from the list -
26 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 27 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 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 ,...
Page 30 - Next
26 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 27 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 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 connec...
Page 31 - In the next window, enter the; and Encapsulation settings (the; should provide these) then click
28 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 29 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway In the next window, enter the VPI / VCI and Encapsulation settings (the ISP should provide these) then click Next . 2. Enter the user name and password in the appropriate text boxes (or click the check box next to ...
Page 33 - Address; available in the Welcome Letter. When finished, click
30 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 31 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 5. In the next window, enter the IP Address , Subnet , Gateway , DNS 1 , and DNS 2 information (if applicable) in the proper text boxes. This information is available in the Welcome Letter. When finished, click Nex...
Page 34 - The Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway.
30 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 31 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 7. The Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway. 8. When the configuration is complete, a series of congratulations windows appears. Read the on-screen information, then click through the next few...
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Page 36 - Basic Setup; Enter
33 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 changing the adnim user name and...
Page 38 - was; Changing the Admin User Name and Password; From the Setup/Configuration screen, select
34 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 35 Chapter 3 Performing a Basic Setup 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, ...
Page 39 - The “Change Admin Username/Password” screen appears. Enter a new
36 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 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...
Page 40 - Accessing Advanced Setup; To access the Web Configurator’s Advanced Setup screens:
37 # 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 ...
Page 41 - WAN IP Address
38 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 39 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 4. In the next screen, read the recommendations. To perform an advanced setup on the Gateway, click Begin Advanced Setup . 5. The “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen appears. To check all the set- tings, or if...
Page 42 - Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA; Broadband Connection via PPPoE” screen:
38 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 39 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup After selecting a connection type, click Next to continue configuring the connection. Transparent Bridging Select this option to use the Gateway as a transparent bridge. This option should only be used if the Gateway...
Page 43 - PPP Auto Connect; Obtain an IP Through DHCP
40 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 41 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup “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,...
Page 45 - LAN IP Address; DHCP Server; Server
42 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 43 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 “Device IP Address” and “Device LAN Netmask” text boxes are the IP...
Page 46 - On
42 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 43 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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 mor...
Page 47 - Lease Time; Services Blocking
44 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 45 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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 t...
Page 48 - Add; Website Blocking
44 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 45 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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 ...
Page 49 - Remote Management; Selecting; address of the Gateway (see “; address in the address text box. The Gateway’s Main Menu (or a
46 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 47 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 Gateway through the Internet via anothe...
Page 50 - Application Layer Gateway and Port Forwarding; ) and Port Forwarding”
46 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 47 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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 f...
Page 51 - Apply; DMZ Hosting; Hosting
48 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 49 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup In this screen, the user can create a custom set of rules for a game or applica-tion not listed in the Application Level Gateway screen. Enter the “Rule Name,” “Protocol,” “Port Start,” “Port End,” and “Port Map” in ...
Page 52 - Firewall
48 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 49 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. High If High is selected in the “Fire...
Page 53 - Medium
50 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 51 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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 , IMAP v 3 , DNS , IPSEC IKE , IPSEC ESP , HTTPS , and NNTP ) ar...
Page 54 - Off; Dynamic Routing
50 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 51 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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” scree...
Page 55 - Static Routing
52 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 53 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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 compute...
Page 56 - UPnP; Time Zone
52 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 53 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) Selecting UPnP in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “ UP n P ” screen. In this screen, the Universal Plug and play option is turned on or off by activating th...
Page 57 - Remote Syslog Capture
54 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Remote Syslog Capture Selecting Remote Syslog Capture in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Remote Syslog Campter” screen. In this screen, the user can configure the Gateway to allow a remote computer to access the Gateway’...
Page 58 - General Status; Firmware Version
55 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 setti...
Page 59 - Connected
56 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 57 Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s Status WAN - Connection Displays the state of the connection to the ISP service ( Connected or Disconnected ). WAN - Mode Displays the type of connection used to communicate with the ISP . WAN - IP Address Displays ...
Page 60 - Routing Table
56 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 57 Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s Status In the menu on the left side, there are other Status options available: Routing Table , WAN Status , LAN Status , and Active User List . Click to generate the Status option of choice. Routing Table Selecting ...
Page 61 - WAN Status; Status
58 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 59 Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s Status 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 infor- mation concerning the WAN and DSL con...
Page 62 - LAN Status; Active User List
58 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 59 Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s Status 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 a...
Page 64 - Using Utilities; Utilities; Web Activity Log; Web
61 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, a...
Page 65 - Auto Refresh; System Log
62 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 63 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 (in se...
Page 66 - Display; DSL Settings; To access; Settings
62 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 63 Chapter 6 Using Utilities Display View other saved logs by selecting a log from this drop-down list. Save & Restart Pressing this button saves any changes to the System Log screen and causes the Save and Restart screen to appear. Save Log As P...
Page 67 - Restore Default Settings; Warning; Upgrade Firmware
64 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 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...
Page 68 - Setting Up a Network; Ethernet; Insert the Installation
65 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 or USB . Ethernet 1....
Page 71 - yellow Ethernet cable
68 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 69 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 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 on...
Page 74 - Select
70 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 71 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 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 .
Page 77 - The computer is connected to the Gateway via USB.
74 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 9. A series of congratulations windows appears. Click through them to exit the Installation Buddy. The computer is connected to the Gateway via USB.
Page 78 - Troubleshooting; Cannot Use the Internet; ipconfig; Go
75 Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Gateway, and techniques to solve them. Note that these techniques may not be suc-cessful in all cases. Also included is a list of frequently asked questions. Troubleshooting Cannot Use the Internet Ph...
Page 79 - Connection to the Internet; Frequently Asked Questions; General
76 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 77 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting 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...
Page 80 - Will my Xbox work with the Gateway?; winipcfg
76 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 77 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting 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 an...
Page 81 - Can I play games between computers on my network, or on the Internet?
78 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 79 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting I used DHCP to configure my network. Do I need to restart my computer to refresh my IP address? No. Select the appropriate operating system, below, and follow the steps to refresh your IP address. Windows 95, 98, 98SE, an...
Page 82 - Connections
78 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 79 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Connections How many computers can be connected through the Gateway? The Gateway is capable of 254 connections, but having no more than 45 con- nections is recommended. As the number of connections increases, the availabl...
Page 84 - Reference; Locating Computer Information
81 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 85 - Locating Windows Operating System Files
82 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 83 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 from the...
Page 87 - Windows XP
84 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway 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, title...
Page 89 - Another menu appears. Select
86 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 87 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 91 - Yes; Windows Me; Start
88 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 89 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 window dis...
Page 96 - In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window, double-click
92 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 93 Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 5. In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection . A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If more than one Local Area Connection is listed, l...
Page 98 - Close
94 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 95 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 ( TCP/IP...
Page 99 - When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click
96 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 97 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 Local A...
Page 100 - The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select
96 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 97 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 “Internet ...
Page 102 - Computer Security; Action; Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem; service is “always connected.” The connection is; service also provides fast Internet connections. This not only
99 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 bu...
Page 103 - Gateway Security; If connecting to the; “Advanced Setup” chapter.; through bridging mode, the Gateway should be safe from; Internet Browsers
100 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 101 Appendix c Computer Security Gateway Security If connecting to the ISP through Point-to-Point Protocol ( PPP ), be sure to pro- vide the Gateway an administrative password. If a password is not set, someone on the Internet can access the Gateway...
Page 104 - Network Applications; Electronic Security; Network Address Translation
100 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 101 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 applica...
Page 106 - Specifications
103 Specifications General Model Number GT 704 ( USB /Ethernet DSL Gateway) Standards IEEE 802.3 (10BaseT) IEEE 802.3u (100Base TX ) G.dmtG.litet1.413 RFC 1483, 2364, 2516 Protocol LAN - CSMA / CD WAN - PPP , DHCP , Static IP WAN Full-rate ADSL Interface LAN 10/100 RJ -45 switched ports (4) USB port...
Page 107 - LED Indicators
104 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual LED Indicators Power, DSL , Internet, Ethernet (4), USB Environmental Power External, 12 V 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 Tempera...
Page 108 - Glossary; Access Point
105 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 109 - Ethernet Network
106 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 107 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 central dev...
Page 110 - Router; SSID; WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance)
106 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 107 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 numbe...
Page 112 - Classic; Click
109 Non-Windows System Setup The Gateway supports both the Classic Macintosh operating systems (9.2.2), 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...
Page 113 - Advanced
110 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 111 Appendix f 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 from th...
Page 114 - From the Apple Menu, select
110 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 111 Appendix f Non-Windows Setup OS X 1. From the Apple Menu, select System Preferences . 2. When the “System Preferences” window appears, click Network .
Page 115 - Using; Apply Now
112 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 3. The Network window appears. Select Built-In Ethernet from the “Show” drop-down list. 4. Select TCP/IP and, from the “Configure” drop-down list, select Using DHCP . 5. Click Apply Now and close the “System Preferences” application. The TCP/ IP set...
Page 116 - Notices; Regulatory Compliance Notices; Class B Equipment; Modifications
113 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 117 - may cause unwanted operation.; exposure compliance requirements,; United States; Miscellaneous Legal Notices; All other names are the property of their respective owners.
114 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 114 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unwanted operation. ☞ Note : To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to pro-vide ...
Page 118 - Limited Warranty
115 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 author...
Page 119 - Obtaining Warranty Service:; Return the product to:; WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE:
116 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT MAY INCLUDE OR BE BUNDLED WITH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, THE USE OF WHICH IS GOVERNED BY A SEPARATE END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO SUCH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE. FOR THE A...
Page 120 - LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:; The customer may contact the Director of Technical Support
116 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 117 Limited Warranty 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 ...
Page 121 - This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State
118 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A., excluding its conflicts of laws and principles, and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.