Actiontec electronic Wireless-Ready Network Router User Manual
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1. Manual Refresh Auto Refresh Every 10 sec y Couvright 2003 Actiontec Electronics Inc 37 Rotronh Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway DSL Settings To access DSL Settings select DSL Settings from the Utilities screen The Gateway s VPI VCI and Mode settings can be changed from here Actiontec recom mends not changing these values without consulting the ISP Web Activity Log DSL Settings DSL Settings ro Restore Default Settings 1050 v er consultation with your Broadband Service Provider upgrade Firmware VPI O 255 VGI O 65595 7 Mode MULTIMODE Seve and Restart Restore Default Settings To restore the Gateway to its factory default settings select Restore Default Settings from the Utilities screen When the Restore Default Settings screen appears click Restore Default Settings Any changes made to the Gateway s settings will be lost and the factory default settings will be restored During this process the Gateway s power LED flashes and the Gateway is disabled When the power LED stops flashing and glows steadily green the Gateway is fully operational Web Activity Log Restore Default Settings DSL Settings To restore your Gateway to default settings click on the Restore Default Settings button below Restore Default Setings Restore Default settings Upgrade Firmware Upgrade Firmware Selecting Upgrade Firmware in the Utilities sc2. Actiontec Installation Buddy x Actiontec Installation Buddy Congratulations Setup was successful ier You have successfully configured your broadband a device Click Finish to exit Wireless Ready DSL Gateway BE Cancel Finish The installation of the DSL Gateway is complete 13 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 14 Using Qwest DSL Qwest DSL operates over home or business phone lines equipped with Qwest DSL service For this reason the Qwest DSL connection is not portable it can t be accessed while away from home or business To connect while traveling ask the ISP about a dial up account Most Qwest DSL ISPs provide a dial up account for free while others charge a minimal fee Qwest DSL is a highly reliable service but it is possible to have a dial up connec tion in the unlikely event that problems arise with the DSL service Most Qwest DSL ISPs provide a dial up account for free If not there are a number of free Internet providers whose products make great backup Internet access in the unlikely event they are ever needed Connecting to the Internet Whether connecting via Point to Point Protocol PPPoE PPPoA or Bridging Mode RFC 1483 after connecting and configuring the Gateway the Internet connection is always on Therefore to connect or reconnect to the Internet simply turn on your computer open the Web browser and go to the Web site of your choice No further set up is needed Dis
3. Wireless Settings LAN IP Address Ending IP Address 0 254 PIR Corser DNS Server 1 AAA DNS Server 2 Wabsite Blocking VOM Dare Through Port Fore DME Hosting MAC Address Cloning Save ond Restart Beginning IP Address the IP address at which the DHCP server starts assigning IP addresses Actiontec recommends keeping the factory default setting 192 168 0 2 Ending IP Address the IP Address at which the DHCP Server stops assigning IP addresses Actiontec recommends keeping the facto ry default settings 192 168 0 254 30 Chapter 6 Advanced Configuration The beginning and ending IP addresses define the IP address range of the Gateway If the default values are left intact the Gateway supplies a unique IP address between 192 168 0 2 and 192 168 0 254 to each computer on the net work Note that the first three groups of numbers of the addresses are identical this means they are on the same subnet The IP address of the Gateway must be on the same subnet as the IP address range it generates For instance if the Gateway s IP address is changed to 111 33 222 1 set the beginning IP address to 111 33 222 2 and the ending IP address to 111 33 222 254 DNS Server 1 the primary DNS server provided by the ISP If the ISP provided DNS server information enter it here If not leave the text box intact DNS Server 2 the secondary DNS provided by the ISP If the ISP pro vided secondary DNS server informa
4. DMZ Hosting below for more information Choose the protocol type from the Protocol list box then enter the IP address of the computer on the network to be used as a host Click Add The forwarded ports appear in the List of Forwarded Ports text box For a list of programs that use port forwarding as well as port numbers used see Appendix C Program and Port List To remove forwarded ports highlight them then click Remove Advanced Setup Port Forwarding WAM 1 Address Please enter ports and port r hat some internet applications require to be forwarded in the space Wireless Sattings LAN 10 Address DHCP Server 1P Port Range Protocol IP Address Services Blocking I wl rer Website Blocking von Pars Through Aaa Remove Remote Management cents List of Forwarded Ports DMZ Mostung MAC Address Cloning Save and Restart Back nes DMZ Hosting Selecting DMZ Hosting in the Advanced Configuration screen generates the DMZ Hosting screen To use DMZ hosting enter the IP address of the computer on the network to be used as a DMZ host in the DMZ Host IP Address text box then click On Advanced Setup DMZ Hosting Your Gateway can be configured to support Online Gaming and Internet Conferencing services on a network computer To use the feature enter the N en 1P address of the computer in the DMZ Most field below LAN 18 address DHCP Server Services blockin
5. Wireless Ready DSL Gateway User Manual Table of Contents Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Technical Support Connecting the Gateway Connecting the Power and DSL Cable Connecting to a Computer Connecting the Phone Filters Connecting Network Computers Configuring the Gateway Using Qwest DSL Connecting to the Internet Disconnecting from the Internet Basic Setup Basic Setup Gateway Features Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address Wireless Settings LAN IP Address DHCP Server Services Blocking Website Blocking VPN Pass Through Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting MAC Address Cloning Status Utilities Web Activity Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware Troubleshooting Reference NU WU ON gt gt BR Bo www Wu wn Y ww WW WW NN ON NON NN o o W 0 OO OO J MN Ui ul D D BR amp NN NO LO NN BWWON NU UW Ul 0 Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files Wiring Information Computer Security Securing the Gateway and Computer Specifications General Wireless Operating Range LED Indicators Environmental Glossary Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Modifications Limited Warranty 43 44 46 49 49 53 53 54 54 55 57 61 61 61 63 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec Wireless Ready Gateway The Gateway is the simplest way to connect a multiple number of computers to a single high sp
6. VEN Bare Through Mar Davies IP Address BE 0 MAC Address Cloning Save and Restart 29 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway DHCP Server Selecting DHCP Server in the Advanced Configuration screen generates the DHCP Server screen The Gateway has a built in DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol server that automatically assigns a different IP address to each computer on the network eliminating IP address conflicts The factory default setting is On To disable the DHCP Server select Off Advanced Setup DHCP Server Wiad 38 Adios Your Gateway will automatically assign an IP Address to each computer in your network We recommend that you keep the current default DHCP Server setting If you already have DHCP server in your network you may need to tum this function off wab re bieding Click Next to continue VON Base Through Fon off Save and Restart Actiontec strongly recommends leaving the DHCP Server option On If the DHCP Server option is Off ensure the IP addresses of the networked computers are on the same subnet as the IP address of the Gateway For more information see DHCP Server Configuration DHCP Server Configuration Clicking Next in the DHCP Server screen generates the DHCP Server Configuration screen Change IP address range and DNS server information here Advanced Setup DHCP Server Configuration WAM 10 Address Beginning IP Address
7. i386 for future reference w Close the Search Results window Wiring Information This section contains information about how to connect the Gateway to a two line phone a security alarm system an automatic water meter and a PBX or key phone system sharing a line with Qwest DSL Two Line Phone If Qwest DSL is connected in a location with two phone lines using two separate phone numbers the DSL phone filters must be installed on the correct phone line In most two line phone setups the red and green lines connect Line 1 while the yellow and black lines connect Line 2 If a phone filter is installed between a two line phone jack and a telephone with two line capability only Line 1 will be fil tered and operational because the phone filter connects the red and green wires only while Line 2 will be completely disconnected The solution is twofold 1 the phone filter must be installed to filter the line with Qwest DSL and 2 the second line must be wired to bypass the phone filter The 46 Appendix Reference easiest way to do this is to purchase a pair of two line modular adapters a line cord coupler and some short lengths of phone cable available at any telephone supply retailer Note Do not purchase a 1 line modular adapter or line splitter Installing either of these items results in two phone jacks on Line 1 and no access to Line 2 1 Disconnect the telephone from the two line phone jack 2 Insta
8. including accessing information about your Windows computer and wiring under special circum stances Locating Computer Information The following procedure is valid for Windows 98 98 SE Me NT 4 0 2000 and XP 1 2 8 9 From the desktop right click on My Computer Select Properties from the menu that appears When the System Properties window appears select General The version of the operating system processor type and amount of RAM installed in the computer are listed here Close the System Properties window From the desktop double click on My Computer Right click the icon representing your hard disk For example Local Disk C Some computers have multiple hard disks From the menu that appears select Properties When the window appears select General The Free space value is the available space on the hard disk 10 Close all windows 43 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Locating Windows Operating System Files If the operating system files reside on the hard drive of the computer follow the instructions below to locate them If the files are not on the hard drive they must be loaded from the installation disks Windows 98 98 SE 1 From the desktop click Start 2 When the menu appears select Find then Files or Folders 3 When the Find All Files window appears select Name amp Location 4 Inthe Named text box enter cab 5 Click the down arrow ne
9. ATM PPPoA protocol Advanced Setup WAN 18 Address Wireless Settings Website Blocking VEN Pare Through Remote Management Part Forwarding DMZ Mosting MAC Address Cloning Save ond Restort Broadband Connection via PPPoE PPPoA Please enter the username and password required by your DSL Internet Service Provider to access the Internet User Name Password Ba Beil If a User Name and Password was entered during Basic Setup it should be dis played in the Broadband Connection via PPPoE PPPoA screen If not enter the information now If the information is unavailable contact the ISP 25 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Obtain an IP Through DHCP Select this option used for cable modem configurations without a Static IP assigned by an ISP to allow the modem to query the ISP and receive IP address and routing information Some ISPs need to authenticate their end users with a Host Name and or Domain Name If this is the case check with the ISP for a host name and domain name and enter them in the Broadband Connection via DHCP screen If the ISP does not require these settings leave the text boxes blank Note Host and domain name information may also be accessed from the computer originally connected to the cable modem Advonced Setup Broadband Connection via DHCP If your Broadband Service Provider requires Host Name or Domain Name to access the Intemet please enter it below
10. DMZ Host IP Address Webrae Blocking VIN Pass Theowgh Remote Management DMZ hosting is used to support online gaming and Internet conferencing services These programs usually require multiple open ports making the network accessi 34 Chapter 6 Advanced Configuration ble from the Internet DMZ hosting symbolically places the DMZ host computer outside of the Gateway s network Access to the network resources while DMZ hosting is active is blocked Actiontec recommends activating DMZ hosting only as long as necessary S Warning The DMZ Host computer will be vulnerable to com puter hackers on the Internet while in DMZ mode MAC Address Cloning Selecting MAC Address Cloning in the Advanced Configuration screen generates the MAC Address Cloning screen A MAC media access control address is an identifier unique to every networkable device Some ISPs require a MAC address to validate a computer s permission to be on their network If the ISP requires this information obtain the MAC address of the computer originally configured for the ISP see Appendix D for instructions to determine the computer s MAC address Enter the MAC address in the User Select WAN MAC Address text boxes in the MAC Address Cloning screen Advanced Setup MAC Address Cloning that require MAC address authentication If d ross authentication to access your ISP WAM IP Address This featur Please refer to your User s Man
11. information check the appropriate box Click Next Actiontec Installation Buddy Please enter your USER ID and PASSWORD Your User ID and Password should be provided by your j Internet Service Provider ISP f User ID A Mrama ER Password i i m TF My ISP does not require any User ID and Password Wireless Ready DSL Gateway To continue click Next Cancel Finish 4 Inthe next window select the type of Internet protocol your ISP connection uses Static IP or Dynamic IP DHCP then click Next If Dynamic IP was chosen go to Step 6 Actiontec Installation Buddy Please select from the followings Your Internet Service Provider ISP should provide you the following information IP type T Dynamic IP DHCP Wireless Ready DSL Gateway To continue click Next lt Back Next gt Cancel Finish 12 Chapter 3 Configuring the Gateway 5 In the next window type in the IP Address Subnet Gateway DNS 1 and DNS 2 addresses in their respective text boxes Depending on your connec tion you may not have to type an address in every text box Actiontec Installation Buddy Static IP Information IP Address i E Subnet l 255 y 2S D 0 f Gateway 7 ME DNS 1 0 0 D 0 DNS 2 0 0 N 0 0 Wireless Ready DSL Gateway To continue click Next 6 The last window appears Click Finish to exit the Installation Buddy
12. may be limited in their application to you When the implied warranties are not allowed to be excluded in their entirety they will be limited to the duration of the applicable written warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary depending on local law Dispute Resolution The customer may contact the Director of Technical Support in the event the Customer is not satisfied with Actiontec Electronics response to the complaint In the event that the Customer is still not satisfied with the response of the Director of Technical Support the Customer is instructed to contact the Director of Marketing In the event that the Customer is still not satisfied with the response of the Director of Marketing the Customer is instructed to contact the Chief Financial Officer and or President 65 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Router User Manual Governing Law This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California U S A excluding its conflicts of laws and principles and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods 66
13. that shares a phone line with the DSL connection Connecting Network Computers Other computers can be connected to the Gateway to form a network The net work computers can be connected to the Gateway in three ways Ethernet USB or wirelessly Ethernet Use the procedure for connecting the first computer to the Gateway via Ethernet see Ethernet on page xx to connect network computers substituting a stan dard straight through Ethernet cable for the yellow cable Up to four network computers can be connected to the Gateway via Ethernet Chapter 2 Connecting the Gateway USB Use the procedure for connecting the first computer to the Gateway via USB see USB on page xx to connect network computers substituting a standard USB cable for the purple cable Only one computer can be connected to the Gateway via USB Wireless Note Computers to be added to the network wirelessly must have wireless capabilities PCI wireless adapter USB wireless adapter etc 1 Insert an Actiontec Wireless Adapter PC Card into the upper slot of the Gateway s PC Card slots Upper PC Card Slot 2 Confirm the Wireless LED is glowing solid green 3 To connect your wireless client computer with wireless capabilities to the Gateway enter the following in the wireless client s settings Network name SSID ACTIONTEC Encryption None or disabled Refer to the documentation that came with the wireless adapter for more
14. that the Power and Internet Lights on the DSL Gateway are solid green Dres Wireless LS Note If the Internet Light continues to blink confirm you have received notification from your DSL Service Provider that your DSL service is on Otherwise contact your DSL Service Provider immediately Connecting to a Computer There are two ways to connect the Gateway to a computer Ethernet or USB cable Ethernet 1 Get the Yellow Cable from the Yellow Bag and plug one end of the Yellow Cable into one of the Yellow Ports on the back of the DSL Gateway The Yellow Cable can be plugged into any of the Yellow Ports Wireless Ready gt DSL Gateway gt Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 2 Plug the loose end of the Yellow Cable into the Ethernet Port on the back of the computer Your Computer May Look Slightly Different Yellow Cable Computer 3 Confirm that one of the four Ethernet Network Lights on the DSL Gateway is green this may take a few moments Zrirriec Wireless Re LS Note If none of the Ethernet Network Lights glows green check the Yellow Cable and ensure it has been connected prop erly USB 1 Get the Purple Cable from the Purple Bag and plug one end of the Purple Cable into the Purple Port on the back of the Gateway Chapter 2 Connecting the Gateway 2 Plug the loose end of the Purple Cable into the USB Port on the front or back of your computer Connecting the Phone Filters Ph
15. 6 Advanced Configuration Note Not all wireless PC Cards support 128 bit WEP Ensure that all PC Cards installed in the networked computers support 128 bit WEP before activating Advanced Setup Wireless Settings 128 Bit WEP Key WAM IP Address Wireless Settings Key Clear LAN 1P Address DHCP Conver A hexagaceal dior consists of slehanumedc Bares in the canga 0 9 es Services Blocking Lada en oben value shouid appear Ihe Is 30 44 PU 6 AL EF 2E O3 4 21 74 90 Website blocking VPN Pass Through Back Newt Remete Management Bort Forwarding DMZ Hosting MAC Ad rars Cloning Save and Restart LAN IP Address Selecting LAN IP Address in the Advanced Configuration screen generates the LAN IP Address screen The value in the LAN IP Address text box is the IP address of the Gateway as seen on the network The LAN IP address of the Gateway can be modified but Actiontec recommends keeping the default factory setting 192 168 0 1 Note If the Gateway s LAN IP Address is modified verify the DHCP Server range is within the same subnet For more infor mation see DHCP Server Configuration Advanced Setup LAN IP Address WAN 1D address We recommend that you keep the current default LAN IP address of the Router as 192 168 0 1 Wireless Gettinge Shit To make changes enter in the new IP Address value below Click Next to DHCP Server continue Services Blocking Website Blodung LAN IP Address
16. Advanced Configuration screen generates the Remote Management screen Remote Management allows access to the Gateway through the Internet via another computer Actiontec recommends leav ing the Remote Management Off the factory default setting Advanced Setup Remote Management WAN IP Address The default Remote Management setting is Off for security reasons If you want to access yc oly please select On Wireless Settings LAN IP Address e Remote Management Fon off Br Neal DMZ Hosting MAC Address Cloning Save and Restart To access the Gateway from the Internet activate Remote Management by selecting On and writing down the WAN IP address of the Gateway see WAN IP Address On a computer outside of the network open a Web browser and enter the Gateway s WAN IP address in the address text box The Gateway s Main Menu or a password prompt if a password has been set appears in the browser window 33 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Port Forwarding Selecting Port Forwarding in the Advanced Configuration screen generates the Port Forwarding screen Port forwarding allows certain programs to bypass the Gateway s built in firewall allowing access to parts of the network for hosting a Web or ftp server for example To use port forwarding enter the IP port range in the IP Port Range text boxes If more than 10 ports are needed Actiontec rec ommends using DMZ Hosting See
17. BY CUS TOMER S OR ANY THIRD PERSON S MISUSE NEGLECT IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPT TO OPEN REPAIR OR MODIFY THE PRODUCT OR ANY OTHER CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE OR BY ACCIDENT FIRE LIGHTNING OTHER HAZARDS OR ACTS OF GOD LIMITATION OF LIABILITY TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW ACTION TEC ELECTRONICS ALSO EXCLUDES FOR ITSELF AND ITS SUPPLIERS ANY LIABIL ITY WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT OR TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL INDIRECT SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE USE PERFOR MANCE FAILURE OR INTERRUPTION OF ITS PRODUCT EVEN IF ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS OR ITS AUTHORIZED RESELLER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POS SIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES AND LIMITS ITS LIABILITY TO REPAIR REPLACE MENT OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID AT ACTIONTEC ELECTRON ICS OPTION THIS DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES WILL NOT BE AFFECTED IF ANY REMEDY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL FAIL OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE Disclaimer Some countries states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limi tation of implied warranties or the limitation of incidental or consequential dam ages for certain products supplied to consumers or the limitation of liability for personal injury so the above limitations and exclusions
18. Otherwise click Next to continue WAN LP Address Wireless Settings Host Name Domain Name von Pass Through Remote Management Back Newt Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting MAC Address Cloning Save ond Restort Specify a Static IP Address Select this option if assigned a static specific IP Address by the ISP Enter the IP Address along with the Subnet Mask and Default Gateway Address also pro vided by the ISP in the Broadband Connection via Static IP Address screen If required to provide a Host Name and Domain Name enter them here as well advanced setup Broadband Connection via Static IP Address Please enter your Static IP Address and Default Gateway Address WAN 10 address provided to you by your Internet Service Provider Wireless Settings Chick Next to continue von Pass Through Lat dcp tid Subnet Mask DMZ Mosting MAC Address Cloning Default Cateway Address Save and Restart 26 Chapter 6 Advanced Configuration Wireless Settings Selecting Wireless Settings in the Advanced Configuration screen generates the Wireless Settings screen Modify the wireless capabilities of the Gateway here Advanced Setup Wireless Settings We recommend that you keep the current default wireless settings for your Gateway The default ESSID i ACTIONTEC hannel 1 and the default WEP encryption selection value 15 Off The valves defined on this screen mus
19. SL Gateway Off Selecting Off disables encryption Selecting this option allows any computer with wireless capability and the correct ESSID value to join the wireless network 64 bit WEP 64 bit WEP requires four separate keys Each key comprises five hexadecimal digit pairs hexadecimal digit consists of an alphanumeric character ranging from 0 9 or A F An example of a 64 bit WEP key is 4E A3 3D 68 72 To create a set of 64 bit WEP keys enter five hexadecimal digit pairs in each Key text box Key 1 Key 2 Key 3 Key 4 After activating 64 bit WEP on the Gateway a computer with wireless capability can join the network only if these same keys are entered in the computer s wireless encryption scheme Wireless Settings 64 Bit WEP Key Advanced setup WAN 15 Address Wireless Settings Key 1 Clear LAN IP Address Key 2 Key 3 Key 4 OTE hexadecimal digit consist 64 bit encryption value should api Save and Restart 128 bit WEP 128 bit WEP requires one key of 13 hexadecimal pairs A hexadecimal digit con sists of alphanumeric characters ranging from 0 9 or A F An example of a 128 bit WEP key is 3D 44 FE 6C A1 EF 2E D3 C4 21 74 5D B1 To create a 128 bit WEP key enter 13 hexadecimal digit pairs in the Key text box After activating 128 bit WEP on the Gateway a computer with wireless capability can join the network only if this key is entered in the computer s wireless encryption scheme 28 Chapter
20. art 2 When the menu appears select Find then Files or Folders 3 When the Find All Files window appears select Name amp Location 4 In the Named text box enter i386 5 Click the down arrow next to the Look In text box and select My Computer from the list that appears 6 Click Find Now 7 When the search is complete note the directory path that appears most often in the In Folder column For example Ca 8 The Windows operating system files are located in this directory Write down the directory path followed by i386 for future reference 9 Close the Find All Files window 45 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Windows Me 2000 1 From the desktop click Start 2 Select Search then For Files and Folders 3 The Search Results window appears In the panel at left titled What do you want to search for click All files and folders 4 Another panel titled Search by any or all of the criteria below appears In the Look in text box click the down arrow and select My Computer from the menu that appears 5 In the All or part of the file name text box enter 1386 6 Click Search 7 When the search is complete note the directory path that appears most often in the In Folder column For example CAWINDOWS Driver Cachel 8 The Windows operating system files are located in this directory Write down the directory path followed by
21. ations General Model Number GS204AD9 01 Four Port Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Standards IEEE 802 3 10BaseT IEEE 802 3u 100BaseTX IEEE 802 11b Wireless G dmt G lite 11 413 REC 1483 2364 2516 Protocol CSMA CD WAN Full rate DSL modem LAN GS204AD9 01 10 100 RJ 45 switched ports 4 USB port 1 GS404AD9 01 10 100 RJ 45 port 1 USB port 1 Expansion PCMCIA expansion slot 2 53 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Speed LAN Ethernet 10 100Mbps Wireless See Wireless Operating Range if used Cabling Type 10BaseT UTP STP Category 3 or 5 100BaseTX UTP STP Category 5 USB Wireless Operating Range If used Indoors Up to 30M 100 ft 11 Mbps Up to 50M 165 ft 5 5 Mbps Up to 70M 230 ft 2 Mbps Up to 91M 300 ft 1 Mbps Outdoors Up to 152M 500 ft 11 Mbps Up to 270M 885 ft 5 5 Mbps Up to 396 1300 ft 2 Mbps Up to 457M 1500 ft 1 Mbps Topology Star Ethernet LED Indicators 4 port Power Internet Wireless LAN USB 1 port Power Internet Wireless Ethernet Network 54 Appendix C Specifications Environmental Power Input External 12V DC 1 2 A Certifications FCC Class B FCC Class C part 15 68 CE Mark Commercial UL Operating Temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Storage Temperature 20 C to 70 C 4 F to 158 F Operating Humidity 10 to 85 non condensing Storage Humidity 5
22. connecting from the Internet To disconnect from the Internet close the Web browser To completly disengage turn off the computer 15 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 16 Basic Setup This section is a guide through a basic configuration of the Gateway including how to connect the Gateway to the ISP Basic Setup To configure the gateway for basic operation 1 Open the Web browser In the address bar enter http 192 168 0 1 then press Enter on the keyboard Actiontec Microsoft Internet Explorer E _ O x File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Back 2 2 QSearch GyFavortes lt 4Histoy Address http 192 168 0 1 Po Links gt 2 The Main Menu screen appears Select Setup Configuration Main Menu Setup Configuration Status Utilities Help Copyright 2001 Actiontec Electronics Inc 3 Follow the instructions in the Set Up Configuration screen then click Begin Basic Setup Basic Setup Set Up Configuration Change Admin Password This section will guide you through the configuration of your DSL Gateway In most cases only Basic Setup is required In the event that you can not access the Internet after completing the Basic Setup it is possible that your Internet Service Provider may require additional configuration Advanced Setup In this case use the Advanced Setup process to configure your DSL Gateway by clicking on the Advanced Setup option from the
23. dvanced Setup settings WAN IP Address Selecting WAN IP Address in the Advanced Configuration screen generates the WAN IP Address screen WAN IP Address allows manual set up of the IP address of the Gateway There are three ways to do this Obtain an IP Address through PPPOE Obtain an IP Address Through DHCP and Specify a Static IP Address 13 Note Some DSL providers use PPPOE to establish communica tion with an end user while others use static IP Cable modem providers and other types of broadband Internet connections such as fixed point wireless may use either DHCP or Static IP address If unsure about which connection is present check with the ISP before continuing 24 Chapter 6 Advanced Configuration After selecting a connection type click Next to continue configuring the connection Advanced Setup WAN 1D Address Wireless Settings LAN IP Address ONCE Server Sarees Blocking Website Blocking VON Dass Through Remote Management Bort Forwarding OME Hosting MAC Address Cloning Save and Restart WAN IP Address Please make the appropnate selection for your Broadband connection C Obtain an IP Addross through PPPOE C Obten an IP Address through PPPoA Obtain an IP Address through DHCP specify a Static IP Address ea Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA Select this option to allow the Gateway to use the Point to Point over Ethernet PPPoE or Point to Point over
24. e that inter ference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by implementing one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Actiontec Electronics Inc may void the user s authority to operate the equipment Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC logo United States only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 61 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause unwanted operation 3 Note To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance require ments the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must no
25. eed broadband connection This easy to use product is perfect for the home office or small business If you want to take your computing to the next level the Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway is one of the keys to your success Package Contents Four port Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Power adapter Ethernet cable USB cable Installation CD User guide and quick start guide Warranty and registration card Minimum System Requirements Active DSL service Computer with an 10 Mbps or 10 100 Mbps Ethernet connection Microsoft Windows 95 Windows 98 Windows 98 Second Edition SE Windows Millennium Edition Me Windows NT 4 0 Windows 2000 Windows XP Mac OS 7 1 Mac OS 8 0 Mac OS 9 0 or Mac OS X 03 gt Note USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows 95 Windows NT 4 0 and Mac OS Internet Explorer 4 0 or higher 5 x recommended or Netscape Navigator 4 0 or higher 4 7 recommended TCP IP network protocol installed on each computer Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Technical Support Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making high quality durable high perform ance products If you need assistance the Actiontec Technical Support Department is available every day from 6 A M to 11 P M MST to provide professional support Actiontec Actiontec Electronics Inc 760 N Mary Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94085 Technical Support Phone 719 884 8300 E mail techsup
26. eless data transmissions ESSID Extended Service Set Identifier A unique identifier for a wireless network Ethernet Network A standard wired network configuration using cables and hubs 57 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Firewall Prevents users outside the network from accessing and or damaging files or computers on the network Gateway A device that manages the data traffic of a network as well as data traffic to and from the Internet IP Internet Protocol Address A series of four numbers separated by periods identifying a unique Internet computer host ISP Gateway Address An IP address for the Internet gateway This address is only required when using a cable or DSL modem ISP Internet Service Provider A business that connects individuals or businesses to the Internet LAN Local Area Network A group of computers and devices connected together in a relatively small area such as a house or an office A home network is considered a LAN MAC Media Access Control Address The hardware address of a device connected to a network NAT Network Address Translation Allows all computers on a network to use one IP address enabling access to the Internet from any computer on the the network without purchasing more IP addresses from an ISP PC Card An Ethernet adapter connected to the PCMCIA slot in a computer enabling the communication with the Gateway PPPoE Point to Point Protocol o
27. en verify the computer is using an IP address within the default range 192 168 1 2 through 198 168 1 254 If the computer is not using an IP address within the range it will not connect to the Gateway Ensure the Subnet Mask address is set to 255 255 255 0 by clicking Status in the Main Menu screen Cannot Connect to the Internet Ensure both ends of the power adapter and network cables are properly connected and the status LEDs on the front panel are working properly If running Windows 98 check the computer s TCP IP settings Select Start Run enter winpcfg in the Open text box then press Enter on the keyboard The computer should have an IP address in the default range 192 168 1 2 through 198 168 1 254 Ensure the Subnet Mask address is set to 255 255 255 0 by clicking Status in the Main Menu screen Verify the Gateway s settings are the same as the computer by clicking Status in the Main Menu screen 41 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Time out error occurs when entering a URL or IP Address Verify all the computers are working properly Ensure the IP settings are correct Ensure the Gateway is on and connected properly Verify the Gateway s settings are the same as the computer by clicking Status in the Main Menu screen Check the cable DSL modem by attempting to connect to the Internet 42 Reference This appendix contains information about various topics
28. explain the risks involved Please go to the Qwest DSL web site for full explanations and instructions Comparing DSL Service with a Dial Up Modem With a dial up modem a computer user makes an Internet connection by dialing a telephone number surfs the Internet for a period of time maybe a few minutes maybe all day and then disconnects the dial up modem No one on the Internet can access a computer that is not connected to the Internet Unlike a dial up modem DSL service is always on The connection is always available there is no need to dial a phone number to access the Internet The computer can be connected to the Internet all the time 49 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway With both types of Internet connections access to the computer must be con trolled to make sure someone on the Internet doesn t access the information on the computer The longer the computer is connected to the Internet the easier it is for someone on the Internet to find the computer and attempt to access it without permission DSL service also provides fast Internet connections This not only improves Internet performance it also improves Internet performance for anyone attempting to access the computer Gateway Security If connecting to the ISP through Point to Point Protocol PPP be sure to provide the Gateway an password If a password is not set someone on the Internet can access the Gateway and change its configuration or steal
29. hold the Reset Switch for approximately 10 seconds 19 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 20 Chapter 5 Basic Setup 21 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 22 Advanced Setup This section contains information concerning advanced configuration such as wireless settings remote management and Web site blocking Accessing Advanced Setup To access the Advanced Setup configuration screens follow these instructions 1 Open the Web browser In the address bar enter http 192 168 0 1 then press Enter on the keyboard IE Eile Edit View Favorites Tools Help E3 Back 2 A A ASeach Favorites lt GHistom p Address E http 192 168 0 1 Go Links gt 2 The Main Menu screen appears Select Setup Configuration Main Menu 3 In the Set Up Configuration screen read the instructions then select Advanced Setup from the menu on the left side Bosic Setup Set Up Configuration Change Admin Password This section will guide you through the configuration of your DSL Gateway s only B etup is required In the event that you can not internet after completing the Basic Setup it is possible that your e Provider may require additional configuration Advanced Setup In this case Gateway by left he Advanced Setup process to configure your OSL g on the Advanced Setup option from the menu to the Please click the Begin Basic Setup button below to start the ba
30. ial conformance to its program specifica tions for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller Actiontec Electronics warrants the media con taining software against failure during the warranty period The only updates that will be provided are at the sole discretion of Actiontec Electronics and will only be available for download at the Actiontec Web site www actiontec com Actiontec Electronics sole obligation under this express warranty shall be at Actiontec Electronics option and expense to refund the purchase price paid by Customer for any defective software product or to replace any defective media with software which substantially conforms to applicable Actiontec Electronics published specifi cations Customer assumes responsibility for the selection of the appropriate appli cations program and associated reference materials Actiontec Electronics makes no warranty or representation that its software products will meet Customer s requirements or work in combination with any hardware or applications software products provided by third parties that the operation of the software products will be uninterrupted or error free or that all defects in the software products will be corrected For any third party products listed in the Actiontec Electronics software product documentation or specifications as being compatible Actiontec Electronics will make reasonable efforts to
31. information on how to set the Network name SSID and encryption The computer is now connected to the network wirelessly Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 10 Configuring the Gateway Once the Gateway has been connected to a computer it must be configured Use the following procedure 1 If you connected the DSL Gateway correctly a Congratulations window appears Click Next Congratulations Actiontec I Congratulations I You have successfully installed your DSL Modem Now itis time to configure your Modem Click Next to continue 2 The first Actiontec Installation Buddy window appears Read the instruc tions onscreen select the type of ISP protocol then click Next If you chose REC 1483 go to Step 4 Actiontec Installation Buddy E Actiontec Installation Buddy In order to connect to the Internet you must properly configure your broadband device Your ISP Internet Service Provider must provide the information required to setup your account If you DO NOT have all the connection information We recommend you to stop this installtion now and call your ISP for further instructions llas nii Please select ISP protocol T PPPoE wie i u a E PPPoA D RFC 1483 Wireless Ready DSL Gateway To continue click Next Next gt 11 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 3 In the next window type in the User ID and Password If the ISP doesn t require this
32. lephone line in an office PBX or key system 1 In the building s phone closet splice into two lines the telephone line on which Qwest DSL is installed 2 On one of the spliced lines connect the Gateway The Gateway should be con nected as close as possible to the telephone network to assure a strong signal 3 Connect the Gateway to a computer or LAN hub via Ethernet cable 4 On the other spliced line install the DSL phone filter then wire normally through the PBX or key system unit to the telephone 48 Computer Security The Internet is a giant network of computers all over the world When a computer is connected to the Internet it can exchange information with any other computer on the Internet This lets the user send e mail surf the World Wide Web download files and buy products and services online but it also makes the computer vulner able to attack from persons intent on doing malicious mischief Unless access to the computer is controlled someone on the Internet can access the information on the computer and they can damage or destroy that information Securing the Gateway and Computer The Qwest DSL web site explains how to secure your computer and modem from attack Go to http www qwest com ds1 then click Security The topics featured include Modem security Computer operating system security Physical system security The following sections briefly discuss some major security concerns and
33. ll one of the two line modular adapters modular adapter 1 in the phone jack 3 If Qwest DSL is on Line 1 install the phone filter in the Line 1 jack of modu lar adapter 1 4 Install a short length of phone cable between the phone filter and the Line 1 jack of the other two line modular adapter modular adapter 2 5 Install a short length of phone cable between the Line 2 jacks of modular adapters 1 and 2 6 Connect the line cord coupler to 2 line modular adapter 2 7 Install a short length of phone cable between the line cord coupler and the telephone If Qwest DSL is on Line 2 use the same procedure but install the phone filter on Line 2 Security Alarm System If the user plans to connect Qwest DSL at a location that has two phone lines Qwest DSL must be installed on the phone line that does not service the alarm system If the alarm system and Qwest DSL must share the same phone line contact Qwest Sales to order a technical install Special wiring needs are required when Qwest DSL and the alarm system share the same phone line Qwest Sales telephone num bers are listed at the back of this manual 47 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Automatic Water Meter If an automatic water meter and Qwest DSL share a phone line a DSL phone filter must be installed on the water meter If needed contact the water company for assistance in connecting the phone filter PBX or Key System To share Qwest DSL with te
34. menu to the left Please click the Begin Basic Setup button below to start the basic setup Begin Basic Setup 17 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 4 Complete the two steps listed in the Basic Setup screen then click Next Basic Setup Basic Setup Before you begin please make sure you have completed the following steps below Click Next to continue 1 Your DSL Gateway is connected to your DSL line 2 Your computers are connected to your DSL Gateway Back Next 6 Enter the User Name and Password provided by the ISP in the DSL Broadband Connection PPPoE screen Click Next Basic Setup DSL Broadband Connection PPPoE Please enter the User Name and Password required by your DSL Internet Service Provider to access the Internet You may obtain this information from your DSL Internet Service Provider Click Next to continue User Name Password IS Note If the ISP uses a connection method other than PPPoE DHCP or Static IP for example see Advanced Setup to con nect the Gateway 7 Click Save and Restart in the Save and Restart screen Save and Restart Basic Setup Please click the Save and Restart button below to save your settings and restart your Gateway Save and Restart 8 The Congratulations screen appears The Gateway is successfully configured 18 Chapter 5 Basic Setup Congratulations Your DSL Gateway is now being configured Note Y
35. o com puters on the network To remove a blocked Web site click on it in the Blocked Website List then click Remove Advanced Setup Website Blocking WAR IP Address To block a specific website please enter the name of the website such as www actiontec com in the space below Then click the Add button to Wireluss Senge activate LAN 18 address To remove a website from the Blocked Websites List ploase soloct the baies website and click the Remove button Click Next to continue Websne Blocking VPN Past Through Website Remote Management Add Port Forwarding Remove OM Hosting MAC Address Cloning Ex na Blocked Website List Save and Restart VPN Pass Through Selecting VPN Pass Through in the Advanced Configuration screen generates the VPN Pass Through screen To set up Virtual Private Networking VPN using IPSec L2TP which allows multiple client initiated VPN pass through sessions select On Note that VPN via PPTP pass through is always active Advanced setup VPN Pass Through WAN 19 Address The default setting for IPSec L2TP pass through is Off Please tum it On to support IPSec L2TP Virtual Private Networks IPBoc L21P Fon Con PPTP pass through for use with PPTP Virtual Private Networks is always on by default res nel Mac Address Cloning Save and Restart 32 Chapter 6 Advanced Configuration Remote Management Selecting Remote Management in the
36. one filters separate the DSL signal from the voice signal on the phone line to allow the user to talk on the phone and be online at the same time All devices using the same phone line the same phone number as the DSL connection require phone filters including telephones fax machines caller ID boxes and answering machines To install a phone filter 1 Unplug the device telephone answering machine etc from the phone jack Phone Jack A en Phone Cable S Caution DO NOT unplug the black DSL Line from the phone jack near your computer 2 Open the Clear Bag and remove the phone filters The bag should contain four small phone filters and one wall mount phone filter Phone Filters e a If a wall mount telephone needs a phone filter use the wall mount phone filter Take the telephone off of the wall and install the wall mount phone filter in the phone jack securing it with the screws see the figure on the next page after Step 3 For other devices that need phone filters use the small phone filters 7 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 3 Plug a phone filter into the phone jack o Phone Jack Smaller Phone Filter Y Wall Mount Phone Filter A 4 Plug one end of the phone cable into the phone jack and keep the other end attached to the device Phone Jack Phone er gt Cord Smaller x y Phone Filter 5 Repeat steps 1 4 for every other device
37. our Home DSL Gateway will be ready to use when the Power LED stops flashing The power LED flashes rapidly while the Gateway restarts then glows steadily green when fully operational The Gateway is now configured and users can start surfing the Web If an error stating the Web browser was unable to connect to the Internet appears check the configuration settings Ensure all the information required by the ISP is entered correctly Gateway Features This section contains a quick description of the Gateway s LEDs and switches Power LED The Power LED displays the Gateway s current status If the Power LED glows steadily green the Gateway is receiving power and fully operational When the Power LED is rapidly flashing the Gateway is initializing If the Power LED is not illuminated when the power adapter is plugged in the Gateway has suf fered a critical error and technical support should be contacted Internet LED When the Internet LED glows steadily the Gateway is connected to the ISP Wireless LED When the Wireless LED glows steadily the Gateway is ready for wireless networking Ethernet Network LED The Ethernet Network LEDs glow when a network link is established with a computer A flashing LED signifies network traffic across the specific Ethernet connection Reset Switch Depressing the reset switch for one or two seconds will reset the Gateway To restore the Gateway s factory default settings depress and
38. ows remote access install a firewall Electronic Security Here are two methods to secure your computer electronically Network Address Translation If a local area network and a PPP connection to the ISP using dynamic IP addresses through a DHCP server are being used Network Address Translation NAT is being used NAT provides a very basic level of security See the Qwest DSL LAN book for more information about NAT Firewalls The safest way to prevent attacks on the computer is through a firewall a hard ware device or software program that protects the computer from unauthorized access by controlling who can access your computer and by monitoring the transmissions between the computer and the Internet Windows XP has a built in firewall For more information select Help and Support Center from the Help menu Search for Internet Connection Firewall If Windows 98 98 SE Me NT 4 0 or 2000 98 or NT 4 0 is running on the computer consider installing a firewall Hardware and software firewall products are changing rapidly as more homes and businesses establish high speed digital connections between their local area networks and the Internet 51 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway For more information about firewalls including vendors who sell firewall prod ucts go to the Qwest DSL web site and click the Security topic Firewall prod ucts are available from computer and networking equipment retailers 52 Specific
39. p actiontec com Internet www actiontec com support Connecting the Gateway The instructions that follow parallel closely with the steps contained in the Installation Buddy which provides a visual guide to setting up the Gateway It is recommended that the user run the Installation Buddy first before attempting any other procedures To set up the Gateway the user must first connect it to a computer via USB or Ethernet cable After connecting this first computer other computers can be added to the home network via USB Ethernet or wirelessly see Connecting Additional Computers on page xx Connecting the Power and DSL Cable 1 Get the DSL Gateway from your DSL Quick Start Kit and take it out of the bag 2 Get the Power Cord out of the Black Bag and plug the smaller end of the Power Cord into the Black Port located on the back of the DSL Gateway Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Confirm that the Power Light on the DSL Gateway is green mires WWW Get the Phone Line Splitter out of the Black Bag and plug the thin rectan gular end of the Splitter into the Phone Jack closest to your computer Get the Black DSL Cable out of the Black Bag and plug one end of the DSL Cable into the DSL Port located on the back of the DSL Gateway Plug the other end of the DSL Cable into one of the two ports on the Splitter plugged into the Phone Jack closest to your computer Chapter 2 Connecting the Gateway 7 Confirm
40. provide compatibility except where the non compatibility is caused by a bug or defect in the third party s product or from use of the software product not in accordance with Actiontec Electronics published specifications or user guide 63 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Router User Manual THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT MAY INCLUDE OR BE BUNDLED WITH THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE THE USE OF WHICH IS GOVERNED BY A SEPA RATE END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO SUCH THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE FOR THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PLEASE REFER TO THE END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT GOVERNING THE USE OF SUCH SOFTWARE Obtaining Warranty Service Customer may contact Actiontec Electronics Technical Support Center within the applicable warranty period to obtain warran ty service authorization Dated proof of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller may be required Products returned to Actiontec Electronics must be pre authorized by Actiontec Electronics with a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number marked on the outside of the package and sent prepaid and packaged appropriately for safe shipment and it is recommended that they be insured or sent by a method that provides for tracking of the package The repaired or replaced item will be shipped to Customer at Actiontec Electronics expense not later than thirty 30 days after Actiontec Electronics receives the defective product Re
41. reen generates the Upgrade Firmware screen Actiontec periodically posts firmware upgrades to enhance the Gateway s capabilities Web Activity Log Upgrade Firmware DSL Settings To upgrade your DSL Gateway to the latest firmware please click on the link below Restore Default Settings http www actiontecsupport com gateway firmware Caveat Upgrade Firmware 38 Chapter 7 Utilities To upgrade the Gateway s firmware 1 Click the link in the Upgrade Firmware window and download the upgrade files to the hard drive of the computer Double click on the upgrade file named upgrade exe Enter the IP address of the Gateway and click Start The upgrade process begins After the upgrade is complete unplug the power adapter from the Gateway then plug it back in again When the power LED stops flashing and glows steadily green the Gateway is fully operational Reconfigure the Gateway settings 39 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 40 Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Gateway and solutions to overcome the problem LAN Connection Failure Ensure the Gateway is properly installed the LAN connections are correct and the power is on Confirm the computer and Gateway are on the same network segment If unsure let the computer get the IP address automatically by initiating the DHCP function see DHCP Server th
42. sic setup Bogin Basic Sotup 23 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 4 In the next screen read the recommendations To perform an advanced setup on the Gateway click Begin Advanced Setup Advanced Setup Setup Configuration We strongly recommend that you keep the current default settings in this section for your Gateway However if you would like to raview and or adjust these settings please click the Begin Advanced Setup button below to start the advanced setup Begin Advanced Setup 5 The Configuring the Advanced Settings screen appears To check all the set tings or if unsure of which settings to modify select Next To modify a specif ic configuration click on its name in the menu bar on the left Advanced Setup Configuring the Advanced Settings WAN IP address The following sottings will be configured in the order below To skip ahoad please click on the selected setting from the manu to the left Click Next to continue WAN IP Address Website Blocking Wireless Settings Remote Management LAN IP Address o Port Forwarding von Base Through e DHCP Server OMZ Hosting Remote Management VPN Pass Through MAC Address Cloning Services Blocking Port Forvarging DMZ Hosting MAC Address Cloning Bock ch Ne Save and Restart Note Click Save and Restart on the bottom left hand side of the screen after finishing the configuration of one or more of the A
43. t also be used for all your wireless computers Click Next to continue ESSID Channel Save and Restart WEP Cott C64bit 120 bit NOTE WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy encryption is an optional sezurny measure far your wireless network Bu Na ESSID ESSID is the network name assigned to the wireless network The factory default setting is ACTIONTEC Although Actiontec recommends keeping the default value intact the ESSID value can be modified using any combination of alphanumeric characters i e A Z a z 0 9 All wireless capable computers included on the Gateway s wireless network must have this same ESSID value For the Actiontec 802 11b Wireless PC Card the ESSID value must be the same as the SSID value Channel Channel assigns the frequency band at which the Gateway communicates In the United States use channels 1 11 The factory default value is set to 1 Wireless Equivalent Privacy Wireless Equivalent Privacy WEP is an encryption method used with the 802 11b standard to ensure data security over wireless networks The Gateway offers three levels of WEP Off 64 bit and 128 bit If encryption is not required Actiontec rec ommends selecting Off the factory default setting Encryption is not required for wireless operation and can reduce network performance If selecting 64 bit or 128 bit encryption click Next to continue WEP configuration 27 Actiontec Wireless Ready D
44. t be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter For questions regarding your product or the FCC declaration contact Actiontec Electronics Inc 760 North Mary Ave Sunnyvale CA 94086 United States Tel 408 752 7700 Fax 408 541 9005 62 Limited Warranty Hardware Actiontec Electronics Inc warrants to the end user Customer that this hardware product will be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and service for twelve 12 months from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller Actiontec Electronics sole obligation under this express warranty shall be at Actiontec s option and expense to repair the defective product or part deliver to Customer an equivalent product or part to replace the defective item or if neither of the two foregoing options is reasonably available Actiontec Electronics may in its sole discretion refund to Customer the purchase price paid for the defective prod uct All products that are replaced will become the property of Actiontec Electronics Inc Replacement products may be new or reconditioned Actiontec Electronics war rants any replaced or repaired product or part for ninety 90 days from shipment or the remainder of the initial warranty period whichever is longer Software Actiontec Electronics warrants to Customer that each software program licensed from it will perform in substant
45. tion 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 Services Blocking To blo Internet Services from computer on your network enter the comp s IP address below and select the Internet Services that you would like to block IP Address Blocked IP Address List aa _Pomowo Internet Services Blocked F web ere newsgroups I E mail rm a Save and Restart To modify Internet privileges Web FTP Newsgroups etc for the computers on the network Enter the computer s IP address in the Enter IP Address text box At the bottom of the screen select the Internet service s to be blocked Click Add to enter the computer s IP address in the Blocked IP Address List text box To remove blocked services select the computer s IP address in the Blocked IP Address List text box and click Remove 31 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway Website Blocking Selecting Website Blocking in the Advanced Configuration screen generates the Website Blocking screen This feature enables the Gateway to block Web sites to all computers on the network To block a Web site enter the address of the Web site in the Website text box and click Add The blocked Web site address will be displayed in the Blocked Website List text box and will not be available t
46. to 90 non condensing 55 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 56 Glossary Access Point A device that allows wireless clients to connect to one another An access point can also act as a bridge between wireless clients and a wired network such as an Ethernet network Wireless clients can be moved anywhere within the cover age area of the access point and remain connected to the network If connected to an Ethernet network the access point monitors Ethernet traffic and forwards appropriate Ethernet messages to the wireless network while also monitoring wireless traffic and forwarding wireless client messages to the Ethernet network Client A desktop or mobile computer connected to a network DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol A protocol designed to automatically assign an IP address to every computer on a network DNS Domain Name System Server Address Allows Internet host computers to have a domain name and one or more IP addresses A DNS server keeps a database of host computers and their respective domain names and IP addresses so that when a user enters a domain name into a Web browser the user is sent to the proper IP address The DNS server address used by computers on the home network corresponds to the location of the DNS server the ISP has assigned DSL Digital Subscriber Line Modem A modem that uses existing phone lines to transmit data at high speeds Encryption Provides security for wir
47. turn the product to In the United States Actiontec Electronics Inc 760 North Mary Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94085 Actiontec Electronics shall not be responsible for any software firmware informa tion memory data or Customer data contained in stored on or integrated with any products returned to Actiontec Electronics for repair whether under warranty or not WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE IF AN ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS WARRANTED ABOVE CUSTOMERS SOLE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THAT WARRANTY SHALL BE REPAIR REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID AT ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS OPTION TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REME DIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES TERMS OR CONDITIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE INCLUDING WARRANTIES TERMS OR CONDI TIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SATISFAC TORY QUALITY CORRESPONDENCE WITH DESCRIPTION AND NON INFRINGE MENT ALL OF WHICH ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS 64 Limited Warranty NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE INSTALLATION MAIN TENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT OR MALFUNCTION IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED
48. ual for more information User Select WAN MAG Address mE Non Status After configuring the Gateway settings can be viewed by selecting Status in the Main Menu The Current Status screen appears displaying many of the Gateway s settings No settings other than connecting or disconnecting from the Internet can be changed from the Current Status screen 35 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 36 Utilities To access the Gateway s utilities select Utilities from the Main Menu screen The Utilities screen appears Utilities Web Activity Log activity on your network DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Gateway to the default settings Upgrade Firmware Actontec Website Will allow you to modify the OSL settings Will provide you information of the most current web Will remove all current settings and restore your DSL Will allow you to download the latest firmware from From here the Web activity log can be viewed the DSL settings changed the Gateway s factory default settings restored and the Gateway s firmware upgraded Web Activity Log The Web Activity Log provides information about the Web sites each computer on the Gateway s network has visited To access the Web Activity Log select Web Activity Log from the Utilities screen Web Activity Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Uparade Firmware Web Activity Log the most current web
49. ver Ethernet A method of secure data transmission 58 Appendix D Glossary Subnet Mask A set of four numbers configured like an IP address used to create IP address numbers used within a particular network only TCP IP Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol The standard protocol for data transmission over the Internet WAN Wide Area Network A network connecting computers located in separate areas i e different build ings cities countries The Internet is a WAN WECA Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance An industry group that certifies cross vender interoperability and compatibility of IEEE 802 11b wireless networking products and promotes the standard for enterprise small business and home environments WLAN Wireless Local Area Network A group of computers and other devices connected wirelessly in a small area 59 Actiontec Wireless Ready DSL Gateway 60 Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa tion This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarante
50. xt to the Look In text box and select My Computer from the list that appears 6 Click Find Now 7 When the search is complete note the directory path that appears most often in the In Folder column For example CAWINDOWS SYSTEM 8 The Windows operating system files are located in this directory Write down the directory path for future reference 9 Close the Find All Files window Windows Me 2000 1 From the desktop click Start 2 Select Search then For Files and Folders 3a Windows Me The Search Results window appears In the Search for files or folders named text box enter cab 3b Windows 2000 The Search Results window appears In the Search for files or folders named text box enter 1386 44 Appendix Reference 4 Click the down arrow next to the Look in text box and select My Computer from the list that appears 5 Click Search Now 6a Windows Me When the search is complete note the directory path that appears most often in the In Folder column For example C WINDOWS OPTIONS INSTALL 6b Windows 2000 When the search is complete note the directory path that appears most often in the In Folder column For example CAWINNT Driver Cache 7 The Windows operating system files are located in this directory Write down the directory path for future reference 8 Close the Search Results window Windows NT 4 0 1 From the desktop click St
51. your PPP login name and password For instructions on setting the password see the Advanced Setup chap ter If connecting to the ISP through bridging mode the Gateway is safe from unwar ranted and illegal intrusion Computer Security To protect the valuable information on the computer review the following topics These topics cover software programs and operating system features affecting the security of the computer s data Anti Virus Programs The computer should have an anti virus program and the virus definitions should be updated on a regular basis at least once a month E Mail Attachments Never run a program received as an attachment to an e mail message unless the program is known to be safe A program from an unknown source can delete all the files on the computer s hard disk or install a backdoor software application that lets people on the Internet gain access to the computer without permission 50 Appendix B Computer Security Internet Browsers Always exit the Internet browser for example Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator Never minimize the browser or leave it open in the background Breaking into a computer is easy when an Internet browser is running Network Applications Network applications such as software programs that allow remote access to the computer also make the computer vulnerable to access from other people on the Internet If using a network application that all
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