W1000 / Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Module Model #: W1000 User Manual Version: 0.
Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know 2 Using Advanced Setup Accessing Advanced Setup Wireless Settings Wireless MAC Au thentication Wireless Advanced Settings 3 Setting Up a Network Wireless 4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions a Reference Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP c Computer Securit
1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Module W1000. This Wireless Module is used with Actiontec ADSL model M1000 series. 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 Module W1000 is sure to be one of the keys to your success.
Getting to Know This Wireless Module W1000 contains two indicator lights ( LEDs) on its front panel. Front Panel Power Light The Power light indicates power is applied. Wireless Light The Wireless light illuminates when the module is activated for wireless use.
2 Using Advanced Setup This section contains information concerning setting up the advanced features of the Gateway, such as wireless settings, remote management, and Web site blocking, using the Gateway’s Web Configurator. Accessing Advanced Setup To access the Web Configurator’s Advanced Setup screens: 1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box type: http://192.168.0.1then press Enter on the keyboard. 2. The “Main Menu” screen appears. Select Setup/Configuration. 3.
Off Selecting Off disables wireless security. Selecting this option allows any computer with wireless capability and the correct ESSID value to join the wireless network. WEP Selecting the security option “WEP ” in the Wireless Settings screen generates the “WEP Key” screen. Here, the authentication type, encryption level, and WEP keys are entered to activate WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) security encryption for the wireless network.
circle next to PSK String , then enter 8 -63 alphanumeric characters in the text box. All wireless-enabled devices must support WPA and know the PSK to join the network. Wireless MAC Authentication Selecting Wireless MAC Authentication in the “Wireless Settings” screen generates the “Wireless MAC Authentication” screen.
3 Setting Up a Network Other computers can be connected to the Gateway to form a network, which allows the computers to transfer files, communicate with each other, and share an Internet connection. The networked computers can be connected to the Gateway in three ways: Ethernet, USB, or wirelessly. Wireless To create a wireless network with the Gateway, see “Wireless Settings” on page 54 of this manual.
4 Troubleshooting This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Gateway, and techniques to solve them. Note that these techniques may not be successful in all cases. Also included is a list of frequently asked questions. Troubleshooting Cannot Use the Internet Physical Connections Ensure the Gateway’s Power light is on, as well as the appropriate lights for any active connections (Ethernet, USB, Wireless).
Frequently Asked Questions Wireless Can I use an 802.11b wireless card to connect to the Gateway? Yes, the Gateway can handle 802.11b cards or 802.11g cards. The 802.11g standard is backward compatible with the 802.11b standard. The Gateway can be setup to handle just “g” wireless cards, just “b” wireless cards, or both.
Windows 98, 98SE, and Me - Go to Start, Run, type winipcfg, and press Enter. Ensure the Ethernet adapter is selected in the device box. Press the Release_all button, then press the Renew_all button. Windows NT 4.0 and 2000 - Go to Start, Run, type cmd, and press Enter. At the DOS prompt type ipconfig /release, then type ipconfig /renew. (Note the space after ipconfig.) Windows XP - Unplug the Ethernet cable or wireless card and plug it back in.
a Reference This appendix contains information about various topics, including accessing information about your Windows computer. Locating Computer Information The following procedure is valid for computers running Windows 98 SE, Me, NT 4.0, 2000 , and XP. 1. From the desktop, right-click on My Computer. 2. Select Properties from the menu that appears. 3. When the “System Properties” window appears, select General .
5. Click the down arrow next to the “Look In” text box and select My Computer from the list that appears. 6. Click Find Now. 7. When the search is complete, note the directory path that appears most often in the “In Folder” column. For example: C:\WINDOWS \SYSTEM. 8. The Windows operating system files are located in this directory. Write down the directory path for future reference. 9. Close the Find: All Files window. Windows Me, 2000 1. From the desktop, click Start. 2.
8. The Windows operating system files are located in this directory. Write down the directory path (followed by “i386”) for future reference. 9. Close the Find: All Files window. Windows XP 1. From the desktop, click Start. 2. Select Search, then For Files and Folders. 3. The “Search Results” window appears. In the panel at left titled “What do you want to search for?”, click All files and folders. 4. Another panel, titled “Search by any or all of the criteria below” appears.
b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer To communicate with the Gateway from a computer on the network (to use the Web Configuration Utility, for example), the user may have to switch the IP address settings from DHCP-enabled to static IP , so that the computer and the Gateway are on the same network subnet. To set up static IP on a computer, select the operating system and follow the instructions. ? Note: The following procedures are based on the Gateway’s factory default IP address.
Windows Me 1. From the desktop, click on the Start button in the lower left corner. 2. From the menu that appears, select Settings. 95 Appendix b Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel . 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network. 96 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components are installed” list box, locate and double-click TCP/IP. 6.
7. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Click General . 8. In the “Components checked are used by this connection” list box, double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). 9. The “Internet Protocol ( TCP/IP ) Properties” window appears. 10. In the General tab, make sure the circle next to “Use the following IP Address ” is selected. When active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone. 11.
12 In the Local Area Connection Properties window, click Close. The Local Area Connection Properties window disappears. 13. Click Close in the Local Area Connection Status window. The windowdisappears. 14. Close the Network and Dial-up Connections window by clicking on the “x” button at the upper right corner of the window. The computer restarts. It is now set up with a static IP address, allowing access to the Gateway’s Web Configurator utility (as shown in chapters 3, 4, 5, and 6).
c Computer Security The Internet is a giant network of computers located all over the world. When a computer is connected to the Internet, it can exchange information with any other computer on the Internet. This allows a computer user to send e-mail, surf the World Wide Web, download files, and buy products and services online, but it also makes the computer vulnerable to attack from persons intent on doing harm.
E-Mail Attachments Never run a program received as an attachment to an E-mail message unless the program is known to be safe. A program from an unknown source can delete all the files on the computer’s hard disk or install a “back door” software application that lets people on the Internet gain access to the computer without permission. Internet Browsers Always exit the Internet browser (Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox, for example). Never “minimize” the browser or leave it open in the background.
d Specifications General Model Number W1000 Standards IEEE 802.11g (Wireless) Speed 802.11g 54 Mbps optimal (see “Wireless Operating Range” for details) Wireless Operating Range Indoors Up to 91 M (300 ft.) Outdoors Up to 533 M (1750 ft.
Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
