Actiontec electronic GT701 user manual PPP Auto Connect

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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual

Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA

Select one of these options to allow the Modem to use the Point-to-Point over Ethernet (PPPoE) or Point-to-Point over ATM (PPPoA) protocol. “Broadband Connection via PPPoE” screen:

“Broadband Connection via PPPoA” screen:

If a User Name, Password and/or Static IP was entered in the Installation Buddy, it should be displayed in the “Broadband Connection via PPPoE/PPPoA” screen. If not, enter the information now. If the information is unavailable, contact the ISP.

PPP Auto Connect

If PPP auto connect is activated (by clicking in the appropriate check box), the Modem will attempt to automatically redial the PPP connection if it is dropped or disconnected during an online session. Actiontec recommends activating PPP Auto Connect.

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Contents DSL Modem Table of Contents Non-Windows System Setup Setting Up Static IP on the ComputerSpecifications Glossary Firewall Security Level Services TableIntroduction1 Package ContentsMinimum System Requirements FeaturesGetting to Know the Modem Ethernet Light Power LightDSL Light Internet LightEthernet Port Phone PortPhone port is used to connect the Modem to a phone jack USB PortPower port is used to connect the Power cord to the Modem On/Off SwitchReset Button Power PortSetting Up Modem Connecting a Computer to the ModemConnecting Via Ethernet Page Setting Up the Modem Page Setting Up the Modem Page Setting Up the Modem Page Setting Up the Modem Page Setting Up the Modem Page Setting Up the Modem Page Installing Phone Filters Remove the phone filters from the clear bag. Click Next Setting Up the Modem Click Next USBNext, go to Setting Up the DSL Connection on the next Setting Up the DSL Connection Setting Up the Modem Modem is successfully configured and ready for use Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the ModemBasic Setup Performing a Basic SetupPage Performing a Basic Setup Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen Changing the Admin User Name and Password Using Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced Setup To access the Advanced Settings configuration screens WAN IP Address Transparent Bridging PPP Auto Connect Encapsulation PPPoA only Specify a Static IP Address LAN IP Address Dhcp Server Beginning IP Address Ending IP AddressDNS Dynamic or Static DNS Server Services BlockingWebsite Blocking Port Forwarding Remote ManagementUsing Advanced Setup Firewall DMZ HostingNAT Network Address Translation Dynamic RoutingStatic Routing Status Viewing Modem’s SettingsPage WAN Status Routing TableActive User List LAN StatusWeb Activity Log Using UtilitiesRestore Default Settings DSL SettingsUpgrade Firmware This page left intentionally blank Physical Connections TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Cannot Use the InternetWhich connection speeds does the Modem support? Frequently Asked QuestionsConnection to the Internet Which protocols does the Modem support?Will my Xbox work with the Modem? Is the Modem flash-upgradeable? How do I do it?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 Does the Modem function as a firewall? What is the default username for the Modem?What is NAT and how does it protect my network? How many computers can be connected through the Modem?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 ModemModem Security Computer SecurityWeb Browsers Electronic Security This page left intentionally blank General Specifications DLED Indicators Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet, USBEnvironmental Glossary 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 SetupPage Appendix G Non-Windows Setup Page Installation Buddy Settings 100 Regulatory Compliance Notices ModificationsClass B Equipment All other names are the property of their respective owners Miscellaneous Legal Notices103 Limited Warranty104 Limited Warranty 106 Index 108 Index 110 111 112