Wireless DSL Gateway GT784WNV User Manual © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Contents Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 1 Introduction 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Introduction System Requirements Features Important Safety Instructions Getting to Know the Gateway 2 Quick Setup 2.0 2.1 2.2 Introduction Performing a Quick Setup Home Screen 3 Status 3.0 3.1 3.2 Introduction Accessing the Status Screens Status Screens 4 Wireless Networking 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.
Contents Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual (con’t) 5 Utilities 5.0 Introduction 5.1 Accessing the Utilities Screens 5.2 Utilities Screens 6 Advanced Settings 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.8 6.9 Introduction Accessing the Advanced Settings Screens Advanced Screens Blocking and Filtering DSL Settings IP Addressing QoS Settings Remote Routing Security A Parental Controls A.0 A.1 A.2 A.3 A.
Contents Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual (con’t) B Computer Security B.0 Introduction B.1 Overview B.2 Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem B.3 Gateway Security B.4 Computer Security B.5 Electronic Security C Glossary C.0 Introduction C.
1 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Introduction System Requirements Features Important Safety Instructions Getting to Know the Gateway Introduction 5 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
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 networking to the next level, the Wireless DSL Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success. 6 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 1.1 System Requirements The Gateway must be used with the following systems and software: • Active DSL service • Computer with an 10 Mbps or 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection • Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, and 7; Mac OS OS X+ • Modern web browser • TCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer 1.
1 Introduction 1.3 Important Safety Instructions • PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet • 64- and 128-bit, WEP/WPA/WPA2 wireless LAN security • IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard compliance • 10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (4) • Fast Ethernet flow control support • Web-based configuration setup • Firmware upgradeable • Web download support • 802.11b/g/n support • WPS support 1.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 1.3a Telephone Line Cord Caution To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (e.g., 24 AWG) UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord. 1.4 Getting to Know the Gateway This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s LEDs, ports, etc. The Gateway has several indicator LEDs and a button on its front panel, and a series of ports and switches on its rear panel. 1.
1 Introduction 1.4 Getting to Know the Gateway Power LED The Power LED 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 is rapidly flashing, the Gateway is initializing. If the Power light is glows red when the Power cord is plugged in, the Gateway has suffered a critical error and technical support should be contacted. DSL LED The DSL LED illuminates when the Gateway is connected to a DSL line.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 1.4b Rear Panel The rear panel of the Gateway contains six ports (Ethernet [4], Phone, and Power [12VDC1A]), as well as Reset and Power switches. On Off 4 3 2 1 Reset USB 12VDC1A Phone Port The Phone port is used to connect the Gateway to a DSL (Digital Subcriber Line) connection. Ethernet Ports The Ethernet ports are used to connect computers to the Gateway via Ethernet cable.
1 Introduction 1.4 Getting to Know the Gateway Power Port The Power port is used to connect the Power cord to the Gateway. Warning: Do not unplug the Power cord from the Gateway during the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent damage to the Gateway. Power Switch The Power switch is used to power the Gateway on and off. 12 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
2 2.0 2.1 2.2 Introduction Performing a Quick Setup Home Screen Quick Setup 13 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
This chapter is a guide through a quick set up of the Gateway, including how to connect the Gateway to the ISP. Also included is an overview of the Gateway’s Home screen. 14 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 03/16/12 2.1 Performing a Quick Setup To perform a quick setup on the Gateway, have the Welcome Letter or ISP Worksheet handy. If the document is not available, contact the ISP immediately. To access Quick Setup screens: 1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type: http://192.168.1.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. 2. The “LogIn” screen appears. Enter a password in both the “New Password” and “Re-type New Password” text boxes.
2 Quick Setup 2.1 Performing a Quick Setup 3. Select your local time zone from the “Time Zone” drop-down list. 4. Click Apply. 5. After the changes are applied, the Gateway’s Home screen appears. Select Quick Setup from the row of button above the red bar. 16 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 03/16/12 6. The first “Quick Setup” screen appears. Read the onscreen instructions, and if you have performed all of the requirements, click Next. 17 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
2 Quick Setup 2.1 Performing a Quick Setup 7. The second Quick Setup screen appears. Select the network protocol used by your ISP. If you select PPPoE, you must enter the user name and password assigned to you by your ISP in the appropriate text boxes. 8. Click Apply. The Gateway will reboot. After it does, you will be returned to the Home Screen. 18 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 03/16/12 2.2 Home Screen The Gateway’s firmware GUI Home screen is the first screen you will normally see after entering the user name and password. This section provides an overview of the Home screen’s options. 2.2.1 Main Menu At the top of the screen is the main menu, which contains the important configuration options accessible from the Home screen.
2 Quick Setup 2.2 Home Screen 2.2.2 Internet Services Internet Services is a list of links that will take you to various entertaining or helpful Verizon web sites, including our home page, Verizon Surround, and Verizon Business Center. 2.2.3 Home Network Map The Home Network Map provides a graphical representation of the Gateway’s network, both wired and wireless.
3 3.0 3.1 3.2 Introduction Accessing the Status Screens Status Screens Status 21 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
This chapter guides you through the Gateway’s Status screens, including the state of its Internet connection, its firewall status, and a series of other parameters concerning the Gateway’s operation. 22 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3.1 Accessing the Status Screens To access the Gateway’s Status screens: 1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type: http://192.168.1.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. 2. After entering your user name and password, the Gateway’s Home screen appears. Select Status from the row of buttons above the red bar. 3. The first Status screen appears. 23 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
3 Status 3.2 Status Screens 3.2 Status Screens On the left hand side on the first Status screen (and every other Status screen) is the Status menu. Select any option from this menu and you will be taken to that Status screen. 24 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3.2.1 Connection Status Selecting “Connection Status” from the Status menu generates the Connection Status screen. This screen displays various general parameters of the Gateway, including the state of the Gateway’s connection, firmware version, model number, and DNS address. The only changes that can be made from the screen are connecting (by clicking Connect) or disconnecting (by clicking Disconnect) the Gateway from its Internet connection. 25 © 2012 Verizon.
3 Status 3.2 Status Screens 3.2.2 WAN Status Selecting “WAN Status” from the Status menu generates the WAN (wide area network) Status screen. This screen displays the parameters of the Gateway’s connection to the Internet via your service provider. No settings can be changed from here; it is for informational purposes only. This screen provides an overview of several of the Gateway’s connections. At the top is the Gateway’s connection status. 26 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Next is the PPP Status, which displays PPP type, LCP State, and Session Time. In the Broadband Status section, the VPI, VCI, Upstream Speed, and Retrain Timer, among other parameters, are displayed. 27 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
3 Status 3.2 Status Screens At the bottom of the screen, click Clear to clear all the values from the WAN Status screen and restart their counts. 3.2.3 Routing Table Selecting Routing Table generates the “Routing Table” screen. This screen displays an overview of the Gateway’s network routes. 28 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3.2.4 Firewall Status Selecting Firewall Status generates the “Firewall Status” screen. This screen displays an overview of the Gateway’s firewall, including port forwarding, DMZ hosting, and NAT parameters. 3.2.5 ARP Table Selecting ARP Table generates the “ARP Table” screen. This screen displays the Gateway’s ARP (address resolution protocol) table. 29 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
3 Status 3.2 Status Screens 3.2.6 NAT Table Selecting NAT Table generates the “NAT Table” screen. This screen displays the Gateway’s NAT (network address translation) table. 30 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3.2.7 Wireless Status Selecting Wireless Status generates the “Wireless Status” screen. This screen displays the Gateway’s wireless network and connection status, including wireless security type, WPS state, and wireless packets sent. The only setting you can change from this screen is the name of the SSID (service set identifier), which operates as the name of the Gateway’s wireless network as seen by other wireless devices. 31 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
3 Status 3.2 Status Screens 3.2.8 Gateway Utilization Selecting Gateway Utilization generates the “Gateway Utilization” screen. This screen displays the statistics regarding the Gateway’s memory, sessions, and LAN device session log. 32 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3.2.9 LAN Status Selecting LAN Status generates the “LAN Status” screen. This screen displays the Gateway’s LAN (local area network) status, which comprises the devices connected to the Gateway via its 4 Ethernet ports. 33 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
4 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 Introduction Overview Accessing the Wireless Setup Screens Connecting a Wireless Client Basic Wireless Setup Wireless Setup Screens Wireless Networking 34 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
This chapter explains how to set up the Gateway’s wireless network capabilities, including creating a wireless network, enabling wireless security, and connecting a wireless client. 35 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
4 Wireless Networking 4.1 Overview 4.1 Overview The Gateway provides the user with wireless connectivity over the 802.11b, g, and n standards (the most common wireless standards). 802.11b has a maximum data rate of 11 Mbps, 802.11g 54 Mbps, and 802.11n 144 Mbps. 802.11b, g, and n operate in the 2.4 GHz range The Gateway’s wireless feature is turned on, with wireless security activated, by default. The default security is WPA/WPA2 PSK, with a unique PSK (pre-shared key)already entered.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 2. After entering your user name and password, the Gateway’s Home screen appears. Select Wireless Setup from the row of buttons above the red bar. 3. The first Wireless Setup screen appears. 37 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
4 Wireless Networking 4.3 Connecting a Wireless Client 4.3 Connecting a Wireless Client To connect a wireless client to the Gateway: Note: The following procedure assumes the Gateway’s default wireless settings are intact. If they have been changed, use the new SSID and wireless security settings. 1.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 4.4 Basic Wireless Setup The first Wireless Setup screen is the “Basic Settings” screen. This screen takes you through a basic configuration of the Gateway’s wireless network. Note: These settings are already configured for the Gateway out of the box. Change them only if you want to change the wireless settings. 39 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
4 Wireless Networking 4.5 Wireless Setup Screens To set up your Gateway for wireless networking: 1. Click the “Enable” radio button to activate the Gateway’s wireless radio. 2. Enter the name of the wireless network in the “Network Name” text box. 3. Select the channel at which the Gateway’s wireless radio communicates by selecting it from the “Channel” drop-down list. 4. Click the “WPA/WPA2” radio button to activate WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) security on the wireless network. 5.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 4.5.1 Wireless Security Selecting “Wireless Security” from the Wireless Setup menu generates the Wireless Security screen. This screen displays various wireless security settings that can be changed for the Gateway’s wireless network. Any or all of these settings can be changed independently of each other. SSID Select the new SSID (wireless network name) for the wireless network here. 41 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
4 Wireless Networking 4.5 Wireless Setup Screens Security Type Select a security type from the drop-down list. WPA/WPA2-Personal is the default wireless network security for the Gateway. You can change the passphrase required for joining the wireless network by clicking the “Use Custom Security Key/Passphrase” radio button, and then entering a new passphrase in the appropriate text box. Another option is WEP (wired equivalent privacy).
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Power Level Select a percentage power level from the drop-down list box. Mode Select the mode in which the Gateway’s wireless network will operate. You can select between various permutations among 802.11b (slowest), g (faster), and n (fastest). Be aware that selecting a lower speed network mode may slow the entire network down, but that older wireless devices may not support the faster speeds. MSDU, MPDU Aggregation States Enable or disable these options.
4 Wireless Networking 4.5 Wireless Setup Screens 4.5.3 Multiple SSID Selecting Multiple SSID from the Wireless Setup menu generates the “Multiple SSID” screen. This screen allows you to create multiple discrete wireless networks on the Gateway. To create an additional SSID: 1. Select the SSID to change from the “SSID” drop-down list. The screen expands. 2. Enable the new SSID by clicking the “Enable SSID” radio button next to “SSID state.” 44 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Select whether to broadcast or hide the new SSID by clicking in the appropriate radio button. 4. Enter the new SSID in the “Network Name” text box. 5. If the new SSID needs its own subnet, click in the “SSID Subnet: Enable” radio button, then enter the address parameters for the subnet in the appropriate text boxes below. 6. Repeat steps 1-4 for additional SSID names. 7. Click Apply to save changes. 45 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
4 Wireless Networking 4.5 Wireless Setup Screens 4.5.4 MAC Authentication Selecting MAC Authentication generates the “MAC Authentication” screen. MAC authentication allows the user to allow or deny access to the Gateway’s wireless network by a particular device’s MAC address. To set up wireless MAC authentication: 1. Select the SSID from the “SSID” drop-down list. 2. Click the “Enable” radio button. 46 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Select either “Accept Device List” or “Deny Device List” by clicking the appropriate radio button. Selecting “Accept…” allows only the devices listed here by MAC address to join the Gateway’s wireless network. Selecting “Deny…” prevents all listed devices here access to the network. 4. Enter the MAC address of a device in the “Manually Add MAC address” text box. 5. Click Apply. 6. Repeat steps 3, 4, and 5 to add more devices to the list.
4 Wireless Networking 4.5 Wireless Setup Screens Push Button: click Connect, then press the WPS button on the wireless device within 2 minutes. The device will automatically connect to the Gateway’s wireless network. AP PIN: an AP PIN will be generated, which needs to entered into the device’s wireless network interface. End Device PIN: enter the PIN from the end device connected to the wireless network. 4.5.6 WMM Selecting WMM generates the “WMM” screen.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 4.5.7 802.1x Selecting 802.1x generates the “802.1x” screen. This screen displays the Gateway’s 802.1x options. This setting is for enterprise networks only, and should be accessed by an experienced network technician. To set up 802.1x, select an SSID, then enable 802.1x by clicking the “Enable” radio button. Enter the Radius Settings in the appropriate text boxes, then click Apply to save changes. 49 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
5 5.0 5.1 5.2 Introduction Accessing the Utilities Screens Utilities Screens Utilities 50 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
This chapter explains how to use the Gateway’s utilities, including how to restore default settings, upgrade the Gateway’s firmware, and perform a ping test. 51 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
5 Utilities 5.1 Accessing the Utilities Screens 5.1 Accessing the Utilities Screens To access the Utilities screens: 1. Open a Web browser. In the Address text box, type: http://192.168.1.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. 2. After entering your user name and password, the Gateway’s Home screen appears. Select Utilities from the row of buttons above the red bar. 3. The first Utilities screen appears. 52 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 5.2 Utilities Screens On the left hand side on the first Utilities screen (and every other Utilities screen) is the Utilities menu. Select any option from this menu and you will be taken to that Utilities screen. 5.2.1 Reboot Gateway Selecting Reboot from the Utilities menu generates the “Reboot Gateway” screen. Click Reboot to reboot the Gateway. 53 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
5 Utilities 5.2 Utilities Screens 5.2.2 Restore Defaults To restore the Gateway to its factory default settings, select Restore Default Settings from the Utilities menu. In this screen, the Gateway’s wireless settings, firewall settings, or all settings can be returned to their factory default state. Press the appropriate button to perform the chosen task. During this process, the Gateway’s Power light will flash, and the Gateway is disabled until after reboot. 54 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 5.2.3 Upgrade Firmware To upgrade the Gateway’s firmware, select Upgrade Firmware from the Utilities menu. The “Upgrade Firmware” screen appears. To upgrade the firmware: 1. Download the firmware file to your computer’s desktop by following the link (click here in the Upgrade Firmware screen) and then following the instructions. 2. Select the location on the computer’s hard drive where the firmware file was downloaded during step 1. 3. Click Upgrade. 55 © 2012 Verizon.
5 Utilities 5.2 Utilities Screens 5.2.4 Web Activity Log The Web Activity Log saves information about the Web sites each computer on the Gateway’s network has visited. To access the Web Activity Log, select Web Activity Log from the Utilities menu. Enable Web activity logging by clicking the “Enable Logging” radio button, then clicking Apply. To refresh the log automatically, click in the “Auto Refresh Every” radio button, then select a time period at which to refresh.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 5.2.5 System Log The System Log saves information about the Gateway’s operation. To access the System Log, select System Log from the Utilities menu. Enable System logging by clicking the “Enable Logging” radio button, then clicking Apply. To refresh the log automatically, click the “Auto Refresh Every” radio button, then select a time period at which to refresh. To refresh manually, click in the “Manual Refresh” radio button, then click Refresh.
5 Utilities 5.2 Utilities Screens 5.2.6 Firewall Log The Firewall Log saves information about the Gateway’s firewall. To access the Firewall Log, select Firewall Log from the Utilities menu. To refresh the log automatically, click in the “Auto Refresh Every” radio button, then select a time period at which to refresh. To refresh manually, click in the “Manual Refresh” radio button, then click Refresh.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 5.2.7 OAM Ping Test Selecting OAM Ping Test from the Utilities menu generates the “OAM Ping Test” screen, which is used to check whether the Gateway is properly connected to the network. Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the test. 59 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
5 Utilities 5.2 Utilities Screens 5.2.8 Ping Test Selecting Ping Test from the Utilities menu generates the “Ping Test” screen, which is used by network technicians to check whether the Gateway is properly connected to the Internet. Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the test. 60 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 5.2.9 Traceroute Selecting Traceroute from the Utilities menu generates the “Traceroute” screen, which is used by network technicians to check which routes packets take across the Gateway’s network. Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the test. 61 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
5 Utilities 5.2 Utilities Screens 5.2.9 Time Zone Selecting Time Zone from the Utilities menu generates the “Time Zone” screen. Set the proper time zone on the Gateway by clicking the appropriate radio button, then activating or deactivating “Day Light Saving.” Click Apply to save changes. 62 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 5.2.10 Configuration File A configuration file is like a snapshot of the Gateway’s settings. Creating a configuration file saves the Gateway’s settings, and allows you to reload those settings at a future time, which can be useful if the current configuration file gets corrupted, or some other mishap occurs with the Gateway. Selecting Configuration File from the Utilities menu generates the “Configuration File” screen.
6 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.8 6.9 Introduction Accessing the Advanced Settings Screens Advanced Screens Blocking and Filtering DSL Settings IP Addressing QoS Settings Remote Routing Security Advanced Settings 64 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
This chapter explains how to configure the Gateway’s advanced settings, including remote management, DHCP settings, and Quality of Service (QoS). 65 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
6 Advanced Settings 6.1 Accessing the Advanced Settings Screens 6.1 Accessing the Advanced Settings Screens To access the Gateway’s Advanced Settings screen: 1. Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type: http://192.168.1.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. 2. The “Home” screen appears. Click Advanced Setup. 3. The first “Advanced Setup” screen appears. 66 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 6.2 Advanced Screens On the left hand side of the first Advanced screen (and every other Advanced screen) is the Advanced menu. Select any option from this menu and you will be taken to that Advanced screen. 67 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
6 Advanced Settings 6.3 Blocking and Filtering 6.3 Blocking and Filtering These three Advanced Settings (Services Blocking, Scheduling, Website Access, and Scheduling Access) allow and deny access to Internet services and websites, to devices on the Gateway’s network. 6.3.1 Services Blocking Services blocking is used to prevent a device on the Gateway’s network from accessing particular services available on the Internet, such as receiving email or downloading files from FTP sites.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Select a service, or multiple services, to block by clicking in the appropriate check box below “Select service to block.” 4. Click Apply to save changes. 5. Repeat steps 2-4 to block services on another device on the Gateway’s network. The devices that are blocked from accessing services are listed at the bottom of the screen. 6.3.
6 Advanced Settings 6.3 Blocking and Filtering 3. Click Apply to save changes. 4. Repeat steps 2-3 to block other web sites from being accessed on the Gateway’s network. 6.3.3 Scheduling Access Scheduling access is used to allow a device on the Gateway’s network to access the Internet at certain times of the day, or certain days of the week, only. During times not configured in the Scheduling Access screen, the device will not be able to access the Internet.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 2. Select the device on which you want to schedule Internet access from the “Select Device” drop-down list, or enter the device’s MAC address in the “Enter MAC Address” text box. 3. Select the days of the week during which you want to allow Internet access by clicking in the appropriate check box below “Select the days of the week…”. 4. If applicable, set the time range during which you want to allow Internet access.
6 Advanced Settings 6.5 IP Addressing 6.5 IP Addressing These three Advanced Settings (WAN IP settings, LAN IP and DHCP settings, and DHCP Reservation) relate to the network connections of the Gateway. 6.5.1 WAN IP Settings Selecting WAN IP Settings from the Advanced menu generates the “WAN IP Settings” screen. 72 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual WAN IP Address allows manual set up of the WAN IP address of the Gateway, which is the Gateway’s connection to the service provider and the Internet. Do not make changes to this screen unless instructed to do so by your service provider. Making changes to the settings in this screen could cause problems with the Gateway’s connection to the service provider. Note: Some DSL providers use PPPoE to establish communication with an end user.
6 Advanced Settings 6.5 IP Addressing 6.5.2 LAN IP and DHCP Settings Selecting LAN IP and DHCP Settings from the Advanced menu generates the “LAN IP and DHCP Settings” screen. 74 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual LAN IP and DHCP Settings allows manual set up of the LAN IP address of the Gateway, which handles the Gateway’s local wired and wireless networks. Do not make changes to this screen unless you are an experienced network technician. Making changes to the settings in this screen could cause problems with the Gateway’s network. LAN Settings To configure LAN settings, enter the new IP address and subnet mask of the Gateway in the appropriate text boxes.
6 Advanced Settings 6.5 IP Addressing 6.5.3 DHCP Reservation Selecting DHCP Reservation from the Advanced menu generates the “DHCP Reservation” screen. Here, you can reserve a DHCP address for a particular device on your network. To do this: 1. Select a MAC address from the “Select MAC address” drop-down list. If “Manually enter MAC” is selected, enter the MAC address in the appropriate text box. 2. Select an IP address from the “IP Address” drop-down list. 3. Click Apply to save changes.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 6.6 QoS Settings QoS (Quality of Service) allows you to prioritize certain data traffic (such as VoIP) over others. Selecting QoS Upstream from the Advanced menu generates the “IP QoS Upstream Settings” screen. To enable QoS, click the “Enable” radio button. Click the “Default QoS” radio button to have the Gateway operate with default QoS settings, then click Apply. 77 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
6 Advanced Settings 6.6 QoS Settings To configure custom QoS settings: 1. Click the “Custom QoS” radio button. The Custom QoS settings appear. 78 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 2. Enter the name of the rule in the “Name” text box. 3. Select a queue priority from the “Queue Priority” drop-down list box (High, Medium, Low). 4. Enter the amount of bandwidth to reserve in the “Reserve Bandwidth” text box. The amount of bandwidth available is shown below the text box. 5. Select the type of protocol from the “Protocol” drop-down list. 6. Select the TOS bit value from the “TOS Bit Value” drop-down list. 7.
6 Advanced Settings 6.7 Remote 6.7 Remote These two settings allow you to set up remote access to the Gateway. Remote GUI configures the Gateway to be accessed via a web browser, while Remote Telnet allows the Gateway to be accessed via telnet. 6.7.1 Remote GUI Selecting Remote GUI from the Advanced menu generates the “Remote GUI” screen. Remote GUI allows access to the Gateway through the Internet via the web browser another computer. To set up: 1.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 4. Set how long before remote management access times out from the “Disable Remote Management After” drop-down list. 5. Click Apply to save changes. To access the Gateway from a computer outside of the network, open a Web browser and enter the Gateway’s WAN IP address in the address text box. The Gateway’s Home screen (or a password prompt, if a password has been set) appears in the browser window. 6.7.2 Remote Telnet 1.
6 Advanced Settings 6.8 Routing 6.8 Routing These two settings involve the Gateway’s routing abilities. 6.8.1 Dynamic Routing Selecting Dynamic Routing in the Advanced menu generates the “Dynamic Routing” screen. If another device is set up behind the Gateway in the network configuration, consult the documentation that came with the other device to see what kind of Dynamic Routing is required, then select the required option. When finished in this screen, click Apply to activate any changes made.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 6.8.2 Static Routing Selecting Static Routing in the Advanced menu generates the “Static Routing” screen. To configure: 1. Enter the Static Route destination and subnet mask addresses in their respective text boxes. 2. If applicable, enter the gateway address. 3. Select a WAN interface from the “WAN Interface” drop-down list. 83 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
6 Advanced Settings 6.9 Security 4. Click Apply to save change. The created static route 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. 6.9 Security These options allow you to configure the security settings on the Gateway. 6.9.1 Admin Password Selecting Admin Password generates the “Admin Password” screen. Change the password to access the Gateway’s GUI here. Click Apply to save changes. 84 © 2012 Verizon.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 6.9.2 Port Forwarding Selecting Port Forwarding generates the “Port Forwarding” screen. Activating Port Forwarding allows the network to be exposed to the Internet in certain limited and controlled ways, enabling some applications to work from the local network (game, voice, and chat applications, for example), as well as allowing Internet access to servers in the local network. To set up port forwarding: 1. Enter the LAN starting port in the “Starting Port” text box. 2.
6 Advanced Settings 6.9 Security 4. Enter the LAN IP address in the “LAN IP Address” text box. 5. If applicable, enter the remote port and IP information. 6. Click Apply to save changes. The list of forwarded ports will be displayed in the “Applied Port Forwarding Rules” table at the bottom of the screen. 6.9.3 Applications Selecting Applications generates the “Applications” screen.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual To set up a forwarded application: 1. Select a networked device by selecting it from “Select Device” drop-down list, or enter its IP address in the “Enter IP Address” text box. 2. Select the application’s category from the “Application Category” drop-down list, or select All to see all the applications provided. 3. Select the application from the “Applications” drop-down list. 4. If desired, view the rule by clicking the View Rule button.
6 Advanced Settings 6.9 Security 6.9.4 DMZ Hosting Selecting DMZ Hosting generates the “DMZ Hosting” screen. The DMZ (De-Militarized Zone) Hosting feature allows a device on the network to operate outside the firewall to use an Internet service that otherwise would be blocked, or to expose a networked device to all services without restriction or security. Caution! A DMZ host is not protected by the firewall and may be vulnerable to attack.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 3. Click Apply to save changes. The DMZ host will be displayed in the DMZ Hosted Device table at the bottom of the screen. Only one device at a time on the Gateway’s network can be designated as a DMZ host. When finished in this screen, click Apply to activate any changes made. 6.9.5 Firewall Selecting Firewall generates the “Firewall” screen. Set the firewall security level from this screen.
6 Advanced Settings 6.9 Security 6.9.6 NAT Selecting NAT generates the “NAT” screen. NAT (network address translation) translates the IP addresses of data as it travels across the Gateway. We recommend leaving NAT enabled (its default state). 6.9.7 UPnP Selecting UPnP generates the “UPnP” screen. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows devices on the Gateway’s network to locate and communicate with each other without additional configurations. We recommend leaving UPnP enabled (its default state).
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 6.9.8 TR-069 Port Mapping Log Selecting TR-069 Port Mapping Log generates the “TR-069 Port Mapping Log” screen. 91 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
A A.0 A.1 A.2 A.3 A.4 Introduction General Wireless Operatio LED Indicators Environmental Specifications 92 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
This appendix lists the Gateway’s specifications, including standards, cabling types, and environmental parameters. Note that the specifications listed in this appendix are subject to change without notice. 93 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
A Specifications A.1 General A.1 General Model Number GT784WNV (Wireless DSL Gateway) Standards IEEE 802.3x, 802.3u IEEE 802.11b, g, n (wireless) G.dmt G.lite t1.413 RFC 1483, 2364, 2516 Protocol LAN: CSMA/CD WAN: PPP, DHCP, Static IP WAN Full-rate ADSL2+ interface LAN 10/100 Rj-45 switched port USB host port Speed Wired: LAN Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps auto-sensing) Wireless: 802.11b - up to 11 Mbps 802.11g - up to 54 Mbps 802.
Wireless DSL Gateway Certifications FCC Class B, FCC Class C (part 15, 68) CE Mark Commercial UL A.2 Wireless Operation Indoors/Outdoors Up to 144 Mbps Topology Star (Ethernet) A.3 LED Indicators Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet (4), Wireless A.4 Environmental Power External, 12V DC, 600mA Operating Temperature 0º C to 40º C (32º F to 104º F) Storage Temperature -20º C to 70º C (-4º F to 158º F) Operating Humidity 8% to 93% (non-condensing) Storage Humidity 5% to 100% (non-condensing) 95 © 2012 Verizon.
B B.0 B.1 B.2 B.3 B.4 B.5 Introduction Overview Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Gateway Security Computer Security Electronic Security Computer Security 96 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
This appendix covers the basics of computer, gateway, and electronic security. 97 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
B Computer Security B.1 Overview B.1 Overview 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 malicious mischief, or worse.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual B.3 Gateway Security If connecting to the ISP through Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), be sure to provide the Gateway an administrative password. If a password is not set, someone on the Internet can access the Gateway and change its configuration or steal your PPP login name and password. For instructions on setting the password, see the “Advanced Setup chapter. If connecting to the ISP through bridging mode, the Gateway should be safe from unwarranted and illegal intrusion.
B Computer Security B.5 Electronic Security B.4.4 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. B.5 Electronic Security The following are two methods to secure your computer electronically. B.5.
C C.0 C.1 Introduction Glossary Glossary 101 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
This appendix contains a list of terms and definitions concerning the gateway and its technologies. 102 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual C.1 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.
C Glossary C.1 Glossary Encryption A method to allow wireless data transmissions a level of security. ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifier) A unique identifier for a wireless network. Also known as “SSID.” 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.
Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual MAC (Media Access Control) Address The hardware address of a device connected to a network. NAT (Network Address Translation) A method allowing all of the computers on a home network to use one IP address, enabling access to the Internet from any computer on the home network without having to purchase more IP addresses from the ISP. PC Card An adapter that inserts in the PCMCIA slot of a computer, enabling the communication with a device.
C Glossary C.1 Glossary WAN (Wide Area Network) A network that connects computers located in separate areas, (i.e., different buildings, cities, countries). The Internet is a WAN. WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance) An industry group that certifies cross-vender interoperability and compatibility of IEEE 802.11b wireless networking products and promotes the standard for enterprise, small business, and home environments.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement 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 generate, 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.
