Ethernet Ports, DSL Port, USB Port | Actiontec electronic GT704WG

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.

ON/OFF

12VDC

0.6A

1 2

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Ethernet Cable	DSL Cable	USB Cable	Power Adapter
(from Ethernet port [1-4]	(from DSL port	(from USB port	(from Power port
to computer)	to phone jack)	to computer)	to power outlet)

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.

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Actiontec electronic GT704WG user manual Ethernet Ports, DSL Port, Reset Switch, USB Port

Contents

Wireless DSL Gateway Table of Contents Configuring the Gateway’s Utilities Configuring Security SettingsConfiguring Parental Controls Troubleshooting Limited Warranty 109 SpecificationsGlossary Service Acronyms 103 107 This page left intentionally blank Package Contents Introduction1 Features Minimum System Requirements Getting to Know the Gateway DSL Light Power LightWireless Light Internet Light DSL Port Reset SwitchEthernet Ports USB Port Power Switch Power PortPower port is used to connect the Power cord to the Gateway Power switch is used to power the Gateway on and off To access the Quick Setup screens Performing a Quick SetupAccessing Quick Setup Screens Then press Enter on the keyboardPage Performing a Quick Setup Changing the Password Performing a Quick Setup This page left intentionally blank Viewing Gateway’s Status Broadband Connection StatusPage Viewing the Gateway’s Status Network Status Configuring4 Wireless Settings Accessing Wireless SetupPage Configuring Wireless Settings Basic Wireless Setup Wireless Advanced Settings WEP WEP+802.1x WPA Page Wireless Status This page left intentionally blank Configuring5 Advanced Settings Accessing Advanced Setup ScreensPage Configuring Advanced Settings DSL Settings Dhcp Settings Subnet Mask Beginning IP AddressEnding IP Address Enter the IP address of the Dhcp server’s subnet mask here DNS Dynamic or Static LAN IP AddressDomain Name DNS Server WAN IP Address Page Configuring Advanced Settings QoS Settings Upstream Destination Rule List QoS Settings Downstream QoS Status Remote Management/Telnet Remote Management Telnet Timeout SettingTelnet Dynamic Routing Static Routing UPnP Universal Plug and Play USB Port Detection Time Zone Remote Syslog Capture This page left intentionally blank Configuring6 Security Settings Accessing Wired Security Screens Admin User Name and Password See Changing the Password on Firewall Page Low Applications DMZ Hosting NAT Network Address Translation Port Mapping Configuring7 Parental Controls Accessing Parental Control Screens Services Blocking Website Blocking Schedule Rules Configuring Parental Controls Page Configuring Gateway’s Utilities Accessing the Utilities ScreensPage Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware Multiple PVC Web Activity Log System Log OAM Ping Test Reboot Ping TestPage LAN Connection Failure TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Cannot Connect to the Internet CMD Which protocols does the Gateway support? Frequently Asked QuestionsTime out error occurs when entering a URL or IP Address 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 what IP address my computer is using? Connections No. Follow these steps to refresh your IP addressYes, if the application is designed to run over a network How many computers can be connected through the Gateway? Security 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? This page left intentionally blank Reference Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files Appendix a Reference Click Search Switching to Static IP On the Computer Windows 98 SEPage Do not include the periods they are automatically entered Windows Me Enter the following numbers in the Subnet mask text box Appendix B Switching to Static IP on the Computer Do not include the periods they are automatically entered Windows Page Appendix B Switching to Static IP on the Computer Do not include the periods they are automatically entered Windows XP Page Appendix B Switching to Static IP on the Computer Enter the following address in the IP Address text box Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Computer Security Computer Security Gateway SecurityInternet Browsers Electronic Security Page Specifications D General Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet, USB, Wireless Wireless Operating RangeLED Indicators Environmental Access Point Glossary 100 Ssid 102 Service Acronym Definitions Service AcronymsEndPoint Mapper. Uses UDP 135 and TCP DSuses UDP 445 and TCP 445 -GCuses TCP IMAP, IMAPv3Uses TCP Smtp 106 Modifications Regulatory Compliance NoticesClass B Equipment 108 Limited Warranty 109 110 Limited Warranty 112