USB/Ethernet DSL Modem Model #: GT701 User Manual Solutions for the Digital LifeTM Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know the Modem 1 1 2 2 3 2 Setting Up the Modem Connecting a Computer to the Modem Installing Phone Filters Setting Up the DSL Connection 7 7 21 26 3 Performing a Basic Setup Basic Setup Changing the Admin User Name and Password 29 29 32 4 Using Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced Setup WAN IP Address LAN IP Address DHCP Server Services Blocking Website Blocking Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting Firewall Dynamic Routing NAT (Network Address Translation) Static Routing 33 33 34 39 40 42 43 44 44 46 46 47 47 48 5 Viewing the Modem's Settings Status Routing Table WAN Status LAN Status Active User List 49 49 51 51 52 52 6 Using Utilities Web Activity Log DSL Settings Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware 53 53 54 54 55 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions 57 57 58 i Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual A Reference Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files 63 63 64 B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP 67 67 70 73 77 C Computer Security Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Modem Security Computer Security Electronic Security 81 81 82 82 83 D Specifications General LED Indicators Environmental 85 85 86 86 E Glossary F Firewall Security Level Services Table High Security Level Medium Security Level Low Security Level Basic Security Level Service Acronym Definitions 87 91 91 92 92 93 93 G Non-Windows System Setup Classic OS X 95 95 97 H Installation Buddy Settings Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Modifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices 99 101 101 101 102 Limited Warranty Index 103 107 ii Introduction 1 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 s s s s s s Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem Black bag (includes Power cord and gray DSL cable) Phone filters Yellow (Ethernet) cable Blue (USB) cable Installation CD Quick start guide 1 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Minimum System Requirements s s Active DSL service 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 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 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 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 DNS relay support PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet 2 Chapter 1 Introduction s s s s s s s 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 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. DSL Modem USB/Ethernet Powe r DSL et Intern Ethern B et US Powe r DSL Intern USB hernet et Et 3 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 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 critical 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. 4 Chapter 1 Introduction 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 Ethernet USB Reset Phone Gray DSL Cable (from gray Phone port to Phone Jack) Blue USB Cable (from blue USB port to Computer) Yellow Ethernet Cable (from yellow Ethernet port to Computer) Black Power Cord (from black Power port to Power Outlet) 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 straightthrough or crossover Ethernet cable can be used when connecting to the port. 5 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 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 permanent 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 permanent damage to the Modem. 6 Setting Up the Modem 2 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. 7 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 2. Read the instructions, consult the ISP's documentation, and select the appropriate letter by clicking in its check box, then click Next. Note: For more details regarding these settings, see Appendix H on page 99. 3. Click in the check box next to Ethernet (Recommended), then click Next. 8 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 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. 9 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 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. 10 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 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. 11 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 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. 12 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 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 closest to the computer. Click Next. 13 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 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 by clicking in the appropriate check box, then click Next. 14 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 2. Read the instructions, consult the ISP's documentation, and select the appropriate letter by clicking in its check box, then click Next. Note: For more details regarding these settings, see Appendix H on page 99. 3. Click in the check box next to USB, then click Next. 15 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 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. 16 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 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. 17 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 8. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Modem glows solid green, then click Next. 9. Get the blue USB cable from the kit and plug the square end into the blue USB port on the back of the Modem, then click Next. 18 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 10. Plug the rectangular end of the blue USB cable into a USB port on the front or back of the computer. Click Next. 11. Make sure the USB light on the front of the Modem glows solid green. Click Next. 19 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 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 closest to the computer. Click Next. 20 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 14. Make sure the the Power, DSL, and USB lights on the Modem glow solid green (it may take a few moments). Click Next. The Modem is connected to a computer via USB. Next, install the phone filters as described in "Installing Phone Filters," below. Installing Phone Filters Phone filters allow the use of the telephone or other online devices while online. All devices (telephones, 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 phone filters: 1. Read the on-screen information, get the phone filters, then click Next. 21 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 2. Read the on-screen information, then unplug the phone cords of all telephones and other devices from their respective phone jacks. Click Next. 3. Remove the phone filters from the clear bag. Click Next. M Caution: Do not unplug the gray or black DSL cable from the phone jack near your computer. 22 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 4. Plug a phone filter into every phone jack with a telephone or other device connected to it. Click Next. M Caution: Do not plug a phone filter in the phone jack in which the gray or black DSL cable is plugged. 5. Plug the ends of the phone cords disconnected in step 2 into the phone filters plugged into phone jacks. Click Next. 23 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 6. The Modem should be connected similarly to the on-screen picture, depending on whether the computer was connected via Ethernet or USB. Ethernet: USB: Click Next. 24 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 7. Make sure the Power, Internet, and Ethernet or USB lights are solid green. Ethernet: USB: Next, go to "Setting Up the DSL Connection" on the next page. 25 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Setting Up the DSL Connection After connecting the Modem and installing phone filters, the DSL connection must be configured. To do this: 1. Enter the user name and password in the appropriate text boxes (or click the check box next to "My ISP does not require this information."), then click Next. 2. Select the appropriate IP type. This information should be available from the ISP. When finished, click Next. If Static IP is selected, go to step 3. If Dynamic IP (DHCP) is selected, got to step 5. 26 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 3. Select the type of static IP address received from the ISP (Single or Block), then click Next. 4. In the next window, enter the IP Address, Subnet, Modem, DNS 1, and DNS 2 information (if applicable) in the appropriate text boxes. This information should be available in the ISP. When finished, click Next and go to step 5. 27 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 5. The Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Modem. 6. When the configuration is complete, a series of "Congratulations" screens appear. Read the on-screen information, then click through the next few screens, then click Finish in the last screen to exit the Installation Buddy. The Modem is successfully configured and ready for use. 28 Performing a Basic Setup 3 This chapter is a guide through a basic setup of the Modem for those users who did NOT use the Actiontec Installation Buddy® to setup the Modem. It includes instructions on how to connect the Modem to the ISP and changing the admin user name and password. To complete a basic setup, the user will need information provided by the ISP. This information is sometimes contained in a welcome letter or ISP worksheet. If this document is not available, contact the ISP immediately and request one. Basic Setup you already up the Note: If(as described setChapterModem using the Installationon Buddy in 2, "Setting Up the Modem," page 7), the settings described in this section have already been configured. Continue to chapter 4, "Using Advanced Setup" on page 33, to configure the advanced settings of the Modem. 1. Open a 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. 29 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. Follow the instructions in the "Set Up/Configuration" screen, then click Begin Basic Setup. 4. In the next screen, follow the on-screen instructions, then click Next. 5. In the next screen, select the type of connection provided by the ISP by clicking in the circle next to PPPoE or PPPoA. This information should be provided by the ISP. 30 Chapter 3 Performing a Basic Setup 6. Enter the User Name and Password provided by the ISP in the "DSL Broadband Connection - PPP" screen. Click Next. 7. Click Save and Restart in the "Save and Restart" screen. 8. The "Congratulations" screen appears. 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 Web. If an error stating the Web browser was unable to connect to the Internet appears, check the configuration settings. Ensure all the information required by the ISP is entered correctly. 31 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Changing the Admin User Name and Password To create or change the admin user name and password, controlling access to the Modem's Web Configuration screens, follow these instructions: 1. From the Setup/Configuration screen, select Admin Username/Password from the menu on the left side. 2. The "Change Admin Username/Password" screen appears. Enter a new user name (optional) in the "New Username" text box, then a password in the "New Password" text box. Re-enter the password in the "Re-enter New Password" text box. Make sure to write the user name and password down and keep them in a secure location. They will be needed to access to the Modem's Web Configurations screens in the future. 3. Click "Save and Restart" at the bottom of the screen. 4. The "Save and Restart" page appears. Click "Save and Restart" to save the settings changed in the Change Admin Username/Password screen. Once the Modem has rebooted, the password is active. To access the Modem's Web Configuration screens, the admin username and password must be entered. 32 Using Advanced Setup 4 # This chapter contains information concerning the advanced setup features of the Modem, such as network settings, remote management, and Web site blocking. Accessing Advanced Setup To access the Advanced Settings configuration screens: 1. Open a 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. In the "Set Up/Configuration" screen, read the instructions, then select Advanced Setup from the menu on the left side. 33 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 4. In the next screen, read the recommendations. To perform an advanced setup on the Modem, click Begin Advanced Setup. 5. The "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen appears. To check all the settings, or if unsure of which settings to modify, select Next. To modify a specific configuration, click on its name in the menu bar on the left. save changes the Advanced Setup Note: Toclick Save andmade inatany ofbottom of the gray menu screens, Restart the on the left side of the screen. WAN IP Address Selecting WAN IP Address in the "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen generates the "WAN IP Address" screen. WAN IP Address allows manual set up of the IP address of the Modem. There are five ways to do this: Transparent Bridging, Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE, Obtain an IP Address Through PPPoA, Obtain an IP Address through DHCP, and Specify a Static IP Address. 34 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup com Note: Some withproviders useOther types of to establish Internet munication an end user. broadband DSL PPPoE/PPPoA connections (such as fixed point wireless) may use either DHCP or static IP address. If unsure about which connection is present, check with the Internet Service Provider (ISP) before continuing. After selecting a connection type, click Next to continue configuring the connection. Transparent Bridging Select this option to use the Modem as a transparent bridge. This option should only be used if the Modem is being used to connect only one computer to the Internet via a DSL connection. When the Modem is being used as a transparent bridge, it does not provide any firewall security. 35 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA Select one of these options to allow the Modem to use the Point-to-Point over Ethernet (PPPoE) or Point-to-Point over ATM (PPPoA) protocol. "Broadband Connection via PPPoE" screen: "Broadband Connection via PPPoA" screen: If a User Name, Password and/or Static IP was entered in the Installation Buddy, it should be displayed in the "Broadband Connection via PPPoE/PPPoA" screen. If not, enter the information now. If the information is unavailable, contact the ISP. PPP Auto Connect If PPP auto connect is activated (by clicking in the appropriate check box), the Modem will attempt to automatically redial the PPP connection if it is dropped or disconnected during an online session. Actiontec recommends activating PPP Auto Connect. 36 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Encapsulation (PPPoA only) Select one of the encapsulation options, based on information received from the ISP. Obtain an IP Through DHCP Select this option if the IP service is configured to use RFC 1483 Bridged or Routed (used for configurations without a static IP assigned by an ISP). In this mode, the Modem will query the ISP to receive the IP address and routing information, which will terminate at the Modem, as opposed to the IP address and routing information being bridged to terminate at the computer. This allows the use of the router capabilities for the Local Area Network (LAN). Some ISPs need to authenticate their end users with a Host Name and/or Domain Name. If this is the case, check with the ISP for a host name and domain name and enter them in the appropriate text boxes in the "Broadband Connection via DHCP" screen. If the ISP does not require these settings, leave the text boxes blank. Note: Contact the ISP if unsure of the proper configuration. 37 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Specify a Static IP Address Select this option if the ISP service is configured to use RFC 1483 Bridged or Routed using a static IP Address. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Modem Address provided by the ISP in the "Broadband Connection via Static IP Address" screen, which causes the IP address and routing information to terminate at the Modem, as opposed to the IP address and routing information being bridged to terminate at the computer. This allows the use of the router capabilities for the Local Area Network (LAN). Note: Contact the Encapsulation ISP if unsure of the proper configuration. If the Modem is configured to obtain an IP address through DHCP or to specify a static IP address, select the appropriate encapsulation option used by the ISP (RFC 1483 Bridged or RFC 1483 Routed). Note: Contact the ISP if unsure of the proper configuration. Unnumbered Mode/VIP Mode If a block of public static IP addresses was purchased from the ISP, select Unnumbered Mode by clicking in the appropriate check box. Then, enter the IP Address and Subnet Mask in the "Modem Address" and "Unnumbered Subnet Mask" text boxes below the "Unnumbered IP Address." Click Next, then click Save and Restart to make all changes permanent. 38 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup The Unnumbered Mode feature automatically configures the appropriate IP routing for the IP Address block. The IP route will bypass NAT, enabling the public IPs to be routed WAN-to-LAN, as well as LAN-to-WAN. Address Note: Thepurchasing ainformation should be obtained from the when block of public static address. Contact IP ISP IP the ISP if this information was not received. VIP Mode - This feature is used in conjunction with Unnumbered Mode. When VIP Mode is activated, the Modem uses NAT for private IP addressing for the local area network (LAN), allowing both public IP addressing and private IP addressing to be configured to the LAN simultaneously, while the DHCP server is reserved for private IP addressing. All computers using public IP addresses with Unnumbered Mode must have the public IP addresses statically assigned. Enter the static IP address in the text boxes below "Unnumbered IP Address." After configuring your settings, click Next, then click Save and Restart to make all changes permanent. LAN IP Address Selecting LAN IP Address in the "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen generates the "LAN IP Address" screen. The values in the "Device IP Address" and "Device LAN Netmask" text boxes are the IP address and subnet mask of the Modem as seen on the network. These values can be modified for your LAN network, but Actiontec recommends keeping the default factory settings (IP address 192.168.0.1; subnet mask 255.255.255.0). 39 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual the address modified, the Note: IfserverModem's within the sameissubnet. For ensureinforrange is more LAN IP DHCP mation, see "DHCP Server Configuration." After changing settings, click Next or Back to continue, or Save and Restart to make all changes permanent. DHCP Server Selecting DHCP Server in the "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen generates the "DHCP Server" screen. The Modem has a built-in DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server that automatically assigns a different IP address to each computer on the network, eliminating IP address conflicts. The factory default setting is On. To disable the DHCP server, select Off. Actiontec strongly recommends leaving the DHCP Server option On. If the DHCP Server option is Off, ensure the IP addresses of the networked computers are on the same subnet as the IP address of the Modem. For more information, see "DHCP Server Configuration." 40 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup DHCP Server Configuration Clicking Next in the "DHCP Server" screen (if the DHCP server is activated) generates the "DHCP Server Configuration" screen. Change IP address range and DNS server information here. Beginning IP Address The "Beginning IP Address" is the IP address at which the DHCP server starts assigning IP addresses. Actiontec recommends keeping the factory default setting (192.168.0.2). Ending IP Address The "Ending IP Address" is the IP address at which the DHCP server stops assigning IP addresses. Actiontec recommends keeping the factory default settings (192.168.0.254). The beginning and ending IP addresses define the IP address range of the Modem. If the default values are left intact, the Modem supplies a unique IP address between 192.168.0.2 and 192.168.0.254 to each computer on the network. Note that the first three groups of numbers of the addresses are identical; this means they are on the same subnet. The IP address of the Modem must be on the same subnet as the IP address range it generates. For instance, if the Modem's IP address is changed to 10.33.222.1, set the beginning IP address to 10.33.222.2, and the ending IP address to 10.33.222.254. DNS (Dynamic or Static) These options designate the type of DNS server provided by the ISP. If the ISP provided DNS server information, select the type here. If not, leave as is. 41 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual DNS Server 1 "DNS Server 1" is the primary DNS server provided by the ISP. If the ISP provided DNS server information, enter it here. If not, leave the text box intact. DNS Server 2 "DNS Server 2" is the secondary DNS provided by the ISP. If the ISP provided secondary DNS server information, enter it here. If not, leave the text box intact. Services Blocking Selecting Services Blocking in the "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen generates the "Services Blocking" screen. To modify Internet privileges (Web, FTP, Newsgroups, etc.) for the computers on the network: 1. Enter the computer's IP address in the IP Address text box. 2. Select the Internet service(s) to be blocked. 3. Click Add to enter the computer's IP address in the "Blocked IP Address List" text box. 4. To remove blocked services, select the computer's IP address in the "Blocked IP Address List" text box and click Remove. 42 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Netmeeting If a computer on the network uses Netmeeting, enable Netmeeting by clicking the circle next to "On" and entering the IP address of the computer. Click Next, then click Save and Restart to apply the settings. If Netmeeting is not needed, click the circle next to "Off." Note: Netmeeting is used forfor Unnumberedaddressing only.aIf the computer is configured Mode and has NAT/Private IP public IP address, Netmeeting does not have to be enabled. Website Blocking Selecting Website Blocking in the "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen generates the "Website Blocking" screen. This feature enables the Modem to block Web sites to all computers on the network. To block a Web site, enter the address of the Web site in the "Website" text box and click Add. The blocked Web site address is displayed in the "Blocked Website List" text box, and will not be available to computers on the network. To remove a blocked Web site, click on it in the "Blocked Website List," then click Remove. Website Blocking supports blocking up to 50 Web sites. 43 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Remote Management Selecting Remote Management in the "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen generates the "Remote Management" screen. Remote Management allows access to the Modem through the Internet via another computer. Actiontec recommends leaving the Remote Management Off (the factory default setting). To access the Modem from the Internet, activate Remote Management by selecting On and writing down the WAN IP address of the Modem (see "WAN IP Address"). On a computer outside of the network, open a Web browser and enter the Modem's WAN IP address in the address text box. The Modem's Main Menu (or a password prompt, if a password has been set) appears in the browser window. activated, the Note: Before Remote Management can bego to the Setupadministrator password must be set. To do this, screen and select Change Admin Password. Follow the instructions in the subsequent screens (see page 32 for more details). Port Forwarding Selecting Port Forwarding in the "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen generates the "Port Forwarding" screen. Port forwarding allows certain programs to bypass the Modem's built-in firewall, allowing access to parts of the network (for hosting a Web or FTP server, for example). To use port forwarding, enter the IP port range in the "IP Port Range" text boxes. (If more than 500 ports are needed, Actiontec recommends using DMZ Hosting. See "DMZ Hosting" on page 46 for more information.) Choose the protocol type from the "Protocol" list box, then enter the IP address of the computer on the network to be used as a host. Click Add. The forwarded ports appear in the "List of Forwarded Ports" text box. 44 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup To remove forwarded ports, highlight them, then click Remove. Clicking Advanced brings up the "Advanced Port Forwarding" screen. In this screen, the user can allow only certain IP addresses to access forwarded ports. Enter the port range of the forwarded ports in the "Remote IP Port Range" text boxes, enter the IP address to be allowed access in the "Remote IP Address" text box, then click Add. The active forwarded ports will appear in the "List of Forwarded Ports" text box. To deactivate a forwarded port, select it from the "List of Forwarded Ports" text box, then click Remove. 45 Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual DMZ Hosting Selecting DMZ Hosting in the "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen generates the "DMZ Hosting" screen. To use DMZ hosting, enter the IP address of the computer on the network to be used as a DMZ host in the "DMZ Host IP Address" text box, then click On. DMZ hosting is used to support online gaming and Internet conferencing services. These programs usually require multiple open ports, making the network accessible from the Internet. DMZ hosting symbolically places the DMZ host computer outside of the Modem's network. Access to the network resources while DMZ hosting is active is blocked. Actiontec recommends activating DMZ hosting only as long as necessary. DMZ be vulnerable M Warning: The on thehost computer willDMZ mode. to computer hackers Internet while in Firewall Selecting Firewall in the "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen generates the "Firewall Security Level" screen. Select the level of security needed for the network. See Appendix F on page 91 for details concerning each level of security. 46 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Dynamic Routing Selecting Dynamic Routing in the "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen generates the "Dynamic Routing" screen. If a router or gateway is set up behind the Modem in the network configuration, consult the documentation that came with the router/gateway to see what kind of Dynamic Routing is required operate it with the Modem, then select the appropriate option in this screen. NAT (Network Address Translation) Selecting NAT in the "Configuring the Advanced Settings" screen generates the "NAT" screen. The Modem's basic firewall security is based on NAT. Disabling NAT allows the computers connected to the Modem to be accessed by outside parties. Do not turn NAT off unless instructed to do so by the ISP. 47