Services Blocking, Lease Time, Domain Name | Gateway GT704 manual

Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual

Lease Time

“Lease Time” is the amount of time, in seconds, the DHCP server will lease a particular IP address. Default is 86400 seconds (24 hours), after which a new IP address must be released. To extend the lease time, enter a larger number.

Domain Name

“Domain Name” allows a network administrator to enter a domain name if the network is being used in a domain environment.

DNS (Dynamic or Static)

These options designate the type of DNS server provided by the ISP. If the ISP provided DNS server information, select the type here. If not, leave as is.

DNS Server 1

“DNS Server 1” is the primary DNS server provided by the ISP. If the ISP pro- vided DNS server information, enter it here. If not, leave the text box intact.

DNS Server 2

“DNS Server 2” is the secondary DNS provided by the ISP. If the ISP provided secondary DNS server information, enter it here. If not, leave the text box intact.

Services Blocking

Selecting Services Blocking in the “Advanced Configuration” screen generates the “Services Blocking” screen.

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Contents

DSL Gateway Table of Contents Setting Up a Network Using UtilitiesTroubleshooting Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Introduction1 Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Introduction Power Light Getting to Know the GatewayDSL Light Ethernet Lights Internet LightUSB Light Phone Port Power Port Reset SwitchPower Switch USB Port Connecting a Computer to the Gateway Setting Up 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 Basic Setup Performing a Basic SetupPage Changing the Admin User Name and Password Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen Using Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced SetupTo access the Web Configurator’s Advanced Setup screens WAN IP Address Transparent Bridging Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoABroadband Connection via PPPoE screen PPP Auto Connect PPP Auto Connect onEncapsulation PPPoA only Specify a Static IP Address Dhcp Server LAN IP Address Ending IP Address Beginning IP Address Lease Time Services BlockingDomain Name DNS Dynamic or Static Website Blocking Remote Management Application Layer Gateway and Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting High Firewall Low Medium Dynamic Routing Static Routing NAT Network Address Translation Time Zone UPnP Universal Plug and Play Remote Syslog Capture General Status Viewing Gateway’s StatusPage ARP Table Routing Table WAN Status Active User List LAN Status This page left intentionally blank Web Activity Log Using Utilities System Log DSL Settings Upgrade Firmware Restore Default Settings Ethernet Setting Up a NetworkPage 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 Connection to the Internet Frequently Asked QuestionsWhich protocols does the Gateway support? Which connection speeds does the Gateway support? What is the valid IP range I can use for my home network? Is the Gateway flash-upgradeable? How do I do it?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 NAT and how does it protect my network? What is the default username for the Gateway?How many computers can be connected through the Gateway? Does the Gateway function as a firewall? 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 192.168.0.2 Computer Security Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Gateway Security Computer SecurityInternet Browsers Electronic Security 100 General Specifications dWAN PPP, DHCP, Static IP Full-rate Adsl Interface LED Indicators Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet 4, USBEnvironmental Glossary Access Point 104 Ssid 106 Classic Non-Windowsf System Setup 108 Appendix f Non-Windows Setup 110 Regulatory Compliance Notices ModificationsClass B Equipment All other names are the property of their respective owners Miscellaneous Legal Notices 113 Limited Warranty 114 Limited Warranty 116