Gateway GT704 user manual NAT Network Address Translation, Static Routing

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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual

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 computers connected to the Gateway to be accessed by outside parties. Do not turn NAT off unless instructed to do so by the ISP.

Static Routing

Selecting Static Routing in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen gener- ates the “Static Routing” screen. Enter the addresses in their respective text boxes, then click Add. The address will appear in the “Static Routing Table.” To remove an address, highlight it by clicking on it in the Static Routing Table, then click Remove.

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Contents DSL Gateway Table of Contents Setting Up a Network Using UtilitiesTroubleshooting Setting Up Static IP on the ComputerIntroduction1 Package ContentsMinimum System Requirements FeaturesIntroduction DSL Light Power LightGetting to Know the Gateway Ethernet Lights Internet LightUSB Light Phone PortPower Port Reset SwitchPower Switch USB PortConnecting a Computer to the Gateway Setting Up GatewayPage Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Installing Phone Filters Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Setting Up the DSL Connection Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Basic Setup Performing a Basic SetupPage Changing the Admin User Name and Password Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen To access the Web Configurator’s Advanced Setup screens Using Advanced SetupAccessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address Broadband Connection via PPPoE screen Transparent BridgingObtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA Encapsulation PPPoA only PPP Auto ConnectPPP Auto Connect on Specify a Static IP Address Dhcp Server LAN IP AddressEnding IP Address Beginning IP AddressLease Time Services BlockingDomain Name DNS Dynamic or StaticWebsite Blocking Remote Management Application Layer Gateway and Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting High FirewallLow MediumDynamic Routing Static Routing NAT Network Address TranslationTime Zone UPnP Universal Plug and PlayRemote Syslog Capture General Status Viewing Gateway’s StatusPage ARP Table Routing TableWAN Status Active User List LAN StatusThis page left intentionally blank Web Activity Log Using UtilitiesSystem Log DSL Settings Upgrade Firmware Restore Default SettingsEthernet Setting Up a NetworkPage Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network USB Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network Page Troubleshooting TroubleshootingCannot Use the Internet Physical ConnectionsConnection to the Internet Frequently Asked QuestionsWhich protocols does the Gateway support? Which connection speeds does the Gateway support?What is the valid IP range I can use for my home network? Is the Gateway flash-upgradeable? How do I do it?How do I find out which IP address my computer is using? Will my Xbox work with the Gateway?Yes, if the application is designed to run over a network What is NAT and how does it protect my network? What is the default username for the Gateway?How many computers can be connected through the Gateway? Does the Gateway function as a firewall?This page left intentionally blank Locating Computer Information ReferenceLocating Windows Operating System Files Appendix a Reference Click Search Windows 98 SE Setting Up Static IP On the ComputerPage 192.168.0.2 Enter the following address in the Subnet mask text box Windows MeAppendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 192.168.0.2 Windows Page Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 192.168.0.2 Windows XP Page Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 192.168.0.2 Computer Security Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up ModemInternet Browsers Gateway SecurityComputer Security Electronic Security 100 General Specifications dWAN PPP, DHCP, Static IP Full-rate Adsl InterfaceEnvironmental LED IndicatorsPower, DSL, Internet, Ethernet 4, USB Glossary Access Point104 Ssid 106 Classic Non-Windowsf System Setup108 Appendix f Non-Windows Setup 110 Class B Equipment Regulatory Compliance NoticesModifications All other names are the property of their respective owners Miscellaneous Legal Notices113 Limited Warranty114 Limited Warranty 116