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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual

2.When the “TCP/IP” window appears, select Edit from menu bar, then select User Mode.

3.When the “User Mode” window appears, select Advanced, then click OK.

4.In the “TCP/IP” window, select Ethernet from the “Connect via” drop-down list.

5.Select Using DHCP Server from the “Configure” drop-down list.

6.Ensure the “Use 802.3” option is not checked.

7.Disregard any addresses in the IP Address text boxes. They will be reacquired when the first connection is made.

8.Click Options and when the “TCP/IP Options” window appears, select Active. Ensure the “Load only when needed” option is not checked, then click OK.

9.Close the “TCP/IP” window and when prompted to save changes, click Save.

10.Restart the computer. The TCP/IP settings are configured.

To finish setting up the computer to connect with the Router, follow the instruc- tions in chapter 2, “Performing a Basic Setup,” on page 35.

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Contents

Wireless Cable Router Table of Contents Using Utilities Non-Windows System Setup 123 This page left intentionally blank Introduction1 Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know the Router Power Light WAN Light Wireless LightInternet Light Ethernet Light Ethernet Port USB PortCable/DSL Port Power Port Reset Switch Connecting the Router to a Computer and Cable Modem Setting Up Router If NTL was selected in , skip this step and go to step 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 Setting Up the Router Page Setting Up the Router Page Connecting the Router to a Computer and Set Top Box Page Setting Up the Router Page Setting Up the Router Page Setting Up the Router Page Setting Up the Router Page Router is configured Page Basic Setup Performing a Basic SetupPage Performing a Basic Setup Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen Changing the User Name and Password Accessing Advanced Setup Using Advanced SetupPage WAN IP Address Obtain an IP Through Dhcp Dialout on-demand/Idle timeout Using Advanced Setup Essid Wireless Settings WEP Off WEP+802.1x WPA Wireless MAC Authentication Wireless Advanced Settings Dhcp Server LAN IP Address Ending IP Address Beginning IP Address Services Blocking DNS Dynamic or StaticDNS Server Website Blocking Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Dynamic Routing Firewall UPnP Universal Plug and Play Static Routing MAC Address Cloning Status Viewing Router’s SettingsPage WAN Status Routing Table Active User List LAN Status Web Activity Log Using Utilities Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware This page left intentionally blank Ethernet Setting Up a NetworkPage Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network USB Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network Page Wireless Page Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network This page left intentionally blank Troubleshooting TroubleshootingConnecting to an NTL cable modem Physical Connections Using on Network With Another Router/Gateway Frequently Asked QuestionsWhich protocols does the Router support? Which connection speeds does the Router support? Does the Router function as a DSL modem? Is the Router flash-upgradeable? How do I do it?Do I need a specific cable or DSL modem to use the Router? Will cordless phones interfere with the Router? What is the valid IP range I can use for my home network? Which wireless cards will work with the Router? How do I find out which IP address my computer is using? What is WEP? What is the default username for the Router?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 Reference Locating Windows Operating System Files Appendix a Reference Click Search Windows 98 SE Setting Up Static IP On the ComputerPage 192.168.0.2 Windows Me Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 100 Windows 102 103 104 Windows XP 106 107 108 Computer Security Comparing Broadband Service with a Dial-Up Modem Computer Security Router Security Electronic Security 112 General Specifications D Wireless Operating Range LED IndicatorsEnvironmental Glossary Access Point 116 Ssid 118 High Security Level Firewall Security Level Services Table Low Security Level Medium Security Level Basic Security Level Service Acronym Definitions Icmp Real audio/video323 120 Classic Non-Windows G System Setup 124 Appendix G Non-Windows Setup 126 Modifications Regulatory Compliance Notices Miscellaneous Legal Notices 129 Limited Warranty 130 Limited Warranty 132