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Gateway GT704 s Built-in NAT, DHCP server s DNS relay support, s 10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports

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Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 1 Introduction

sBuilt-in NAT, DHCP server

sDNS relay support

sPAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet and

HTTP

sCompliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard

s10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (4)

sFlow control support for Fast Ethernet

sWeb-based configuration setup

sDefault configuration backup restore

sFirmware upgradeable

sWeb download support

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Gateway GT704 s Built-in NAT, DHCP server s DNS relay support, s Compliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard, Introduction

Contents

User Manual Solutions for the Digital LifeDSL Gateway USB/Ethernet3 Performing a Basic Setup Table of Contents2 Setting Up the Gateway Using Advanced SetupUsing Utilities Package Contents Introduction1Features Minimum System Requirementss Built-in NAT, DHCP server s DNS relay support s Web-based configuration setups Default configuration backup restore s Firmware upgradeable s Compliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standardPower Light Getting to Know the GatewayDSL Light USB Light Internet LightEthernet Lights Phone PortPower Switch Reset SwitchPower Port USB PortSetting Up Connecting a Computer to the Gatewaythe Gateway 2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click Next Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 5. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next6. Get the Power cord and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Gateway, then click Next 8. Click the On/Off switch to its on position as shown in the picture on- screen, then click Next 10. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into a yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next 12. Make sure one of the Ethernet lights on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next Connecting Via USB Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 3. Click the check box next to USB, then click Next5. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualChapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 10. Get the blue USB cable from the kit and plug the square end into the blue USB port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next 12. Make sure the USB light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway Installing Phone Filters 3. Get the phone filters. Click Next 5. Plug the ends of the phone lines disconnected in step 2 into the phone filters plugged into phone jacks. Click Next USB connection setup Click Next Next, go to “Setting Up the DSL Connection” on the next pageChapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway Setting Up the DSL Connection Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway If Static IP is selected, go to stepIf Dynamic IP DHCP is selected, got to step 5. The Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway Basic Setup Basic SetupPerforming a 3. Follow the instructions in the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, then click Begin Basic Setup Changing the Admin User Name and Password 3. Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualUsing Advanced SetupAccessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupTransparent Bridging “Broadband Connection via PPPoE” screen“Broadband Connection via PPPoA” screen PPP Auto ConnectEncapsulation PPPoA only PPP Auto Connect ONChapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Select this option if the ISP service is configured to use RFC 1483 Bridged or Routed using a Static IP Address. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway Address provided by the ISP in the “Broadband Connection via Static IP Address” screen, which causes the IP address and routing information to termi- nate at the Gateway, as opposed to the IP address and routing information being bridged to terminate at the computer. This allows the use of the router capabilities for the Local Area Network LANLAN IP Address DHCP ServerBeginning IP Address Ending IP AddressDHCP Server Configuration Domain Name Services BlockingLease Time DNS Dynamic or StaticWebsite Blocking Remote Management Application Layer Gateway and Port Forwarding Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupDMZ Hosting Firewall Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupHigh Medium Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualDynamic Routing NAT Network Address Translation Static RoutingUPnP Universal Plug and Play Time ZoneRemote Syslog Capture Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualViewing the Gateway’s StatusGeneral Status WAN - Connection Routing Table ARP TableChapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s Status WAN Status Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualLAN Status Active User ListChapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s Status This page left intentionally blank Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualUsing Utilities Web Activity LogSystem Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade FirmwareSetting Up a Network Ethernet3. Select Ethernet, then click Next Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualChapter 7 Setting Up a Network 6. Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of the computer, then click Next 8. In the next window, the Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 3. Select USB, then click Next5. Plug one end of the blue USB cable into the blue USB port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 7. Make sure the USB light glows steadily green, then click NextThe computer is connected to the Gateway via USB Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualPhysical Connections TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Connection to the RouterWhich protocols does the Gateway support? Frequently Asked QuestionsConnection to the Internet Which connection speeds does the Gateway support?How do I find out which IP address my computer is using? Is the Gateway flash-upgradeable? How do I do it?What is the valid IP range I can use for my home network? Will my Xbox work with the Gateway?Can I play games between computers on my network, or on the Internet? Yes, if the application is designed to run over a networkHow many computers can be connected through the Gateway? What is the default username for the Gateway?What is NAT and how does it protect my network? Does the Gateway function as a firewall?This page left intentionally blank Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualReference Locating Computer InformationLocating Windows Operating System Files Appendix a Reference Page Setting Up Static IP on the ComputerWindows 98 SE 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network 3. Another menu appears. Select Control PanelActiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 6. The “TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Select IP Address Windows Me 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel 6. The “TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Click IP Address Windows 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualAppendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 9. The “Internet Protocol TCP/IP Properties” window appears Windows XP Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 7. The “Internet Protocol TCP/IP Properties” window appears 9. Enter the following address in the “IP Address” text box Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Computer SecurityGateway Security Computer SecurityElectronic Security This page left intentionally blank Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualSpecifications d GeneralLED Indicators EnvironmentalGlossary Ethernet Network PPPoE Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet This page left intentionally blank Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualNon-Windowsf System Setup Classic3. When the “User Mode” window appears, select Advanced, then click OK 2. When the “System Preferences” window appears, click Network Appendix f Non-Windows Setup1. From the Apple Menu, select System Preferences Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Notices Regulatory Compliance NoticesModifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices Limited Warranty Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Return the product to In the United StatesLimited Warranty Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual