Actiontec electronic Network Router GT704WR User Manual

54 Mbps  
Wireless  
Cable/DSL  
Router  
Model #: GT704WR  
Firmware version: 3.0.1.0.5b-GT704WR  
IB: 1.1.1.42  
User Manual  
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Introduction  
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Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable/DSL Router. The  
Router is the simplest way to connect computers to a high-speed broadband con-  
nection using a Ethernet cable/DSL modem. 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 54 Mbps Wireless Cable/DSL Router is sure to be one of the keys  
to your success.  
Package Contents  
s Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable/DSL Router  
s Power cord  
s Yellow (Ethernet) cable  
s Installation CD  
s Quick start guide  
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Minimum System Requirements  
s Active DSL service with Ethernet cable/DSL modem  
s Computer with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection  
s Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Millennium Edition (Me), NT 4.0,  
2000, or XP; Mac OS 7.1 and above  
s Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher (5.x recommended) or Netscape Navigator  
4.0 or higher (4.7 recommended)  
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TCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer  
Features  
s Plug-and-Play installation support for systems with Windows operating  
systems (98SE, Me, 2000, and XP)  
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Ethernet WAN port (RJ-45)  
IP packet routing and transparent bridge  
s Routing protocol (RIP-1, RIP-2) and static routing support  
s Built-in NAT, DHCP server  
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DNS relay support  
PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet  
64-, 128-, and 256-bit WEP/WPA wireless LAN security  
802.1x, WPA, and WPA-PSK for additional security wireless LAN security  
s Compliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard  
s 10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (4)  
s Flow control support for Fast Ethernet  
s Web-based configuration setup  
s Default configuration backup restore  
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Chapter 1 Introduction  
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FTP firmware upgradeable  
s Web download support  
s 802.11b/g support  
Getting to Know the Router  
This section contains a quick description of the Router’s lights, ports, etc.  
The Router 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 Router features seven lights: Power, Internet, Wireless, and  
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The Power light displays the Router’s current status. If the Power light glows  
steadily green, the Router is receiving power and fully operational. When the  
Power light flashes rapidly, the Router is initializing. If the Power light is not  
illuminated when the power cord is plugged in, the Router has suffered a critical  
error and technical support should be contacted.  
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Internet Light  
When the Internet light glows steadily, the Router is connected to the DSL pro-  
vider via an Ethernet cable/DSL modem.  
Wireless Light  
The Wireless light illuminates when the Router is connected wirelessly.  
Ethernet Lights  
The Ethernet lights illuminate when the Router is connected via one or more of  
its Ethernet ports.  
Rear Panel  
The rear panel of the Router contains six ports (Ethernet [4], Cable/DSL, and  
Power), as well as a Reset switch.  
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Ethernet Ports  
The Ethernet ports are used to connect computers to the Router via Ethernet  
cable. The Ethernet ports are 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing ports, and either a  
straight-through or crossover Ethernet cable can be used when connecting to  
the ports.  
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Cable/DSL Port  
The Cable/DSL port is used to connect the Router to an Ethernet cable/  
DSL modem.  
Reset Switch  
Depressing the Reset switch for one or two seconds will power cycle the Router  
(similar to unplugging and then plugging in the Router’s Power cord). To  
restore the Router’s factory default settings, depress and hold the Reset switch  
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 Router.  
Warning: Do not unplug the Power cord from the Router dur-  
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ing the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent damage  
to the Router.  
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Setting Up  
the Router  
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The instructions that follow parallel the steps contained in the Actiontec Installation  
Buddy®, which provides a visual guide to setting up the Router. It is recommended the  
user run the Installation Buddy first, before attempting any other procedures.  
To set up the Router, it must be connected to a computer, and then configured.  
After connecting this first computer, other computers can be added to the network  
via Ethernet, or wirelessly (see “Setting Up a Network” on page 55).  
Connecting a Computer to the Router  
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.  
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2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the appropriate check  
box, then click Next.  
3. Read the on-screen instructions, select the type of modem to which the Router  
will be connected (DSL or Cable) by clicking in the appropriate check box,  
then click Next.  
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4. Read the on-screen instructions concerning connecting the Router to a net-  
work with another router/gateway connected to it, then click Next.  
5. Make sure the items needed to connect the Router to the first computer are  
included in the kit, then click Next.  
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6. Locate the Ethernet cable connecting the cable/DSL modem to the computer,  
then click Next.  
7. Unplug the Ethernet cable connected to the cable/DSL modem from the  
computer, then click Next.  
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8. Get the Router from the kit, then click Next.  
9. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit, then click Next.  
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10. Plug one end of the yellow Ethernet cable into one of the yellow Ethernet  
ports on the back of the Router, then click Next.  
11. Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on  
the back of the computer. Click Next.  
Note: An Ethernet port looks similar to a phone jack, but is  
slightly larger.  
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12. Get the black Power cord from the kit. Click Next.  
13. Plug the smaller end of the black Power cord into the black Power port on  
the back of the Router. Click Next.  
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14. Plug the larger end of the black Power cord into a power outlet. Click Next.  
15. Make sure the Power light glows solid green (it may take a few moments)  
and one of the Ethernet lights flickers. Click Next.  
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16. Plug the Ethernet cable disconnected from the computer in step 3 into the  
red Cable/DSL port on the back of the Router, then click Next.  
17. Make sure the other end of the Ethernet cable connected to the Router in step  
16 is still plugged into the cable/DSL modem, then click Next.  
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18. Unplug the power cord of the cable/DSL modem, count to 10, then plug  
the power cord back in again. This resets the cable/DSL modem, allowing it to  
communicate with the Router. Cick Next.  
19. Make sure the Power, Internet, and one of the Ethernet lights glow solid  
green, then click Next. The Ethernet light may also flicker.  
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20. 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.  
21. Select the appropriate IP type. This information should be available from the  
ISP. When finished, click Next.  
If Static IP is selected, go directly to step 22.  
If Dynamic IP (DHCP) is selected, got directly to step 23.  
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22. If Static IP was selected in step 21, enter the IP Address, Subnet, Router,  
DNS 1, and DNS 2 information (if applicable) in the proper text boxes. This  
information should be available in the ISP. When finished, click Next and go  
directly to step 24.  
23. If DHCP was selected in step 21, the screen below appears. If other comput-  
ers will be connected to the Router wirelessly at some point (see chapter 6,  
“Setting Up a Network,on page 55), turn on the Router’s wireless access  
point feature by clicking in the circle next to “Yes.Click Next.  
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24. The Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Router.  
25. 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.  
The Router is successfully configured and ready for use.  
To make changes to the Router’s Advanced Configuration settings, see Chapter 4,  
“Using Advanced Setup,on page 27.  
To create a network by connecting more computers to the Router, see Chapter 6,  
“Setting Up a Network,on page 55.  
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Performing a  
Basic Setup  
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This chapter is a guide through a basic setup of the Router, including how to con-  
nect the Router to the ISP and changing the user name and password.  
To complete a basic setup, the user will need information provided by the ISP. This  
information is sometimes provided in a welcome letter or ISP worksheet. If this  
document is not available, contact the ISP immediately and request one.  
Basic Setup  
To configure the Router for basic operation:  
Note: If you already set up the Router using the Installation Buddy  
(as described in Chapter 2, “Setting Up the Router”), the settings  
described in this section have already been configured.  
1. Open a Web browser. In the Address” text box, type  
http://192.168.0.1  
then press Enter on the keyboard.  
2. The “Main Menu” screen appears. Select Setup/Configuration.  
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3. Follow the instructions in the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, then click Begin  
Basic Setup.  
4. In the next screen, follow the onscreen instructions, then click Next.  
5. In the next screen, select the type of connection provided by the ISP by click-  
ing in the circle next to DSL Option 1(Recommened), DSL Option 2, or  
Cable. If unsure about the selection, contact the ISP.  
If DSL Option 1 was chosen, go directly to step 6.  
If DSL Option 2 or Cable was chosen, go directly to step 7.  
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6. Enter the User Name and Password provided by the ISP in the “DSL  
Broadband Connection - PPPoE” screen. If the ISP provided a static IP address,  
enter it in the Static IP text box. If not, leave it blank. Click Next and go  
directly to step 8.  
7. If DSL Option 2 or Cable was selected in step 5, enter the Host Name and  
Domain Name provided by the ISP in the “Cable Broadband Connection  
- DHCP” screen. If the ISP provided a static IP address, enter it in the Static  
IP text box. If the ISP provided no host or domain name, leave the text boxes  
blank. Click Next.  
8. Click Save and Restart in the “Save and Restart” screen.  
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8. The “Congratulations” screen appears. The Router is successfully configured.  
The Power light flashes rapidly while the Router restarts, then glows steadily green  
when fully operational. The Internet light will also glow steadily green. The Router  
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.  
Changing the Admin User Name and Password  
To create or change the admin user name and password, allowing access to the  
Router’s Web Configuration screens, follow these instructions:  
1. From the Setup/Configuration screen, select Change Admin Password from  
the menu on the left side.  
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  
Router’s Web Configurations screens in the future.  
3. Click “Save and Restart” at the bottom of the screen.  
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4. The “Save and Restart” page appears. Click “Save and Restart” to save the set-  
tings changed in the Change Admin Username/Password screen.  
Once the Router has rebooted, the password is active. To access the Router’s Web  
Configuration screens, the username and password must be entered.  
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Using Advanced  
Setup  
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This section contains information concerning setting up the advanced features of  
the Router, such as wireless settings, remote management, and Web site blocking.  
Accessing Advanced Setup  
To access the Advanced Setup configuration screens:  
1. Open a Web browser. In the Address” text box type:  
http://192.168.0.1  
then press Enter on the keyboard.  
2. The “Main Menu” screen appears. Select Setup/Configuration.  
3. In the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, read the instructions, then select  
Advanced Setup from the menu on the left side.  
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4. In the next screen, read the recommendations. To perform an advanced setup  
on the Router, click 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.  
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.  
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WAN IP Address  
Selecting WAN IP Address in the Advanced Configuration” screen generates the  
WAN IP Address” screen. WAN IP Address allows manual set up of the IP address  
of the Router. There are three ways to do this: Obtain an IP Address through  
PPPoE, Obtain an IP Address through DHCP, or Specify a Static IP Address.  
Note: Some DSL providers use PPPoE to establish communica-  
tion with an end user. Other types of broadband Internet con-  
nections (such as fixed point wireless) may use either DHCP or  
Static IP address. If unsure about which connection is present,  
check with the ISP before continuing.  
After selecting a connection type, click Next to continue configuring the connection.  
Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE  
Select this option to allow the Router to use the Point-to-Point over Ethernet  
(PPPoE) protocol.  
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If a User Name, Password and/or Static IP was entered in the Installation Buddy  
or during Basic Setup, it should be displayed in the “Broadband Connection via  
PPPoE” screen. If not, enter the information now. If the information is unavailable,  
contact the ISP.  
Dialout on-demand/Idle timeout  
To have the Router automatically connect to the Internet whenever needed  
(when a Web browser is opened, for example), activate “Dialout on-demand” by  
clicking in the appropriate check box.  
When Dialout on-demand is activated, the user can also set the Router to dis-  
connect from the Internet after a certain amount of idle time (no Internet activ-  
ity). To do this, enter the number of idle time minutes (minimum 2 minutes)  
before disconnection occurs in the text box before “Minutes.”  
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  
Router will query the Internet Service Provider (ISP) to receive the IP address and  
routing information, which will terminate at the Router, 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).  
Some ISPs need to authenticate their end users with a Host Name and/or Domain  
Name. If this is the case, check with the ISP for a host name and domain name and  
enter them in the appropriate text boxes in the “Broadband Connection via DHCP”  
screen. If the ISP does not require these settings, leave the text boxes blank.  
Note: Contact the ISP if unsure of the proper configuration.  
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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 Router  
Address provided by the ISP in the “Broadband Connection via Static IP Address”  
screen, which causes the IP address and routing information to terminate at the  
Router, as opposed to the IP address and routing information being bridged to ter-  
minate at the computer. This allows the use of the router capabilities for the Local  
Area Network (LAN).  
Note: Contact the ISP if unsure of the proper configuration.  
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Wireless Settings  
Selecting Wireless Settings in the Advanced Configuration” screen generates the  
“Wireless Settings” screen.  
Wireless  
To activate the wireless radio, click in the circle next to On. To turn off the wireless  
radio, click in the circle next to Off.  
ESSID  
ESSID is the network name assigned to the wireless network. The factory default  
setting is “ACTIONTEC.Although Actiontec recommends keeping the default  
value intact, the ESSID value can be modified, using any combination of alphanu-  
meric characters (i.e., A-Z, a-z, 0-9). All wireless-capable computers included on  
the Router’s wireless network must have this same ESSID value. (For the Actiontec  
802.11b Wireless PC Card, the ESSID value must be the same as the SSID value.)  
Channel  
Channel assigns the frequency band at which the Router communicates. In the  
United States, use channels 1-11. (The factory default value is set to 1.)  
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Security  
There are four wireless security options: Off, WEP, WEP+802.1x, and WPA. The lat-  
ter three options are different types of wireless security.  
Off  
Selecting Off disables wireless security. Selecting this option allows any computer  
with wireless capability and the correct ESSID value to join the wireless network.  
WEP  
Selecting the security option “WEP” and clicking Next in the Wireless Settings  
screen generates the “WEP Key” screen. Here, the authentication type, encryp-  
tion level, and WEP keys are entered to activate WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)  
security encryption for the wireless network.  
Authentication Type - There are three authentication types: Open, Shared, and  
Both. Open authentication allows any wireless-enabled device to recognize the  
Router, if the correct WEP key is enabled on the device. Shared allows only wire-  
less-enabled devices with the correct WEP key and Shared key to recognize the  
Router. Selecting Both enables both Open and Shared authentication types.  
64-bit WEP - 64-bit WEP requires four separate keys. Each key comprises five hexa-  
decimal digit pairs. A hexadecimal digit consists of an alphanumeric character  
ranging from 0-9 or A-F. An example of a 64-bit WEP key is: 4E-A3-3D-68-72. To  
create a set of 64-bit WEP keys, activate all four keys by clicking in the appropri-  
ate circles, then enter five hexadecimal digit pairs in each Key text box (Key 1-,  
Key 2-, Key 3-, Key 4-). After activating 64-bit WEP on the Router, a computer  
with wireless capability can join the network only if these same keys are entered  
in the computer’s wireless encryption scheme.  
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128-bit WEP - 128-bit WEP requires one or more keys, comprising 13 hexadecimal  
pairs. A hexadecimal digit consists of alphanumeric characters ranging from 0-9 or  
A-F. An example of a 128-bit WEP key is: 3D-44-FE-6C-A1-EF-2E-D3-C4-21-74-5D-  
B1. To create a 128-bit WEP key, activate Key 1 by clicking in the appropriate circle,  
then enter 13 hexadecimal digit pairs in the Key text box. After activating 128-bit  
WEP on the Router, a computer with wireless capability can join the network only  
if this key is entered in the computer’s wireless encryption scheme.  
256-bit WEP - 256-bit WEP requires one or more keys, comprising 29 hexadecimal  
pairs. A hexadecimal digit consists of alphanumeric characters ranging from 0-9  
or A-F. To create a 256-bit WEP key, activate Key 1 by clicking in the appropriate  
circle, then enter 29 hexadecimal digit pairs in the Key text box. After activating  
256-bit WEP on the Router, a computer with wireless capability can join the net-  
work only if this key is entered in the computer’s wireless encryption scheme.  
Note: Not all wireless PC Cards support 128- or 256-bit WEP.  
Ensure that all PC Cards installed in the networked computers  
support 128- or 256-bit WEP before activating.  
WEP+802.1x  
Activating WEP+802.1x and clicking Next in the Wireless Settings screen gener-  
ates the “Wireless 802.1x Security Settings” screen. This setting is for enterprise  
networks only, and should be accessed by experienced information systems spe-  
cialists only.  
To set up WEP+802.1x security, enter the IP address of the RADIUS server in the  
“Server IP Address” text box, and the “Secret” key (for communication between  
the RADIUS server and the Router) in the “Secret” text box. The “Port” and  
“Group Key Interval” values should remain the same  
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WPA  
Activating WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and clicking Next in the Wireless  
Settings screen generates the “Wireless WPA Settings” screen.  
There are two levels of WPA. The “Group Key Interval,Server IP Address,”  
“Port,and “Secret” text boxes, along with the “802.1x” radio button, are enter-  
prise network specific, and should only be accessed by an experienced informa-  
tion systems professional. See “WEP+802.1x” on the previous page for more  
information.  
PSK String” is for home network security. To set up a PSK (Pre-Shared Key),  
click in the circle next to PSK String, then enter at least eight alphanumeric  
characters in the text box. All wireless-enabled devices must support WPA and  
know the PSK to join the network.  
Wireless MAC Authentication  
Selecting Wireless MAC Authentication in the Advanced Configuration” screen  
generates the “Wireless MAC Authentication” screen.  
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This feature allows the user to control the Wireless LAN Network by denying or  
allowing wireless access by specifying the MAC Address of the wireless client(s)  
allowed or denied on the wireless network  
After changing settings, click Next or Back to continue, or Save and Restart to  
make all changes permanent.  
Wireless Advanced Settings  
Selecting Wireless Advanced Settings in the Advanced Configuration” screen  
generates the “Wireless Advanced Settings” screen.  
SSID Broadcast  
To prevent unknown users from associating with the Router’s network (by using  
ANY” as an SSID, for example), disable the Router’s SSID broadcast by clicking in  
the circle next to “Disable.”  
802.11b/g Mode  
Access to the Router’s network can be restricted to wireless clients using either the  
802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapters. Click on the down arrow next to the text box  
and select the desired option. Actiontec recommends using the “Mixed” mode (the  
default option), which enables both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients to join the  
network.  
After changing settings, click Next or Back to continue, or Save and Restart to  
make all changes permanent.  
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LAN IP Address  
Selecting LAN IP Address in the Advanced Configuration” screen generates the  
LAN IP Address” screen.  
The values in the “LAN IP Address” and “Netmask” text boxes are the IP address  
and Subnet mask of the Router as seen on the network. These values can be modi-  
fied for your LAN network, but Actiontec recommends keeping the default factory  
settings (IP address 192.168.0.1; Subnet mask 255.255.255.0).  
Note: If the Router’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 permanent.  
DHCP Server  
Selecting DHCP Server in the Advanced Configuration” screen generates  
the “DHCP Server” screen. The Router 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.  
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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 Router. For more information, see “DHCP  
Server Configuration.”  
DHCP Server Configuration  
Clicking Next in theDHCP Serverscreen (if the DHCP server is activated) generates  
theDHCP Server Configurationscreen. Change IP address range and DNS server  
information here.  
Beginning IP Address  
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  
assigning IP addresses. Actiontec recommends keeping the factory default set-  
tings (192.168.0.254).  
The beginning and ending IP addresses define the IP address range of the  
Router. If the default values are left intact, the Router 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 Router must be on the  
same subnet as the IP address range it generates. For instance, if the Router’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.  
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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.  
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 the ISP provided sec-  
ondary DNS server information, enter it here. If not, leave the text box intact.  
Services Blocking  
Selecting Services Blocking in the Advanced Configuration” screen generates the  
“Services Blocking” screen.  
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.  
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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 Mode and has a  
Public IP Address, Netmeeting does not have to be enabled.  
Website Blocking  
Selecting Website Blocking in the Advanced Configuration” screen generates the  
“Website Blocking” screen. This feature enables the Router 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 available to computers on  
the network. To remove a blocked Web site, click on it in the “Blocked Website  
List,then click Remove.  
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Remote Management  
Selecting Remote Management in the Advanced Configuration” screen gener-  
ates the “Remote Management” screen. Remote Management allows access to the  
Router through the Internet via another computer. Actiontec recommends leaving  
the Remote Management Off (the factory default setting).  
To access the Router from the Internet, activate Remote Management by selecting  
On and writing down the WAN IP address of the Router (see “WAN IP Address” on  
page 29). On a computer outside of the network, open a Web browser and enter  
the Router’s WAN IP address in the address text box. The Router’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.  
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Port Forwarding  
Selecting Port Forwarding in the Advanced Configuration” screen generates the  
“Port Forwarding” screen. Port forwarding allows certain programs to bypass the  
Router’s built-in firewall, allowing access to parts of the network (for hosting a  
Web or FTP server, for example). To use port forwarding, enter the IP port range in  
the “IP Port Range” text boxes. (If more than 10 ports are needed, Actiontec recom-  
mends using DMZ Hosting. See “DMZ Hosting,below, for more information.)  
Choose the protocol type from the “Protocol” list box, then enter the IP address of  
the computer on the network to be used as a host. Click Add. The forwarded ports  
appear in the “List of Forwarded Ports” text box.  
To remove forwarded ports, highlight them, then click Remove.  
Clicking Advanced brings up the Advanced Port Forwarding” screen.  
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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.”  
DMZ Hosting  
Selecting DMZ Hosting in the Advanced Configuration” screen generates the  
DMZ Hosting” screen. To use DMZ hosting, enter the IP address of the computer  
on the network to be used as a DMZ host in the “DMZ Host IP Address” text box,  
then click On.  
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 Router’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.  
Warning: The DMZ Host computer will be vulnerable to com-  
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puter hackers on the Internet while in DMZ mode.  
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Firewall  
Selecting Firewall in the Advanced Configuration” screen generates the “Firewall  
Security Level” screen. Select the level of security needed for the network. See  
Appendix F on page 99 for details concerning each level of security.  
Dynamic Routing  
Selecting Dynamic Routing in the Advanced Configuration” screen generates the  
“Dynamic Routing” screen.  
If another router or gateway is set up behind the Router in the network configura-  
tion, consult the documentation that came with the other router/gateway to see  
what kind of Dynamic Routing is required to operate it with the Router, then  
select the appropriate option.  
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Static Routing  
Selecting Static Routing in the Advanced Settings” screen generates 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, high-  
light it by clicking on it in the Static Routing Table, then click Remove.  
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play)  
Selecting UPnP in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the  
“UPnP” screen. In this screen, the Universal Plug and Play option is turned on or  
off by activating the appropriate circle.  
Universal Plug and Play is a zero-configuration networking protocol that allows  
hardware and software (such as Netmeeting) to operate more efficiently. If  
Netmeeting is not running properly, activate UPnP.  
Note: Activating UPnP presents a slight security risk. After  
finishing with the hardware or software using UPnP, Actiontec  
recommends deactivating UPnP.  
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MAC Address Cloning  
Selecting MAC Address Cloning in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen  
generates the “MAC Address Cloning” screen. A MAC (Media Access Control)  
address is an identifier unique to every networkable device, including the Router.  
Some ISPs require a MAC address to validate a computer’s permission to be on  
their network. If the ISP requires this information, obtain the MAC address of the  
computer originally configured for the ISP, then enter the MAC address in the  
“User Select WAN MAC Address” text boxes in the MAC Address Cloning screen.  
The Router will now have a new MAC address.  
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Viewing the  
Routers Settings  
5
After configuring the Router, settings can be viewed by selecting Status in the  
Main Menu. In the left hand column, there are other Status options available:  
Routing Table, WAN Status, LAN Status, and Active User List.  
No settings (other than connecting or disconnecting from the Internet) can be  
changed from the Current Status screen.  
Status  
Selecting “Status” from the Main Menu screen generates the “General Status”  
screen.  
Firmware Version  
Displays the firmware version the Router is currently running.  
MAC Address  
Displays the MAC (Media Access Control) address of the Router.  
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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 Router.  
WAN - Subnet Mask  
Displays the Subnet Mask address the ISP assigned to the Router.  
WAN - Router  
Displays the Router address (for the IP Address and Subnet Mask) the ISP assigned  
to the Router.  
WAN - DNS #1 & #2  
Displays the Domain Name Server address(es) the ISP assigned to the Router.  
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 state of the DHCP Server (On or Off).  
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Routing Table  
Selecting Routing Table generates the “Routing Table” screen. This screen displays  
on overview of the Router’s routes.  
WAN Status  
Selecting WAN Status in the Current Status screen generates the “WAN Status”  
screen. This screen displays on overview of the Router’s WAN (Wide Area  
Network) connection.  
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LAN Status  
Selecting LAN Status generates the “LAN Status” screen. This screen displays on  
overview of the Router’s LAN (Local Area Network) port connections.  
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 Router accessing the Internet  
with Network Address Translation (NAT) security activated.  
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Using Utilities  
6
To access the Router’s Web-based Utilities, select Utilities from the “Main Menu”  
screen. The “Utilities” screen appears.  
From this screen, the Web activity log can be viewed, the DSL settings changed, the  
Router’s factory default settings restored, and the Router’s firmware upgraded.  
Web Activity Log  
The Web Activity Log provides information about the Web sites each computer  
on the Router’s network has visited. To access the Web Activity Log, select Web  
Activity Log from the “Utilities” screen.  
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Auto Refresh  
To set the 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.  
Restore Default Settings  
To restore the Router to its factory default settings, select Restore Default Settings  
from the “Utilities” screen. When the “Restore Default Settings” screen appears, click  
Restore Default Settings. Any changes made to the Router’s settings will be lost and  
the factory default settings will be restored. During this process, the Router’s Power  
light flashes and the Router is disabled.  
Warning: Do not unplug the power cord from the Router dur-  
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ing the Restore Default Settings process. Doing so may result in  
permanent damage to the Router.  
When the Power Light stops flashing and glows steadily green, the Router is fully  
operational, and the default settings have been restored.  
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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 Router. Follow the on-screen  
instructions to upgrade the Router’s firmware.  
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Setting Up a Network  
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Other computers can be connected to the Router to form a network, which  
allows the computers to transfer files, communicate with each other, and share an  
Internet connection. The networked computers can be connected to the Router in  
two ways: Ethernet or wirelessly.  
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.  
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2. Read the instructions, select Additional Computers by clicking on the appro-  
priate check box, then click Next.  
3. Select Wired (USB or Ethernet), then click Next.  
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4. When the next window appears, get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit,  
then click Next.  
5. Plug one end of the yellow Ethernet cable into one of the open yellow  
Ethernet ports on the back of the Router, then click Next.  
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6. Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on  
the back of the computer, then click Next.  
Note: An Ethernet port looks similar to a phone port, but is  
slightly bigger.  
7. Make sure one of the Ethernet lights glows steadily green, then click Next.  
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8. In the next window, the Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the  
Router.  
9. A series of congratulations windows appears. Click through them to exit the  
Installation Buddy.  
The computer is connected to the Router via Ethernet. To connect more computers  
to the Router via Ethernet, repeat this procedure.  
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Wireless  
Note: Computers wirelessly connected to the Router must have  
wireless capabilities (via a PCI wireless adapter, USB wireless  
adapter, built-in wireless adapter, etc.).  
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The  
Installation Buddy will start 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.  
2. Read the instructions, select Adding Computers by clicking in the appropriate  
check box, then click Next.  
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3. Select Wireless, then click Next.  
4. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Finish.  
After performing the procedure outlined in the screen, above, make sure the com-  
puter and the Router are using the same wireless network name. To wirelessly con-  
nect more computers to the Router, repeat this procedure.  
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Troubleshooting  
8
This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the  
Router, 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 Router’s Power light is on, as well as the appropriate lights for any  
active connections (Ethernet and Wireless). If the connection is not active,  
reconnect the appropriate cable or adapter.  
Connection to the Internet  
To verify the Router’s connection to the Internet, open a Web browser. In the  
“Addresstext box, type 192.168.0.1and click Go. The Router’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 Router by unplugging and then replugging the Power  
cord. After power cycling the Router, 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 for your connection. After  
saving all settings and restarting the Router, check the connection status again. If  
still disconnected, unplug the Router’s Power cord and leave it unplugged for at  
least 10 minutes. Replug the Power cord, restart the Router, and check the con-  
nection again.  
Using on Network With Another Router/Gateway  
If setting up the Router on a network with another router or gateway, consult  
the documentation that came with the other router/gateway to see what kind  
of Dynamic Routing is required to operate it with the Router. Then, go to the  
“Dynamic Routing” screen (see “Dynamic Routing” on page 44) to select the  
appropriate type of dynamic routing.  
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Frequently Asked Questions  
This section contains a list of questions concerning the Router, and answers to the  
questions.  
General  
I have run out of Ethernet ports on my Router. How do I add more  
computers?  
Plugging in an Ethernet hub or switch can expand the number of ports on the  
Router. Connect a standard Ethernet cable from the “Uplink” port of the new  
hub or switch to an Ethernet port on the Router, then connect additional com-  
puters to the Ethernet hub or switch.  
Which protocols does the Router 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 Router support?  
The LAN connections on the Router support 10/100 Mbps. The 802.11g wireless  
connection supports up to 54 Mbps connection speeds (depending on signal  
quality, environmental factors, and physical distance).  
Will my Xbox work with the Router?  
Yes, the Router is compatible with the Xbox. You will need to set a static IP 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  
errors.  
Is the Router 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 ).  
Does the Router function as a DSL modem?  
No, the Router does not have a DSL modem built-in.  
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Do I need a specific cable or DSL modem to use the Router?  
No, the Router works with any Ethernet cable, and virtually any cable/DSL  
modem.  
Wireless  
Can I use an 802.11b wireless card to connect to the Router?  
Yes, the Router can handle 802.11b cards or 802.11g cards. The 802.11g standard  
is backward compatible with the 802.11b standard. The Router can be setup to  
handle just “g” wireless cards, just “b” wireless cards, or both.  
If I install several Routers in different locations in my building, will they  
be able to talk to each other? Will I be able to stay connected as I move  
between them?  
The Router does not communicate with other access points, since it is a single  
access point system. If you install several Router devices and move between cov-  
erage areas, your wireless device would actually have to reconnect to a separate  
network.  
Will cordless phones interfere with the Router?  
The Router uses the 2.4 GHz frequency. If your cordless phone uses this fre-  
quency, problems may occur. Different cordless phones use different frequencies,  
and generally include a label stating which frequency they use. If you are hav-  
ing problems with interference caused by your cordless phone, try changing the  
Router’s channel (see “Wireless Settings” on page 32). This can sometimes clear  
up interference issues. Any wireless device using the 2.4 GHz frequencies can  
cause wireless interference.  
Which wireless cards will work with the Router?  
The Router will connect with any wireless card supporting the 802.11g or  
802.11b wireless standards.  
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Can my wireless signal pass through floors, walls, and glass?  
The physical environment around the Router can have a varying effect on wire-  
less signal strength and quality. The more dense an object, the greater the inter-  
ference. Concrete or metal reinforced structures will experience a higher degree  
of signal loss than those made of wood, plaster, or glass.  
I have an Apple computer that uses the Airport wireless device. Is this  
device compatible with the Router?  
Yes, the Apple Airport system complies with the 802.11b standards. If you use  
the WEP security feature, refer to the Apple Airport documentation for infor-  
mation on the proper method to enter the WEP key for compatibility with the  
Router’s hexadecimal WEP entry.  
What is the best placement for the Router to gain maximum throughput  
and distance?  
The best placement for the Router is in an elevated position, centrally located in  
the area of service. To reduce the effect of physical barriers, place the Router in a  
location with the least physical obstructions in the service area.  
Network  
I 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 I can use for my home network?  
The valid IP range for the Router is 192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 by default.  
How do I 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.  
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Windows NT, 2000, and XP - Select Start, Run and type cmd. Press Enter. When the  
command screen is displayed, type ipconfigand press Enter.  
I 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 adapter 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 cmd, 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.  
I 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.)  
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Connections  
Everything appears to be setup properly with the Router, but I can’t connect  
to the Internet. Why?  
If you had your Internet connection already set up on your computer, you may  
need to power cycle your cable/DSL Modem before the Router can sync up with  
the modem. Unplug the cable/DSL modem and the Router from their respective  
power outlets, and shut down your computer. Wait at least five minutes, then  
plug in the modem. Once your modem is back up, you can plug in the Router  
and restart your computer.  
How many computers can be connected through the Router?  
The Router is capable of 254 connections, but having no more than 45 connec-  
tions is recommended. As the number of connections increases, the available  
speed for each computer decreases.  
Security  
What is WEP?  
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is the standard that encrypts 802.11g/802.11b  
communications.  
What is the default username for the Router?  
The default username for the router is admin (all lower case). To activate the  
password to protect the Router, change the default password, which is blank by  
default. Remote management is not available on the Router until the default  
password is changed.  
What is the difference between 40-bit and 64-bit encryption?  
There really is no difference between the two. They are just different terminolo-  
gies used throughout the industry for the same level of encryption.  
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How do I make a HEX-based WEP key?  
64-bit - Generated as 10 alphanumeric characters (0-9, a-f).  
Example: 843c29a562.  
128-bit - Generated as 29 alphanumeric characters (0-9, a-f).  
Example: 3c29f2536bef3276d32e364a2c.  
What is WPA?  
WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) is a new standard for wireless encryption for  
802.11g/802.11b communications.  
Does the Router function as a firewall?  
Yes. The Router 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  
transmitted over the Internet.  
Which Virtual Private Networking (VPN) protocols are supported?  
The Router supports pass-through for PPTP, L2TP, and IPSec.  
Can I use Internet firewall or security programs with my network?  
Because the Router 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 pri-  
vate network (BlackIce Defender, Norton Internet Security, and ZoneAlarm, for  
example).  
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Reference  
A
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.  
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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” window appears, select Name & Location.  
4. In the “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:  
i386  
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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 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 & Location.  
4. In the “Named” text box, enter:  
i386  
5. Click the down arrow next to the “Look In” text box and select My  
Computer from the list that appears.  
6. Click Find Now.  
7. When the search is complete, note the directory path that appears most often  
in the “In Folder” column. For example: 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.  
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Windows Me, 2000  
1. From the desktop, click Start.  
2. Select Search, then For Files and Folders.  
3. The “Search Results” window appears. In the panel at left titled “What do you  
want to search for?, click All files and folders.  
4. Another panel, titled “Search by any or all of the criteria below” appears. In  
the “Look in” text box, click the down arrow and select My Computer from  
the menu that appears.  
5. In the All or part of the file name” text box, enter:  
i386  
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 Cache\.  
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.  
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Setting Up Static IP  
on the Computer  
B
To communicate with the Router from a computer on the network (to use the Web  
Configuration Utility, for example), the user may have to switch the IP address set-  
tings from DHCP-enabled to static IP, so that the computer and the Router 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 Router’s fac-  
tory default IP address. If the Router’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.  
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3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel.  
4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.  
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5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components  
are installed” list box, locate and double-click TCP/IP.  
6. The “TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Select IP Address.  
7. In the 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.  
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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. 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.  
The computer restarts. It is now set up with a static IP address, allowing access to  
the Router’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.  
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3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel.  
4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.  
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5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components  
are installed” list box, locate and double-click TCP/IP.  
6. The “TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Click IP Address.  
7. In the 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.  
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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 “Detect 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.  
The computer restarts. It is now set up with a static IP address, allowing access to  
the Router’s Advanced Setup 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.  
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3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel.  
4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Dial-  
up Connections.  
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5. In the “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.  
6. The “Local Area Connection Status” window appears. Select General, then  
click Properties.  
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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).  
9. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears.  
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.  
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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.  
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 Router’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.  
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3. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network  
Connections.  
4. In the “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.  
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5. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select General.  
6. In the “This connection uses the following items” list box, double-click  
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).  
7. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears.  
8. 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.  
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9. 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.  
10. 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.  
11. Click OK. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window disappears.  
12 In the Local Area Connection Properties window, click Close. The Local Area  
Connection Properties window disappears.  
13. Click Close in the Local Area Connection Status window. The window  
disappears.  
14. 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 Router’s  
Web Configuration Utility.  
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Computer Security  
C
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 Broadband 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, broadband 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 must be con-  
trolled to make sure someone on the Internet doesn’t access the information on  
the computer. The longer the computer is connected to the Internet, the easier it is  
for someone on the Internet to find the computer and attempt to access it without  
permission. Broadband service also provides fast Internet connections. This not  
only improves Internet performance, it also improves Internet performance for  
anyone attempting to access the computer.  
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Router Security  
If connecting to the ISP through Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), be sure to provide  
the Router an administrative password. If a password is not set, someone on the  
Internet can access the Router and change its configuration or steal your PPP login  
name and password. For instructions on setting the password, see the Advanced  
Setup” chapter.  
If connecting to the ISP through bridging mode, the Router 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-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.  
Internet Browsers  
Always exit the Internet browser (Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, for  
example). Never “minimize” the browser or leave it open in the background.  
Breaking into a computer is easier when an Internet browser is running.  
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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 Internet  
Windows XP has a built-in firewall. For more information, select Help and  
Support Center from the Help menu. Search for Internet Connection Firewall.  
If Windows 98 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.  
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Specifications  
D
General  
Model Number  
GT704WR-00 (54 Mbps Wireless Cable/DSL Router)  
Standards  
IEEE 802.3x (10BaseT, full duplex capable)  
IEEE 802.3u (100BaseTX, auto negotiation)  
IEEE 802.11b/g (Wireless)  
Protocol  
LAN - CSMA/CD  
WAN  
10/100 RJ-45 Ethernet port  
LAN  
10/100 RJ-45 switched Ethernet ports (4)  
Speed  
LAN Ethernet: 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing  
Wireless: 802.11g 54 Mbps optimal (see “Wireless Operating Range” for details)  
Cabling Type  
Ethernet 10BaseT: UTP/STP Category 3 or 5  
Ethernet100BaseTX: UTP/STP Category 5  
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Wireless Operating Range  
Indoors  
Up to 91 M (300 ft.)  
Outdoors  
Up to 533 M (1750 ft.)  
Topology  
Star (Ethernet)  
LED Indicators  
Power, Internet, Wireless, Ethernet (4)  
Environmental  
Power  
External, 12V DC, 600mA  
Certifications  
FCC Class B, FCC Class C (part 15, 68), CE Mark Commercial, UL  
Operating Temperature  
º
º
º
º
0 C to 40 C (32 F to 104 F)  
Storage Temperature  
º
º
º
º
-20 C to 70 C (-4 F to 158 F)  
Operating Humidity  
10% to 85% (non-condensing)  
Storage Humidity  
5% to 90% (non-condensing)  
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Glossary  
E
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.  
DSL (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.”  
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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, enabling 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.  
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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.  
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Level Services Table  
F
The following information is related to the Firewall options (High, Medium, and  
Low) section in the Advanced Setup” chapter of this manual (see page 44). The  
types of services and their respective ports are listed in the two right-hand col-  
umns: 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 Router’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 Router’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  
Router’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  
http  
dns  
ftp  
telnet  
smtp  
pop3  
nntp  
Port  
80  
53  
21  
23  
In  
no  
no  
no  
no  
yes  
yes  
no  
no  
no  
no  
no  
no  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
Out  
yes  
yes  
no  
no  
yes  
yes  
no  
no  
yes  
no  
no  
no  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
25  
110  
119  
7070  
n/a  
1720  
1503  
22  
163  
443  
983  
885  
real audio/video  
icmp  
H.323  
T.120  
SSH  
imap  
https  
secure imap  
secur pop3  
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Medium Security Level  
Service  
http  
dns  
ftp  
telnet  
smtp  
pop3  
nntp  
Port  
80  
53  
21  
23  
In  
no  
no  
no  
no  
yes  
yes  
no  
yes  
no  
no  
yes  
no  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
Out  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
25  
110  
119  
7070  
n/a  
1720  
1503  
22  
163  
443  
983  
885  
real audio/video  
icmp  
H.323  
T.120  
SSH  
imap  
https  
secure imap  
secure pop3  
Low Security Level  
Service  
http  
dns  
Port  
80  
53  
21  
23  
25  
110  
119  
7070  
n/a  
1720  
1503  
22  
In  
no  
yes  
no  
no  
yes  
yes  
no  
no  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
Out  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
yes  
ftp  
telnet  
smtp  
pop3  
nntp  
real audio/video  
icmp  
H.323  
T.120  
SSH  
imap  
163  
443  
983  
885  
https  
secure imap  
secure pop3  
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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 send and receive 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 mail only.  
nntp  
Network News Transfer Protocol. A protocol used to distribute and retrieve  
news articles over the Internet.  
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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.  
T.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.  
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Non-Windows  
System Setup  
G
The Router 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 configure the Router, Open Transport 2.5.2 or above must be loaded on the  
computer.  
1. Click Apple, Control Panels, then TCP/IP.  
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2. When the “TCP/IP” window appears, select Edit from menu bar, then select  
User Mode.  
3. When the “User Mode” window appears, select Advanced, then click OK.  
4. In the “TCP/IP” window, select Ethernet from the “Connect via” drop-down  
list.  
5. Select Using DHCP Server from the “Configure” drop-down list.  
6. Ensure the “Use 802.3” option is not checked.  
7. Disregard any addresses in the IP Address text boxes. They will be reacquired  
when the first connection is made.  
8. 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.  
9. Close the “TCP/IP” window and when 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 Router, follow the instruc-  
tions in chapter 2, “Performing a Basic Setup,on page 21.  
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Appendix G Non-Windows Setup  
OS X  
1. From the Apple Menu, select System Preferences.  
2. When the “System Preferences” window appears, click Network.  
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3. The Network window appears. Select Built-In Ethernet from the “Show”  
drop-down list.  
4. Select TCP/IP and, from the “Configure” drop-down list, select Using DHCP.  
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 Router, follow the instruc-  
tions in chapter 2, “Performing a Basic Setup,on page 21.  
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Notices  
Regulatory Compliance Notices  
Class B Equipment  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B  
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to  
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-  
tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,  
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications. However, there is no 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:  
s Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna;  
s Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver;  
s Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to  
which the receiver is connected;  
s 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;  
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2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that  
may cause unwanted operation.  
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.  
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Limited Warranty  
Hardware: Actiontec Electronics, Inc., warrants to the end user (“Customer”) that  
this hardware product will be free from defects in workmanship and materials,  
under normal use and service, for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase  
from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller.  
Actiontec Electronics’ sole obligation under this express warranty shall be, at  
Actiontec’s option and expense, to repair the defective product or part, deliver to  
Customer an equivalent product or part to replace the defective item, or if neither  
of the two foregoing options is reasonably available, Actiontec Electronics may, in its  
sole discretion, refund to Customer the purchase price paid for the defective prod-  
uct. All products that are replaced will become the property of Actiontec Electronics,  
Inc. Replacement products may be new or reconditioned. Actiontec Electronics war-  
rants any replaced or repaired product or part for ninety (90) days from shipment,  
or the remainder of the initial warranty period, whichever is longer.  
Software: Actiontec Electronics warrants to Customer that each software program  
licensed from it will perform in 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 specifi-  
cations. Customer assumes responsibility for the selection of the appropriate appli-  
cations program and associated reference materials. Actiontec Electronics makes  
no warranty or representation that its software products will meet Customer’s  
requirements or work in combination with any hardware or applications software  
products provided by third parties, that the operation of the software products will  
be uninterrupted or error free, or that all defects in the software products will be  
corrected. For any third-party products listed in the Actiontec Electronics software  
product documentation or specifications as being compatible, Actiontec Electronics  
will make reasonable efforts to 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.  
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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 applicable 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 94085  
Actiontec Electronics shall not be responsible for any software, firmware, informa-  
tion, memory data, or Customer data contained in, stored on, or integrated with  
any products returned to Actiontec Electronics for repair, whether under warranty  
or not.  
WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE: IF AN ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS’ PRODUCT DOES  
NOT OPERATE AS WARRANTED ABOVE, CUSTOMER’S 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, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW,  
STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES, TERMS OR CONDITIONS  
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SATISFACTORY  
QUALITY, CORRESPONDENCE WITH DESCRIPTION, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT,  
ALL OF WHICH ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS  
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NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR  
IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION,  
MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS.  
ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY  
IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT  
OR MALFUNCTION IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY  
CUSTOMER’S OR ANY THIRD PERSON’S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION  
OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPT TO OPEN, REPAIR OR MODIFY THE  
PRODUCT, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR  
BY ACCIDENT, FIRE, LIGHTNING, OTHER HAZARDS, OR ACTS OF GOD.  
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW,  
ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS ALSO EXCLUDES FOR ITSELF AND ITS SUPPLIERS  
ANY LIABILITY, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING  
NEGLIGENCE), FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR  
PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS,  
LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA, OR OTHER FINANCIAL  
LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION,  
MAINTENANCE, USE, PERFORMANCE, FAILURE, OR INTERRUPTION OF ITS  
PRODUCT, EVEN IF ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS OR ITS AUTHORIZED RESELLER  
HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, AND LIMITS ITS  
LIABILITY TO REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE  
PAID, AT ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS’ OPTION. THIS DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY  
FOR DAMAGES WILL NOT BE AFFECTED IF ANY REMEDY PROVIDED HEREIN  
SHALL FAIL OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.  
Disclaimer: Some countries, states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or  
limitation of implied warranties or the limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages for certain products supplied to consumers, or the limitation of liability  
for personal injury, so the above limitations and exclusions may be limited in their  
application to you. When the implied warranties are not allowed to be excluded in  
their entirety, they will be limited to the duration of the applicable written warranty.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary depending on local law.  
Dispute Resolution: The customer may contact the Director of Technical Support  
in the event the Customer is not satisfied with Actiontec Electronics’ response to  
the complaint. In the event that the Customer is still not satisfied with the response  
of the Director of Technical Support, the Customer is instructed to contact the  
Director of Marketing. In the event that the Customer is still not satisfied with the  
response of the Director of Marketing, the Customer is instructed to contact the  
Chief Financial Officer and/or President.  
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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.  
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