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1. 13 Plug the other end of the gray or black DSL cable into the phone jack clos est to the computer Click Next x Actvorntec Installation Buddy STEP 12 Plug the other end of the El Gray or Black Cable into the Phone Jack closest to your computer Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 20 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 14 Make sure the the Power DSL and USB lights on the Modem glow solid green it may take a few moments Click Next x Actiortec Installation Buddy STEP 13 Make sure that the Power DSL and USB lights on the DSL Modem are Solid GREEN This may take a few moments NOTE Ifthe DSL light is NOT green make sure that you received notification from your DSL Internet Service Provider notifying you that your DSL service has been activated Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel The Modem is connected to a computer via USB Next install the phone filters as described in Installing Phone Filters below Installing Phone Filters Phone filters allow the use of the telephone or other online devices while online All devices telephones answering machines fax machines etc using the same phone line i e using the same phone number as the DSL line must have a phone filter installed To install phone filters 1 Read the on screen information get the phone filters then click Next r Actrortec I
2. Firewall Security Level The default Firewall Security Level is set to Basic You can change the Firewall Security Level to suit your networking needs Note Once you have selected a security level all IP traffic other than the policies specified will be blacked by the Firewall Refer to the User Manual for detailed information on Firewall policies High Medium Low Basic 46 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Dynamic Routing Selecting Dynamic Routing in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen generates the Dynamic Routing screen Dynamic Routing RIP Routing Information Protocol Settings Select Enable to enable Dynamic Routing The default setting Disable disables Dynamic Routing Enable Disable Back Next If a router or gateway is set up behind the Modem in the network configuration consult the documentation that came with the router gateway to see what kind of Dynamic Routing is required operate it with the Modem then select the appropri ate option in this screen NAT Network Address Translation Selecting NAT in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen generates the NAT screen The Modems basic firewall security is based on NAT Disabling NAT allows the computers connected to the Modem to be accessed by outside parties Do not turn NAT off unless instructed to do so by the ISP NAT Warning Please do not disable NAT unless instructed to do so by you
3. To create or change the admin user name and password controlling access to the Modem s Web Configuration screens follow these instructions 1 From the Setup Configuration screen select Admin Username Password from the menu on the left side Basic Setup Set Up Configuration Admin Username Password This section will guide you through the configuration of your DSL Modem Advanced Setup 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 In this case use the Advanced Setup process to configure your DSL Modem by clicking on the Advanced Setup option from the menu to the left Please click the Begin Basic Setup button below to start the basic setup Begin Basic Setup 2 The Change Admin Username Password screen appears Enter a new user name optional in the New Username text box then a password in the New Password text box Re enter the password in the Re enter New Password text box Make sure to write the user name and password down and keep them in a secure location They will be needed to access to the Modem s Web Configurations screens in the future Change Admin Username Password New Username admin New Password Re enter New Password Please click the Save and Restart button below to save your settings restart your DS
4. lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel The Modem is connected to a computer via Ethernet Next install the phone filters as described in Installing Phone Filters on page 21 Connecting Via USB 1 Insert the Installation CD in the CD ROM drive of the computer The Installation Buddy starts automatically Wait until the following screen appears read the on screen instructions select the country in which you live by clicking in the appropriate check box then click Next x Actiontec Installation Buddy Welcome to the Actiontec Installation Buddy Hi I m YOUR INSTALLATION BUDDY I LL BE AROUND TO HELP YOU OUT Please select the country in which you live If the country in which you live is NOT listed below please select OTHER COUNTRY Click NEXT to continue Please select from the following M usa T United Kingdom T Other Country lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 14 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 2 Read the instructions consult the ISP s documentation and select the appropri ate letter by clicking in its check box then click Next x You should have received a EJ document from your Internet Service Provider ISP that included your DSL User Name and Password Somewhere on this document your ISP should have listed a letter Make sure that you click the box next to that letter now Click NEXT to continue DSL Modem Please select from t
5. representing a number from 2 through 255 and the Default Gateway address should be 192 168 0 1 If not restart the computer to allow the Modem to assign a IP address If a static IP address was previously assigned to the computer it will need to be removed before the Modem can dynamically assign a new IP address After the computer restarts check the IP address of the computer again If it is still not correct type ipconfig note the space after ipconfig to release and renew the IP address Once the IP address has been verified as correct open a Web browser In the Address text box type 192 168 0 1 and click Go The Modem s Web Configurator Main Menu screen appears verifying the Modem s active connection 57 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Connection to the Internet To verify the Modems connection to the Internet open a Web browser In the Address text box type 192 168 0 1 and click Go The Modem s Web Configurator Main Menu appears Select Status and once the Status screen appears verify that Connected is displayed in the WAN section of the screen If not power cycle the Modem by unplugging and then replugging the Power cord After power cycling the Modem check the connection status again If still disconnected go to the Main Menu select Setup and go through a Basic Setup procedure making sure to enter all correct selections and or entries for the con nection Aft
6. 75 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 7 The Local Area Connection Properties window appears Click General 8 In the Components checked are used by this connection list box double click Internet Protocol TCP IP Local 4rea Connection 2 Properties 2 x General Connect using BY Realtek RTL8139 4 PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter Components checked are used by this connection E Client for Microsoft Networks amp File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Internet Protocol TCP IP SJ lt lt Install Uninstall Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol Intermet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks I Show icon in taskbar when connected 9 The Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window appears Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties General You can get IF settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 0 2 Subnet mask 255s 2 255 00 Default gateway Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server i Alternate DNS serv
7. Basic Setup Admin Username Password This section will guide you through the configuration of your DSL Modem 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 Modem by clicking on the Advanced Setup option from the menu to the left Please click the Begin Basic Setup button below to start the basic setup Begin Basic Setup 33 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 4 Inthe next screen read the recommendations To perform an advanced setup on the Modem click Begin Advanced Setup Setup Configuration We strongly recommend that you keep the current default settings in this section for your DSL Modem However if you would like to review 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 spe cific configuration click on its name in the menu bar on the left Advanced Setup Configuring the Advanced Settings WAN IP Address The following settings will be configured in the order below To skip ahead please click on
8. Subnet mask text box 255 255 255 0 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard 10 Click OK The TCP IP Properties window disappears 11 In the Network window click OK The Network window disappears 12 The System Settings Change window appears asking whether the computer should be restarted Click Yes System Settings Change Q You must restart your computer before the new settings will take effect Do you want to restart your computer now The computer restarts It is now set up with a static IP address allowing access to the Modem s Web Configuration Utility Windows Me 1 From the desktop click on the Start button in the lower left corner 2 From the menu that appears select Settings gt a f D a ne T Programs Documents a amp ES 2 70 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 3 Another menu appears Select Control Panel Windows Update Programs Documents Control Panel Settings Dial Up Networking Printers Help Taskbar and Start Menu Search Run Log Off Default Shut Down E Contro Panel E JC File Edit View Favorites Tools Help KE Back Ey GSearch GyFolders CBistoy AS GZ XxX A EJ Ad Address A Control Panel gt Go Norton AntiVirus m M S 9 s o dd New Add Remove Automatic Date Time Dial Up Display Folder Options Hard
9. USB Ethernet DSL Modem Model GT701 User Manual Solutions for the Digital Life Table of Contents Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know the Modem Setting Up the Modem Connecting a Computer to the Modem Installing Phone Filters Setting Up the DSL Connection Performing a Basic Setup Basic Setup Changing the Admin User Name and Password Using Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address LAN IP Address DHCP Server Services Blocking Website Blocking Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall Dynamic Routing NAT Network Address Translation Static Routing 5 Viewing the Modem s Settings Status Routing Table WAN Status LAN Status Active User List 6 Using Utilities Web Activity Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions NN WNN 21 26 29 29 32 33 33 34 39 40 42 43 44 44 46 46 47 47 48 49 49 51 51 52 52 53 53 54 54 55 57 57 58 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual A Reference 63 Locating Computer Information 63 Locating Windows Operating System Files 64 B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 67 Windows 98 SE 67 Windows Me 70 Windows 2000 73 Windows XP 77 C Computer Security 81 Comparing DSL Service with a Dial Up Modem 81 Modem Security 82 Computer Security 82 Electronic
10. ___ M usa IT United Kingdom I Other Country Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 2 Read the instructions consult the ISP s documentation and select the appro priate letter by clicking in its check box then click Next x Acteorkec Installation Buddy You should have received a zj document from your Internet Service Provider ISP that included your DSL User Name and Password Somewhere on this document your ISP should have listed a letter Make sure that you click the box next to that letter now Click NEXT to continue DSL Modem f2 Please select from the following options Oa Oe De O B OD OF lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel Note For more details regarding these settings see Appendix H on page 99 3 Click in the check box next to Ethernet Recommended then click Next x Actortec Installation Buddy The Actiontec DSL Modem can be connected to your computer in the following two ways Click NEXT to continue Please select from the following options Ethernet Recommended F USB lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 4 Make sure the items needed to connect the Modem to the first computer are included in the kit then click Next Actrortec Installation Buddy For this installation you will need E the following items from your DSL Quick Start Kit DSL Modem Power Co
11. lt Back Next gt Help Finish 4 Select the type of static IP address received from the ISP Single or Block Cancel In the next window enter the IP Address Subnet Modem DNS 1 and DNS 2 information if applicable in the appropriate text boxes This information should be available in the ISP When finished click Next and go to step 5 27 Acteorrec Installation Buddy Since you have a Block of IP Aly Static IP Information addresses please type in the IP Address gateway address and subnet i mask provided by your ISP in SUBNET the associated fields If your 365 25 25 0 ISP has provided DNS server addresses please configure RATEWAN them in the DNS 1 and DNS 2 fields Otherwise leave the DNS 1 DNS fields as is j DNS 2 Click NEXT to continue a aa I lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 5 The Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Modem x Acteorrec Installation Buddy Your Modem is now being configured Please wait O 000000 lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 6 When the configuration is complete a series of Congratulations screens appear Read the on screen information then click through the next few screens then click Finish in the last screen to exit the Installation Buddy Acteorrec Installation Buddy Congratulations You have successfully completed the install
12. Setup Configuration Status Utilities Help Copyright 2001 2002 2003 2004 Actiontec Electronics Inc 29 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3 Follow the instructions in the Set Up Configuration screen then click Begin Basic Setup Basic Setup Set Up Configuration Admin Username Password This section will guide you through the configuration of your DSL Modem Advanced Setup 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 In this case use the Advanced Setup process to configure your DSL Modem by clicking on the Advanced Setup option from the menu to the left Please click the Begin Basic Setup button below to start the basic setup Begin Basic Setup 4 Inthe next screen follow the on screen instructions then click Next Setup Before you begin please make sure you have completed the following steps below Click Next to continue 1 Your DSL Modem is connected to your DSL line 2 Your computers are connected to your DSL Modem Back Next 5 In the next screen select the type of connection provided by the ISP by click ing in the circle next to PPPoE or PPPoA This information should be pro vided by the ISP Broadband Connection Please select the connection method that you use to access the Internet Click
13. 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 guarantee 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 fol lowing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 101 Actiont
14. USB Port The USB port is used to connect a computer to the Modem via USB cable Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is used to connect a computer to the Modem via Ethernet cable The Ethernet port is a 10 100 Mbps auto sensing port and either a straight through or crossover Ethernet cable can be used when connecting to the port Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual On Off Switch The On Off switch controls power to the Modem When the top of the switch is depressed the Modem is powered off When the bottom of the switch is depressed the Modem is powered on assuming the Power cord is correctly connected Warning Do not power down the Modem using the On Off 7 lt switch during the reset process Doing so may result in perma nent damage to the Modem Reset Button Depressing the Reset button for one or two seconds will power cycle the Modem similar to unplugging and then plugging in the Modem s Power cord To restore the Modem s factory default settings depress and hold the Reset button for approximately 15 seconds The reset process will start about 10 seconds after releasing the switch Power Port The Power port is used to connect the Power cord to the Modem Warning Do not unplug the Power cord from the Modems 7 lt Power port during the reset process Doing so may result in per manent damage to the Modem Setting Up the Modem The instructions that follow in this chapter parallel the steps co
15. tions is recommended As the number of connections increases the available speed for each computer decreases Security What is the default username for the Modem The default username for the router is admin all lower case To activate the password to protect the Modem change the default password which is blank by default Remote management is not available on the Modem until the default password is changed Does the Modem function as a firewall Yes The Modem provides its security through the use of NAT firewall which acts as a physical barrier between your network and the Internet What is NAT and how does it protect my network NAT Network Address Translation is a type of security that masks the private IP addresses of the computers on your network with a single public IP address With NAT the private IP address of the computers on your network is never transmit ted over the Internet Which Virtual Private Networking VPN protocols are supported The Modem supports pass through for PPTP L2TP and IPSec Can l use Internet firewall or security programs with my network Because the Modem uses NAT firewall security it is not necessary to use any other program for security The use of third party firewall or Internet security software is not recommended since certain programs create problems on a private network BlackIce Defender Norton Internet Security and ZoneAlarm for example 61 Actiontec USB Etherne
16. window appears select Name amp Location 4 Inthe Named text box enter cab 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 C WINDOWS 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 64 Appendix A 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 C WINNT Driver Cache 7 The Windows operating system files are located in this directory Write down the
17. 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 substantial 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 s
18. IP Address Please make the appropriate selection for your Broadband connection Transparent Bridging RFC1483 Bridged Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE Obtain an IP Address through PPPoA Obtain an IP Address through DHCP Specify a Static IP Address Encapsulation RFC1483 Bridged RFC1483 Routed l Unnumbered Mode I VIP Mode Unnumbered IP Address o 0 0 0 Gateway Address 255 255 255 0 Unnumbered Subnet Mask Back Next Transparent Bridging Select this option to use the Modem as a transparent bridge This option should only be used if the Modem is being used to connect only one computer to the Internet via a DSL connection When the Modem is being used as a transparent bridge it does not provide any firewall security 35 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA Select one of these options to allow the Modem to use the Point to Point over Ethernet PPPoE or Point to Point over ATM PPPoA protocol Broadband Connection via PPPoE screen Broadband Connection via PPPoE Please enter the username password required by your DSL Internet Service Provider to access the Internet PPP auto connect User Name Password Static IP Back Next Broadband Connection via PPPoA screen Broadband Connection via PPPoA Please enter the username password required by your DSL Internet Service Provider to access the
19. Internet M PPP auto connect Encapsulation VC MUX LLC SNAP User Name Password Static IP Back Next If a User Name Password and or Static IP was entered in the Installation Buddy it should be displayed in the Broadband Connection via PPPoE PPPoA screen If not enter the information now If the information is unavailable contact the ISP PPP Auto Connect If PPP auto connect is activated by clicking in the appropriate check box the Modem will attempt to automatically redial the PPP connection if it is dropped or disconnected during an online session Actiontec recommends activating PPP Auto Connect 36 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Encapsulation PPPoA only Select one of the encapsulation options based on information received from the ISP Obtain an IP Through DHCP Select this option if the IP service is configured to use RFC 1483 Bridged or Routed used for configurations without a static IP assigned by an ISP In this mode the Modem will query the ISP to receive the IP address and routing information which will terminate at the Modem as opposed to the IP address and routing information being bridged to terminate at the computer This allows the use of the router capa bilities for the Local Area Network LAN 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 i
20. Modem User Manual DMZ Hosting Selecting DMZ Hosting in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen gener ates 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 DMZ Hosting Your DSL Modem can be configured to support Online Gaming and Internet Conferencing services on a network computer To use this feature enter the IP Address of the computer in the DMZ Host field below Warning Using a computer in DMZ mode opens the computer to outside intrusion creating a security risk DMZ Host IP Address Con off DMZ hosting is used to support online gaming and Internet conferencing services These programs usually require multiple open ports making the network acces sible from the Internet DMZ hosting symbolically places the DMZ host computer outside of the Modem s network Access to the network resources while DMZ host ing is active is blocked Actiontec recommends activating DMZ hosting only as long as necessary lt lt Warning The DMZ host computer will be vulnerable to com puter hackers on the Internet while in DMZ mode Firewall Selecting Firewall in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen generates the Firewall Security Level screen Select the level of security needed for the network See Appendix F on page 91 for details concerning each level of security
21. The Beginning IP Address is 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 Ending IP Address is the IP address at which the DHCP server stops assign ing IP addresses Actiontec recommends keeping the factory default settings 192 168 0 254 The beginning and ending IP addresses define the IP address range of the Modem If the default values are left intact the Modem supplies a unique IP address between 192 168 0 2 and 192 168 0 254 to each computer on the network 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 Modem must be on the same subnet as the IP address range it generates For instance if the Modem s IP address is changed to 10 33 222 1 set the beginning IP address to 10 33 222 2 and the ending IP address to 10 33 222 254 DNS Dynamic or Static These options designate the type of DNS server provided by the ISP If the ISP provided DNS server information select the type here If not leave as is 41 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual DNS Server 1 DNS Server 1 is the primary DNS server provided by the ISP If the ISP provid ed DNS server information enter it here If not leave the text box intact DNS Server 2 DNS Server 2 is the secondary DNS provided by the ISP If
22. configure the Modem Open Transport 2 5 2 or above must be loaded on the computer 1 Click Apple Control Panels then TCP IP File Edit Note Color Help About Stickies le System Profiler z sci DialAssist Energy Saver Chooser Extensions Manager Control Panels File Exchange I Favorites gt File Sharing H Jigsaw Puzzle General Controls Key Caps Intemet Network Browser Keyboard G Recent Applications gt Keychain Access Launcher il Recent Documents gt A ci Remote Access Status Memory Scrapbook Modem Sherlock 2 Monitors Q Stickies Mouse Multiple Users Numbers QuickTime Settings Remote Access Software Update Sound Speech Startup Disk TCP IP Text Web Sharing 95 9 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual When the TCP IP window appears select Edit from menu bar then select User Mode When the User Mode window appears select Advanced then click OK In the TCP IP window select Ethernet from the Connect via drop down list Select Using DHCP Server from the Configure drop down list Ensure the Use 802 3 option is not checked Disregard any addresses in the IP Address text boxes They will be reacquired when the first connection is made Click Options and when the TCP IP Options window appears select Active Ensure the Load only when needed option is not checked then click OK Close the TCP IP window and whe
23. may blink Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 9 Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Modem then click Next Acteorkec Installation Buddy STEP 6 Get the Yellow Cable from All your DSL Quick Start Kit STEP 7 Plug one end of the Yellow Cable into the Yellow Port on the Yellow Port back of your DSL Modem a A Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 11 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 10 Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of the computer Click Next zfctiontec Installation Buddy STEP 8 Plug the other endof the pm Yellow Cable into the Ethernet Port located on the back of your computer You will hear a click when the Yellow Cable has been connected properly NOTE The Ethernet Port looks similar to a regular Phone Jack but is slightly larger Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel gt Note An Ethernet port looks similar to a phone jack but is slightly larger 11 Make sure the Ethernet light on the front of the Modem glows solid green Click Next zfctiontec Installation Buddy STEP 9 Make sure that the Ethernet light on the DSL Modem is GREEN This may take a few moments NOTE If the Ethernet light does NOT turn green check that your Yellow Ca
24. state of the DHCP server On or Off 50 Chapter 5 Viewing the Gateway s Settings Routing Table Selecting Routing Table from the General Status screen generates the Routing Table screen This screen displays on overview of the Modem s routes Routing Table Valid Destination Netmask Gateway v fi 92 168 0 0 255 255 255 0 0 0 0 0 y 239 0 0 0 255 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Main WAN Status Selecting WAN Status from the General Status screen generates the WAN Status screen This screen displays on overview of the Modem s WAN wide area network connection WAN Status DSL Status 35 DSL Mode MMODE Connection Status Idle Speed down up 0 0 Kbps ATM QoS class UBR Near End CRC Errors I F 0 0 Far End CRC Errors I F 0 0 Near End RS FEC I F o o Far End RS FEC I F 0 0 51 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual LAN Status Selecting LAN Status generates the LAN Status screen This screen displays on overview of the Modem s LAN local area network port connections LAN Status Ethernet Link Speed 100 Mbps Packets Sent 763 Packets Received 841 USB Link Speed Disconnected Packets Sent 0 Packets Received 0 Clear Main Active User List Selecting Active User List generates the Active User List screen This screen dis plays a list of the users currently connected to the Modem accessing the Internet with Network Add
25. the ISP provided secondary DNS server information enter it here If not leave the text box intact Services Blocking Selecting Services Blocking in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen generates the Services Blocking screen Services Blocking To block Internet Services from a computer on your network enter the computer s IP address below and select the Internet Services that you would like to block IP Address Blocked IP Address List Internet Services Blocked I Web FTP Newsgroups D E mail TIM Netmeeting IP Con off Back Next To modify Internet privileges Web FTP Newsgroups etc for the computers on the network 1 Enter the computer s IP address in the IP Address text box 2 Select the Internet service s to be blocked 3 Click Add to enter the computer s IP address in the Blocked IP Address List text box 4 To remove blocked services select the computer s IP address in the Blocked IP Address List text box and click Remove 42 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Netmeeting If a computer on the network uses Netmeeting enable Netmeeting by clicking the circle next to On and entering the IP address of the computer Click Next then click Save and Restart to apply the settings If Netmeeting is not needed click the circle next to Off Note Netmeeting is used for NAT Private IP addressing only If the computer is configured for Unnumbered Mo
26. the selected setting from the menu to the left Click Next to LAN IP Address 4 continue DHCP Server Services Blocking WAN IP Address Port Forwarding Website Blocking LAN IP Address DMZ Hosting Remote Management DHCP Server Firewall Services Blocking Dynamic Routing Website Blocking NAT Remote Management Static Routing Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall Dynamic Routing NAT Back Next Static Routing Save and Restart Note To save changes made in any of the Advanced Setup screens click Save and Restart at the bottom of the gray menu on the left side of the screen WAN IP Address Selecting WAN IP Address in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen gen erates the WAN IP Address screen WAN IP Address allows manual set up of the IP address of the Modem There are five ways to do this Transparent Bridging Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE Obtain an IP Address Through PPPoA Obtain an IP Address through DHCP and Specify a Static IP Address 34 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup lt p Note Some DSL providers use PPPoE PPPoA to establish com munication with an end user 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 Internet Service Provider ISP before continuing After selecting a connection type click Next to continue configuring the connection WAN
27. D My Music ws My Computer E Control Panel Connect To ka Printers and Faxes Help and Support Search All Programs gt I Run P Log Off 0 Turn OFF Computer 5 IP props Paint 77 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3 When the Control Panel window appears double click Network Connections Control Panel File Edit Yiew Favorites Tools Help W Bac A S P Search Folders a gt F X i Ez Address G Control Panel amp X D v FP AEB P Accessibility Add Hardware Add or Administrative Date and Time Display Folder Options Fonts Game Options Remoy se Controllers e b amp amp B Network Phone and Power Options Printersand Regionaland Scannersand Scheduled fang Modem Faxes Language Cameras Tasks 29g PLLA Sounds and Speech System Taskbar and User Accounts Wireless LAN Audio Devices Start Menu Settings Java Plug in Keyboard o 88 amp D 4 Inthe Network Connections window double click Local Area Connection A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection If more than one Local Area Connection is listed locate the one that corresponds to the network card installed in your computer by finding the name of the network card in the Device Name column s Network Connections File Edit View Favorites Tools Advanced Help Q sax gt i JO Search Folders gt S XxX i iss 3 e Network Connections N
28. EDs Power DSL Internet Ethernet and USB Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Power Light The Power light displays the Modem s current status If the Power light glows steadily green the Modem is receiving power and fully operational When the Power light flashes rapidly the Modem is initializing If the Power light is not illuminated when the Power cord is plugged in the Modem has suffered a criti cal error and technical support should be contacted DSL Light The DSL light illuminates when the Modem is connected to a DSL line Internet Light When the Internet light glows steadily the Modem is connected to the DSL provider When it flashes the Modem s built in DSL modem is training for DSL service When it glows red the Modem failed to connect to the Internet Ethernet Light The Ethernet light illuminates when the Modem is connected via its Ethernet port USB Light The USB light illuminates when the Modem is connected via its USB port Chapter 1 Introduction Rear Panel The rear panel of the Modem contains four ports Phone USB Ethernet and Power as well as an On Off switch and Reset button Gray DSL Cable Blue USB Cable Yellow Ethernet Cable Black Power Cord from gray Phone from blue USB from yellow Ethernet from black Power port to Phone Jack port to Computer port to Computer port to Power Outlet Phone Port The Phone port is used to connect the Modem to a phone jack
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30. L Modem Save and Restart 3 Click Save and Restart at the bottom of the screen 4 The Save and Restart page appears Click Save and Restart to save the set tings changed in the Change Admin Username Password screen Save and Restart Please click the Save and Restart button below to save your settings and restart your DSL Modem Save and Restart Once the Modem has rebooted the password is active To access the Modem s Web Configuration screens the admin username and password must be entered 32 Using Advanced Setup This chapter contains information concerning the advanced setup features of the Modem such as network settings remote management and Web site blocking Accessing Advanced Setup To access the Advanced Settings configuration screens 1 Open a Web browser In the address bar enter http 192 168 0 1 then press Enter on the keyboard E Actiontec Microsoft Internet Explorer File Edit Wiew Favorites Toole Help q Back z d A Search Ga Favorites EW History 5 Address http 192 168 01 Go Links 2 The Main Menu screen appears Select Setup Configuration Main Menu Setup Configuration Status Utilities Help Copyright 2001 2002 2003 2004 Actiontec Electronics Inc 3 Inthe Set Up Configuration screen read the instructions then select Advanced Setup from the menu on the left side Set Up Configuration
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32. Next to continue PPPoE C PPPoA Back Next 30 Chapter 3 Performing a Basic Setup 6 Enter the User Name and Password provided by the ISP in the DSL Broadband Connection PPP screen Click Next DSL Broadband Connection PPP 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 Back Next 7 Click Save and Restart in the Save and Restart screen Save and Restart Please click the Save and Restart button below to save your settings and restart your DSL Modem Save and Restart 8 The Congratulations screen appears The Modem is successfully configured Congratulations Your DSL Modem is now being configured Note Your Home DSL Modem will be ready to use when the Power LED stops flashing The Power light flashes rapidly while the Modem restarts then glows steadily green when fully operational The Internet light will also glow steadily green The Modem 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 31 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Changing the Admin User Name and Password
33. Port In Out http 80 no yes dns 53 no yes ftp 21 no yes telnet 23 no yes smtp 25 yes yes pop3 110 yes yes nntp 119 no yes real audio video 7070 yes yes icmp n a no yes H 323 1720 no yes T 120 1503 yes yes SSH 22 no yes imap 163 yes yes https 443 yes yes secure imap 983 yes yes secure pop3 885 yes yes Low Security Level Service Port In Out http 80 no yes dns 53 yes yes ftp 21 no yes telnet 23 no yes smtp 25 yes yes pop3 110 yes yes nntp 119 no yes real audio video 7070 no yes icmp n a yes yes H 323 1720 yes yes T 120 1503 yes yes SSH 22 yes yes imap 163 yes yes https 443 yes yes secure imap 983 yes yes secure pop3 885 yes yes 92 Appendix F Firewall Security Basic Security Level NAT Network Address Translation only Service Acronym Definitions http HyperText Transfer Protocol This protocol delivers information over the Internet and is used when a computer connects to a Web site via an Internet browser dns Domain Name System A data query system used to translate host names into Internet addresses i e www somewebsite com translates to 888 999 000 111 ftp File Transfer Protocol A protocol used to transfer files over the Internet telnet An Internet communications protocol enabling one computer to function as a terminal working from another remote computer smtp Simple Mail Transfer Protocol A protocol used to transfer e mail between computers over the Internet Can be used to s
34. SL Digital Subscriber Line Modem A modem that uses existing phone lines to transmit data at high speeds Encryption A method to provide wireless data transmissions a level of security ESSID Extended Service Set Identifier A unique identifier for a wireless network Also known as SSID 87 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Ethernet Network A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs Firewall A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and or damag ing files or computers on the network Gateway A central device that manages the data traffic of the network as well as data traf fic 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 router This address is only required when using a cable or DSL modem ISP Internet Service Provider A business that allows individuals or businesses to connect 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 unique hardware address of a device connected to a network NAT Network Address Translation A method allowing all of the computers on a home network to use one IP address enabl
35. Security 83 D Specifications 85 General 85 LED Indicators 86 Environmental 86 E Glossary 87 F Firewall Security Level Services Table 91 High Security Level 91 Medium Security Level 92 Low Security Level 92 Basic Security Level 93 Service Acronym Definitions 93 G Non Windows System Setup 95 Classic 95 OS X 97 H Installation Buddy Settings 99 Notices 101 Regulatory Compliance Notices 101 Modifications 101 Miscellaneous Legal Notices 102 Limited Warranty 103 Index 107 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem The Modem is the simplest way to connect computers to a high speed 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 USB Ethernet DSL Modem is sure to be one of the keys to your success Package Contents Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem 4 Black bag includes Power cord and gray DSL cable Phone filters 4 Yellow Ethernet cable Blue USB cable Installation CD e Quick start guide Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Minimum System Requirements Active DSL service Computer with a 10 100 Mbps Ethernet connection or USB connection gt Note USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows 95 Windows NT 4 0 and Mac OS Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition SE Windows Millennium E
36. Web Activity Log screen to automatically refresh at certain intervals acti vate the circle next to Auto Refresh Every at the bottom of the Web Activity Log screen then enter a time value in seconds in the text box or click on the down arrow and select a time value from the menu that appears The Web Activity Log will refresh at the chosen interval Manual Refresh To set the Web Activity Log screen to manual refresh activate the circle next to Manual Refresh at the bottom of the Web Activity Log screen To refresh the Web Activity Log screen click Refresh DSL Settings To access the DSL Settings screen select DSL Settings from the Utilities screen The Modem s VPI VCI Mode and QoS Quality of Service settings can be changed from here Actiontec recommends not changing these values without con sulting the ISP DSL Settings This screen is designed to allow modifying the default DSL settings for connection to your Broadband Service Provider It is recommended to change these value only after consultation with your Broadband Service Provider YPICO 255 fo VCI 32 65535 35 Mode MMODE gt Qos UBR perf scr Save and Restart Restore Default Settings To restore the Modem 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 th
37. ache 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 Search Results window 66 Setting Up Static IP on the Computer To communicate with the Modem from a computer to use the Web Configuration Utility for example the user may have to switch the IP address settings from DHCP enabled to static IP so that the computer and the Modem are on the same network subnet To set up static IP on a computer select the operating system and follow the instructions Note The following procedures are based on the Modem s factory default IP address If the Modem s IP address has been changed enter the new IP address when instructed to enter an IP address Windows 98 SE 1 From the desktop click on the Start button in the lower left corner 2 From the menu that appears select Settings 2 Windows Update Programs x Favorites Documents 67 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3 Another menu appears Select Control Panel Windows Update Programs Favorites Documents IL be ED Control Panel Printers b P Taskbar amp Start Menu A Folder Options A Active Desktop Settings windows Update Log Off Default Shut Down J Control Panel File Edit Yiew Favorites Tools Help Back gt tq A Seach G Folders Histor M
38. allation Buddy STEP 2 Get the Power Cord from the Quick Start Kit STEP 3 Plug the smaller end of the Power Cord into the Black Port marked Power on the back of the Modem _ Black Port Click NEXT to continue Power Cord lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 7 Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet then click Next Acteorrec Installation Buddy STEP 4 Plug the larger end of the A Power Cord into a Power Outlet lick NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 17 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 8 Confirm the Power light on the front of the Modem glows solid green then click Next x Alctrontec Installation Buddy STEP 5 Make sure that the Power Al light on the DSL Modem is Solid GREEN This may take 30 seconds NOTE The DSL light may blink Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 9 Get the blue USB cable from the kit and plug the square end into the blue USB port on the back of the Modem then click Next x Alcteorkec Installation Buddy STEP 6 Get the Blue Cable from El your DSL Quick Start Kit STEP 7 Plug the square end of the Blue Cable into the Blue Port on the back of your DSL Modem Click NEXT to continue Blue Cable lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 18 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 10 Plug the rectangular end of the blue USB cable i
39. ame Type Status Device Name Phone or Host Owner LAN or High Speed Internet aLocal Area Connection 5 LAN or High Speed Internet Network cable unplugged Realtek RTL8139 Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC System Y Wireless Network Connection 4 LAN or High Speed Internet Enabled Actiontec PCI 802 11b Wireless Adapter System Wizard 9 Network Setup Wizard Wizard Enew Connection Wizard wizard 78 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 5 The Local Area Connection Properties window appears Select General Note If the Local Area Connection Status window appears click Properties to continue on to the Local Area Connection Properties window 6 Inthe This connection uses the following items list box double click Internet Protocol TCP IP 4 Local Area Connection 5 Properties f General Authentication Advanced Connect using E Realtek RTL8139 Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC This connection uses the following items Client for Microsoft Networks a File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks A QoS Packet Scheduler XF Internet Protocol TCP IP Description Allows your computer to access resources on a Microsoft network C Show icon in notification area when connected 7 The Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window appears Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your net
40. anent DHCP Server Selecting DHCP Server in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen gener ates the DHCP Server screen The Modem 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 DHCP Server Your DSL Modem will automatically assign an IP Address to each computer in your network We recommend that you keep the current default DHCP Server settings If you already have a DHCP server in your network you may need to turn this function off Click Next to continue C On Off 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 Modem For more information see DHCP Server Configuration 40 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup DHCP Server Configuration Clicking Next in the DHCP Server screen if the DHCP server is activated generates the DHCP Server Configuration screen Change IP address range and DNS server information here DHCP Server Configuration Beginning IP Address 192 168 0 2 Ending IP Address 192 168 0 254 SubnetMask 255 255 255 0 DNS Dynamic Static DNS Server 1 DNS Server 2 Beginning IP Address
41. ation of this DSL Modem We will now launch you to a website that will show you some of the exciting features that your DSL Modem offers Please click FINISH The Modem is successfully configured and ready for use 28 Performing a Basic Setup This chapter is a guide through a basic setup of the Modem for those users who did NOT use the Actiontec Installation Buddy to setup the Modem It includes instructions on how to connect the Modem to the ISP and changing the admin user name and password To complete a basic setup the user will need information provided by the ISP This information is sometimes contained in a welcome letter or ISP worksheet If this document is not available contact the ISP immediately and request one Basic Setup 3 Note If you already set up the Modem using the Installation Buddy as described in Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem on page 7 the settings described in this section have already been configured Continue to chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup on page 33 to configure the advanced settings of the Modem 1 Open a Web browser In the address bar enter http 192 168 0 1 then press Enter on the keyboard A Actiontec Microsoft Internet Explorer File Edt iew Favorites Tools Help 4 Back gt fat Search Favorites E History 5 Address http 192 168 0 1 Go 2 The Main Menu screen appears Select Setup Configuration Main Menu
42. ay take 3 6 minutes Please read carefully through the following instructions to ensure a successful firmware upgrade 1 Please do not RELOAD or CLOSE the browser during the upgrade process 2 Do not DISCONNECT your network cable or power off the DSL Modem during the firmware upgrade process 3 Do not run the firmware upgrade if you are connected to the DSL Modem via WIRELESS 4 It is strongly recommended that you STOP any networking activities using the DSL Modem before starting the upgrade process 5 If the firmware upgrade process fails DO NOT reboot your DSL Modem Please run the upgrade program again 55 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual This page left intentionally blank 56 Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Modem and techniques to solve them Note that these techniques may not be suc cessful in all cases Also included is a list of frequently asked questions Troubleshooting Cannot Use the Internet Physical Connections Ensure the Power light is on as well as the appropriate lights for any active con nections Ethernet or USB If the connection is not active reconnect the appro priate cable or adapter Connection to the Modem Check that the default IP address the computer is receiving is correct by selecting Start Run and then typing ipconfig in the Open text box The IP address should be 192 168 0 x with x
43. ble is properly connected Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish 12 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 12 Get the gray or black DSL cable from the kit and plug one end into the gray Phone port on the rear panel of the Modem Click Next x Actrorrec Installation Buddy STEP 10 Get the Gray or Black DSL Cable out of the Quick Start Kit STEP 11 Plug one end of the DSL ee Cable into the Gray Port on the back So of the DSL Modem Click NEXT to continue e Gray Cable lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 13 Plug the other end of the gray or black DSL cable into the phone jack clos est to the computer Click Next x Actrontec Installation Buddy STEP 12 Plug the other end of the El Gray or Black Cable into the Phone Jack closest to your computer Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 13 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 14 Make sure the the Power DSL and Ethernet lights on the Modem glow solid green it may take a few moments Click Next x Actiontec Installation Buddy STEP 13 Make sure that the Power DSL and Ethernet lights on the DSL Modem are Solid GREEN This may take up to 60 seconds NOTE Ifthe DSL light is NOT green make sure that you received notification from your DSL Internet Service Provider notifying you that your DSL service has been activated Click NEXT to continue
44. cable warranty period to obtain war ranty 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 Return the product to In the United States Actiontec Electronics Inc 760 North Mary Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94086 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 REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES TERMS OR CONDITIONS
45. ctly to the Wall Jack EXACTLY like the picture to the right Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel Click Next 24 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 7 Make sure the Power Internet and Ethernet or USB lights are solid green Ethernet Acteontec Installation Buddy Check 2 Make sure that the Power DSL and Ethernet lights are solid GREEN Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish USB AAct orttec Installation Buddy Check 2 Make sure that the Power DSL and USB lights are solid GREEN Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel Cancel Next go to Setting Up the DSL Connection on the next page 25 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Setting Up the DSL Connection After connecting the Modem and installing phone filters the DSL connection must be configured To do this 1 Enter the user name and password in the appropriate text boxes or click the check box next to My ISP does not require this information then click Next x Actiontec Installation Buddy You now need to enter your DSL User Name and Password NOTE Your User Name and Password should be provided by your Internet Service Provider ISP If your DSL Internet Service Provider does not require a User Name and Password select the box next ta My ISP does not require a User Name and Password Once yo
46. d to it Click Next Acteorrtec Installation Buddy STEP 3 PlugaPhone Filter into El every Phone Jack in your house with the same phone number as your DSL Line and a telephone or other device connected to it NOTE If you need additional Phone Filters contact your DSL Internet Service Provider Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel Caution Do not plug a phone filter in the phone jack in which the gray or black DSL cable is plugged 5 Plug the ends of the phone cords disconnected in step 2 into the phone fil ters plugged into phone jacks Click Next Acteorrec Installation Buddy STEP 4 Plug one end of the Phone Cord into the Phone Filter and keep the other end attached to the phone fax machine caller ID or answering machine Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 23 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 6 The Modem should be connected similarly to the on screen picture depend ing on whether the computer was connected via Ethernet or USB Ethernet Alctrortec Installation Buddy hn RAON Check 1 Make sure that you 2 connected the Gray DSL Cable directly to the Wall Jack EXACTLY like the picture to the right Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel USB AActiorttec Installation Buddy PHRAWH LY Check 1 Make sure that you connected the Gray DSL Cable dire
47. ddress 50 108 Index M MAC 88 Macintosh 95 MAC address 49 main menu 29 33 manual refresh Web activity log 54 mode DSL settings 54 model number 85 NAT 52 61 83 88 93 NetBEUI 58 Netmeeting 43 network applications 83 Network window Windows 2000 75 Windows 98 69 Windows Me 72 Windows XP 78 O On Off switch 6 55 online gaming 46 OS X 95 P password admin 32 44 82 ISP 31 36 phone cords 22 phone filters 1 7 21 25 phone jack 13 20 22 phone port 5 13 20 power cord 1 10 17 55 power light 4 11 14 18 21 25 31 55 57 86 power outlet 17 109 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual power port 6 10 17 power usage 86 PPPoA 30 36 89 PPPoE 30 36 39 PPP auto connect 36 Q QoS 54 quick start guide 1 R rear panel 5 reset button 6 S standards 85 static IP address 36 38 block 27 single 27 static routing table 46 subnet mask address 39 89 default 39 T TCP IP 58 69 89 Properties window Windows 2000 76 Windows 98 69 Windows Me 72 Windows XP 79 temperature operating 86 storage 86 transparent bridging 35 110 Index U unnumbered mode 38 USB cable 1 18 19 85 USB light 4 19 21 25 86 USB port 5 18 user name admin 32 default 61 ISP 31 36 V VCI 54 VIP mode 38 VPI 54 VPN protocols 61 WwW WAN 58 85 89 connection mode 50 connection status 50 DNS 50 IP address 50 modem address 50 subnet mask address 50 Web browse
48. de and has a public IP address Netmeeting does not have to be enabled Website Blocking Selecting Website Blocking in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen generates the Website Blocking screen This feature enables the Modem 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 is displayed in the Blocked Website List text box and will not be avail able to computers on the network To remove a blocked Web site click on it in the Blocked Website List then click Remove Website Blocking supports blocking up to 50 Web sites Website Blocking 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 activate To remove a website from the Blocked Websites List please select the website and click the Remove button Click Next to continue Website Blocked Website List 43 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Remote Management Selecting Remote Management in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen generates the Remote Management screen Remote Management allows access to the Modem through the Internet via another computer Actiontec recommends leaving the Remote Management Off the factory default setting Remote Management The default Remote Management set
49. directory path for future reference 8 Close the Search Results window Windows NT 4 0 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 1386 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 C 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 65 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 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 Inthe 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 C WINDOWS Driver C
50. dition Me Windows NT 4 0 Windows 2000 Windows XP Mac OS 7 1 and above 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 Features Plug and Play installation support for systems with Windows operating systems 98 98SE Me 2000 and XP ADSL WAN port RJ 11 Compliant with full rate ANSI T1 413 Issue 2 ITU G 992 1 G dmt and G 992 2 G lite standard Auto handshake for different ADSL flavors USB 1 1 device specification compliance 11 Mbps USB data rate full speed Bridged Ethernet over ATM PPP over ATM PPP over Ethernet Precise ATM traffic shaping IP packet routing and transparent bridge Routing protocol supports RIP 1 RIP 2 static routing Built in NAT DHOP server DNS relay support PAP CHAP authentication administrative passwords through Telnet Chapter 7 Introduction Compliant with IEEE 802 3 Ethernet standard 10 100 Base T Ethernet port Flow control support for Fast Ethernet Web based configuration setup Default configuration backup restore FTP firmware upgradeable Web download support Getting to Know the Modem This section contains a quick description of the Modems lights ports etc The Modem contains several indicator lights LEDs on its front panel and a series of ports on its rear panel Front Panel The front panel of the Modem features five lights or L
51. e Modem s settings will be lost and the factory default settings will be restored During this process the Modem s Power light flashes and the Modem is disabled Restore Default Settings To restore DSL Modem to default settings click on the Restore Default Settings button below Restore Default Settings 54 Chapter 6 Using Utilities Warning Do not unplug the Power cord from the Modem 7 lt or switch the On Off switch to off during the Restore Default Settings process Doing so may result in permanent damage to the Modem When the Power light stops flashing and glows steadily green the Modem is fully operational and the default settings have been restored Upgrade Firmware Selecting Upgrade Firmware in the Utilities screen generates the Upgrade Firmware screen Actiontec periodically posts firmware upgrades to enhance the capabilities and boost the performance of the Modem Follow the on screen instructions to upgrade the Modems firmware Upgrade Firmware The Upgrade file for upgrading firmware may be obtained here Step 1 Please download the Upgrade file and save it to your local hard disk Step 2 Use the Browse button to select the Upgrade file Step 3 Click Upgrade button to start the Upgrade process New Firmware _Y Image Browse Upgrade IMPORTANT Please do not refresh or minimize the browser until a successful upgrade message appears The upgrade process m
52. ec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause unwanted operation lt gt 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 not 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 Miscellaneous Legal Notices 2004 Actiontec Electronics Inc Actiontec Installation Buddy Connection 1 2 3 Solutions for the Digital Life Actiontec Digital Gear and the Actiontec logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Actiontec Electronics Inc All other names are the property of their respective owners 102 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
53. ed to the Firewall options High Medium and Low section in the Using Advanced Setup chapter of this manual see page 33 The types of services and their respective ports are listed in the two right hand columns the In column details whether a particular service can be accessed by a user outside of the network and the Out column details whether a computer on the Modem s network can access a particular incoming service For example in the High Security Level section below the http service uses port 80 Since no is listed in the In column a user outside the Modem s network cannot access a computer on the network via the http service in this case no computers on the network can be used as a Web server i e to host a Web site accessible to outside users However since yes is listed in the Out column all computers on the Modem s network can access the Internet via the http port If Basic Security is selected in the Firewall screen firewall filtering is based on the basic NAT firewall High Security Level Service Port In Out http 80 no yes dns 53 no yes ftp 21 no no telnet 23 no no smtp 29 yes yes pop3 110 yes yes nntp 119 no no real audio video 7070 no no icmp n a no yes H 323 1720 no no T 120 1503 no no SSH 22 no no imap 163 yes yes https 443 yes yes secure imap 983 yes yes secur pop3 885 yes yes 91 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Medium Security Level Service
54. end and receive e mail pop3 Post Office Protocol 3 Another protocol used to transfer e mail between computers Usually employs a pop3 server and is used to receive e mail only nntp Network News Transfer Protocol A protocol used to distribute and retrieve news articles over the Internet 93 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual real audio video A protocol used to transfer Real Audio or Real Video files icmp Internet Control Message Protocol Allows error messages text packages and informational messages to be transferred over the Internet H 323 A standard protocol for sending audio and video over the Internet 1 120 A standard protocol for multimedia teleconferencing over the Internet SSH Secure Shell A method for the secure transfer of files from another computer Also enables remote capabilities terminal log in etc imap Internet Message Access Protocol A protocol for retrieving e mail messages https HyperText Transfer Protocol using Secure Socket Layer A secure version of the protocol that delivers information over the Internet 94 Non Windows System Setup The Modem supports both the Classic Macintosh operating systems 9 2 2 and below as well as OS X Note When installing any software consult the user manual and help files supplied with the software for detailed information Actiontec provides the following information as a guideline only Classic To
55. er Advanced Cancel 10 In the General tab make sure the circle next to Use the following IP Address is selected When active a black dot appears in the circle If the circle already contains a black dot leave it alone 11 Enter the following address in the IP Address text box 192 168 0 2 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard 76 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 12 Enter the following address in the Subnet mask text box 255 255 255 0 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard 13 Click OK The Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window disappears 14 In the Local Area Connection Properties window click OK The Local Area Connection Properties window disappears 15 Click Close in the Local Area Connection Status window The window disappears c_ 16 Close the Network and Dial up Connections window by clicking on the x button at the upper right corner of the window The computer is now set up with a static IP address allowing access to the Modem s Web Configuration Utility Windows XP 1 From the desktop click on the Start button in the lower left corner 2 From the menu that appears select Control Panel y Internet My Documents e Internet Explorer J E E mail Fe My Recent Documents gt Outlook Express amp GI My Pictures B AceFTP 3 Freeware
56. er is selected in the device box Press the Release_all button then press the Renew_all button Windows NT 4 0 and 2000 Go to Start Run type cma and press Enter At the DOS prompt type ipconfig release then type ipconfig renew Note the space after ipconfig Windows XP Unplug the Ethernet cable or wireless card and plug it back in Can I run an application located on another computer over the network Yes if the application is designed to run over a network Can I play games between computers on my network or on the Internet Yes if the games were designed for multi player or LAN play For specific infor mation about whether a game is capable of Internet or LAN play refer to the game documentation Some games require ports to be forwarded to host or join games over the Internet have an FTP or Web server on my network How can I make it available to users on the Internet For a Web server enable port forwarding for port 8080 to the IP address of the server and set up the Web server to receive on that port as well Configuring the server for static IP address use is recommended For an FTP server enable port forwarding for port 21 to the IP address of the server Configuring the server for static IP address use is recommended 60 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Connections How many computers can be connected through the Modem The Modem is capable of 254 connections but having no more than 45 connec
57. er saving all settings and restarting the Modem check the connec tion status again If still disconnected unplug the Modem s Power cord and leave it unplugged for at least 10 minutes Replug the Power cord restart the Modem and check the connection again Frequently Asked Questions This section contains a list of questions concerning the Modem and answers to the questions General have run out of Ethernet ports on my Modem How do I add more computers Plugging in an Ethernet hub or switch can expand the number of ports on the Modem Connect a standard Ethernet cable from the Uplink port of the new hub or switch to the Ethernet port on the Modem then connect additional computers to the Ethernet hub or switch Which protocols does the Modem support The internal LAN connections support multiple protocols e g TCP IP NetBEUI IPX SPX and AppleTalk The External WAN connection supports only TCP IP Which connection speeds does the Modem support The LAN connections on the Modem support 10 100 Mbps The WAN connec tion supports 8 Mbps because of the physical restrictions placed on broadband connections 58 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Will my Xbox work with the Modem Yes the Modem is compatible with the Xbox You will need to set a static IP address on the Xbox in the Xbox live network settings and forward ports 3074 both UDP and TCP 53 both UDP and TCP and 88 UDP if you run into DSL resolution
58. errors Is the Modem flash upgradeable How do I do it Yes the firmware is upgradeable You can find a link to the firmware site under Utilities in the Web based configurator see page 53 Network use my laptop at work and at home Is there something special I need to do to make it work in both places Yes You must reconfigure your network settings including Workgroup Domain Password User name IP addressing and any other specific settings used by your company You may also use third party software like NetSwitcher to automati cally switch between different configurations What is the valid IP range can use for my home network The valid IP range for the Modem is 192 168 0 2 to 192 168 0 254 by default How do find out which IP address my computer is using Windows 95 98 98SE and Me Select Start Run and type winipcfg Press Enter When the Winipcfg window appears ensure your network device is selected Windows NT 2000 and XP Select Start Run and type cmd Press Enter When the command screen is displayed type ipconfig and press Enter 59 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual used DHCP to configure my network Do I need to restart my computer to refresh my IP address No Select the appropriate operating system below and follow the steps to refresh your IP address Windows 95 98 98SE and Me Go to Start Run type winipcfg and press Enter Ensure the Ethernet adapt
59. et 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 SE Me NT 4 0 or 2000 is running on the computer consider install ing 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 83 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual This page left intentionally blank 84 Specifications General Model Number GT701WM 00 USB Ethernet DSL Modem Standards IEEE 802 3 10BaseT IEEE 802 3u 100BaseTX IEEE 802 11g Wireless G dmt G lite t1 413 RFC 1483 2364 2516 Protocol LAN CSMA CD WAN PPP DHCP Static IP WAN Full rate ADSL Interface LAN 10 100 RJ 45 switched port USB port Speed LAN Ethernet 10 100 Mbps auto sensing Cabling Type Ethernet 10BaseT UTP STP Category 3 or 5 Ethernet100BaseTX UTP STP Category 5 USB 85 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual LED Indicators Power DSL Internet Ethernet USB Environmental Power External 12V DC 600mA 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 Humidit
60. etect connection to network media click on it to uncheck the box 12 In the Network window click OK The Network window disappears 13 The System Settings Change window appears asking whether the computer should be restarted Click Yes System Settings Change E xj You must restart your computer before the new settings will take effect Do you want to restart your computer now The computer restarts It is now set up with a static IP address allowing access to the Modem s Web Configuration Utility Windows 2000 1 From the desktop click on the Start button in the lower left corner 2 From the menu that appears select Settings Windows Update Programs Documents Eh Settings Search 2 Help Run Astar ED G 73 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3 Another menu appears Select Control Panel Windows Update nal Programs Settings E Control Panel es Network and Dial up Connections 3 Printers A Taskbar amp Start Menu Search Windows 20 Pro stat GEDA 4 When the Control Panel window appears double click Network and Dial up Connections 2 Control Panel File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Back GQsearch G4Folders CBristory WS GF X A 7 Address E Control Panel 60 10 x o rm r2 T G Accessibility Add Remove Add Remove Administrative Date Time Display Options Hardwa
61. from the Main Menu screen generates the General Status screen General Status General Status Routing Tabl p z Sen ae Firmware Yersion 3 0 1 0 5d GT701 WAN Status LAN Status MAC Address 00 20 e0 88 f5 1c Active User List WAN Connection Disconnected Connect Disconnect Mode Bridge IP Address 192 168 0 1 Net Mask 255 255 255 0 DHCP Server on Main No settings other than connecting or disconnecting from the Internet can be changed from the General Status screen Firmware Version Displays the firmware version the Modem is currently running MAC Address Displays the MAC Media Access Control address of the Modem 49 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual WAN Connection Displays the state of the connection to the ISP service Connected or Disconnected WAN Mode Displays the type of connection used to communicate with the ISP WAN IP Address Displays the IP address the ISP assigned to the Modem WAN Subnet Mask Displays the subnet mask address the ISP assigned to the Modem WAN Modem Displays the Modem address for the IP address and subnet mask the ISP assigned to the Modem WAN DNS 1 amp 2 Displays the domain name server address es the ISP assigned to the Modem LAN IP Address Displays the local area network s LAN IP address LAN Net Mask Displays the subnet mask address configured for the LAN IP address LAN DHCP Server Displays the
62. he computer is now set up with a static IP address allowing access to the Modem s Web Configuration Utility 80 Computer Security The Internet is a giant network of computers located all over the world When a computer is connected to the Internet it can exchange information with any other computer on the Internet This allows a computer user to send e mail surf the World Wide Web download files and buy products and services online but it also makes the computer vulnerable to attack from persons intent on doing harm Unless access to the computer is controlled someone on the Internet can access the information on the computer and steal damage or destroy that information Actiontec recommends securing your computer from unwanted intrusion Security is ultimately the end user s responsibility Please secure your computer and don t be a victim 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 and then disconnects the dial up modem No one on the Internet can access a computer not connected to the Internet Unlike a dial up modem DSL service is always connected 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 With both types of Internet connections access to the computer
63. he following options MA Oc Oe TB OD CF lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel gt Note For more details regarding these settings see Appendix H on page 99 3 Click in the check box next to USB then click Next Alctrortec Installation Buddy The Actiontec DSL Modem can be connected to your computer in the following two ways Click NEXT to continue Please select from the following options Ethernet Recommended F USB lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 15 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 4 Make sure the items needed to connect the Modem to the first computer are included in the kit then click Next x Actrontec Installation Buddy For this installation you will need E the following items from your DSL Quick Start Kit DSL Modem Power Cord Blue Cable Clear Bag NOTE You will NOT use the Yellow Cable for this installation Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 5 Get the Modem from the kit then click Next AActiorttec Installation Buddy It is time to connect your DSL Modem STEP 1 Get the DSL Modem from your DSL Quick Start Kit Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 16 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 6 Get the Power cord from the kit and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Modem then click Next Actroriec Inst
64. igured to the LAN simultaneously while the DHCP server is reserved for private IP addressing All computers using public IP addresses with Unnumbered Mode must have the public IP addresses statically assigned Enter the static IP address in the text boxes below Unnumbered IP Address After configuring your settings click Next then click Save and Restart to make all changes permanent LAN IP Address Selecting LAN IP Address in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen gen erates the LAN IP Address screen LAN IP Address We recommend that you keep the current default LAN IP Address of the DSL Modem as 192 168 0 1 To make changes enter in the new IP Address value below Click Next to continue LAN IP Address 192 168 0 1 Devi 255 255 255 0 Devi Back Next The values in the Device IP Address and Device LAN Netmask text boxes are the IP address and subnet mask of the Modem as seen on the network These val ues can be modified for your LAN network but Actiontec recommends keeping the default factory settings IP address 192 168 0 1 subnet mask 255 255 255 0 39 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Note If the Modem s LAN IP address is modified ensure the DHCP server range is within the same subnet For more infor mation see DHCP Server Configuration After changing settings click Next or Back to continue or Save and Restart to make all changes perm
65. ing access to the Internet from any computer on the home net work without having to purchase more IP addresses from the ISP PC Card An adapter that inserts in the PCMCIA slot of a computer enabling the commu nication with a device Appendix E Glossary PPPoE Point To Point Protocol over Ethernet PPPoA Point To Point Protocol over ATM Methods of secure data transmission Router A central device that manages the data traffic of the network Subnet Mask A set of four numbers configured like an IP address used to create IP address numbers used only within a particular network SSID See ESSID TCP IP Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol The standard protocol for data transmission over the Internet WAN Wide Area Network A network that connects computers located in separate areas i e different buildings 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 89 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual This page left intentionally blank 90 Firewall Security Level Services Table The following information is relat
66. l Officer and or President 105 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem 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 106 Index A anti virus programs 82 AppleTalk 58 auto refresh Web activity log 54 C certifications 86 control panel Windows 2000 74 Windows 98 68 Windows Me 71 Windows XP 78 D DHCP 37 60 87 DHCP server configuration 41 dial up modem 81 DNS 87 DNS server 41 42 domain name 37 DSL cable 1 13 20 22 DSL light 4 14 21 86 E e mail 81 82 encapsulation 37 38 ESSID 87 Ethernet cable 1 11 12 58 85 Ethernet hub switch 58 Ethernet light 4 12 14 25 86 Ethernet port 5 11 107 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual F firewall 61 83 88 91 94 firmware version 49 forwarded ports list 44 remote IP port range 45 front panel 3 FTP server 60 H host name 37 humidity operating 86 storage 86 Installation Buddy 7 14 29 99 Installation CD 7 14 Internet conferencing services 46 Internet light 4 25 86 IPX SPX 58 IP address 39 88 beginning 41 blocked list 42 default 39 57 ending 41 refresh 60 used by computer 59 valid range 59 WAN 44 ISP 88 L LAN 37 38 58 85 88 DHCP server 50 IP address 50 speed 85 subnet mask a
67. 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 back door software application that lets people on the Internet gain access to the computer without permission Web Browsers Always exit the Web browser Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator for exam ple Never minimize the browser or leave it open in the background Breaking into a computer is easier when an Internet browser is running 82 Appendix C Computer Security 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 allows remote access consider install ing 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 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 trans missions between the computer and the Intern
68. 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 with out 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 81 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Modem Security If connecting to the ISP through Point to Point Protocol PPP be sure to provide the Modem an administrative password If a password is not set someone on the Internet can access the Modem and change its configuration or steal your PPP login name and password For instructions on setting the password see Changing the Admin User Name and Password on page 32 If connecting to the ISP through bridging mode the Modem should be safe from unwarranted 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
69. n prompted to save changes click Save 10 Restart the computer The TCP IP settings are configured To finish setting up the computer to connect with the Modem follow the instruc tions in chapter 3 Performing a Basic Setup on page 29 96 Appendix G Non Windows Setup OS X 1 From the Apple Menu select System Preferences About This Mac Software Update Mac OS X Software System Preferences Dock Location Recent Items Force Quit Sleep Restart Shut Down 2 When the System Preferences window appears click Network 0 90 System Preferences Personal m e e O a Appearance Desktop amp Dock Expos International Security Screen Saver Hardware 6 Se vs amp CDs amp DVDs Displays Energy Keyboard amp Print amp Fax Sound Saver Mouse Internet amp Network Q Mac Network QuickTime Sharing System e a 2aoe aQae 4 Accounts Classic Date amp Time Software Speech Startup Disk Universal Update Access 97 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3 The Network window appears Select Built In Ethernet from the Show drop down list eA Network Location Automatic HH Show Built in Ethernet Es PPPoE AppleTalk Proxies Ethernet Configure IPv4 f Using DHCP HH IP Address Renew DHCP Lease Subnet Mask DHCP Client ID If required Router DNS Servers Optional Search Domains O
70. n the appropriate text boxes in the Broadband Connection via DHCP screen If the ISP does not require these settings leave the text boxes blank gt Note Contact the ISP if unsure of the proper configuration Broadband Connection via DHCP If your Broadband Service Provider requires a Host Name or Domain Name to access the Internet please enter it below Otherwise click Next to continue Host Name Domain Name Back Next 37 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Specify a Static IP Address 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 Modem 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 Modem 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 LAN Broadband Connection via Static IP Address Please enter your Static IP Address and Default Gateway Address provided to you by your Internet Service Provider Click Next to continue IP Address m Subnet Mask m Default Gateway Address m Back Next gt Note Contact the ISP if unsure of the proper configuration Encapsulation If the Modem is configured to obtain an IP add
71. nstallation Buddy Now you are going to connect the A Phone Filters Phone Filters What are Phone Filters Phone qah Filters separate the DSL Signal from your voice signal so that you i can talk on the Phone and be online Ne at the same time D p ALL PHONES with the same number as your DSL Line will require Phone Filters This includes phones fax machines caller IDs and answering machines lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 21 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 2 Read the on screen information then unplug the phone cords of all telephones and other devices from their respective phone jacks Click Next x Actortec Installation Buddy STEP 1 Unplug your Telephones or A other devices from their current Phone Phone Jacks Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 3 Remove the phone filters from the clear bag Click Next x Acteorrtec Installation Buddy STEP 2 Open the CLEAR bag and El take out the Phone Filters Phone Filters NOTE The number and type of ca Phone Filters included in this Kit may vary C Click NEXT to continue B lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel Caution Do not unplug the gray or black DSL cable from the phone jack near your computer 22 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 4 Plugaphone filter into every phone jack with a telephone or other device con necte
72. ntained in the Actiontec Installation Buddy which provides a visual step by step guide to setting up the Modem It is recommended the user run the Installation Buddy first before attempting any other procedures If your Internet Service Provider ISP provided a welcome letter or worksheet containing information needed to complete the installation have it available If this document was not received contact the ISP to get the needed information Note The following procedures are for US installations If you live in the UK or another country the procedures will be slightly different Connecting a Computer to the Modem Connecting a computer to the Modem involves three steps initial setup plugging in the power cord and connecting the Modem to the computer and phone jack Connecting Via Ethernet 1 Insert the Installation CD in the CD ROM drive of the computer The Installation Buddy starts automatically Wait until the following screen appears read the on screen instructions select the country in which you live by clicking in the appropriate check box then click Next x zfctiontec Installation Buddy Welcome to the Actiontec Installation Buddy Hil I m YOUR INSTALLATION BUDDY I LL BE AROUND TO HELP YOU OUT Please select the country in which you live If the country in which you live is NOT listed below please select OTHER COUNTRY Click NEXT to continue Please select from the follawing
73. nto a USB port on the front or back of the computer Click Next Actiontec Installation Buddy STEP B Plug the thin rectangular gt end of the Blue Cable into the USB Port located on the back of your computer You may see several screens pop up while the computer configures your new Actiontec modem for use NOTE The USB Port is shaped like a thin rectangle about 1 2 inch by Blue Cable 1 4 inch and may be horizontal or vertical as shown in this image Your Computer May Look Slightly Differe Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 11 Make sure the USB light on the front of the Modem glows solid green Click Next Alctiontec Installation Buddy STEP 9 Make sure that the USB A light on the DSL Madem is GREEN or Flashing GREEN This may take a few moments NOTE If the USB light is NOT green check that your Blue Cable is properly connected Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish 19 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 12 Get the gray or black DSL cable from the kit and plug one end into the gray Phone port on the rear panel of the Modem Click Next x Actvorttec Installation Buddy STEP 10 Get the Gray or Black DSL Cable out of the Quick Start Kit STEP 11 Plug one end of the DSL Gray Port Cable into the Gray Port on the back 4 of the DSL Modem Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel
74. orts appear in the List of Forwarded Ports text box 44 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup To remove forwarded ports highlight them then click Remove Port Forwarding Some Internet applications require certain ports to be forwarded Please enter the required port ranges and IP Address of the computer running the application into the space below then click Add Click Advanced for more options or click Next to continue IP Port Range Protocol IP Address ee e Add Remove List of Forwarded Ports Advanced Back Next Clicking Advanced brings up the Advanced Port Forwarding screen Advanced Port Forwarding Please enter ports and port ranges that some Internet applications require to be forwarded in the spaces below IP Port Range Protocol IP Address tel mez Remote IP Port Range Remote IP Address jo to 65535 M Any IP fanyiP Add Remove List of Forwarded Ports Back Next In this screen the user can allow only certain IP addresses to access forwarded ports Enter the port range of the forwarded ports in the Remote IP Port Range text boxes enter the IP address to be allowed access in the Remote IP Address text box then click Add The active forwarded ports will appear in the List of Forwarded Ports text box To deactivate a forwarded port select it from the List of Forwarded Ports text box then click Remove 45 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL
75. pecifi 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 provide compatibility except where the non com patibility 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 speci fications or user guide 103 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT MAY INCLUDE OR BE BUNDLED WITH THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE THE USE OF WHICH IS GOVERNED BY A SEPARATE 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 appli
76. ptional IPv6 Address Configure IPv6 M E Click the lock to prevent further changes Apply Now 4 Select TCP IP and from the Configure drop down list select Using DHOP 5 Click Apply Now and close the System Preferences application The TCP IP settings are configured To finish setting up the computer to connect with the Modem follow the instruc tions in chapter 3 Performing a Basic Setup on page 29 98 Installation Buddy Settings The following information relates to step 2 of the Installation Buddy see pages 8 and 15 Note The ISP should provide information regarding which option to select Check the welcome letter or worksheet provided by the ISP If no welcome letter or worksheet was provided contact the ISP The letters correspond to the following settings A Default Mode PPPoE Default VPI 0 Default VCI 35 Default Mode PPPoA Default VPI 0 Default VCI 35 C Default Mode PPPoE Default VPI 8 Default VCI 35 D Default Mode PPPoA Default VPI 8 Default VCI 35 99 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual E Default Mode PPPoE Default VPI 0 Default VCI 32 F Default Mode PPPoA Default VPI 0 Default VCI 32 100 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
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78. r ISP Turning off NAT will open your Gateway to outside intrusion creating a security risk NOTE If you turn NAT off you MUST specify a static route for your local subnet However if you have configured an Unnumbered IP address then you will not need to disable NAT and or enter any Static Route Click Next to continue On Off Back Next 47 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Static Routing Selecting Static Routing in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen gener ates the Static Routing screen Enter the addresses in their respective text boxes then click Add The address will appear in the Static Routing Table To remove an address highlight it by clicking on it in the Static Routing Table then click Remove Static Routing Static Routes can be entered in the spaces below Subnet IP is the IP address of the subnet being defined Subnet Mask is the subnet mask of the subnet being defined Gateway IP is the IP address of the DSL Modem and can be empty for the local subnet Subnet IP Subnet Mask Gateway IP Add Remove View Static Routing Table 48 Viewing the Modem s Settings After configuring the Modem settings can be viewed by selecting Status in the Main Menu In the menu on the left side of the screen there are other Status options available Routing Table WAN Status LAN Status and Active User List Status Selecting Status
79. rd Yellow Cable Clear Bag NOTE You will NOT use the Blue Cable for this installation Click NEXT to continue Next gt Help Finish Cancel 5 Get the Modem from the kit then click Next zfct ontec Installation Buddy It is time to connect your DSL Modem STEP 1 Get the DSL Modem from your DSL Quick Start Kit Click NEXT to continue DSL Modem lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 6 Get the Power cord from the kit and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Modem then click Next z fctiontec Installation Buddy STEP 2 Get the Power Cord from the Quick Start Kit STEP 3 Plug the smaller end of the Power Cord into the Black Port Black Port marked Power on the back of the N Modem Click NEXT to continue Power Cord lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 7 Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet then click Next x AActiontec Installation Buddy STEP 4 Plug the larger end of the E Power Outlet Power Cord into a Power Outlet Click NEXT to continue lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 10 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 8 Confirm the Power light on the front of the Modem glows solid green then click Next STEP 5 Make sure that the Power Al light on the DSL Madem is Solid GREEN This may take 30 seconds NOTE The DSL light
80. re Programs Tools Fax Folder Options Fonts Game Internet Keyboard Controllers Options e PF al 3 Mouse Cami Phoneand Power Options Printers Regional Dial up Modem Options Connections g a E Go Scanners and Scheduled Sounds and System Users and Cameras Tasks Multimedia Passwords Connects to other computers networks and the a 74 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 5 Inthe Network and Dial up Connections window double click Local Area Connection A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection If more than one Local Area Connection is listed locate the one that corre sponds to the network card installed in the computer by finding the name of the network card in the Device Name column amp Y Network and Dial up Connections E iol x File Edit View Favorites Tools Advanced Help da Back Qsearch yFolders CHHistory As OF Xx A a Address ay Network and Dial up Connections gt Go Name sd Type Status Device Name a Make New Connection Local Area Connection 2 LAN Enabled Realtek RTL8139 4 PCI 2 object s Ahi 6 The Local Area Connection Status window appears Select General then click Properties Local Area Connection 2 Status 2 x General Connection Status Connected Duration 00 06 48 Speed 100 0 Mbps Activity az Sent 1 Received L44 Packets 65 0 i Disable
81. ress Translation NAT security activated Active User List The Active User List below displays users on your local area network who are actively accessing the Internet The following information about the user s PC is displayed on the list IP Address type DHCP or Static MAC address IP address and Computer name DHCP only Type Mac 52 Using Utilities To access the Modem s Web based Utilities select Utilities from the Main Menu screen The Utilities screen appears Utilities Web Activity Log Will provide you information of the most current web activity on your network DSL Settings Will allow you to modify the DSL settings Restore Default Will remove all current settings and restore your DSL Settings Modem to the default settings Upgrade Firmware Will allow you to Upgrade to the latest firmware From this screen the Web activity log can be viewed the DSL settings changed the Modem s factory default settings restored and the Modem s firmware upgraded Web Activity Log The Web Activity Log provides information about the Web sites each computer on the Modem s network has visited To access the Web Activity Log select Web Activity Log from the Utilities screen Web Activity Log View the most current web activity log Auto Refresh Every 10 sec z C Manual Refresh _ Refresh 53 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Auto Refresh To set the
82. ress through DHCP or to specify a static IP address select the appropriate encapsulation option used by the ISP RFC 1483 Bridged or RFC 1483 Routed Encapsulation RFC1483 Bridged RFC1483 Routed gt Note Contact the ISP if unsure of the proper configuration Unnumbered Mode VIP Mode If a block of public static IP addresses was purchased from the ISP select Unnumbered Mode by clicking in the appropriate check box Then enter the IP Address and Subnet Mask in the Modem Address and Unnumbered Subnet Mask text boxes below the Unnumbered IP Address Click Next then click Save and Restart to make all changes permanent 38 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup The Unnumbered Mode feature automatically configures the appropriate IP rout ing for the IP Address block The IP route will bypass NAT enabling the public IPs to be routed WAN to LAN as well as LAN to WAN I unnumbered Mode I VIP Mode Unnumbered IP Address a 0 0 0 Gateway Address 255 255 255 0 Unnumbered Subnet Mask 3 Note The IP Address information should be obtained from the ISP when purchasing a block of public static IP address Contact the ISP if this information was not received VIP Mode This feature is used in conjunction with Unnumbered Mode When VIP Mode is activated the Modem uses NAT for private IP addressing for the local area network LAN allowing both public IP addressing and private IP addressing to be conf
83. s E K A Ea Address E S Control Panel zi Go Norton Antivirus f my w AddNew Add Remove Automatic Date Time Dial Up Display Folder Options Hardware Programs Updates Networking 4 amp ws 3 Gaming Internet Keyboard Modems Options Options J ap ODBC Data Passwords Power Options Printers QuickTime 32 Regional Scanners and Sources 32bit Settings Cameras a BHs Scheduled Sounds and Symantec System Taskbar and Telephony Users Tasks Multimedia LiveUpdate Start Menu Configures network hardware and software 68 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 5 The Network window appears In the The following network components are installed list box locate and double click TCP IP Client for Microsoft Networks Client for Netware Networks Microsoft Family Logon Dial Up Adapter y IPX SPX compatible Protocol 6 The TCP IP Properties window appears Select IP Address TCP IP Properties 192 168 0 2 7 Inthe IP Address tab make sure the circle next to Specify an IP Address is selected When active a black dot appears in the circle If the circle already contains a black dot leave it alone 8 Enter the following address in the IP Address text box 192 168 0 2 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard 69 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 9 Enter the following address in the
84. t DSL Modem User Manual This page left intentionally blank 62 Reference This appendix contains information about various topics including accessing information about your Windows computer Locating Computer Information The following procedure is valid for computers running Windows 98 SE Me NT 4 0 2000 and XP 1 From the desktop right click on My Computer 2 Select Properties from the menu that appears 3 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 4 Close the System Properties window 5 From the desktop double click on My Computer 6 Right click the icon representing your hard disk For example Local Disk C Some computers have multiple hard disks 7 From the menu that appears select Properties 8 When the window appears select General 9 The free space value is the available space on the hard disk 10 Close all windows 63 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 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 SE 1 From the desktop click Start 2 When the menu appears select Find then Files or Folders 3 When the Find All Files
85. ting is Off for security reasons If you want to access your DSL Modem remotely please select On Remote Management Con Off Back Next To access the Modem from the Internet activate Remote Management by selecting On and writing down the WAN IP address of the Modem see WAN IP Address On a computer outside of the network open a Web browser and enter the Modem s WAN IP address in the address text box The Modem s Main Menu or a password prompt if a password has been set appears in the browser window Note Before Remote Management can be activated the admin istrator password must be set To do this go to the Setup screen and select Change Admin Password Follow the instructions in the subsequent screens see page 32 for more details Port Forwarding Selecting Port Forwarding in the Configuring the Advanced Settings screen generates the Port Forwarding screen Port forwarding allows certain programs to bypass the Modem 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 500 ports are needed Actiontec recommends using DMZ Hosting See DMZ Hosting on page 46 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 p
86. u have entered your User DSL Modem Name and Password click NEXT to zi Enter your User Name here User Name Enter your Password here Password IT My ISP does not require this information lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 2 Select the appropriate IP type This information should be available from the ISP When finished click Next If Static IP is selected go to step 3 If Dynamic IP DHCP is selected got to step 5 x zfctiomec Installation Buddy Please select from the following IP A types The IP type will be provided by your DSL Internet Service Provider Since most ISPs use the Dynamic setting Actiontec recommends that you select Dynamic IP unless you have been told otherwise by your ISP Click NEXT to continue DSL Modem E IP Type O Static IP IM Dynamic IP Recommended lt Back Next gt Help Finish Cancel 26 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 3 then click Next Actiontec Installation Buddy If you have received a single Static IP address from your Internet Service Provider ISP please click on Single Static IP below If you have leased a block of Static IP Addresses from your ISP please select Block of IP Addresses below If you have questions relating to your address configuration please contact your ISP directly DSL Modem Please select from the following options I Block of IP Addresses I Single Static IP
87. ware Programs Updates Networking Gaming Internet Keyboard Modems Mouse Options Options ru 8 ODBC Data Passwords Power Options Printers QuickTime 32 Regional Scanners and Sources 32bit Settings Cameras a 4 A f E Scheduled Sounds and Symantec System Taskbar and Telephony Tasks Multimedia LiveUpdate Start Menu Configures network hardware and software 71 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 5 The Network window appears In the The following network components are installed list box locate and double click TCP IP y IPX SPX compatible Protocol gt LNE100TX Fast Ethernet X IPX SPX compatible Protocol gt Realtek RTL8139 4 PC TCP IP Properties Gat 192 168 0 2 7 Inthe IP Address tab make sure the circle next to Specify an IP Address is selected When active a black dot appears in the circle If the circle already contains a black dot leave it alone 8 Enter the following address in the IP Address text box 192 168 0 2 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard 72 Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 9 Enter the following address in the Subnet mask text box 255 255 255 0 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard 10 Click OK The TCP IP Properties window disappears 11 If there is a check in the box next to D
88. work supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 0 255 255 255 d Default gateway Subnet mask Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server 79 10 11 12 13 14 Actiontec USB Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual In the General tab make sure the circle next to Use the following IP Address is selected When active a black dot appears in the circle If the circle already contains a black dot leave it alone Enter the following address in the IP Address text box 192 168 0 2 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard Enter the following address in the Subnet mask text box 2506200525520 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard Click OK The Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties window disappears In the Local Area Connection Properties window click Close The Local Area Connection Properties window disappears Click Close in the Local Area Connection Status window The window disappears cc 9d Close the Network and Dial up Connections window by clicking on the x button at the upper right corner of the window T
89. y 5 to 90 non condensing ap Note Specifications are subject to change without notice 86 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 ATM Asynchronous Transfer Mode A networking technology based on transferring data in fixed size packets 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 the 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 D

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