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Basic Setup

This chapter is a guide through a basic configuration setup of the Modem for users who did NOT use the Actiontec Installation Buddy® to set up the Modem. The basic setup includes instructions on how to connect the Modem to the ISP and change the user name and password.

To complete a basic setup, the user will need information provided by the ISP and access the Modem’s Web Configurator. This information from the ISP is sometimes contained in a welcome letter or ISP worksheet. If this document is not available, contact the ISP immediately and request one.

Basic Setup

☞Note: If you already set up the Modem using the Installation Buddy (as described in Chapter 2, “Setting Up the Modem”), the settings described in this section have already been configured. Please continue to chapter 4, “Using Advanced Setup,” to configure the advanced settings of the Modem.

1.Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type http://192.168.0.1

then press Enter on the keyboard.

2.The Web Configurator’s “Main Menu” screen appears. Select Setup/ Configuration.

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Actiontec electronic GT701A user manual Performing a Basic Setup

Contents

DSL Modem Table of Contents Troubleshooting Using UtilitiesSetting Up a Network Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Package Contents Introduction1 Features Minimum System Requirements Introduction Getting to Know the Modem Power LightDSL Light USB Light Internet LightEthernet Light Phone Port Power Switch Power PortReset Switch USB Port Setting Up Modem Connecting a Computer to the ModemPage 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 Setting Up the Modem Installing Phone Filters Setting Up the Modem Page Setting Up the Modem Setting Up the DSL Connection Setting Up the Modem Page Setting Up the Modem Page Performing a Basic Setup Basic SetupPage Changing the Admin User Name and Password Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen Accessing Advanced Setup Using Advanced SetupTo access the Web Configurator’s Advanced Setup screens WAN IP Address Transparent Bridging PPP Auto Connect on PPP Auto ConnectEncapsulation PPPoA only Specify a Static IP Address LAN IP Address Dhcp Server Beginning IP Address Ending IP Address Domain Name Services BlockingLease Time DNS Dynamic or Static Website Blocking Remote Management Application Layer Gateway and Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall High Medium Low Dynamic Routing NAT Network Address Translation Static Routing UPnP Universal Plug and Play Time Zone Remote Syslog Capture Viewing Modem’s Status General StatusPage Routing Table ARP Table WAN Status LAN Status Active User List This page left intentionally blank Using Utilities Web Activity Log System Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware Setting Up a Network EthernetPage Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network USB Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network Page Cannot Use the Internet TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Physical Connections Which protocols does the Modem support? Frequently Asked QuestionsConnection to the Internet Which connection speeds does the Modem support? How do I find out which IP address my computer is using? Is the Modem flash-upgradeable? How do I do it?What is the valid IP range I can use for my home network? Will my Xbox work with the Modem? Yes, if the application is designed to run over a network How many computers can be connected through the Modem? What is the default username for the Modem?What is NAT and how does it protect my network? Does the Modem function as a firewall? This page left intentionally blank Reference Locating Computer Information Locating 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 box Appendix 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 Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Computer Security Computer Security Modem SecurityInternet Browsers Electronic Security 100 WAN PPP, DHCP, Static IP Specifications dGeneral Full-rate Adsl Interface Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet, USB LED IndicatorsEnvironmental Access Point Glossary 104 Ssid 106 Non-Windowsf System Setup Classic 108 Appendix f Non-Windows Setup 110 Modifications Regulatory Compliance NoticesClass B Equipment Miscellaneous Legal Notices All other names are the property of their respective owners Limited Warranty 113 114 Limited Warranty 116