Setting Up the Router | Actiontec electronic GT704WR guide

Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router

8.Get the Router from the kit, then click Next.

9.Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit, then click Next.

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Actiontec electronic GT704WR user manual Setting Up the Router

Contents

Wireless Cable/DSL Router Table of Contents Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Setting Up a NetworkTroubleshooting Specifications Package Contents Introduction1 Features Minimum System Requirements Power Light Getting to Know the Router Ethernet Lights Wireless LightInternet Light Ethernet Ports Power port is used to connect the Power cord to the Router Reset SwitchPower Port Cable/DSL Port This page left intentionally blank Setting Up Router Connecting a Computer to the RouterPage 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 Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Router This page left intentionally blank To configure the Router for basic operation Performing a Basic SetupBasic Setup Page Performing a Basic Setup Changing the Admin User Name and Password Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen Performing a Basic Setup This page left intentionally blank To access the Advanced Setup configuration screens Using Advanced SetupAccessing Advanced Setup Page WAN IP Address Dialout on-demand/Idle timeout Obtain an IP Through Dhcp 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 Server Services BlockingDNS Dynamic or Static Website Blocking Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall Dynamic Routing Static Routing UPnP Universal Plug and Play MAC Address Cloning Viewing Router’s Settings StatusPage Routing Table WAN Status LAN Status Active User List Using Utilities Web Activity Log Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware This page left intentionally blank Setting Up a Network EthernetPage Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network Wireless Setting Up a Network This page left intentionally blank Using on Network With Another Router/Gateway TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Physical Connections Frequently Asked Questions Will cordless phones interfere with the Router? Which wireless cards will work with the Router?Do I need a specific cable or DSL modem to use the Router? Network 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 Connections What is WEP?What is the default username for the Router? How many computers can be connected through the Router? How do I make a HEX-based WEP key? What is WPA?What is NAT and how does it protect my network? Does the Router function as a firewall? This page left intentionally blank 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 192.168.0.2 Windows XP Page Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Enter the following address in the IP Address text box Comparing Broadband Service with a Dial-Up Modem Computer Security Internet Browsers Router SecurityComputer Security Electronic Security This page left intentionally blank Specifications D General Power, Internet, Wireless, Ethernet Wireless Operating RangeLED Indicators Environmental Access Point GlossaryPage Ssid This page left intentionally blank 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 104 Appendix G Non-Windows Setup 106 Class B Equipment Regulatory Compliance NoticesModifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices All other names are the property of their respective owners Limited Warranty 109 110 Limited Warranty 112