ActionTec Wireless-Ready User manual

User Manual
Wireless–Ready
DSL Gateway

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Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Package Contents 1
Minimum System Requirements 1
Technical Support 2
Connecting the Gateway 3
Connecting the Power and DSL Cable 3
Connecting to a Computer 5
Connecting the Phone Filters 7
Connecting Network Computers 8
Configuring the Gateway 11
Using Qwest DSL 15
Connecting to the Internet 15
Disconnecting from the Internet 15
Basic Setup 17
Basic Setup 17
Gateway Features 19
Advanced Setup 23
Accessing Advanced Setup 23
WAN IP Address 24
Wireless Settings 27
LAN IP Address 29
DHCP Server 30
Services Blocking 31
Website Blocking 32
VPN Pass Through 32
Remote Management 33
Port Forwarding 34
DMZ Hosting 34
MAC Address Cloning 35
Status 35
Utilities 37
Web Activity Log 37
DSL Settings 38
Restore Default Settings 38
Upgrade Firmware 38
Troubleshooting 41
Reference 43

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Locating Computer Information 43
Locating Windows Operating System Files 44
Wiring Information 46
Computer Security 49
Securing the Gateway and Computer 49
Specifications 53
General 53
Wireless Operating Range 54
LED Indicators 54
Environmental 55
Glossary 57
Notices 61
Regulatory Compliance Notices 61
Modifications 61
Limited Warranty 63

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec Wireless-Ready Gateway. The Gateway is
the simplest way to connect a multiple number of computers to a single 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 Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway is one of the keys to your success.
Package Contents
Four-port Actiontec Wireless-Ready DSL Gateway
Power adapter
Ethernet cable
USB cable
Installation CD
User guide and quick start guide
Warranty and registration card
Minimum System Requirements
Active DSL service
Computer with an 10 Mbps or 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection
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
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Technical Support
Actiontec Electronics prides itself on making high-quality, durable, high-perform-
ance products. If you need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is
available every day from 6 A.M. to 11 P.M. (MST) to provide professional support.
Actiontec Electronics, Inc.
760 N. Mary Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Technical Support
Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Internet: www.actiontec.com/support

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Connecting
the Gateway
The instructions that follow parallel closely with the steps contained in the Installation
Buddy, which provides a visual guide to setting up the Gateway. It is recommended
that the user run the Installation Buddy first, before attempting any other procedures.
To set up the Gateway, the user must first connect it to a computer via USB or
Ethernet cable. After connecting this first computer, other computers can be added
to the home network via USB,Ethernet, or wirelessly (see “Connecting Additional
Computers on page xx).
Connecting the Power and DSL Cable
1. Get the DSL Gateway from your DSL Quick Start Kit and take it out of the bag.
2. Get the Power Cord out of the Black Bag and plug the smaller end of the
Power Cord into the Black Port located on the back of the DSL Gateway.
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3. Confirm that the Power Light on the DSL Gateway is green.
4. Get the Phone Line Splitter out of the Black Bag.and plug the thin, rectan-
gular end of the Splitter into the Phone Jack closest to your computer
5. Get the Black DSL Cable out of the Black Bag.and plug one end of the DSL
Cable into the DSL Port located on the back of the DSL Gateway.
6. Plug the other end of the DSL Cable into one of the two ports on the Splitter
plugged into the Phone Jack closest to your computer.

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7. Confirm that the Power and Internet Lights on the DSL Gateway are solid
green.
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Note:Ifthe Internet Light continues to blink, confirm you have
received notification from your DSL Service Provider that your
DSL service is on. Otherwise, contact your DSL Service Provider
immediately.
Connecting to a Computer
There are two ways to connect the Gateway to a computer: Ethernet or USB cable.
Ethernet
1. Get the Ye l l o w C a b l e from the Ye l l o w Bag,and plug one end of the Yellow
Cable into one of the Ye l l o w Po r t s on the back of the DSL Gateway. The
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2. Plug the loose end of the Ye l l o w C a b l e into the Ethernet Port on the back of
the computer.
3. Confirm that one of the four Ethernet Network Lights on the DSL Gateway
is green (this may take a few moments).
☞
Note:Ifnone of the Ethernet Network Lights glows green,
check the Yellow Cable and ensure it has been connected prop-
erly.
USB
1. Get the Purple Cable from the Purple Bag and plug one end of the Purple
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2. Plug the loose end of the Purple Cable into the USB Port on the front or
back of your computer.
Connecting the Phone Filters
Phone filters separate the DSL signal from the voice signal on the phone line to
allow the user to talk on the phone and be online at the same time. All devices
using the same phone line (the same phone number) as the DSL connection
require phone filters, including telephones, fax machines, caller ID boxes, and
answering machines.
To install a phone filter:
1. Unplug the device (telephone, answering machine, etc.) from the phone jack.
Caution:DO NOT unplug the black DSL Line from the phone
jack near your computer.
2. Open the Clear Bag and remove the phone filters.The bag should contain
four small phone filters and one wall-mount phone filter.
If a wall-mount telephone needs a phone filter, use the wall mount phone filter.
Take the telephone off of the wall and install the wall-mount phone filter in the
phone jack, securing it with the screws (see the figure on the next page, after Step
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3. Plug a phone filter into the phone jack.
4. Plug one end of the phone cable into the phone jack and keep the other end
attached to the device.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 for every other device that shares a phone line with the DSL
connection.
Connecting Network Computers
Other computers can be connected to the Gateway to form a network. The net-
work computers can be connected to the Gateway in three ways: Ethernet, USB, or
wirelessly.
Ethernet
Use the procedure for connecting the first computer to the Gateway via Ethernet
(see “Ethernet” on page xx) to connect network computers, substituting a stan-
dard, straight-through Ethernet cable for the yellow cable. Up to four network
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USB
Use the procedure for connecting the first computer to the Gateway via USB (see
“USB” on page xx) to connect network computers, substituting a standard, USB
cable for the purple cable. Only one computer can be connected to the Gateway
via USB.
Wireless
☞Note:Computers to be added to the network wirelessly must have
wireless capabilities (PCI wireless adapter, USB wireless adapter,
etc.).
1. Insert an Actiontec Wireless Adapter PC Card into the upper slot of the Gateway’s PC
Card slots.
2. Confirm the Wireless LED is glowing solid green.
3. To connect your wireless client (computer with wireless capabilities) to the
Gateway, enter the following in the wireless client’s settings:
Network name (SSID):ACTIONTEC
Encryption:None, or disabled
Refer to the documentation that came with the wireless adapter for more
information on how to set the Network name (SSID) and encryption.
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Configuring
the Gateway
Once the Gateway has been connected to a computer, it must be configured. Use
the following procedure.
1. If you connected the DSL Gateway correctly, a “Congratulations” window
appears. Click Next.
2. The first “Actiontec Installation Buddy” window appears. Read the instruc-
tions onscreen, select the type of ISP protocol,then click Next.(If you chose
“RFC 1483,” go to Step 4.)
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3. In the next window, type in the User ID and Password.Ifthe ISP doesn’t
require this information, check the appropriate box. Click Next.
4. In the next window, select the type of Internet protocol your ISP connection
uses (Static IP or Dynamic IP [DHCP]), then click Next.(If “Dynamic IP”
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5. In the next window, type in the IP Address,Subnet,Gateway,DNS 1,and
DNS 2 addresses in their respective text boxes. Depending on your connec-
tion, you may not have to type an address in every text box.
6. The last window appears. Click Finish to exit the Installation Buddy.
The installation of the DSL Gateway is complete.

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Using Qwest DSL
Qwest DSL operates over home or business phone lines equipped with Qwest DSL
service. For this reason, the Qwest DSL connection is not portable; it can’t be
accessed while away from home or business. To connect while traveling, ask the
ISP about a dial-up account. Most Qwest DSL ISPs provide a dial-up account for
free, while others charge a minimal fee.
Qwest DSL is a highly reliable service, but it is possible to have a dial-up connec-
tion in the unlikely event that problems arise with the DSL service. Most Qwest
DSL ISPs provide a dial-up account for free. If not, there are a number of free
Internet providers whose products make great backup Internet access in the
unlikely event they are ever needed.
Connecting to the Internet
Whether connecting via Point-to-Point Protocol (PPPoE, PPPoA) or Bridging
Mode (RFC 1483), after connecting and configuring the Gateway, the Internet
connection is always on. Therefore, to connect or reconnect to the Internet, simply
turn on your computer, open the Web browser and go to the Web site of your
choice. No further set up is needed.
Disconnecting from the Internet
To disconnect from the Internet, close the Web browser. To completly disengage,
turn off the computer.
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Basic Setup
This section is a guide through a basic configuration of the Gateway, including
how to connect the Gateway to the ISP.
Basic Setup
To configure the gateway for basic operation:
1. Open the Web browser. In the address bar, enter
http://192.168.0.1
then press Enter on the keyboard.
2. The “Main Menu” screen appears. Select Setup/Configuration.
3. Follow the instructions in the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, then click Begin
Basic Setup.
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