ActionTec 1524 User manual

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Table of Contents
1Introduction 1
Package Contents 1
Minimum System Requirements 1
Features 2
Technical Support 4
2Setting Up the Gateway 7
Warning! 7
Connecting a Computer to the Gateway 8
Installing Phone Filters 21
Setting Up the DSL Connection 25
3Using Qwest DSL 29
Connecting to the Internet 29
Disconnecting from the Internet 29
4Basic Setup 31
Basic Setup 31
5Static IP Address on the Gateway 35
Configuring for a Single Static IP Address 35
Configuring for a Block of Static IP Addresses 39
6Advanced Setup 45
Accessing Advanced Setup 45
WAN IP Address 46
LAN IP Address 53
DHCP Server 54
Services Blocking 56
Website Blocking 57
VPN Pass Through 57
Remote Management 58
Port Forwarding 59
DMZ Hosting 60
Firewall 61
Dynamic Routing 61
NAT (Network Address Translation) 62
Static Routing 62
MAC Address Cloning 63
Status 64

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7Using Utilities 69
Web Activity Log 69
DSL Settings 70
Restore Default Settings 70
Upgrade Firmware 71
8Building a Network 73
Ethernet 73
USB 76
Wireless 80
9Troubleshooting 83
AReference 87
Locating Computer Information 87
Locating Windows Operating System Files 88
Wiring Information 90
BStatic IP Address on the Computer 93
Windows 98 and 98 SE 93
Windows Me 96
Windows 2000 99
Windows XP 103
CComputer Security 109
Securing the Gateway and Computer 109
DSpecifications 113
General 113
Wireless Operating Range 114
LED Indicators 114
Environmental 114
EGlossary 115
FSecurity Level Services Table 119
High Security Level 119
Medium Security Level 120
Low Security Level 120
Basic Security Level 120
Acronym Definitions 121
GNon-Windows System Setup 123
Classic 123
OS X 125
Connecting to the ISP 126
Notices 129
Regulatory Compliance Notices 129
Modifications 129
Limited Warranty 131

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec Wireless-Ready Gateway. The Gateway is
the simplest way to connect multiple computers to a single high-speed broadband
connection. This easy-to-use product is perfect for the office or small business. If
you want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec Wireless-Ready
Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success.
Package Contents
Four-Port Actiontec Wireless-Ready Gateway
Power adapter
Phone filters
DSL cable
Ethernet cable
USB cable
Installation CD-ROM
Quick start guides
Minimum System Requirements
Active DSL service
Computer with an 10 Mbps or 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection, or USB
connection
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Microsoft Windows 95,Windows 98,Windows 98 Second Edition (SE),
Windows Millennium Edition (Me), Windows NT 4.0,Windows 2000,
Windows XP,MacOS 7.1+, Mac OS 8.0+, Mac OS 9.0+, or Mac OS X+
☞Note:USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows
95,Windows NT 4.0,and Mac OS.
Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher (5.x recommended) or Netscape Navigator
4.0 or higher (4.7 recommended)
TCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer
Features
This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s lights, ports, etc.
The Gateway has several indicator lights (LEDs) on its front panel, a series of ports
on its rear panel, and two PCMCIA card slots on its left panel (when viewed from
the front).
Front Panel
The front panel of the Four-Port Gateway features seven lights: Power, Internet,
Wireless, and Ethernet Network (4).
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 oper-
ational. When the Power Light is rapidly flashing, the Gateway is initializing. If
Power
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the Power Light is not illuminated when the power cord is plugged in, the
Gateway has suffered a critical error and technical support should be contacted.
Internet Light - When the Internet Light glows steadily, the Gateway is connect-
ed to the DSL provider. When it flashes, the Gateway’s built-in DSL modem is
training for your DSL service..
Wireless Light - When the Wireless Light glows steadily, the Gateway is ready
for wireless networking.
Ethernet Network Light(s) - The Ethernet Network Lights glow when a net-
work link is established with a computer. A flashing Light signifies network traf-
fic across the specific Ethernet connection.
Left Side Panel
The left side panel of the Gateway features two PC Card slots. These slots can be
used to enable the Gateway for wireless networking.
☞Note:The upper PC Card slot is used for the Actiontec Wireless
Networking PC Card. The lower slot is reserved for future products.
Rear Panel
The rear panel of the Gateway contains eight ports (Ethernet [4], Line, Phone,
USB,and Power), as well as a Reset switch.
Ethernet Ports - Used to connect computers to the Gateway via Ethernet cable.
All four 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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Line Port - Used to connect the Gateway to a DSL (Digital Subcriber Line) con-
nection.
Phone Port - Used to connect a telephone to the Gateway.
USB Port - Used to connect a computer to the Gateway via USB cable.
Power Port - Used to connect the Power Cord to the Gateway.
Reset Switch - Depressing the reset switch for one or two seconds will power
cycle (similar to unplugging and then plugging in the Gateway’s power cord) the
Gateway. To restore the Gateway’s factory default settings, depress and hold the
Reset Switch for approximately 10 seconds. The reset process will start about 10
seconds after releasing the Reset Switch.
Warning:Do not unplug the power cord from the Gateway
during the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent
damage to the Gateway.
Technical Support
Self Help
To obtain answers to DSL configuration questions, visit the Qwest DSL Actiontec
support page at this address:
http://www.qwest.com/dsl/customerservice/Actiontec1520.html
A help page is also available on the main page of the Actiontec DSL Gateway Web
interface. Enter
192.168.0.1
in the browser’s address text box, and when the first screen appears, click HELP.
Basic Setup Support
If unable to access the Internet, look at the Internet light on the front of the DSL
Gateway. If the light is solid green,call the ISP immediately. If it is not solid
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Other Problems
Contact the ISP if experiencing problems with:
DHCP addressing configuration
Static IP addressing configuration
Transparent bridging configuration
Contact Qwest at 1-800-247-7285 for:
DSL service outage support and repair
DSL service installation support
NIC card installation of the Qwest-supplied Realtek NIC Card
☞Note:Before attempting any of the above, make sure access to
the Internet is available.
Advanced Feature Support
Qwest DSL technical support provides the following advanced feature support for the
Actiontec DSL Gateway. Contact Qwest at 1-800-247-7285 for configuration assistance.
Enabling Website Blocking
Enabling VPN Pass-Through
Enabling/Disabling NAT
Firewall configuration
Changing the LAN IP address of the DSL Gateway
Enabling Services Blocking
Enabling/Disabling DHCP
VIP feature
These features are supported in the Gateway only. Implementation of the above
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Wired/Wireless Upgrade
Wired and wireless upgrade installation support is available from Actiontec free
of charge if the wired/wireless equipment was purchased from Actiontec.
Contact Actiontec at 1-888-436-0675 for installation and configuration support
information.
Networking (LAN) Support
If a wired/wireless network has been set up and support is needed in one of the
following areas:
LAN support of multiple computers and peripherals;
Microsoft Windows Networking;
Microsoft Internet Connection Sharing (ICS);
Advanced LAN configuration with multiple computers;
Non-Actiontec-provided network card/Ethernet cable installation, configu-
ration, or troubleshooting;
Commercial firewall software configuration;
contact the Actiontec Pay For Support Center at 1-888-825-9025.Actiontec net-
working support is provided for a fee of $29.95 per incident. Other fee-based fea-
ture support includes:
Port Forwarding (Static NAT)
Static Routing
MAC Address Cloning
Third-party vendor wireless equipment configuration
DMZ Hosting
NAT Routes
RIP (Dynamic Routing)
This support service does not include an on-site field technician.
To purchase Actiontec wireless cards and peripherals, visit the Actiontec Web site at
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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 “Building a Network” on page 63).
Warning!
Read the following two sections (Alarm System, Automatic Water Heater)
before proceeding with any installation!
Alarm System
If your home or business has an alarm system and Qwest DSL shares the same
phone line, you have special wiring needs. If you did not order a technician install
at the time of sale, please contact Qwest Sales as soon as possible to order and
schedule your installation.
If you security alarm is wired incorrectly, it may not be able to make a notification
call when the alarm is triggered. Professional wiring is required to insure interoper-
ability. Do not attempt the installtion yourself. Qwest strongly recommends that
you contact your security organization for more information about your security
alarm system before you attempt to install Qwest DSL.Qwest also strongly recom-
mends that you contact your security organization after installing Qwest DSL to
have them conduct a test of your alarm system.
Automatic Water Meter
If your home or office has an automatic water meter that uses the same phone line
as the Qwest DSL Gateway, you must put a DSL Phone Filter on the water meter.
Call your water company for help when installing the DSL Phone Filter on your
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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.
☞Note:The following procedures are for U.S.installations only.
Connecting Via Ethernet
1. Insert the Installation CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The
Installaton Buddy will start automatically. Wait until the following screen
appears, read the onscreen instructions, then click Next.
3. Read the instructions, select First Computer by clicking on the proper check
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5. Read the onscreen instructions regarding the terms and agreements of the
rental contract, click in the white circle next to I accept this agreement,then
click Next.
6. Click the check box next to Ethernet (Recommended),then click Next.
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8. Read the onscreen information concerning home security alarms, then click
Next.
9. Read the additional onscreen information about home security alarms, then
click Next.
10. Read the onscreen information regarding automatic water meters, then click
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11. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer on
included in the kit, then click Next.
12. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next.
13. Get the Power cord from the black bag and plug the smaller end into the
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14. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet,then click Next.
15. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green,
then click Next.
16. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into a Ye l l o w
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17. 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.
18. Make sure one of the Ethernet lights on the front of the Gateway glows solid
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19. Get the black or green DSL cable from the kit and plug one end into the
black Line port on the rear panel of the Gateway. Click Next.
20. Plug the other end of the black or green DSL cable into the phone jack clos-
est to the computer. Click Next.
21. Make sure the Internet light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green.
Click Next.
The Gateway is connected to a computer via Ethernet. Next, install the filters as
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Connecting Via USB
1. Insert the Installation CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The
Installaton Buddy will start automatically. Wait until the following screen
appears, read the onscreen instructions, then click Next.
3. Read the instructions, select First Computer by clicking on the proper check
box, then click Next.
5. Read the onscreen instructions regarding the terms and agreements of the
rental contract, click in the white circle next to I accept this agreement,then
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6. Click the check box next to USB,then click Next.
7. Get the Welcom e letter (or ISP Wor ksheet) provided by the ISP.Click Next.
8. Read the onscreen information concerning home security alarms, then click
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9. Read the additional onscreen information about home security alarms, then
click Next.
10. Read the onscreen information regarding automatic water meters, then click
Next.
11. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer are
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12. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next.
13. Get the Power bord from the black bag and plug the smaller end into the
black Power port on the rear panel of the Gateway, then click Next.
14. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet,then click Next.