Actiontec electronic GT704WR user manual Wireless Settings, Channel

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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable/DSL Router User Manual

Wireless Settings

Selecting Wireless Settings in the “Advanced Configuration” screen generates the “Wireless Settings” screen.

Wireless

To activate the wireless radio, click in the circle next to On. To turn off the wireless radio, click in the circle next to Off.

ESSID

ESSID is the network name assigned to the wireless network. The factory default setting is “ACTIONTEC.” Although Actiontec recommends keeping the default value intact, the ESSID value can be modified, using any combination of alphanu- meric characters (i.e., A-Z, a-z, 0-9). All wireless-capable computers included on the Router’s wireless network must have this same ESSID value. (For the Actiontec 802.11b Wireless PC Card, the ESSID value must be the same as the SSID value.)

Channel

Channel assigns the frequency band at which the Router communicates. In the United States, use channels 1-11. (The factory default value is set to 1.)

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Contents Wireless Cable/DSL Router Table of Contents Specifications Setting Up a NetworkTroubleshooting Setting Up Static IP on the ComputerIntroduction1 Package ContentsMinimum System Requirements FeaturesGetting to Know the Router Power LightEthernet Ports Wireless LightInternet Light Ethernet LightsCable/DSL Port Reset SwitchPower Port Power port is used to connect the Power cord to the RouterThis page left intentionally blank Connecting a Computer to the Router Setting Up 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 Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen Changing the Admin User Name and PasswordPerforming a Basic Setup This page left intentionally blank To access the Advanced Setup configuration screens Using Advanced SetupAccessing Advanced Setup Page WAN IP Address Obtain an IP Through Dhcp Dialout on-demand/Idle timeoutUsing Advanced Setup Channel Wireless SettingsWEP OffWEP+802.1x WPA Wireless MAC AuthenticationWireless Advanced Settings Dhcp Server LAN IP AddressEnding IP Address Beginning IP AddressDNS Server Services BlockingDNS Dynamic or Static Website Blocking Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Dynamic Routing FirewallUPnP Universal Plug and Play Static RoutingMAC Address Cloning Status Viewing Router’s SettingsPage WAN Status Routing TableActive User List LAN StatusWeb Activity Log Using UtilitiesRestore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware This page left intentionally blank Ethernet Setting Up a NetworkPage Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network Wireless Setting Up a Network This page left intentionally blank Physical Connections TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Using on Network With Another Router/GatewayFrequently 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 How many computers can be connected through the Router? What is WEP?What is the default username for the Router? ConnectionsDoes the Router function as a firewall? What is WPA?What is NAT and how does it protect my network? How do I make a HEX-based WEP key?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 Enter the following address in the IP Address text box Computer Security Comparing Broadband Service with a Dial-Up ModemInternet Browsers Router SecurityComputer Security Electronic Security This page left intentionally blank General Specifications DEnvironmental Wireless Operating RangeLED Indicators Power, Internet, Wireless, EthernetGlossary Access PointPage Ssid This page left intentionally blank High Security Level Firewall Security Level Services TableLow Security Level Medium Security LevelBasic Security Level Service Acronym Definitions120 Real audio/videoIcmp 323Classic Non-Windows G System Setup104 Appendix G Non-Windows Setup 106 Class B Equipment Regulatory Compliance NoticesModifications All other names are the property of their respective owners Miscellaneous Legal Notices109 Limited Warranty110 Limited Warranty 112