User manual ACTIONTEC GT701-WG

[. . . ] 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway Model #: GT701WG Firmware version: 3. 0. 1. 0. 5-GT701-WG IB: 2. 12. 04. 230 User Manual Solutions for the Digital LifeTM Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know the Gateway 1 1 2 2 4 2 Setting Up the Gateway Connecting a Computer to the Gateway Installing Phone Filters Setting Up the DSL Connection 7 7 22 28 3 Performing a Basic Setup Basic Setup Changing the Admin User Name and Password 33 33 36 4 Using Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address Wireless Settings Wireless MAC Authentication Wireless Advanced Settings LAN IP Address DHCP Server Services Blocking Website Blocking Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall Dynamic Routing NAT (Network Address Translation) Static Routing UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) 37 37 39 44 47 48 49 49 51 52 53 54 55 56 56 57 57 58 5 Viewing the Gateway's Settings Status Routing Table WAN Status LAN Status Active User List 59 59 61 61 62 62 6 Using Utilities Web Activity Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware i 63 63 64 64 65 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 7 Setting Up a Network Ethernet USB Wireless 67 67 72 77 8 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions 81 81 82 A Reference Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files 87 87 88 B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP 91 91 94 97 101 C Computer Security Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Gateway Security Computer Security Electronic Security 107 107 108 108 109 D Specifications General Wireless Operating Range LED Indicators Environmental 111 111 112 112 112 E Glossary F Firewall Security Level Services Table High Security Level Medium Security Level Low Security Level Basic Security Level Service Acronym Definitions 113 117 117 118 118 119 119 G Non-Windows System Setup Classic OS X 121 121 123 H Installation Buddy Settings Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Modifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices 125 127 127 127 128 Limited Warranty 129 ii Introduction 1 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 s s s s s s s Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway Black bag (includes Power cord and green DSL cable) Phone filters Yellow (Ethernet) cable Purple (USB) cable Installation CD Quick start guide 1 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Minimum System Requirements s s s 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 95, Windows NT 4. 0, or any Mac OS. s 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 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 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 2 Chapter 1 Introduction s s s s s s s s s s s DNS relay support PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet 64-, 128-, and 256-bit WEP/WPA wireless LAN security 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 802. 11b/g support 3 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Getting to Know the Gateway This section contains a quick description of the Gateway's lights, ports, etc. [. . . ] 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. Frequently Asked Questions 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. 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 the 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). 82 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 and TCP), and 88 (UDP) if you run into DSL resolution errors. You can find a link to the firmware site under "Utilities" in the Web-based configurator (see page 63). 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? [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]