Actiontec electronic GT704WR user manual Minimum System Requirements, Features

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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable/DSL Router User Manual

Minimum System Requirements

sActive DSL service with Ethernet cable/DSL modem

sComputer with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection

sMicrosoft Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Millennium Edition (Me), NT 4.0, 2000, or XP; Mac OS 7.1 and above

sInternet Explorer 4.0 or higher (5.x recommended) or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or higher (4.7 recommended)

sTCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer

Features

sPlug-and-Play installation support for systems with Windows operating systems (98SE, Me, 2000, and XP)

sEthernet WAN port (RJ-45)

sIP packet routing and transparent bridge

sRouting protocol (RIP-1, RIP-2) and static routing support

sBuilt-in NAT, DHCP server

sDNS relay support

sPAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet

s64-, 128-, and 256-bit WEP/WPA wireless LAN security

s802.1x, WPA, and WPA-PSKfor additional security wireless LAN security

sCompliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard

s10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (4)

sFlow control support for Fast Ethernet

sWeb-based configuration setup

sDefault configuration backup restore

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Contents Wireless Cable/DSL Router Table of Contents Troubleshooting Setting Up a NetworkSetting Up Static IP on the Computer SpecificationsIntroduction1 Package ContentsMinimum System Requirements FeaturesGetting to Know the Router Power LightInternet Light Wireless LightEthernet Lights Ethernet PortsPower Port Reset SwitchPower port is used to connect the Power cord to the Router Cable/DSL PortThis 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 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 the default username for the Router? What is WEP?Connections How many computers can be connected through the Router?What is NAT and how does it protect my network? What is WPA?How do I make a HEX-based WEP key? Does the Router 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 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 DLED Indicators Wireless Operating RangePower, Internet, Wireless, Ethernet EnvironmentalGlossary 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 DefinitionsIcmp Real audio/video323 120Classic 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