Transparent Bridging | Gateway GT704 manual

Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup

After selecting a connection type, click Next to continue configuring the connection.

Transparent Bridging

Select this option to use the Gateway as a transparent bridge. This option should only be used if the Gateway is being used as a Modem to connect your computer to the Internet via a DSL connection. When the Gateway is being used as a transpar- ent bridge, it does not provide any firewall security.

Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA

Select one of these options to allow the Gateway to use the Point-to-Point over Ethernet (PPPoE) or Point-to-Point over ATM (PPPoA) protocol.

“Broadband Connection via PPPoE” screen:

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Gateway GT704 Transparent Bridging, Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA, Broadband Connection via PPPoE screen

Contents

DSL Gateway Table of Contents Using Utilities Setting Up a NetworkTroubleshooting Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Package Contents Introduction1 Features Minimum System Requirements Introduction Getting to Know the Gateway Power LightDSL Light Internet Light Ethernet LightsUSB Light Phone Port Reset Switch Power PortPower Switch USB Port Setting Up Gateway Connecting a Computer to the GatewayPage Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Installing Phone Filters Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Setting Up the DSL Connection Setting Up the Gateway Page Setting Up the Gateway Page Performing a Basic Setup Basic SetupPage Changing the Admin User Name and Password Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen Accessing Advanced Setup Using Advanced SetupTo access the Web Configurator’s Advanced Setup screens WAN IP Address Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA Transparent BridgingBroadband Connection via PPPoE screen PPP Auto Connect on PPP Auto ConnectEncapsulation PPPoA only Specify a Static IP Address LAN IP Address Dhcp Server Beginning IP Address Ending IP Address Services Blocking Lease TimeDomain Name DNS Dynamic or Static Website Blocking Remote Management Application Layer Gateway and Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall High Medium Low Dynamic Routing NAT Network Address Translation Static Routing UPnP Universal Plug and Play Time Zone Remote Syslog Capture Viewing Gateway’s Status General StatusPage Routing Table ARP Table WAN Status LAN Status Active User List This page left intentionally blank Using Utilities Web Activity Log System Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware Setting Up a Network EthernetPage Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network USB Setting Up a Network Page Setting Up a Network Page Troubleshooting TroubleshootingCannot Use the Internet Physical Connections Frequently Asked Questions Connection to the InternetWhich protocols does the Gateway support? Which connection speeds does the Gateway support? Is the Gateway flash-upgradeable? How do I do it? 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? Will my Xbox work with the Gateway? Yes, if the application is designed to run over a network What is the default username for the Gateway? What is NAT and how does it protect my network?How many computers can be connected through the Gateway? 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 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 192.168.0.2 Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Computer Security Computer Security Gateway SecurityInternet Browsers Electronic Security 100 Specifications d GeneralWAN PPP, DHCP, Static IP Full-rate Adsl Interface Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet 4, USB LED IndicatorsEnvironmental Access Point Glossary 104 Ssid 106 Non-Windowsf System Setup Classic 108 Appendix f Non-Windows Setup 110 Modifications Regulatory Compliance NoticesClass B Equipment Miscellaneous Legal Notices All other names are the property of their respective owners Limited Warranty 113 114 Limited Warranty 116