Actiontec electronic GT701WG-QW04 user manual Using Qwest DSL, Connecting to the Internet

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Using Qwest DSL	2

Qwest DSL operates over home or business phone lines equipped with Qwest DSL service. For this reason, the Qwest DSL connection is not portable; it can’t be accessed while away from the home or business. To connect while traveling, ask the ISP about a dial-up account. Most Qwest DSL ISPs provide a dial-up account for free, while others charge a minimal fee.

Qwest DSL is a highly reliable service, but it is possible to have a dial-up connection in the unlikely event that problems arise with the DSL service. Most Qwest DSL ISPs provide a dial-up account for free. If not, there are a number of free Internet pro- viders whose products make great backup Internet access in the unlikely event they are ever needed.

Connecting to the Internet

Whether connecting via Point-to-Point Protocol (PPPoE, PPPoA) or Bridging Mode (RFC 1483), after connecting and configuring the Gateway, the Internet connection is always on. Therefore, to connect or reconnect to the Internet, simply turn on your computer, open the Web browser and go to the Web site of your choice. No further set up is needed.

Disconnecting from the Internet

Closing the Web browser does not disconnect you from the Internet. To fully dis- connect, turn off your computer.

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Contents DSL Modem Table of Contents Specifications Using UtilitiesTroubleshooting Reference Glossary Firewall Security Level ServicesLimited Warranty 107 105This page left intentionally blank Minimum System Requirements Package ContentsIntroduction1 Features DSL Light Power LightWireless Light Internet LightPhone Port Reset SwitchLine Port USB PortOther Problems Power PortUsed to connect the Power Cord to the Modem DSL service outage support and repairDSL service installation support Advanced Feature Support Wired/Wireless UpgradeIntroduction This page left intentionally blank Disconnecting from the Internet Using Qwest DSLConnecting to the Internet This page left intentionally blank To configure the Modem for basic operation Performing a Basic SetupBasic Setup Page Changing the User Name and Password Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen To set up the Modem to use a single static IP address Setting Up Static IP AddressConfiguring for a Single Static IP Address Page Setting Up Static IP Page Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen Configuring for a Block of Static IP Addresses To set up the Modem to use a block of static IP addressesSetting Up Static IP Page Dhcp Server Configuration screen, select Static from Click Save and Restart from the menu on the left sideClick Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen Configuring5 Advanced Settings Accessing Advanced SettingsWAN IP Address Transparent Bridging PPP Auto Connect Encapsulation PPPoA only Save & ApplySpecify a Static IP Address Wireless Settings Channel OffWEP WEP+802.1x WPA Wireless MAC Authentication Wireless Advanced SettingsDhcp Server DNS Dynamic or Static Dhcp Server ConfigurationBeginning IP Address, Ending IP Address DNS ServerServices Blocking Website Blocking Remote Management/TelnetPort Forwarding To remove forwarded ports, highlight them, then click RemoveDMZ Hosting Clicking Advanced brings up the Advanced Port Forward screenFirewall Dynamic RoutingNAT Network Address Translation Static RoutingIP QoS Setting Source Telnet Timeout Setting LAN IP AddressThis page left intentionally blank Viewing Modem’s Status Accessing StatusTo access the Status screens, follow these instructions Current Status Viewing the Modem’s Status WAN Status LAN Status Dhcp User ListPage Using Utilities Web Activity LogDSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade FirmwareThis page left intentionally blank Cannot Connect to the Internet TroubleshootingLAN Connection Failure CMD Time out error occurs when entering a URL or IP Address This page left intentionally blank Reference Locating Computer InformationLocating Windows Operating System Files Appendix a Reference Click Search Static IP Address On the Computer Windows 98 SEPage 192.168.0.2 Windows Me Enter the following numbers in the Subnet mask text boxAppendix b Static IP on the Computer Do not include the periods they are automatically entered Windows Page Appendix b Static IP on the Computer Enter the following numbers in the IP Address text box Windows XP Page Appendix b Static IP on the Computer Enter the following address in the IP Address text box Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Computer SecurityInternet Browsers Modem SecurityComputer Security Electronic Security This page left intentionally blank WAN PPP, DHCP, Static IP Specifications dGeneral Full-rate Adsl InterfacePower, DSL, Internet, Ethernet, USB, Wireless Wireless Operating RangeLED Indicators EnvironmentalAccess Point GlossaryPage Ssid This page left intentionally blank Firewall Security Level Services Medium Security Level Low Security Level Service Acronym Definitions 323 Real audio/videoIcmp 120Alternativeg System Setup ClassicPage Appendix g Alternative System Setup Connecting to the ISP Then press Enter on the keyboardAppendix g Alternative System Setup 100 Self Help Basic Setup Support Getting OnlineAdditional Technical Support Options QwestAdvanced Feature Support Networking LAN SupportAppendix h Additional Technical Support Options 104 Class B Equipment Regulatory Compliance NoticesModifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices All other names are the property of their respective ownersLimited Warranty 107108 Limited Warranty 110