Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide Helpful instructions on how to Set-up your new Static IP DSL Service Table of Contents General Information........................................ 1 Verify Computer Settings................................. 1 Router Installation............................................ 4 Configuring Your Router................................... 5 Configuring Your Computer........................... 10 Configuring Your Email .................................
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide General Information Router Kit Components Your router kit should include the following: • Actiontec GT724WG modem/router • Power cord • Two (2) Ethernet cables • Phone cord • DSL filters Please note: In order to connect the router to your computer, your computer must have an Ethernet Network Interface (NIC) installed. Powercycling If you’re experiencing trouble getting an Internet connection, follow the following steps: 1.
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide 2. Select Network and Internet Connections. Note: If you do not see Network and Internet Connections, skip to Step 3. 3. Click Internet Options. 4. Select the Connections tab. 5. Select Never Dial a Connection. 6. Click LAN Settings. 7. Verify all boxes are unchecked and click OK. 8. Click OK. 9. Verify that your computer is set to Obtain an IP Address Automatically (follow the steps for your OS below).
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide Windows XP: 1. Select Start, then Control Panel. Note: If you do not see Control Panel, select Settings, then Control Panel. 2. Select Network and Internet Connections. Note: If you do not see Network and Internet Connections, skip to Step 3. 3. Click Network Connections. 4. Right-click Local Area Connection, then select Properties. 5. Highlight (do not uncheck) Internet Protocol TCP/IP. 6. Select Properties. 7.
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide For All Macintosh Computers: To verify connections and Local Area Network (LAN) configurations: Mac OS X: 1. Select the Apple menu, then select System Preferences. 2. Select Network. 3. On the Show dropdown box, select Built-In Ethernet. 4. On the TCP/IP tab, make sure the Configure IPv4 dropdown menu is set to Using DHCP. 5. Click Close. 6. When asked if you want to apply configuration changes, select Apply. Mac OS 8/9: 1.
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide 8. You should now be able to connect to the Internet. If a connection is not established, powercycle your computer. See page 1 for instructions. Please note: If setting up more than one computer, repeat Steps 5 and 6. Configuring Your Router To configure your router, you will need your welcome letter with your Static IP Address settings. If you do not have this, please contact our Technical Support team. To configure your router: 1.
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide 4. Select Yes on the confirmation screen. 5. Select Specify a Static IP Address under Step 1 (additional information will appear). 6. Verify RFC 1483 Bridged is selected under Step 2.
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide 7. Enter the WAN IP address listed on your welcome letter in the matching boxes under Step 3 and click the Apply button. If the devices behind your computer do not need a static IP, please stop here. 8. On the Main Menu, click the Advanced Setup icon at the top of the page. 9. Click the LAN IP Address link to begin.
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide 10. Select Yes on the confirmation screen. 11. Enter the LAN IP address and Subnet Mask listed on your welcome letter. 12. Click Apply. 13.
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide 14. Click OK (please wait to powercycle your router; you will reboot later). Note: When using a Static IP address on your LAN you must also shut off the modem’s DHCP server and NAPT. 15. On the Main Menu, click the Advanced Setup icon at the top of the page. 16. Select DCHP Settings. 17. Turn the DHCP settings off and click Apply.
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide 18. Select the Security menu. 19. Select NAT. 20. Turn NAT off and click Apply. Configuring Your Computer Once your router has been configured, you’ll need to configure your computer to test and make sure your Static IP addresses are working correctly. To configure your computer: Windows 7: 1. Select Start, and then Control Panel. 2. Select Network and Internet, and then Network and Sharing Center. 3.
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide 4. Right-click Local Area Connection. 5. From the dropdown list, select Properties. 6. Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4. 7. Select Properties. 8. Select Use the following IP address. 9. Use the information from your welcome letter to complete the configuration fields (IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, DNS). Windows Vista: 1. Select the Start Circle. Then type “Network and Sharing” in the Start Search field. 2.
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide Windows 2000: 1. Select Start, then Settings, and then Control Panel. 2. Select Network and Dialup Connections. 3. Right-click Local Area Connection, then select Properties. 4. Highlight (do not uncheck) Internet Protocol TCP/IP. 5. Select Properties. 6. Set the computer to Use the following IP Address. 7. Use the information from your welcome letter to complete the configuration fields (IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, DNS). Mac OS X: 1.
Actiontec GT724WG Router Setup and User Guide Configuring Your TDS Email Included with your High-Speed Internet service are 20 free email accounts. To configure your email: 1. Enter “www.tds.net” in your Web browser. 2. Select Manage Your Account at the top of the page. 3. Select View and Modify Internet Account Information. 4. Log in using the temporary username and password found on your Welcome Letter (this was mailed to you for security reasons). 5.
