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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Rear Panel
The rear panel of the Gateway contains seven ports (Ethernet [4], Phone, USB, and
Power), as well as Reset and Power switches.
12VDC 0.6A
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ON/OFF
Ethernet Cable
(from Ethernet port [1-4]
to computer)
USB Cable
(from USB port
to computer)
Power Adapter
(from Power port
to power outlet)
DSL Cable
(from DSL port
to phone jack)
Ethernet Ports
The Ethernet ports are used to connect computers to the Gateway via Ethernet
cable. The Ethernet ports are 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing ports, and either a
straight-through or crossover Ethernet cable can be used when connecting to the
ports.
DSL Port
The DSL port is used to connect the Gateway to a DSL (Digital Subcriber Line)
connection.
Reset Switch
Depressing the Reset switch for one second will restore the Gateway’s factory
default settings. To reset the Gateway, depress and hold the Reset switch for
approximately one second. The reset process will start after releasing the switch.
USB Port
The USB port is used to connect a computer to the Gateway via USB cable.