54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router Model #: GT701WRU User Manual Solutions for the Digital Life™
Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Features Getting to Know the Router 2 Setting Up the Router Connecting the Router to a Computer and Cable Modem Connecting the Router to a Computer and Set Top Box 3 Performing a Basic Setup Basic Setup Changing the User Name and Password 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
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 6 Using Utilities 63 Web Activity Log Restore Default Settings Upgrade Firmware 63 64 65 7 Setting Up a Network 67 Ethernet USB Wireless 67 72 77 8 Troubleshooting 83 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions A Reference 83 84 91 Locating Computer Information Locating Windows Operating System Files 91 92 B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 95 Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP 95 98 101 105 C Computer Security 109 C
Table of Contents G Non-Windows System Setup 123 Classic OS X 123 125 Notices 127 Regulatory Compliance Notices Modifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices Limited Warranty 127 127 128 129 iii
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1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router. The Router is the simplest way to connect computers to a high-speed broadband connection using a Ethernet cable modem or set top box. 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 Cable Router is sure to be one of the keys to your success.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Minimum System Requirements s Active DSL service with Ethernet cable/DSL modem s Computer with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection s Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Millennium Edition (Me), NT 4.0, 2000, or XP; Mac OS 7.1 and above s Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher (5.x recommended) or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or higher (4.
Chapter 1 Introduction s FTP firmware upgradeable s Web download support s 802.11b/g support Getting to Know the Router This section contains a quick description of the Router’s lights, ports, etc. The Router 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 Router features six lights: Power, WAN, Internet, Ethernet, USB, and Wireless.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual WAN Light When the WAN light glows steadily, the Router is connected to the cable modem or set top box. Internet Light When the Internet light glows green, the Router is connected to the Internet through the ISP (Internet Service Provider). When it glows red, the Router is not connected to the Internet. Ethernet Light The Ethernet light illuminates when the Router is connected via its Ethernet port.
Chapter 1 Introduction Rear Panel The rear panel of the Router contains four ports (Ethernet, USB, Cable/DSL, and Power), as well as a Reset switch. a Antenn Power Reset Cable/D SL USB Ethernet Ethernet Cable (from Ethernet port to computer) USB Cable (from USB port to computer) Ethernet Cable (from Cable/DSL port to cable modem or set top box) Power Adapter (from Power port to power outlet) Ethernet Port The Ethernet port is used to connect a computer to the Router via Ethernet cable.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Reset Switch Depressing the Reset switch for one or two seconds will power cycle the Router (similar to unplugging and then plugging in the Router’s Power cord). To restore the Router’s factory default settings, depress and hold the Reset switch 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 Router.
2 Setting Up the Router The instructions that follow parallel the steps contained in the Actiontec Installation Buddy®, which provides a visual guide to setting up the Router. It is recommended the user run the Installation Buddy first, before attempting any other procedures. To set up the Router, it must be connected to a computer and a cable modem or set top box, and then configured.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 2. Read the instructions, select First Computer by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click Next. 3. If AOL was selected in step 1, enter the user name and password provided by America Online in the appropriate text boxes, then click Next. If NTL was selected in step 1, skip this step and go to step 4.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 4. Select Cable Modem by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click Next. 5. Select the type of connection used between the Router and computer, then click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 6. If Wired was selected in step 5, select the type of wired connection between the Router to the computer, then click Next. If Wireless was selected in step 5, read the on-screen information, then click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 7. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next. 8. Get the black Power cord from the kit, then click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 9. Plug the smaller end of the black Power cord into the black Power port on the back of the Router, then click Next. 10. Plug the larger end of the of black Power cord into a power socket, turn the power switch ON, then click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 11. Make sure the Power light on the front of the Router glows solid green. Click Next. 12. Read the on-screen information, then turn off the cable modem. Click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 13. If Ethernet was selected in step 6, get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit. Click Next. If USB was selected in step 6, get the purple USB cable from the kit. Click Next. If connecting wirelessly, skip this step and go to step 14.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 14. If connecting via Ethernet or wirelessly, find the Ethernet cable currently connected to the cable modem. Click Next. If connecting via USB , find the USB cable currently connected to the cable modem. Click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 15. If connecting via Ethernet or wirelessly, unplug the Ethernet cable located in step 14 from the back of the computer. If the cable modem was connected via a USB cable adapter, unplug the Ethernet cable from both the modem and the adapter. Click Next. If connecting via USB, unplug the USB cable located in step 14 from the back of the computer. Click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 16. Turn on the cable modem, then click Next. 17. If connecting via Ethernet, plug the yellow Ethernet cable into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Router, then click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual If connecting via USB, plug the square end of the purple USB cable into the USB port on the back of the Router, then click Next. If connecting wirelessly, skip this step and go to step 22. 18. If connecting via Ethernet, 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.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router If connecting via USB, plug the flat, rectangular end of the purple USB cable into a USB port on the front or back of the computer. Click Next. 19. If connecting via Ethernet, make sure the Power, Ethernet, and Wireless lights glow solid green. This may take a few moments. Click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual If connecting via USB, make sure the Power, USB, and Wireless lights glow solid green. This may take a few moments. Click Next. 20. Find the loose end of the Ethernet cable connected to the cable modem and plug it into the red Cable/DSL port on the back of the Router, then click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 21. If connecting via USB, plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the cable modem, then click Next. If connecting via Ethernet, skip this step and go to step 22. 22. The Router is configured.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 22. When the configuration process finishes successfully, a congratulations screen appears. The Router is successfully configured and ready for use. To make changes to the Router’s Advanced Configuration settings, see Chapter 4, “Using Advanced Setup,” on page 39. To create a network by connecting more computers to the Router, see Chapter 6, “Setting Up a Network,” on page 67.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router Connecting the Router to a Computer and Set Top Box This section describes the installation procedure to connect the Router to a computer and set top box. If connecting the Router to a computer and cable modem, see page 7. 1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The Installation Buddy starts automatically.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. If AOL was selected in step 1, enter the user name and password provided by America Online in the appropriate text boxes, then click Next. If NTL was selected in step 1, skip this step and go to step 4. 4. Select Set Top Box, then click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 5. Select the type of connection used between the Router and computer, then click Next. 6. If Wired was selected in step 5, select Ethernet, then click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual If Wireless was selected in step 5, read the on-screen information, then click Next. 7. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 8. Get the black Power cord from the kit, then click Next. 9. Plug the smaller end of the black Power cord into the black Power port on the back of the Router, then click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 10. Plug the larger end of the of black Power cord into a power socket, turn the power switch ON, then click Next. 11. Make sure the Power light on the front of the Router glows solid green. Click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 12. Read the on-screen information, then click Next. 13. If connecting via Ethernet, get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit. Click Next. If connecting wirelessly, skip this step and go to step 14.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 14. Find the Ethernet cable currently connected to the set top box. Click Next. 15. Unplug the Ethernet cable located in step 14 from the back of the computer. If the set top box was connected via a USB cable adapter, unplug the cable from both the set top box and the adapter. Click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 16. If connecting via Ethernet, plug the yellow Ethernet cable into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Router, then click Next. If connecting wirelessly, skip this step and go to step 21. 17. 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.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 18. Make sure the Power, Ethernet, and Wireless lights glow solid green. This may take a few moments. Click Next. 19. Find the loose end of the Ethernet cable connected to the set top box and plug it into the red Cable/DSL port on the back of the Router, then click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Router 20. Select the network adapter installed in the computer from the drop-down list. If the network adapter is not listed, enter the adapter’s MAC (Media Access Control) address in the appropriate text boxes. Click Next.. 21. The Router is configured.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 22. When the configuration process finishes successfully, a congratulations screen appears. The Router is successfully configured and ready for use. To make changes to the Router’s Advanced Configuration settings, see Chapter 4, “Using Advanced Setup,” on page 39. To create a network by connecting more computers to the Router, see Chapter 6, “Setting Up a Network,” on page 67.
3 Performing a Basic Setup This chapter is a guide through a basic setup of the Router, including how to connect the Router to the Internet Service Provider (ISP) and changing the user name and password. To complete a basic setup, the user will need information provided by the ISP. This information is sometimes provided in a welcome letter or ISP worksheet. If this document is not available, contact the ISP immediately and request one.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. Follow the instructions in the “Set Up/Configuration” screen, then click Begin Basic Setup. 4. In the next screen, follow the onscreen instructions, then click Next. 5. In the next screen, select the ISP used to connect the Router to the Internet (AOL or NTL), then click Next. 6. If AOL was selected in step 5, enter the User Name and Password provided by the ISP in the “Broadband Connection - PPPoE” screen.
Chapter 3 Performing a Basic Setup 7. If NTL was selected in step 5, enter the Host Name and Domain Name provided by the ISP in the “Cable Broadband Connection - DHCP” screen. If NTL provided a static IP address, enter it in the Static IP text box. If not, leave the text boxes blank. Click Next. 8. Click Save and Restart in the “Save and Restart” screen. 9. The “Congratulations” screen appears. The Router is successfully configured.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Changing the User Name and Password To create or change the user name and password, allowing access to the Router’s Web Configuration screens, follow these instructions: 1. From the Setup/Configuration screen, select Change Admin 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.
Using Advanced Setup 4 # This chapter contains information concerning accessing and using the advanced features of the Router, such as wireless settings, remote management, Web site blocking, and dynamic routing. Accessing Advanced Setup To access the Advanced Settings screens: 1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box type: http://192.168.0.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. 2. The “Main Menu” screen appears. Select Setup/Configuration. 3.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 4. In the next screen, read the recommendations. To access the advanced settings of the Router, 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.
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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 Router. There are three ways to do this: Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE, Obtain an IP Address through DHCP, or Specify a Static IP Address. Some providers use o to establish communica☞ Note: tion with an end user.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual If a User Name, Password and/or Static IP was entered in the Installation Buddy or during Basic Setup, it should be displayed in the “Broadband Connection via PPPoE” screen. If not, enter the information now. If the information is unavailable, contact the ISP.
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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 Router 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 Router, as opposed to the IP address and routing information being bridged to terminate at the computer.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Wireless Settings Selecting Wireless Settings in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Wireless Settings” screen. Wireless To activate the wireless radio, click in the circle next to On. To turn off the wireless radio, click in the circle next to Off. ESSID ESSID is the network name assigned to the wireless network. The factory default setting is “ACTIONTEC.
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Security There are four wireless security options: Off, WEP, WEP+802.1x, and WPA. The latter three options are different types of wireless security. 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” and clicking Next in the Wireless Settings screen generates the “WEP Key” screen.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 128-bit WEP - 128-bit WEP requires one or more keys, comprising 13 hexadecimal pairs. A hexadecimal digit consists of alphanumeric characters ranging from 0-9 or A-F. An example of a 128-bit WEP key is: 3D-44-FE-6C-A1-EF-2E-D3-C4-21-74-5DB1. To create a 128-bit WEP key, activate Key 1 by clicking in the appropriate circle, then enter 13 hexadecimal digit pairs in the Key text box.
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup WPA Activating WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and clicking Next in the Wireless Settings screen generates the “Wireless WPA Settings” screen. There are two levels of WPA. The “Group Key Interval,” “Server IP Address,” “Port,” and “Secret” text boxes, along with the “802.1x” radio button, are enterprise network specific, and should only be accessed by an experienced information systems professional. See “WEP+802.1x” on the previous page for more information.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual This feature allows the user to control access to the wireless LAN network by denying or allowing wireless client(s) to join the network based on their MAC address. After changing settings, click Next or Back to continue, or Save and Restart to make all changes permanent. Wireless Advanced Settings Selecting Wireless Advanced Settings in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Wireless Advanced Settings” screen.
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup LAN IP Address Selecting LAN IP Address in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “LAN IP Address” screen. The values in the “LAN IP Address” and “Netmask” text boxes are the IP address and Subnet mask of the Router 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).
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 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 Router. For more information, see “DHCP Server Configuration.” DHCP Server Configuration Clicking Next in the “DHCP Server” screen (if the DHCP server is activated) generates the “DHCP Server Configuration” screen.
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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. 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.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 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.” Website Blocking Selecting Website Blocking in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Website Blocking” screen.
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Remote Management Selecting Remote Management in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Remote Management” screen. Remote Management allows access to the Router through the Internet via another computer. Actiontec recommends leaving the Remote Management Off (the factory default setting).
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 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 Router’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 10 ports are needed, Actiontec recommends using DMZ Hosting.
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup 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.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 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 119 for details concerning each level of security. Dynamic Routing Selecting Dynamic Routing in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Dynamic Routing” screen.
Chapter 4 Using Advanced Setup Static Routing Selecting Static Routing in the “Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Static Routing” screen. Enter the addresses in their respective text boxes, then click Add. The address will appear in the “Static Routing Table.” To remove an address, highlight it by clicking on it in the Static Routing Table, then click Remove. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) Selecting UPnP in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “UPnP” screen.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual MAC Address Cloning Selecting MAC Address Cloning in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “MAC Address Cloning” screen. A MAC (Media Access Control) address is an identifier unique to every networkable device, including the Router. Some ISPs require a MAC address to validate a computer’s permission to be on their network.
Viewing the Router’s Settings 5 After configuring the Router, settings can be viewed by selecting Status in the Main Menu. In the left hand column, there are other Status options available: Routing Table, WAN Status, LAN Status, and Active User List. No settings (other than connecting or disconnecting from the Internet) can be changed from the Current Status screen. Status Selecting “Status” from the Main Menu screen generates the “General Status” screen.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual WAN - Connection Displays the state of the connection to the ISP service (Connected or Disconnected). WAN - Mode Displays the type of connection used to communicate with the ISP. WAN - IP Address Displays the IP Address the ISP assigned to the Router. WAN - Subnet Mask Displays the Subnet Mask address the ISP assigned to the Router. WAN - Router Displays the Router address (for the IP Address and Subnet Mask) the ISP assigned to the Router.
Chapter 5 Viewing the Router’s Settings Routing Table Selecting Routing Table generates the “Routing Table” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Router’s routes. WAN Status Selecting WAN Status in the Current Status screen generates the “WAN Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Router’s WAN (Wide Area Network) connection.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual LAN Status Selecting LAN Status generates the “LAN Status” screen. This screen displays on overview of the Router’s LAN (Local Area Network) port connections. Active User List Selecting Active User List generates the “Active User List” screen. This screen displays a list of the users currently connected to the Router accessing the Internet with Network Address Translation (NAT) security activated.
Using Utilities 6 To access the Router’s Web-based Utilities, select Utilities from the “Main Menu” screen. The “Utilities” screen appears. From this screen, the Web activity log can be viewed, the DSL settings changed, the Router’s factory default settings restored, and the Router’s firmware upgraded. Web Activity Log The Web Activity Log provides information about the Web sites each computer on the Router’s network has visited.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Auto Refresh To set the Web Activity Log screen to automatically refresh at certain intervals, activate the circle next to “Auto Refresh Every” at the bottom of the Web Activity Log screen, then enter a time value (in seconds) in the text box, or click on the down arrow and select a time value from the menu that appears. The Web Activity Log will refresh at the chosen interval.
Chapter 6 Using Utilities Upgrade Firmware Selecting Upgrade Firmware in the “Utilities” screen generates the “Upgrade Firmware” screen. Actiontec periodically posts firmware upgrades to enhance the capabilities and boost the performance of the Router. Follow the on-screen instructions to upgrade the Router’s firmware.
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Setting Up a Network 7 Other computers can be connected to the Router 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 Router in three ways: Ethernet, USB, or wirelessly. Ethernet ☞ Note: An additional computer can be added to the Router’s network via Ethernet only if the first computer was connected to the Router via USB (leaving the Router’s Ethernet port free).
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 2. Read the instructions, select Addtional Computer by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click Next. 3. Select Wired, then click Next.
Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 4. Select Ethernet, then click Next. 5. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 6. Plug one end of the yellow Ethernet cable into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Router, then click Next. 7. Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of the computer, then click Next. ☞ Note: An Ethernet port looks similar to a phone port, but is slightly bigger.
Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 8. Make sure the Power, WAN, Internet, Ethernet, and Wireless lights glow solid green, then click Next. 9. In the next window, the Installation Buddy checks the configuration of the Router.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 10. After the Router is configured, a congratulations screen appears. The computer is connected to the Router via Ethernet. USB ☞ Note: An additional computer can be added to the Router’s network via USB only if the first computer was connected to the Router via Ethernet (leaving the Router’s USB port free). If the first computer was connected to the Router via USB, additional computers can be connected to the Router via Ethernet or wirelessly. 1.
Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 2. Read the instructions, select Addtional Computer by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click Next. 3. Select Wired, then click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 4. Select USB, then click Next. 5. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 6. Plug the square end of the purple USB cable into the USB port on the back of the Router, then click Next. 7. Plug the rectangular end of the purple USB cable into an USB port on the front or back of the computer, then click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 8. Make sure the Power, WAN, Internet, USB, and Wireless lights glow solid green, then click Next. 9. The Router is configured.
Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 10. After the Router is configured, a congratulations screen appears. The computer is connected to the Router via USB. Wireless Computers wirelessly connected to the Router must have ☞ Note: wireless capabilities (via a wireless adapter, wireless PCI USB adapter, built-in wireless adapter, etc.). 1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The Installation Buddy starts automatically.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 2. Read the instructions, select Addtional Computer by clicking in the appropriate circle, then click Next. 3. Select Wireless, then click Next.
Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 4. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Finish. 5. Read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 6. Make sure the Power, WAN, Internet, and Wireless lights glow green, then click Next. 7. The Router is configured.
Chapter 7 Setting Up a Network 8. After the Router is configured, a congratulations screen appears. The computer is connected to the Router wirelessly. After performing the procedure outlined in the screen, above, make sure the computer and the Router are using the same wireless network name. To wirelessly connect more computers to the Router, repeat this procedure..
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Troubleshooting 8 This chapter contains a list of problems that may be encountered while using the Router, 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.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Using on Network With Another Router/Gateway If setting up the Router on a network with another router or gateway, consult the documentation that came with the other router/gateway to see what kind of dynamic routing is required to operate it with the Router. Then, go to the “Dynamic Routing” screen (see “Dynamic Routing” on page 56) to select the appropriate type of dynamic routing.
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Is the Router flash-upgradeable? How do I do it? Yes, the firmware is upgradeable. You can find a link to the firmware site under “Utilities” in the Web-based configurator (see page 63). Does the Router function as a DSL modem? No, the Router does not have a DSL modem built-in. Do I need a specific cable or DSL modem to use the Router? No, the Router works with any Ethernet cable, and virtually any cable/DSL modem. Wireless Can I use an 802.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Which wireless cards will work with the Router? The Router will connect with any wireless card supporting the 802.11g or 802.11b wireless standards. Can my wireless signal pass through floors, walls, and glass? The physical environment surrounding the Router can have a varying effect on wireless signal strength and quality. The denser an object, the greater the interference.
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting How do I find out which IP address my computer is using? Windows 95, 98, 98SE, and Me - Select Start, Run, and type winipcfg. Press Enter. When the “Winipcfg” window appears, ensure your network device is selected. Windows NT, 2000, and XP - Select Start, Run and type cmd. Press Enter. When the command screen is displayed, type ipconfig and press Enter. I used DHCP to configure my network. Do I need to restart my computer to refresh my IP address? No.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual I have an FTP or Web server on my network. How can I make it available to users on the Internet? For a Web server, enable port forwarding for port 8080 to the IP address of the server and set up the Web server to receive on that port, as well. (Configuring the server for static IP address use is recommended.) For an FTP server, enable port forwarding for port 21 to the IP address of the server.
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting What is the difference between 40-bit and 64-bit encryption? There really is no difference between the two. They are just different terminologies used throughout the industry for the same level of encryption. How do I make a HEX-based WEP key? 64-bit - Generated as 10 alphanumeric characters (0-9, a-f). Example: 843c29a562. 128-bit - Generated as 26 alphanumeric characters (0-9, a-f). Example: 3c29f2536bef3276d32e364asd.
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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.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Locating Windows Operating System Files If the operating system files reside on the hard drive of the computer, follow the instructions below to locate them. If the files are not on the hard drive, they must be loaded from the installation disks. Windows 98 SE 1. From the desktop, click Start. 2. When the menu appears, select Find, then Files or Folders. 3. When the “Find: All Files” window appears, select Name & Location. 4.
Appendix A Reference 4. Click the down arrow next to the “Look in” text box and select My Computer from the list that appears. 5. Click Search Now. 6a. Windows Me: When the search is complete, note the directory path that appears most often in the “In Folder” column. For example: C:\WINDOWS \OPTIONS\INSTALL. 6b. Windows 2000: When the search is complete, note the directory path that appears most often in the “In Folder” column. For example: C:\WINNT \Driver Cache. 7.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 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. In the “Look in” text box, click the down arrow and select My Computer from the menu that appears. 5.
Setting Up Static IP on the Computer B To communicate with the Router 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 Router are on the same network subnet. To set up static IP on a computer, select the operating system and follow the instructions. The following procedures are based on the Router’s fac☞ Note: tory default address.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components are installed” list box, locate and double-click TCP/IP. 6. The “TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Select IP Address. 7. In the IP Address tab, make sure the circle next to “Specify an IP Address” is selected. When active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone. 8. Enter the following address in the “IP Address” text box: 192.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 9. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 10. Click OK. The TCP/IP Properties window disappears. 11. In the Network window, click OK. The Network window disappears. 12. The “System Settings Change” window appears, asking whether the computer should be restarted. Click Yes. The computer restarts.
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.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 5. The “Network” window appears. In the “The following network components are installed” list box, locate and double-click TCP/IP. 6. The “TCP/IP Properties” window appears. Click IP Address. 7. In the IP Address tab, make sure the circle next to “Specify an IP Address” is selected. When active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone. 8. Enter the following address in the “IP Address” text box: 192.
Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 9. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 10. Click OK. The TCP/IP Properties window disappears. 11. If there is a check in the box next to “Detect connection to network media,” click on it to uncheck the box. 12. In the Network window, click OK. The Network window disappears. 13.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Dialup Connections.
Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 5. In the “Network and Dial-up Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection. A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If more than one Local Area Connection is listed, locate the one that corresponds to the network card installed in the computer by finding the name of the network card in the Device Name column. 6. The “Local Area Connection Status” window appears. Select General, then click Properties.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 7. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Click General. 8. In the “Components checked are used by this connection” list box, doubleclick 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.
Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 12. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 13. Click OK. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window disappears. 14 In the “Local Area Connection Properties” window, click OK. The Local Area Connection Properties window disappears. 15. Click Close in the Local Area Connection Status window. The window disappears. 16.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network Connections. 4. In the “Network Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection. A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If more than one Local Area Connection is listed, locate the one that corresponds to the network card installed in your computer by finding the name of the network card in the Device Name column.
Appendix B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 5. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select General. 6. In the “This connection uses the following items” list box, double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). 7. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears. 8. 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.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 9. Enter the following address in the “IP Address” text box: 192.168.0.2 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 10. Enter the following address in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Enter the periods in the address by pressing the space bar on the keyboard. 11. Click OK. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window disappears. 12 In the Local Area Connection Properties window, click Close.
Computer Security C 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.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Router Security If connecting to the ISP through Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), be sure to provide the Router an administrative password. If a password is not set, someone on the Internet can access the Router and change its configuration or steal your PPP login name and password. For instructions on setting the password, see the “Advanced Setup” chapter.
Appendix C Computer Security Network Applications Network applications (such as software programs) that allow remote access to the computer also make the computer vulnerable to access from other people on the Internet. If using a network application that allows remote access, consider installing a firewall. Electronic Security Here are two methods to secure your computer electronically.
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Specifications D General Model Number GT701WRU-00 (54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router) Standards IEEE 802.3x (10BaseT, full duplex capable) IEEE 802.3u (100BaseTX, auto negotiation) IEEE 802.11b/g (Wireless) Protocol LAN - CSMA/CD WAN 10/100 RJ-45 Ethernet port LAN 10/100 RJ-45 switched Ethernet port Speed LAN Ethernet - 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing Wireless - 802.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Wireless Operating Range Indoors Up to 91 M (300 ft.) Outdoors Up to 533 M (1750 ft.
E Glossary Access Point A device that allows wireless clients to connect to one another. An access point can also act as a bridge between wireless clients and a “wired” network, such as an Ethernet network. Wireless clients can be moved anywhere within the coverage area of the access point and remain connected to the network.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Ethernet Network A standard wired networking configuration using cables and hubs. Firewall A method preventing users outside the network from accessing and/or damaging files or computers on the network. Gateway A central device that manages the data traffic of the network, as well as data traffic to and from the Internet. IP (Internet Protocol) Address A series of four numbers separated by periods identifying a unique Internet computer host.
Appendix E Glossary PPPoE (Point-To-Point Protocol over Ethernet)/ PPPoA (Point-To-Point Protocol over ATM) Methods of secure data transmission. Router A central device that manages the data traffic of the network. Subnet Mask A set of four numbers configured like an IP address used to create IP address numbers used only within a particular network. SSID See “ESSID.” TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) The standard protocol for data transmission over the Internet.
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F Firewall Security Level Services Table The following information is related to the Firewall options (High, Medium, and Low) section in the “Advanced Setup” chapter of this manual (see page 56). The types of services and their respective ports are listed in the two right-hand columns: the “In” column details whether a particular service can be accessed by a user outside of the network; and the “Out” column details whether a computer on the Router’s network can access a particular incoming service.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual Medium Security Level Service http dns ftp telnet smtp pop3 nntp real audio/video icmp H.323 T.
Appendix F Firewall Security Basic Security Level NAT (Network Address Translation) only. Service Acronym Definitions http HyperText Transfer Protocol. This protocol delivers information over the Internet, and is used when a computer connects to a Web site via an Internet browser. dns Domain Name System. A data query system used to translate host names into Internet addresses (i.e., www.somewebsite.com translates to 888.999.000.111). ftp File Transfer Protocol.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual real audio/video A protocol used to transfer Real Audio or Real Video files. icmp Internet Control Message Protocol. Allows error messages, text packages, and informational messages to be transferred over the Internet. H.323 A standard protocol for sending audio and video over the Internet. T.120 A standard protocol for multimedia teleconferencing over the Internet. SSH Secure Shell. A method for the secure transfer of files from another computer.
Non-Windows System Setup G The Router supports both the Classic Macintosh operating systems (9.2.2 and below), as well as OS X. When installing any software, consult the user manual and ☞ Note: help files supplied with the software for detailed information. Actiontec provides the following information as a guideline only. Classic To configure the Router, Open Transport 2.5.2 or above must be loaded on the computer. 1. Click Apple, Control Panels, then TCP/IP.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 2. When the “TCP/IP” window appears, select Edit from menu bar, then select User Mode. 3. When the “User Mode” window appears, select Advanced, then click OK. 4. In the “TCP/IP” window, select Ethernet from the “Connect via” drop-down list. 5. Select Using DHCP Server from the “Configure” drop-down list. 6. Ensure the “Use 802.3” option is not checked. 7. Disregard any addresses in the IP Address text boxes.
Appendix G Non-Windows Setup OS X 1. From the Apple Menu, select System Preferences. 2. When the “System Preferences” window appears, click Network.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 3. The Network window appears. Select Built-In Ethernet from the “Show” drop-down list. 4. Select TCP/IP and, from the “Configure” drop-down list, select Using DHCP. 5. Click Apply Now and close the “System Preferences” application. The TCP/ IP settings are configured. To finish setting up the computer to connect with the Router, follow the instructions in chapter 2, “Performing a Basic Setup,” on page 35.
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.
Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Cable Router User Manual 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unwanted operation. To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance require☞ Note: ments, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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