ActionTec GT701D User manual

DSL Modem
Model #: GT701D
User Manual
Ver 1.0
Solutions for the Digital Life™

Table of Contents
1 Introduction 1
Minimum System Requirements 1
Features 2
Getting to Know the Modem 3
2 Performing a Quick Setup 7
Accessing Quick Setup Screens 7
Changing the Password 9
3 Viewing the Modem’s Status 11
Broadband Connection Status 11
Network Status 14
4 Configuring Advanced Setup Options 15
Accessing the Advanced Setup Options 15
DSL Settings 17
DHCP Settings 18
LAN IP Address 20
WAN IP Address 21
QoS Settings Upstream 23
QoS Settings Downstream 25
QoS Status 26
Remote Management 26
Telnet Timeout Setting 27
Dynamic Routing 28
Static Routing 28
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) 29
Time Zone 29
Remote Syslog Capture 30
5 Configuring Security Settings 31
Accessing Wired Security Screens 31
Admin User Name and Password 32
Firewall 33
Port Forwarding 37
DMZ Hosting 39
NAT (Network Address Translation) 40
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6 Configuring Internet Access Controls 41
Accessing Internet Access Control Screens 41
Services Blocking 42
Website Blocking 43
Schedule Rules 44
7 Configuring the Modem’s Utilities 47
Accessing the Utilities Screens 47
Restore Default Settings 49
Upgrade Firmware 49
Web Activity Log 50
System Log 51
OAM Ping Test 52
Ping Test 52
Reboot 53
8 Troubleshooting 55
Troubleshooting 55
Frequently Asked Questions 57
A Specifications 61
General 61
LED Indicators 62
Environmental 62
B Setting up Static IPon a Computer 63
Windows 2000 63
Windows XP 68
Windows Vista 71
C Service Acronyms 75
Service Acronym Definitions 75
D Glossary 79
Notices 83
Regulatory Compliance Notices 83
Modifications 83
Limited Warranty 85

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec 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 DSL Modem is sure to be one of the keys to
your success.
Minimum System Requirements
tActive DSL service
tComputer with a 10 Mbps or 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection
tMicrosoft Windows 2000, XP, Vista
Mac OS 7.1+, 8.0+, 9.0+, OS X+
tInternet Explorer 4.0 or higher (5.x+ recommended) or Netscape Navigator
4.0 or higher (4.7+ recommended)
tTCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer
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tADSL WAN port (RJ-11)
tFull-rate ANSI T1.413 Issue 2, ITU G.992.1(G.dmt) and G.992.2(G.lite)
standard compliance
tAuto-handshake for different ADSL services
tBridged Ethernet over ATM, PPP over ATM, PPP over Ethernet
tPrecise ATM traffic shaping
tIP packet routing and transparent bridge
tRIP-1, RIP-2, and static routing protocol support
tBuilt-in NAT, DHCP server
tDNS relay support
tPAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet
tIEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard compliance
t10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (4)
tFast Ethernet flow control support
tWeb-based configuration setup
tFTP firmware upgradeable
tWeb download support

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Getting to Know the Modem
This section contains a quick description of the Modem’s lights, ports, etc.
The Modem has 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 four lights: Power, DSL, Internet, and
Ethernet.
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 is rapidly flashing, the Modem is initializing. If the Power light glows
red when the Power cord is plugged in, the Modem has suffered a critical error
and technical support should be contacted.
DSL Light
The DSL light illuminates when the Modem is connected to a DSL line and the
unit is able to synchronize to the DSL signal from the ISP. When it flashes, the
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Internet Light
When the Internet light glows steadily, the Modem is connected to the
DSL provider.
Ethernet Light
The Ethernet light illuminates when the Modem is connected to a computer via
its yellow Ethernet port.
Rear Panel
The rear panel of the Modem features three ports (DSL, Ethernet, and Power), as
well as a Reset switch.
Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port is used to connect a computer to the Modem via Ethernet
cable. The Ethernet port is a 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing port, and either a
straight-through or crossover Ethernet cable can be used when connecting to
the port.
DSL Port
The DSL port is used to connect the Modem to a DSL (Digital Subcriber Line)
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Reset Switch
Depressing the Reset switch restores the Modem’s factory default settings. To
reset the Modem, depress and hold the Reset switch for five to seven seconds.
The reset process will start after releasing the switch, during which the Power
light will turn from green to orange.
USB Port
The USB port is used to connect a computer to the Modem via USB cable.
Power Port
The Power port is used to connect the Power cord to the Modem.
MWarning:Do not unplug the Power cord from the Modem dur-
ing the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent damage
to the Modem.
Power Switch
The Power switch is used to power the Modem on and off.

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Performing a
Quick Setup
This chapter is a guide through a quick set up of the Modem, including how to
connect the Modem to the ISP.
To complete the quick setup, have the Welcome Letter or ISP Worksheet handy. If
the document is not available, contact the ISP immediately.
Accessing Quick Setup Screens
To access the Quick Setup screens:
1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type:
http://192.168.0.1
then press Enter on the keyboard.
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2. Another screen appears. Click Manual Setup for Internet Access.
3. Follow the instructions in the“Welcome to the Quick Setup”screen,then clickNext.
4. At the top of the next window, select the type of connection used by the ISP.
4a. If PPPoA or PPPoE was selected in step 4, the default user name and pass-
word are entered in the appropriate text boxes.
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5. Click Apply at the bottom of the screen.
6. Read the instructions on the next screen. The Modem is successfully
configured.
The Power light flashes rapidly while the Modem restarts, then glows steadily
green when fully operational. The Internet light will also glow steadily green. The
Modem is now configured and users can start surfing the Internet.
If an error appears, stating the Web browser was unable to connect to the Internet,
check the configuration settings. Ensure all the information required by the ISP is
entered correctly.
Changing the Password
To create or change the password allowing access to the Modem’s Web
Configuration screens, follow these instructions:
1. From the “Home” screen, select Security.
2. The “Security” screen appears. Select “Admin User Name and Password.”
3. The “Change Admin Username/Password” screen appears. Enter a new
Username in the “Admin User Name” text boxt, then enter a new password in
the “Admin Password” text box. Make sure to write down the user name and
password and keep it in a secure location. They will be needed to access the
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4. Click Apply at the bottom of the screen.
5. Read the instructions on the next screen. The user name and password are
successfully changed.
Once the Modem has rebooted, the new user name and password are active. To
access the Modem’s Web Configuration screens, the new user name and password
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Viewing the
Modem’s Status
After configuring the Modem, the Modem’s connection and network status can be
viewed. The Internet connection status is viewed in the “Broadband Connection
Status” screen, while the network status is viewed in the “My Network” screen.
Broadband Connection Status
To view the Modem’s connection statistics, select Status from the strip of icons at
the top of any Gatetway GUI screen. The “Broadband Connection Status” screen
appears. There are three sections in this screen: General Statistics, PPP Status, and
DSL Status.
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Note: No settings (other than connecting or disconnecting from
the Internet by clicking on Connect or Disconnect) can be
changed from the Broadband Connection Status screen.
General Statistics
The top section of the Broadband Connection Status screen displays general statis-
tics regarding the Modem, including model number, firmware version, IP address,
and gateway IP address.
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PPP Status
The middle section of the Broadband Connection Status screen displays the status
of the Modem’s PPP connection, including user name, authentication failures, and
packets sent and received.
DSL Status
The bottom section of the Broadband Connection Status screen displays the status
of the Modem’s DSL connection, including mode settings, connection status, and
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In the menu on the left side of the Broadband Connection Status screen, there are
two other options available to view: NAT Table and Routing Table. Click to gen-
erate the option of choice.
NAT Table
Selecting NAT Table generates the “NAT Table” screen. This screen displays an overview
of the current list of open connections through NAT (Network Address Translation) the
Modem supports between the networked computers and the Internet.
Routing Table
Selecting Routing Table generates the “Routing Table” screen. This screen displays
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Network Status
To view the Modem’s network status, select My Network from the strip of icons
at the top of any Modem GUI screen. The “My Network” screen appears, listing
all devices connected to the network. From this screen, various settings can be
accessed, including Website blocking, Schedule Rules, and Enable Application.
To view the network status of a particular device, click View Device Details for
the device. An overview of the device’s network status appears.

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Configuring Advanced
Setup Options
This chapter explains how to configure the Modem’s advanced setup options, such
as Remote Management, DHCP settings, and Quality of Service (QoS).
Accessing the Advanced Setup Options
To access the “Advanced Setup” options, follow these instructions:
1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type:
http://192.168.0.1
then press Enter on the keyboard.
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2. The Main screen appears. Click Advanced Setup.
3. A login window appears. Enter the user name and password in the appropri-
ate text boxes, then click OK.
☞Note: The default user name is “admin.” The default password is
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4. The “Advanced Setup” screen appears. To modify a specific configuration, click on
its name in the menu bar on the left, or from the list in the middle of the screen.
DSL Settings
To access DSL Settings, select DSL Settings from the “Advanced Setup” screen. The
Modem’s VPI, VCI, Mode, and QoS (Quality of Service) settings can be changed
from this screen. We recommend not changing these values without first consult-
ing the ISP.