Setting Up a Network, Ethernet | Actiontec electronic GT701WG

Setting Up a Network 7

Other computers can be connected to the Gateway to form a network, which allows the computers to transfer files, communicate with each other, and share an Internet connection. The networked computers can be connected to the Gateway in three ways: Ethernet, USB, or wirelessly.

Ethernet

The following procedure assumes the first computer connected to the Gateway was connected via USB. If the first computer was connected via Ethernet, connect addi- tional computers via USB (see page 72) or wirelessly (see page 77).

1.Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROMdrive of the computer. The Installation Buddy will start automatically. Wait until the following screen appears, read the on-screen instructions, select the country in which you live by clicking in the appropriate check box, then click Next.

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Actiontec electronic GT701WG user manual Setting Up a Network, Ethernet

Contents

Wireless DSL Gateway Table of Contents Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Setting Up a NetworkTroubleshooting Specifications 111 Package Contents Introduction1 Features Minimum System Requirements Introduction Getting to Know the Gateway Power LightDSL Light Ethernet Light Wireless LightInternet Light USB Light Phone Port Reset SwitchPower Port USB Port Setting Up Gateway Connecting a Computer to the GatewayPage Setting Up the Gateway Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Connecting Via USB Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Installing Phone Filters Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Ethernet Click Next Setting Up the Gateway Setting Up the DSL Connection Next, go to Setting Up the DSL Connection, below Setting Up the Gateway Page Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway Gateway is successfully configured and ready for use This page left intentionally blank Basic Setup Performing a Basic SetupTo configure the Gateway for basic operation Page Performing a Basic Setup 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 Advanced Setup configuration screens Page WAN IP Address Transparent Bridging Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA PPP Auto Connect Encapsulation PPPoA only Specify a Static IP Address Using Advanced Setup Wireless Settings Channel Off WEP WEP+802.1x Wireless MAC Authentication WPA Wireless Advanced Settings LAN IP Address Dhcp Server Beginning IP Address Ending IP Address DNS Dynamic or Static Services BlockingDNS Server Website Blocking Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall Dynamic Routing NAT Network Address Translation Static Routing UPnP Universal Plug and Play Viewing Gateway’s Settings StatusPage Routing Table WAN Status LAN Status Active User List Using Utilities Web Activity Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware This page left intentionally blank 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 Wireless Page Read the on-screen instructions, then click Finish This page left intentionally blank Cannot Use the Internet TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Physical Connections Which protocols does the Gateway support? Frequently Asked QuestionsConnection to the Internet Which connection speeds does the Gateway support? Which wireless cards will work with the Gateway? Is the Gateway flash-upgradeable? How do I do it?Yes, the Gateway has a built-in DSL Modem Wireless Will my Xbox work with the Gateway? 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 Gateway? What is the default username for the Gateway?What is NAT and how does it protect my network? Does the Gateway function as a firewall? 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 100 Windows XP 102 103 104 105 106 Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Computer Security Computer Security Gateway SecurityInternet Browsers Electronic Security 110 Lite T1.413 RFC 1483, 2364 Protocol Specifications DGeneral WAN PPP, DHCP, Static IP Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet, USB, Wireless Wireless Operating RangeLED Indicators Environmental Access Point Glossary 114 Ssid 116 Firewall Security Level Services Table High Security Level Medium Security Level Low Security Level Service Acronym Definitions Basic Security Level 323 Real audio/videoIcmp 120 Non-Windows G System Setup Classic 122 Appendix G Non-Windows Setup 124 Installation Buddy Settings Default Mode PPPoA Default VPI Default VCI Modifications Regulatory Compliance NoticesClass B Equipment Miscellaneous Legal Notices All other names are the property of their respective owners Limited Warranty 129 130 Limited Warranty 132