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. [. . . ] 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 one of the Ethernet lights glows steadily green, then click Next. 66 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 8. In the next window, the Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway. 9. Click through them to exit the Installation Buddy. The computer is connected to the Gateway via Ethernet. To connect more computers to the Gateway via Ethernet, repeat this procedure. 67 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual USB Note: If the first computer connected to the Gateway is connected via USB, no other computers can be connected in this manner. Connect additional computers via Ethernet (see page 71) or wirelessly (see page 75). 1. Wait until the following screen appears, read the on-screen instructions, then click Next. 2. Read the instructions, select Adding Computers by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click Next. 68 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 3. When the next window appears, get the blue USB cable from the Quick Start Kit, then click Next. 69 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 5. Plug one end of the blue USB cable into the blue USB port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next. 6. Plug the other end of the blue USB cable into a USB port on the front or back of the computer, then click Next. 70 Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 7. In the next window, the Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway. 71 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 9. Click through them to exit the Installation Buddy. The computer is connected to the Gateway via USB. 72 Troubleshooting 8 This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Gateway, and techniques to solve them. Also included is a list of frequently asked questions. Troubleshooting Cannot Use the Internet Physical Connections Ensure the Gateway's Power light is on, as well as the appropriate lights for any active connections (Ethernet or USB). Connection to the Router Check that the default IP address the computer is receiving is correct by selecting Start, Run, typing cmd in the "Open" text box, then typing ipconfig. The IP address should be 192. 168. 0. x (with "x" representing a number from 2 through 254), and the Default Gateway address should be 192. 168. 0. 1. If not, restart the computer to allow the Gateway to assign a IP address. If a static IP address was previously assigned to the computer, it will need to be removed before the Gateway can dynamically assign a new IP address. After the computer restarts, check the IP address of the computer again. (note the space after ipconfig) to receive an explanation about how to release and renew the IP address. The Gateway's Web Configurator Main Menu screen appears, verifying the Gateway's active connection. 73 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Connection to the Internet To verify the Gateway's connection to the Internet, open a Web browser. Select Status, and once the "Status" screen appears, verify that "Connected" is displayed in the "WAN" section of the screen. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]