Internet Light, Ethernet Light | Actiontec electronic GT701A

Chapter 1 Introduction

Internet Light

When the Internet light glows steadily, the Modem is connected to the DSL provider.

Ethernet Light

The Ethernet light illuminates when the Modem is connected via its Ethernet port.

USB Light

The USB light illuminates when the Modem is connected via its USB port.

Rear Panel

The rear panel of the Modem contains four ports (Phone, USB, Ethernet, and Power), as well as Reset and Power switches.

Ethernet

USB

Phone

Power

Reset

Phone Port

The Phone port is used to connect the Modem to a DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) connection.

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Actiontec electronic GT701A user manual Internet Light, Ethernet Light, USB Light, Phone Port

Contents

DSL Modem Table of Contents Using Utilities Setting Up a NetworkTroubleshooting Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Package Contents Introduction1 Features Minimum System Requirements Introduction DSL Light Power LightGetting to Know the Modem Internet Light Ethernet LightUSB Light Phone Port Power Port Reset SwitchPower 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 To access the Web Configurator’s Advanced Setup screens Using Advanced SetupAccessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address Transparent Bridging Encapsulation PPPoA only PPP Auto ConnectPPP Auto Connect on Specify a Static IP Address LAN IP Address Dhcp Server Beginning IP Address Ending IP Address Services Blocking Lease TimeDomain Name 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 Troubleshooting TroubleshootingCannot Use the Internet Physical Connections Frequently Asked Questions Connection to the InternetWhich protocols does the Modem support? Which connection speeds does the Modem support? 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? Will my Xbox work with the Modem? Yes, if the application is designed to run over a network 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? 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 Internet Browsers Modem SecurityComputer Security Electronic Security 100 Specifications d GeneralWAN PPP, DHCP, Static IP Full-rate Adsl Interface Environmental LED IndicatorsPower, DSL, Internet, Ethernet, USB Access Point Glossary 104 Ssid 106 Non-Windowsf System Setup Classic 108 Appendix f Non-Windows Setup 110 Class B Equipment Regulatory Compliance NoticesModifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices All other names are the property of their respective owners Limited Warranty 113 114 Limited Warranty 116