54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway Model #: GT701WG Firmware version: 3.0.1.0.5-GT701-WG IB: 2.12.04.230 User Manual Solutions for the Digital LifeTM Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know the Gateway 1 1 2 2 4 2 Setting Up the Gateway Connecting a Computer to the Gateway Installing Phone Filters Setting Up the DSL Connection 7 7 22 28 3 Performing a Basic Setup Basic Setup Changing the Admin User Name and Password 33 33 36 4 Using Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address Wireless Settings Wireless MAC Authentication Wireless Advanced Settings LAN IP Address DHCP Server Services Blocking Website Blocking Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall Dynamic Routing NAT (Network Address Translation) Static Routing UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) 37 37 39 44 47 48 49 49 51 52 53 54 55 56 56 57 57 58 5 Viewing the Gateway's Settings Status Routing Table WAN Status LAN Status Active User List 59 59 61 61 62 62 6 Using Utilities Web Activity Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware i 63 63 64 64 65 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 7 Setting Up a Network Ethernet USB Wireless 67 67 72 77 8 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions 81 81 82 A Reference Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files 87 87 88 B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP 91 91 94 97 101 C Computer Security Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Gateway Security Computer Security Electronic Security 107 107 108 108 109 D Specifications General Wireless Operating Range LED Indicators Environmental 111 111 112 112 112 E Glossary F Firewall Security Level Services Table High Security Level Medium Security Level Low Security Level Basic Security Level Service Acronym Definitions 113 117 117 118 118 119 119 G Non-Windows System Setup Classic OS X 121 121 123 H Installation Buddy Settings Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Modifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices 125 127 127 127 128 Limited Warranty 129 ii Introduction 1 Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless 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 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success. Package Contents s s s s s s s Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway Black bag (includes Power cord and green DSL cable) Phone filters Yellow (Ethernet) cable Purple (USB) cable Installation CD Quick start guide 1 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Minimum System Requirements s s s Active DSL service Computer with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection, or USB connection Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Windows Millennium Edition (Me), Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Mac OS 7.1 and above Note: USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 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) TCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer s Features s Plug-and-Play installation support for systems with Windows operating systems (98, 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP) ADSL WAN port (RJ-11) s s Compliant with full-rate ANSI T1.413 Issue 2, ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) and G.992.2 (G.lite) standard Auto-handshake for different ADSL flavors USB 1.1 device specification compliance s s s s s s s s 11 Mbps USB data rate (full speed) Bridged Ethernet over ATM, PPP over ATM, PPP over Ethernet Precise ATM traffic shaping IP packet routing and transparent bridge Routing protocol supports RIP-1, RIP-2, static routing Built-in NAT, DHCP server 2 Chapter 1 Introduction s s s s s s s s s s s DNS relay support PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet 64-, 128-, and 256-bit WEP/WPA wireless LAN security Compliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port Flow control support for Fast Ethernet Web-based configuration setup Default configuration backup restore FTP firmware upgradeable Web download support 802.11b/g support 3 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 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 six lights: Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet, USB, and Wireless. r Powe DSL et Intern Ethern B et US Wireles s Powe r DSL Interne rnet t Ethe USB les Wire s 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, the Gateway has suffered a critical error and technical support should be contacted. DSL Light The DSL light illuminates when the Gateway is connected to a DSL line. 4 Chapter 1 Introduction 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 DSL service. Ethernet Light The Ethernet light illuminates when the Gateway is connected via its Ethernet port. USB Light The USB light illuminates when the Gateway is connected via its USB port. Wireless Light The Wireless light illuminates when the Gateway is connected wirelessly. Rear Panel The rear panel of the Gateway contains five ports (Line, Phone, USB, Ethernet, and Power), as well as a Reset switch. Power Reset Ethernet USB Phone Line Line Port The Line port is used to connect the Gateway to a DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) connection. 5 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Phone Port The Phone port is used to connect the Gateway to a telephone. USB Port The USB port is used to connect a computer to the Gateway via USB cable. Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is used to connect a computer to the Gateway 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. 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 10 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's Power port during the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent damage to the Gateway. 6 Setting Up the Gateway 2 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 67). 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. 7 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 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 (as designated by the ISP) from the options in the next window, then click Next. If United Kingdom or Other Country was selected, go directly to step 4. 8 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 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. 9 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 6. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next. 7. Get the Power cord from the Black Bag and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Gateway, then click Next. 10 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 8. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then click Next. 9. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green, then click Next. 11 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 10. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next. 11. 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. 12 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 12. Make sure the Ethernet light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next. 13. Get the green DSL cable from the Black Bag and plug one end into the green Line port on the rear panel of the Gateway. Click Next. 13 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 14. Plug the other end of the green DSL cable into the phone jack closest to the computer. Click Next. 15. Make sure the the DSL light on the Gateway glows solid green (it may take a few moments). Click Next. The Gateway is connected to a computer via Ethernet. Next, install the filters as described in "Installing Filters" on page 22. 14 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 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 by clicking in the appropriate check box, then click Next. 2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click Next. 15 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3. If USA was chosen in step 1, select the appropriate letter (as designated by the ISP) from the options in the next window, then click Next. If United Kingdom or Other Country was selected, go directly to step 4. 4. Click in the check box next to USB, then click Next. 16 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 5. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer are included in the kit, then click Next. 6. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next. 17 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 7. Get the Power cord from the Black Bag and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Gateway, then click Next. 8. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then click Next. 18 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 9. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green, then click Next. 10. Get the purple USB cable from the kit and plug the square end into the purple USB port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next. 19 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 11. Plug the thin, rectangular end of the purple USB cable into a USB port on the front or back of the computer. Click Next. 12. Make sure the USB light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next. 20 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 13. Get the green DSL cable from the Black Bag and plug one end into the green Line port on the rear panel of the Gateway. Click Next. 14. Plug the other end of the green DSL cable into the phone jack closest to the computer. Click Next. 21 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 15. Make sure the the DSL light on the Gateway glows solid green (it may take a few moments). Click Next. The Gateway is connected to a computer via USB. Next, install the filters as described in "Installing Filters," below. Installing Phone Filters Phone filters allow the use of the telephone while online. All telephones and other devices (answering machines, fax machines, etc.) using the same phone line (i.e., using the same phone number) as the DSL line must have a phone filter installed. To install a phone filter: 1. Read the on-screen information, get the phone filters, the ...