User manual ACTIONTEC GT704

[. . . ] USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway Model #: GT704 Firmware Version: 3. 0. 1. 0. 6. 0-GT704 User Manual Ver 2. 0 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 26 3 Performing a Basic Setup Basic Setup Changing the Admin User Name and Password 31 31 33 4 Using Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address LAN IP Address DHCP Server Services Blocking Website Blocking Remote Management Application Layer Gateway and Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall Dynamic Routing NAT (Network Address Translation) Static Routing UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) Time Zone Remote Syslog Capture 35 35 36 40 40 42 43 44 45 46 47 49 50 50 51 51 52 5 Viewing the Gateway's Status General Status Routing Table ARP Table WAN Status LAN Status Active User List 53 53 55 55 56 57 57 i Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 6 Using Utilities Web Activity Log System Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware 59 59 60 61 62 62 7 Setting Up a Network Ethernet USB 63 63 68 8 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions 73 73 74 a Reference Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files 79 79 80 b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP 83 83 86 89 93 c Computer Security Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Gateway Security Computer Security Electronic Security 97 97 98 98 99 d Specifications General LED Indicators Environmental 101 101 102 102 e Glossary f Non-Windows System Setup Classic OS X 103 107 107 109 Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Modifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices 111 111 111 112 Limited Warranty 113 ii Introduction 1 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, the Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success. Package Contents s s s s s s s s s s Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway Power cord Phone filters DSL cable Yellow (Ethernet) cable Blue (USB) cable Installation CD (includes user manual) Quick Start guide Start Here guide Technical Support card 1 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Minimum System Requirements s s Internet DSL service Compatible laptop, desktop, or Macintosh computer with an available Ethernet or USB (USB compatible with PCs only) Microsoft Windows 98, 98 Second Edition (SE), Millennium Edition (Me), NT 4. 0, 2000, XP; Mac OS 7. 1 and above Note: USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows 95 and NT 4. 0, or any Mac OS. s 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 s Features s Plug-and-Play installation support for systems with Windows operating systems (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 12 Mbps USB data rate (full speed) Multiprotocol encapsulation 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 2 Chapter 1 Introduction s s s Built-in NAT, DHCP server DNS relay support PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet and HTTP s s s s s s s Compliant with IEEE 802. 3 Ethernet standard 10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (4) Flow control support for Fast Ethernet Web-based configuration setup Default configuration backup restore Firmware upgradeable Web download support 3 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Getting to Know the Gateway This section contains a quick description of the Gateway's lights, ports, etc. [. . . ] Select Status, and once the "Status" screen appears, verify that "Connected" is displayed in the "WAN" section of the screen. If not, power cycle the Gateway by unplugging and then replugging the Power cord. 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 an 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. 74 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 57). Does the Gateway function as a DSL modem?Yes, the Gateway has a built-in DSL Modem. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]