USB/EthernetDSL GatewayModel #: GT704Firmware Version: 3.0.1.0.5.6d-GT704-WGUser ManualVer 2.0Solutions for the Digital Life™
7Setting Up the GatewayThe instructions that follow parallel the steps contained in the Actiontec Installation Buddy™, which provides a visual guide t
96Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual97Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer5. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window a
98Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual8. In the General tab, make sure the circle next to “Use the following IP Address” is selected. When
99Computer SecurityThe Internet is a giant network of computers located all over the world. When a computer is connected to the Internet, it can excha
100Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual101Appendix c Computer SecurityGateway SecurityIf connecting to the ISP through Point-to-Point Proto
100Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual101Appendix c Computer SecurityNetwork ApplicationsNetwork applications (such as software programs)
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103SpecificationsGeneralModel NumberGT704 (USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway)StandardsIEEE 802.3 (10BaseT)IEEE 802.3u (100BaseTX)G.dmtG.litet1.413RFC 1483, 236
104Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualLED IndicatorsPower, DSL, Internet, Ethernet (4), USBEnvironmentalPowerExternal, 12V DC, 600mACertifi
105GlossaryAccess Point A device that allows wireless clients to connect to one another. An access point can also act as a bridge between wireless cl
106Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual107Appendix e GlossaryEthernet NetworkA standard wired networking configuration using cables and hub
8Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual9Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the ap
106Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual107Appendix e GlossaryPPPoE (Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet)/PPPoA (Point-To-Point Protocol o
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109Non-Windows System SetupThe Gateway supports both the Classic Macintosh operating systems (9.2.2), as well as OS X.☞ Note: When installing any soft
110Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual111Appendix f Non-Windows Setup2. When the “TCP/IP” window appears, select Edit from menu bar, the
110Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual111Appendix f Non-Windows SetupOS X1. From the Apple Menu, select System Preferences.2. When the
112Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual3. The Network window appears. Select Built-In Ethernet from the “Show” drop-down list.4. Select
113NoticesRegulatory Compliance NoticesClass B EquipmentThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devic
114Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual1142. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unwan
115Limited WarrantyHardware: Actiontec Electronics, Inc., warrants to the end user (“Customer”) that this hardware product will be free from defects i
116Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualTHIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT MAY INCLUDE OR BE BUNDLED WITH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, THE USE OF WH
8Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual9Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway4. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first co
116Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual117 Limited WarrantyIT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR
118Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualGoverning Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A.
10Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual11Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway6. Get the Power cord and plug the smaller end into the black Powe
10Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual11Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway8. Click the On/Off switch to its on position (as shown in the pic
12Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual13Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway10. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end in
12Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual13Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway12. Make sure one of the Ethernet lights on the front of the Gatew
14Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual15Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway14. Plug the other end of the black or gray DSL cable into the pho
14Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual15Chapter 2 Setting Up the GatewayConnecting Via USB1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM driv
16Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual17Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway3. Click the check box next to USB, then click Next.4. Make sure
iTable of Contents1 Introduction 1Package Contents
16Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual17Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway5. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next.6. Get the Power
18Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual19Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway7. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then
18Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual19Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway9. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Gateway glows solid
20Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual21Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway11. Plug the rectangular end of the blue USB cable into an USB por
20Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual21Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway13. Get the black or gray DSL cable from the kit and plug one end
22Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual23Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway15. Make sure the DSL light on the Gateway glows solid green (this
22Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual23Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway2. Read the on-screen information, then unplug all telephones and
24Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual25Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway4. Plug a phone filter into every phone jack with a telephone or o
24Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual25Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway6. Read the on-screen instructions, and make sure the Gateway is c
26Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual27Chapter 2 Setting Up the GatewaySetting Up the DSL ConnectionAfter connecting the Gateway and insta
iiActiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manualii6 Using Utilities 61Web Activity Lo
26Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual27Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway In the next window, select the ISP being used from the list box o
28Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual29Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway In the next window, enter the VPI/VCI and Encapsulation settings
28Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual29Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway3. Select the appropriate IP type. This information should be prov
30Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual31Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway5. In the next window, enter the IP Address, Subnet, Gateway, DNS
30Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual31Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway7. The Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Gateway.
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33Performing a Basic SetupThis chapter is a guide through a basic configuration setup of the Gateway for users who did NOT use the Actiontec Installat
34Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual35Chapter 3 Performing a Basic Setup3. Follow the instructions in the “Set Up/Configuration” screen
34Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual35Chapter 3 Performing a Basic Setup6. Click the Save and Restart button in the “Save and Restart” s
36Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual2. The “Change Admin Username/Password” screen appears. Enter a new user name (optional) in the “New
1IntroductionThank you for purchasing the Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway. The Gateway is the simplest way to connect computers to a high-speed bro
37#Using Advanced SetupThis section contains information concerning setting up the advanced features of the Gateway, such as wireless settings, remote
38Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual39Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup4. In the next screen, read the recommendations. To perform an advan
38Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual39Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup After selecting a connection type, click Next to continue configurin
40Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual41Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup“Broadband Connection via PPPoA” screen:If a User Name and Password w
40Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual41Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup☞ Note: Contact the ISP if unsure of the proper configuration.Specify
42Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual43Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupLAN IP AddressSelecting LAN IP Address in the “Configuring the Advanc
42Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual43Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupActiontec strongly recommends leaving the DHCP Server option On. If t
44Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual45Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupLease Time “Lease Time” is the amount of time, in seconds, the DHCP s
44Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual45Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupTo modify Internet privileges (Web, FTP, Newsgroups, etc.) for the co
46Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual47Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupRemote ManagementSelecting Remote Management in the “Configuring the
2Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual3Chapter 1 IntroductionMinimum System Requirementss Internet DSL services Compatible laptop, desktop
46Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual47Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupApplication Layer Gateway and Port ForwardingSelecting Application La
48Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual49Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupIn this screen, the user can create a custom set of rules for a game
48Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual49Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupFirewallSelecting Firewall in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings”
50Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual51Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupMediumIf Medium is selected in the “Firewall Security Level” screen,
50Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual51Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupOffIf Off is selected in the “Firewall Security Level” screen, firewa
52Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual53Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupNAT (Network Address Translation)Selecting NAT in the “Configuring th
52Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual53Chapter 4 Using Advanced SetupUPnP (Universal Plug and Play)Selecting UPnP in the “Configuring the
54Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualRemote Syslog CaptureSelecting Remote Syslog Capture in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen
55Viewing the Gateway’s StatusAfter configuring the Gateway, settings can be viewed by selecting Status in the Web Configurator’s Main Menu. In the me
56Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual57Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s StatusWAN - ConnectionDisplays the state of the connection to the I
2Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual3Chapter 1 Introductions Built-in NAT, DHCP servers DNS relay supports PAP/CHAP authentication, admini
56Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual57Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s StatusIn the menu on the left side, there are other Status options
58Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual59Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s StatusWAN StatusSelecting WAN Status generates the “WAN Status” scr
58Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual59Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway’s StatusLAN StatusSelecting LAN Status generates the “LAN Status” scr
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61Using UtilitiesTo access the Gateway’s Web-based Utilities, select Utilities from the Web Configurator’s Main Menu screen. The “Utilities” screen ap
62Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual63Chapter 6 Using UtilitiesAuto RefreshTo set the Web Activity Log screen to automatically refresh at
62Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual63Chapter 6 Using UtilitiesDisplayView other saved logs by selecting a log from this drop-down list.S
64Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Restore Default SettingsTo restore the Gateway to its factory default settings, select Restore Defaul
65Setting Up a NetworkOther computers can be connected to the Gateway to form a network, which allows the computers to transfer files, communicate wit
66Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual67Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network2. Read the instructions, select Additional Computers by clicking on
4Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual5Chapter 1 IntroductionGetting to Know the GatewayThis section contains a quick description of the Gat
66Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual67Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network4. When the next window appears, get the yellow Ethernet cable from
68Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual69Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network6. Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet
68Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual69Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network8. In the next window, the Installation Buddy checks the configurati
70Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual71Chapter 7 Setting Up a NetworkUSB☞ Note: If the first computer connected to the Gateway is con-ne
70Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual71Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network3. Select USB, then click Next.4. When the next window appears, get
72Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual73Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network5. Plug one end of the blue USB cable into the blue USB port on the
72Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual73Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network7. Make sure the USB light glows steadily green, then click Next.8.
74Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual9. A series of congratulations windows appears. Click through them to exit the Installation Buddy. T
75TroubleshootingThis chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Gateway, and techniques to solve them. Note that the
76Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual77Chapter 8 TroubleshootingConnection to the InternetTo verify the Gateway’s connection to the Intern
4Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual5Chapter 1 IntroductionInternet Light When the Internet light glows steadily, the Gateway is connected
76Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual77Chapter 8 TroubleshootingWill my Xbox work with the Gateway? Yes, the Gateway is compatible with th
78Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual79Chapter 8 TroubleshootingI used DHCP to configure my network. Do I need to restart my computer to r
78Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual79Chapter 8 TroubleshootingConnectionsHow many computers can be connected through the Gateway? The Ga
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81ReferenceThis appendix contains information about various topics, including accessing information about your Windows computer.Locating Computer Info
82Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual83Appendix a ReferenceLocating Windows Operating System FilesIf the operating system files reside on
82Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual83Appendix a Reference4. Click the down arrow next to the “Look in” text box and select My Computer
84Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualWindows XP1. From the desktop, click Start.2. Select Search, then For Files and Folders.3. The “Sea
85Setting Up Static IP on the ComputerTo communicate with the Gateway from a computer on the network (to use the Web Configuration Utility, for exampl
86Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual87Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel.4.
6Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User ManualUSB PortThe USB port is used to connect a computer to the Gateway via USB cable.☞ Note: It is not reco
86Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual87Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The follow
88Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual89Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer9. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask”
88Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual89Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel.4. W
90Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual91Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The follow
90Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual91Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer9. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask”
92Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual93Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel.4. W
92Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual93Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer5. In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window,
94Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual95Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer7. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window ap
94Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual95Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer12. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask
96Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual97Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer3. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double
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