Actiontec electronic GT704WR user manual Setting Up the Router

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Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router

20.Enter the user name and password in the appropriate text boxes (or click the check box next to “My ISP does not require this information.”), then click Next.

21.Select the appropriate IP type. This information should be available from the ISP. When finished, click Next.

If Static IP is selected, go directly to step 22.

If Dynamic IP (DHCP) is selected, got directly to step 23.

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Contents Wireless Cable/DSL Router Table of Contents Setting Up a Network TroubleshootingSetting Up Static IP on the Computer SpecificationsPackage Contents Introduction1Features Minimum System RequirementsPower Light Getting to Know the RouterWireless Light Internet LightEthernet Lights Ethernet PortsReset Switch Power PortPower port is used to connect the Power cord to the Router Cable/DSL PortThis page left intentionally blank Setting Up Router Connecting a Computer to the RouterPage Setting Up the Router Page Setting Up the Router Page Setting Up the Router Page Setting Up the Router Page Setting Up the Router Page Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Router This page left intentionally blank To configure the Router for basic operation Performing a Basic SetupBasic Setup Page Performing a Basic Setup Changing the Admin User Name and Password Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screenPerforming a Basic Setup This page left intentionally blank To access the Advanced Setup configuration screens Using Advanced SetupAccessing Advanced Setup Page WAN IP Address Dialout on-demand/Idle timeout Obtain an IP Through DhcpUsing Advanced Setup Wireless Settings ChannelOff WEPWEP+802.1x Wireless MAC Authentication WPAWireless Advanced Settings LAN IP Address Dhcp ServerBeginning IP Address Ending IP AddressDNS Server Services BlockingDNS Dynamic or Static Website Blocking Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall Dynamic RoutingStatic Routing UPnP Universal Plug and PlayMAC Address Cloning Viewing Router’s Settings StatusPage Routing Table WAN StatusLAN Status Active User ListUsing Utilities Web Activity LogRestore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware This page left intentionally blank Setting Up a Network EthernetPage Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network Wireless Setting Up a Network This page left intentionally blank Troubleshooting TroubleshootingUsing on Network With Another Router/Gateway Physical ConnectionsFrequently Asked Questions Will cordless phones interfere with the Router? Which wireless cards will work with the Router?Do I need a specific cable or DSL modem to use the Router? Network What is the valid IP range I can use for my home network?How do I find out which IP address my computer is using? Yes, if the application is designed to run over a network What is WEP? What is the default username for the Router?Connections How many computers can be connected through the Router?What is WPA? What is NAT and how does it protect my network?How do I make a HEX-based WEP key? Does the Router function as a firewall?This page left intentionally blank Reference Locating Computer InformationLocating Windows Operating System Files Appendix a Reference Click Search Setting Up Static IP On the Computer Windows 98 SEPage 192.168.0.2 Windows Me Enter the following address in the Subnet mask text boxAppendix 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 Enter the following address in the IP Address text box Comparing Broadband Service with a Dial-Up Modem Computer SecurityInternet Browsers Router SecurityComputer Security Electronic Security This page left intentionally blank Specifications D GeneralWireless Operating Range LED IndicatorsPower, Internet, Wireless, Ethernet EnvironmentalAccess Point GlossaryPage Ssid This page left intentionally blank Firewall Security Level Services Table High Security LevelMedium Security Level Low Security LevelService Acronym Definitions Basic Security LevelReal audio/video Icmp323 120Non-Windows G System Setup Classic104 Appendix G Non-Windows Setup 106 Class B Equipment Regulatory Compliance NoticesModifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices All other names are the property of their respective ownersLimited Warranty 109110 Limited Warranty 112