Setting Up a Network, Reference, 107 | Actiontec electronic GT704WR

Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable/DSL Router User Manual

7 Setting Up a Network		55
	Ethernet	55
	Wireless	60
8	Troubleshooting	63
	Troubleshooting	63
	Frequently Asked Questions	64
A	Reference	71
	Locating Computer Information	71
	Locating Windows Operating System Files	72
B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer		75
	Windows 98 SE	75
	Windows Me	78
	Windows 2000	81
	Windows XP	85
C	Computer Security	89
	Comparing Broadband Service
	with a Dial-Up Modem	89
	Router Security	90
	Computer Security	90
	Electronic Security	91
D	Specifications	93
	General	93
	Wireless Operating Range	94
	LED Indicators	94
	Environmental	94
E	Glossary	95
F Firewall Security Level Services Table		99
	High Security Level	99
	Medium Security Level	100
	Low Security Level	100
	Basic Security Level	101
	Service Acronym Definitions	101
G Non-Windows System Setup		103
	Classic	103
	OS X	105
	Notices	107
	Regulatory Compliance Notices	107
	Modifications	107
	Miscellaneous Legal Notices	108
	Limited Warranty	109

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Contents

Wireless Cable/DSL Router Table of Contents Specifications Setting Up a NetworkTroubleshooting Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Introduction1 Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know the Router Power Light Ethernet Ports Wireless LightInternet Light Ethernet Lights Cable/DSL Port Reset SwitchPower Port Power port is used to connect the Power cord to the Router This page left intentionally blank Connecting a Computer to the Router Setting Up 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 Performing a Basic Setup Basic SetupTo configure the Router for basic operation Page Performing a Basic Setup Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen Changing the Admin User Name and Password Performing a Basic Setup This page left intentionally blank Using Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced SetupTo access the Advanced Setup configuration screens Page WAN IP Address Obtain an IP Through Dhcp Dialout on-demand/Idle timeout Using Advanced Setup Channel 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 Wireless Setting Up a Network This page left intentionally blank Physical Connections TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Using on Network With Another Router/Gateway Frequently Asked Questions Which wireless cards will work with the Router? 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? How do I find out which IP address my computer is using?Network Yes, if the application is designed to run over a network How many computers can be connected through the Router? What is WEP?What is the default username for the Router? Connections Does the Router function as a firewall? What is WPA?What is NAT and how does it protect my network? How do I make a HEX-based WEP key? 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 Enter the following address in the Subnet mask text box Windows Me 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 Computer Security Comparing Broadband Service with a Dial-Up Modem Router Security Computer SecurityInternet Browsers Electronic Security This page left intentionally blank General Specifications D Environmental Wireless Operating RangeLED Indicators Power, Internet, Wireless, Ethernet Glossary Access PointPage Ssid This page left intentionally blank High Security Level Firewall Security Level Services Table Low Security Level Medium Security Level Basic Security Level Service Acronym Definitions 120 Real audio/videoIcmp 323 Classic Non-Windows G System Setup 104 Appendix G Non-Windows Setup 106 Regulatory Compliance Notices ModificationsClass B Equipment All other names are the property of their respective owners Miscellaneous Legal Notices 109 Limited Warranty 110 Limited Warranty 112