NAT Network Address Translation, Static Routing | Gateway GT704

Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual

NAT (Network Address Translation)

Selecting NAT in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the

“NAT” screen. The Gateway’s basic firewall security is based on NAT. Disabling NAT allows the computers connected to the Gateway to be accessed by outside parties. Do not turn NAT off unless instructed to do so by the ISP.

Static Routing

Selecting Static Routing in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen gener- ates the “Static Routing” screen. Enter the addresses in their respective text boxes, then click Add. The address will appear in the “Static Routing Table.” To remove an address, highlight it by clicking on it in the Static Routing Table, then click Remove.

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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 DSL Light Power LightGetting to Know the Gateway 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 To access the Web Configurator’s Advanced Setup screens Using Advanced SetupAccessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address Broadband Connection via PPPoE screen Transparent BridgingObtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA Encapsulation PPPoA only PPP Auto ConnectPPP Auto Connect on 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 Internet Browsers Gateway SecurityComputer Security Electronic Security 100 General Specifications dWAN PPP, DHCP, Static IP Full-rate Adsl Interface Environmental LED IndicatorsPower, DSL, Internet, Ethernet 4, USB Glossary Access Point 104 Ssid 106 Classic Non-Windowsf System Setup 108 Appendix f Non-Windows Setup 110 Class B Equipment Regulatory Compliance NoticesModifications All other names are the property of their respective owners Miscellaneous Legal Notices 113 Limited Warranty 114 Limited Warranty 116