ActionTec GT701 User manual

Solutions for the Digital Life™
User Manual
USB/Ethernet
DSL Modem
Model #: GT701
Firmware #: GT3.0.1.0.5.1

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 1
Package Contents 1
Minimum System Requirements 2
Features 2
Getting to Know the Modem 3
2 Setting Up the Modem 7
Connecting a Computer to the Modem 7
Installing Phone Filters 21
Setting Up the DSL Connection 26
3 Performing a Basic Setup 29
Basic Setup 29
Changing the Admin User Name and Password 32
4 Using Advanced Setup 33
Accessing Advanced Setup 33
WAN IP Address 34
LAN IP Address 39
DHCP Server 40
Services Blocking 42
Website Blocking 43
Remote Management 44
Port Forwarding 44
DMZ Hosting 46
Firewall 46
Dynamic Routing 47
NAT (Network Address Translation) 47
Static Routing 48
5 Viewing the Modem’s Settings 49
Status 49
Routing Table 51
WAN Status 51
LAN Status 52
Active User List 52
6 Using Utilities 53
Web Activity Log 53
DSL Settings 54
Restore Default Settings 54
Upgrade Firmware 55
7 Troubleshooting 57
Troubleshooting 57
Frequently Asked Questions 58

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A Reference 63
Locating Computer Information 63
Locating Windows Operating System Files 64
B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 67
Windows 98 SE 67
Windows Me 70
Windows 2000 73
Windows XP 77
C Computer Security 81
Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem 81
Modem Security 82
Computer Security 82
Electronic Security 83
D Specifications 85
General 85
LED Indicators 86
Environmental 86
E Glossary 87
F Firewall Security Level Services Table 91
High Security Level 91
Medium Security Level 92
Low Security Level 92
Basic Security Level 93
Service Acronym Definitions 93
G Non-Windows System Setup 95
Classic 95
OS X 97
H Installation Buddy Settings 99
Notices 101
Regulatory Compliance Notices 101
Modifications 101
Miscellaneous Legal Notices 102
Limited Warranty 103
Index 107

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem. The Modem
is the simplest way to connect computers to a high-speed broadband connection.
This easy-to-use product is perfect for the home office or small business. If you
want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL
Modem is sure to be one of the keys to your success.
Package Contents
s Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem
s Black bag (includes Power cord and gray DSL cable)
s Phone filters
s Yellow (Ethernet) cable
s Blue (USB) cable
s Installation CD
s Quick start guide
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Minimum System Requirements
s Active DSL service
s Computer with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection, or USB connection
☞ Note: USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows
95, Windows NT 4.0, and Mac OS.
s Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Windows Millennium Edition
(Me), Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows 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)
s TCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer
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
s Routing protocol supports RIP-1, RIP-2, static routing
s Built-in NAT, DHCP server
s DNS relay support
s PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet

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s Compliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard
s 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port
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
Getting to Know the Modem
This section contains a quick description of the Modem’s lights, ports, etc.
The Modem contains several indicator lights (LEDs) on its front panel and a series
of ports on its rear panel.
Front Panel
The front panel of the Modem features five lights (or LEDs): Power, DSL, Internet,
Ethernet, and USB.
Power
DSL
Internet
Ethernet
USB
Power
DSL InternetEthernetUSB
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Power Light
The Power light displays the Modem’s current status. If the Power light glows
steadily green, the Modem is receiving power and fully operational. When the
Power light flashes rapidly, the Modem is initializing. If the Power light is not
illuminated when the Power cord is plugged in, the Modem has suffered a criti-
cal error and technical support should be contacted.
DSL Light
The DSL light illuminates when the Modem is connected to a DSL line.
Internet Light
When the Internet light glows steadily, the Modem is connected to the DSL
provider. When it flashes, the Modem’s built-in DSL modem is training for
DSL service. When it glows red, the Modem failed to connect to the Internet.
Ethernet Light
The Ethernet light illuminates when the Modem is connected via its
Ethernet port.
USB Light
The USB light illuminates when the Modem is connected via its USB port.

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Rear Panel
The rear panel of the Modem contains four ports (Phone, USB, Ethernet, and
Power), as well as an On/Off switch and Reset button.
Power
Reset
Phone
USB
Ethernet
Black Power Cord
(from black Power
port to Power Outlet)
Yellow Ethernet Cable
(from yellow Ethernet
port to Computer)
Blue USB Cable
(from blue USB
port to Computer)
Gray DSL Cable
(from gray Phone
port to Phone Jack)
Phone Port
The Phone port is used to connect the Modem to a phone jack.
USB Port
The USB port is used to connect a computer to the Modem via USB cable.
Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port is used to connect a computer to the Modem via Ethernet
cable. The Ethernet port is a 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing port, and either a straight-
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On/Off Switch
The On/Off switch controls power to the Modem. When the top of the switch is
depressed, the Modem is powered off. When the bottom of the switch is depressed,
the Modem is powered on (assuming the Power cord is correctly connected).
N Warning: Do not power down the Modem using the On/Off
switch during the reset process. Doing so may result in perma-
nent damage to the Modem.
Reset Button
Depressing the Reset button for one or two seconds will power cycle the Modem
(similar to unplugging and then plugging in the Modem’s Power cord). To
restore the Modem’s factory default settings, depress and hold the Reset button
for approximately 15 seconds. The reset process will start about 10 seconds after
releasing the switch.
Power Port
The Power port is used to connect the Power cord to the Modem.
N Warning: Do not unplug the Power cord from the Modem’s
Power port during the reset process. Doing so may result in per-
manent damage to the Modem.

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Setting Up
the Modem
The instructions that follow in this chapter parallel the steps contained in the
Actiontec Installation Buddy®, which provides a visual, step-by-step guide to setting
up the Modem. It is recommended the user run the Installation Buddy first, before
attempting any other procedures.
If your Internet Service Provider (ISP) provided a welcome letter or worksheet
containing information needed to complete the installation, have it available. If this
document was not received, contact the ISP to get the needed information.
☞ Note: The following procedures are for US installations. If you
live in the UK or another country, the procedures will be slightly
different.
Connecting a Computer to the Modem
Connecting a computer to the Modem involves three steps: initial setup, plugging
in the power cord, and connecting the Modem to the computer and phone jack.
Connecting Via Ethernet
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The
Installation Buddy starts automatically. Wait until the following screen
appears, read the on-screen instructions, select the country in which you live
by clicking in the appropriate check box, then click Next.
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2. Read the instructions, consult the ISP’s documentation, and select the appro-
priate letter by clicking in its check box, then click Next.
☞ Note: For more details regarding these settings, see Appendix H
on page 99.
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4. Make sure the items needed to connect the Modem to the first computer are
included in the kit, then click Next.
5. Get the Modem from the kit, then click Next.

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6. Get the Power cord from the kit and plug the smaller end into the black
Power port on the rear panel of the Modem, then click Next.
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8. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Modem glows solid green, then
click Next.
9. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into the yellow
Ethernet port on the back of the Modem, then click Next.

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10. 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.
11. Make sure the Ethernet light on the front of the Modem glows solid green.
Click Next.

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12. Get the gray or black DSL cable from the kit and plug one end into the gray
Phone port on the rear panel of the Modem. Click Next.
13. Plug the other end of the gray or black DSL cable into the phone jack clos-
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14. Make sure the the Power, DSL, and Ethernet lights on the Modem glow
solid green (it may take a few moments). Click Next.
The Modem is connected to a computer via Ethernet. Next, install the phone filters
as described in “Installing Phone Filters” on page 21.
Connecting Via USB
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The
Installation Buddy starts automatically. Wait until the following screen
appears, read the on-screen instructions, select the country in which you live
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2. Read the instructions, consult the ISP’s documentation, and select the appropri-
ate letter by clicking in its check box, then click Next.
☞ Note: For more details regarding these settings, see Appendix H
on page 99.
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4. Make sure the items needed to connect the Modem to the first computer are
included in the kit, then click Next.
5. Get the Modem from the kit, then click Next.

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6. Get the Power cord from the kit and plug the smaller end into the black
Power port on the rear panel of the Modem, then click Next.
7. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then click Next.