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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual

Using on Network With Another Router/Gateway

If setting up the Router on a network with another router or gateway, consult the documentation that came with the other router/gateway to see what kind of dynamic routing is required to operate it with the Router. Then, go to the “Dynamic Routing” screen (see “Dynamic Routing” on page 56) to select the appropriate type of dynamic routing.

Frequently Asked Questions

This section contains a list of common questions concerning the Router, and answers to the questions.

General

I have run out of Ethernet ports on my Router. How do I add more computers?

Plugging in an Ethernet hub or switch can expand the number of ports on the Router. Connect a standard Ethernet cable from the “Uplink” port of the new hub or switch to the Ethernet port on the Router, then connect additional com- puters to the Ethernet hub or switch.

Which protocols does the Router support?

The internal LAN connections support multiple protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, NetBEUI, IPX/SPX, and AppleTalk). The External WAN connection supports only TCP/IP.

Which connection speeds does the Router support?

The LAN connection on the Router supports 10/100 Mbps. The 802.11g wireless connection supports up to 54 Mbps connection speeds (depending on signal quality, environmental factors, and physical distance).

Will my Xbox work with the Router?

Yes, the Router is compatible with the Xbox. You will need to set a static IP on the Xbox in the Xbox live network settings, and forward ports 3074 (both UDP and TCP), 53 (both UDP and TCP), and 88 (UDP) if you run into DSL resolution errors.

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Actiontec electronic GT701WRU user manual Frequently Asked Questions, Using on Network With Another Router/Gateway

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 Cable/DSL Port Ethernet PortUSB 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 DNS Server Services BlockingDNS Dynamic or Static 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? How many computers can be connected through the Router? What is WEP?What is the default username for 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 Environmental Wireless Operating RangeLED Indicators 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