User manual ACTIONTEC GT701

[. . . ] USB/Ethernet DSL Modem Model #: GT701 User Manual Solutions for the Digital LifeTM Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know the Modem 1 1 2 2 3 2 Setting Up the Modem Connecting a Computer to the Modem Installing Phone Filters Setting Up the DSL Connection 7 7 21 26 3 Performing a Basic Setup Basic Setup Changing the Admin User Name and Password 29 29 32 4 Using Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address LAN IP Address DHCP Server Services Blocking Website Blocking Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall Dynamic Routing NAT (Network Address Translation) Static Routing 33 33 34 39 40 42 43 44 44 46 46 47 47 48 5 Viewing the Modem's Settings Status Routing Table WAN Status LAN Status Active User List 49 49 51 51 52 52 6 Using Utilities Web Activity Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware 53 53 54 54 55 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions 57 57 58 i Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual A Reference Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files 63 63 64 B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP 67 67 70 73 77 C Computer Security Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Modem Security Computer Security Electronic Security 81 81 82 82 83 D Specifications General LED Indicators Environmental 85 85 86 86 E Glossary F Firewall Security Level Services Table High Security Level Medium Security Level Low Security Level Basic Security Level Service Acronym Definitions 87 91 91 92 92 93 93 G Non-Windows System Setup Classic OS X 95 95 97 H Installation Buddy Settings Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Modifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices 99 101 101 101 102 Limited Warranty Index 103 107 ii Introduction 1 Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem. The Modem 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 USB/Ethernet DSL Modem is sure to be one of the keys to your success. Package Contents s s s s s s s Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem Black bag (includes Power cord and gray DSL cable) Phone filters Yellow (Ethernet) cable Blue (USB) cable Installation CD Quick start guide 1 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Minimum System Requirements s s Active DSL service Computer with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection, or USB connection Note: USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows 95, Windows NT 4. 0, and Mac OS. s Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Windows Millennium Edition (Me), Windows NT 4. 0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Mac OS 7. 1 and above Internet Explorer 4. 0 or higher (5. x recommended) or Netscape Navigator 4. 0 or higher (4. 7 recommended) TCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer s s Features s Plug-and-Play installation support for systems with Windows operating systems (98, 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP) ADSL WAN port (RJ-11) s s 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 s s s s s s s s s s 11 Mbps USB data rate (full speed) Bridged Ethernet over ATM, PPP over ATM, PPP over Ethernet Precise ATM traffic shaping IP packet routing and transparent bridge Routing protocol supports RIP-1, RIP-2, static routing Built-in NAT, DHCP server DNS relay support PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet 2 Chapter 1 Introduction s s s s s s s Compliant with IEEE 802. 3 Ethernet standard 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port Flow control support for Fast Ethernet Web-based configuration setup Default configuration backup restore FTP firmware upgradeable Web download support Getting to Know the Modem This section contains a quick description of the Modem's lights, ports, etc. [. . . ] 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?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. ) 60 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Connections How many computers can be connected through the Modem?The Modem is capable of 254 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 Modem?The default username for the router is admin (all lower case). To activate the password to protect the Modem, change the default password, which is blank by default. Remote management is not available on the Modem until the default password is changed. The Modem provides its security through the use of NAT firewall, which acts as a physical barrier between your network and the Internet. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]