ActionTec DSL GATEWAY GT704 User manual

Solutions for the Digital Life™
User Manual
USB/Ethernet
DSL Gateway
Model #: GT704
IB Version #: 3.0.1.0.5g-GT704

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 1
Package Contents 1
Minimum System Requirements 2
Features 2
Getting to Know the Gateway 4
2 Setting Up the Gateway 7
Connecting a Computer to the Gateway 7
Installing Phone Filters 23
Setting Up the DSL Connection 27
3 Performing a Basic Setup 31
Basic Setup 31
Changing the Admin User Name and Password 34
4 Using Advanced Setup 35
Accessing Advanced Setup 35
WAN IP Address 37
LAN IP Address 41
DHCP Server 42
Services Blocking 44
Website Blocking 45
Remote Management 46
Port Forwarding 47
DMZ Hosting 48
Firewall 49
Dynamic Routing 49
NAT (Network Address Translation) 50
Static Routing 50
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) 51
5 Checking the Gateway’s Status 53
Status 53
6 Using Utilities 57
Web Activity Log 57
DSL Settings 58
PPPoE Passthrough 59
Restore Default Settings 59
Upgrade Firmware 60
7 Setting Up a Network 61
Ethernet 61
USB 66

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8 Troubleshooting 71
Troubleshooting 71
Frequently Asked Questions 72
A Reference 77
Locating Computer Information 77
Locating Windows Operating System Files 78
B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 81
Windows 98 SE 81
Windows Me 84
Windows 2000 87
Windows XP 91
C Computer Security 95
Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem 95
Gateway Security 96
Computer Security 96
Electronic Security 97
D Specifications 99
General 99
LED Indicators 100
Environmental 100
E Glossary 101
F Firewall Security Level Services Table 105
High Security Level 105
Medium Security Level 106
Low Security Level 106
Basic Security Level 107
Service Acronym Definitions 107
G Non-Windows System Setup 109
Classic 109
OS X 111
H Installation Buddy Settings 113
Notices 115
Regulatory Compliance Notices 115
Modifications 115
Miscellaneous Legal Notices 116
Limited Warranty 117

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway. The Gateway
is the simplest way to connect computers to a high-speed broadband connection.
This easy-to-use product is perfect for the home office or small business. If you
want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL
Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success.
Package Contents
s Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway
s Power cord
s Phone filters
s DSL cable
s Yellow (Ethernet) cable
s Blue (USB) cable
s Installation CD (includes user manual)
s Quick start guide
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Minimum System Requirements
s Internet DSL service
s Compatible laptop, desktop, or Macintosh computer with an available
Ethernet or USB (USB compatible with PCs only)
s Microsoft Windows 98, 98 Second Edition (SE), Millennium Edition (Me), NT
4.0, 2000, XP; Mac OS 7.1 and above
☞ Note: USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows
95 and NT 4.0, or any Mac OS.
s Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher (5.x recommended) or Netscape Navigator
4.0 or higher (4.7 recommended)
s TCP/IP network protocol installed
Features
s Plug-and-Play installation support for systems with Windows operating
systems (98, 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP)
s ADSL WAN port (RJ-11)
s Compliant with full-rate ANSI T1.413 Issue 2, ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) and
G.992.2 (G.lite) standard
s Auto-handshake for different ADSL flavors
s USB 1.1 device specification compliance
s 11 Mbps USB data rate (full speed)
s Bridged Ethernet over ATM, PPP over ATM, PPP over Ethernet
s Precise ATM traffic shaping
s IP packet routing and transparent bridge
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s Built-in NAT, DHCP server
s DNS relay support
s PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet
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
s FTP firmware upgradeable
s Web download support

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Getting to Know the Gateway
This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s lights, ports, etc.
The Gateway 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 Gateway features eight lights: Power, DSL, Internet,
Ethernet (4), and USB.
Power
DSL
Internet
Ethernet
USB
Power
DSL Internet
Ethernet
1234USB
1234
Power Light
The Power light displays the Gateway’s current status. If the Power light glows
steadily green, the Gateway is receiving power and fully operational. When the
Power light flashes rapidly, the Gateway is initializing. If the Power light is not
illuminated when the Power cord is plugged in and the Power switch is turned
on, the Gateway has suffered a critical error and technical support should be
contacted.
DSL Light
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Internet Light
When the Internet light glows steadily, the Gateway is connected to the DSL
provider. When it flashes, the Gateway’s built-in DSL modem is training for your
DSL service.
Ethernet Lights
The Ethernet lights illuminate when the Gateway is connected via one or more
of its Ethernet ports.
USB Light
The USB light illuminates when the Gateway is connected via its USB port.
Rear Panel
The rear panel of the Gateway contains seven ports (Ethernet [4], Phone, USB, and
Power), as well as Reset and Power switches.
Power
USB
Ethernet 4
Reset
Phone
Ethernet 3 Ethernet 2 Ethernet 1
Phone Port
The Phone port is used to connect the Gateway to a DSL (Digital Subscriber
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USB Port
The USB port is used to connect a computer to the Gateway via USB cable.
☞ Note: It is not recommended to perform a recovery or update
for the Gateway from a computer connected via USB.
Ethernet Ports
The Ethernet ports are used to connect computers to the Gateway 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.
Reset Switch
Depressing the Reset switch for one or two seconds will power cycle the Gateway
(similar to unplugging and then plugging in the Gateway’s Power cord). To
restore the Gateway’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 Gateway.
N Warning: Do not unplug the Power cord from the Gateway
during the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent
damage to the Gateway.
Power Switch
The Power switch is used to power the Gateway on and off.
N Warning: Do not click the Power switch to its “off” postion
during the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent
damage to the Gateway.

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Setting Up
the Gateway
The instructions that follow parallel the steps contained in the Actiontec Installation
Buddy™, which provides a visual guide to setting up the Gateway. It is recommended
the user run the Installation Buddy first, before attempting any other procedures.
To set up the Gateway, it must be connected to a computer, and then configured.
After connecting this first computer, other computers can be added to the network
via USB, Ethernet, or wirelessly (see “Setting Up a Network” on page 61).
Connecting a Computer to the Gateway
Connecting a computer to the Gateway for setup involves three basic steps: initial
setup, plugging in the Gateway’s power cord, and connecting the Gateway to the
computer.
Connecting Via Ethernet
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The
Installation Buddy starts automatically. Wait until the following screen
appears, read the on-screen instructions, select the country in which you live
by clicking in the appropriate check box, then click Next.
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2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the appropriate check
box, then click Next.
3. If USA was chosen in step 1, select the appropriate letter (this information
should be provided to you by the ISP) from the options in the next window,
then click Next.
If United Kingdom or Other Country was selected, go to step 4.
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4. Click in the check box next to Ethernet (Recommended), then click Next.
5. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer are
included in the kit, then click Next.

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6. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next.
7. Get the Power cord and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on
the rear panel of the Gateway, then click Next.

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8. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then click Next.
9. Click the On/Off switch to its on position (as shown in the picture on-
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10. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green, then
click Next.
11. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into a yellow
Ethernet port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next.

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12. 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.
13. Make sure one of the Ethernet lights on the front of the Gateway glows solid
green. Click Next.

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14. Get the black or gray DSL cable from the kit and plug one end into the gray
Line port on the rear panel of the Gateway. Click Next.
15. Plug the other end of the black or gray DSL cable into the phone jack clos-
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16. Make sure the DSL light on the Gateway glows solid green (this may take up
to 30 seconds). Click Next.
☞ Note: If the DSL light continues to blink, make sure the ISP has
certified the DSL service has been activated.
The Gateway is connected to a computer via Ethernet. Next, install the filters as
described in “Installing Filters” on page 23.
Connecting Via USB
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The
Installation Buddy starts automatically. Wait until the following screen
appears, read the on-screen instructions, select the country in which you live
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2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the appropriate check
box, then click Next.
3. If USA was chosen in step 1, select the appropriate letter (this information
should be provided to you by the ISP) from the options in the next window,
then click Next.
If United Kingdom or Other Country was selected, go to step 4.
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4. Click the check box next to USB, then click Next.
5. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer are
included in the kit, then click Next.