USB/Ethernet Home DSL Modem User Manual
Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Package Contents Minimum System Requirements Modem Features Technical Support 2 Setting Up The Modem Connecting a Computer to the Modem Installing Filters Setting Up the DSL Connection Connecting Additional Computers 3 Using Advanced Settings Accessing Advanced Settings WAN IP Address DHCP Server Services Blocking Website Blocking VPN Pass Through Remote Management Port Forwarding DMZ Hosting MAC Address Cloning NAT (Network Address Translation) Static Routing Status
Actiontec Wireless-Ready Cable/DSL Router User Manual B Specifications 81 General Certifcations Environmental 81 82 82 C MAC Address 83 Windows 95, 98 Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows NT 4.
1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec USB/Ethernet Home DSL Modem. This Modem can act as a DSL modem for a single computer, or as a router to connect multilple computers to a single broadband connection. This easy-to-use product is perfect for the home office or small business. If you want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec USB/Ethernet Home DSL Modem is one of the keys to your success.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Modem Features The Modem has a series of LEDs (lights) and a variety of ports. It is recommended that the user become familiar with these features before installing or setting up the Modem. Front Panel There are 4 LEDs (light emitting diodes, or lights) on the front panel of the Modem. Power LED The Power LED glows green when power is supplied to the Modem. When it flashes, the Modem is going through its initialization process.
Chapter 1 Introduction Rear Panel The Modem has five ports on its rear panel. Black Port (Power) The Black port is used to connect the Modem’s Power cord. Yellow (Ethernet) Port The Yellow port is used to connect the Modem to a computer on the home network with the Yellow (Ethernet) cable. Purple (USB) Port The Purple port is used to connect the Modem to a computer on the home network with the Purple (USB) cable. Phone Port The Phone port is used to connect the Modem to a telephone.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Technical Support Actiontec Electronics, Inc., prides itself on making durable, high-quality, highperformance products. If you need assistance, the Actiontec Technical Support Department is always available, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to provide professional support. Actiontec Electronics, Inc. 760 N. Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94085 Technical Support Phone: 1.888.436.0657 Email: techsupp@actiontec.com Internet: www.actiontec.
2 Setting Up The Modem The instructions that follow parallel the steps contained in the Actiontec Installation Buddy™, which provides a visual guide to setting up the Modem. It is recommended the user run the Installation Buddy first, before attempting any other procedures. To set up the Modem, connect it to a computer. After connecting this first computer, other computers can be added to the network via USB, Ethernet, or wirelessly (see “Connecting Additional Computers on page 21).
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 2. The next window appears. Read the instructions, select one of the options by clicking in the appropriate box, then click Next. If the ISP did not provide this information, contact the ISP and request the information. 3. The next window appears. Read the instructions, select First Computer by clicking on the check box, then click Next. 4. In the next window, select Ethernet, then click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 5. The next window appears, with information regarding Actiontec’s 24-hour, 7day-a-week Technical Support. If you have any problems, call 1.888.436.0657. Click Next. 6. The next window appears, showing the items needed to set up the Modem. Click Next. 7. The next window appears. Get the Modem, take it out of its protective plastic bag, then click Next.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 8. When the next window appears, get the Black Bag, take out the Power Cord and Black DSL Cable, then click Next. 9. In the next window, read the instructions regarding plugging in the smaller end of the Power Cord into the Power Port on the back of the Modem, then click Next. 10. As shown in the next window, plug the larger end of the Power Cord into a Power Outlet, confirm the Power Light on the front of the Modem is solid green, then click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 11. The next window appears. Plug one end of the Black DSL Cable into the Line Jack on the back of the Modem, then click Next. 12. When the next window appears, plug the other end of the Black DSL Cable into the Phone Jack nearest to the computer, then click Next. 13. When the next window appears, confirm the Power and Ready Lights on the Modem glow steadily green. This may take up to 30 seconds. Click Next.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 14. The following window appears. Get the Yellow (Ethernet) Cable from the DSL Quick Start Kit, then click Next. 15. When the next window appears, plug one end of the Yellow (Ethernet) Cable into the Yellow Port on the back of the Modem until it clicks, then click Next. 16. Another window appears. Plug the other end of the Yellow (Ethernet) Cable into an Ethernet port on the back of the computer until it clicks, then click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 17. When the next window appears, confirm the Power, Ready, and Link Lights on the Modem glow steadily green. Click Next. ☞ Note: If the Power, Ready and Link Lights on the Modem are not solid green, check all connections to the Modem. If all connections are plugged in properly, call your DSL service provider. The Modem is connected to a computer via Ethernet. Next, install the filters as described in “Installing the Filters” on page 17. Connecting Via USB 1.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 2. The next window appears. Read the instructions, select First Computer by clicking on the check box, then click Next. 3. In the next window, select USB, then click Next. 4. The next window appears, with information regarding Actiontec’s 24-hour, 7day-a-week Technical Support. If you have any problems, call 1.888.436.0657. Click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 5. The next window appears, with information regarding the items needed to set up the Modem. Click Next. 6. The next window appears. Get the Modem, take it out of its protective plastic bag, then click Next. 7. When the next window appears, get the Black Bag, take out the Power Cord and Black DSL Cable, then click Next.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 8. In the next window, read the instructions, plug the smaller end of the Power Cord into the Power Port on the back of the Modem, then click Next. 9. As shown in the next window, plug the larger end of the Power Cord into a Power Outlet, confirm the Power Light on the front of the Modem is solid green, then click Next. ☞ Note: Depending on the country, the picture in the previous figure may or may not reflect the type of power cord supplied. 10.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 11. When the next window appears, plug the other end of the Black DSL Cable into the Phone Jack nearest to the computer, then click Next. 12. When the next window appears, confirm the Power and Ready Lights on the Modem glow steadily green. This may take up to 30 seconds. Click Next. ☞ Note: If the Power and Ready Lights on the Modem are not solid green, confirm your DSL service provider has activated the DSL line, and check all connections to the Modem. 13.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 14. When the next window appears, plug the square end of the Purple (USB) Cable into the Purple Port on the back of the Modem, then click Next. 15. Another window appears. Plug the rectangular end of the Purple (USB) Cable into a USB port on the front or back of the computer, then click Next. ☞ Note: A USB port is shaped like a thin rectangle about 1/4 inch by 1/2 inch, and may be vertically or horizontally oriented. 16.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem ☞ Note: If the Power, Ready and Link Lights on the Modem are not solid green, check all connections to the Modem. If all connections are plugged in properly, call your DSL service provider. The Modem is connected to a computer via USB. Next, install the phone filters as described in “Installing the Phone Filters” on page 17. Installing Filters Filters allow the user to use the phone while online. All phones and other devices (answering machines, fax machines, etc.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. Plug a filter in every phone jack using the same number as the DSL line, then click Next. Caution: Do not install a filter in the phone jack used by the black DSL cable. 4. In the next window, read the instructions. Plug the loose end of the existing phone cord into a filter, keeping the other end connected to the device (phone, fax machine, answering machine, etc.). Click Next. 5.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 6. If you answered “No” in the previous window, go to “Setting up the DSL Connection” on page XX. If you answered “Yes,” the following window appears. Unplug the phone cord connected to the phone from its phone jack in the wall, the click Next. Caution: Do not unplug the black DSL cable from the phone jack near your computer. 7. When the next window appears, plug the loose end of the phone cord into a filter.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 8. The next window appears. Plug the phone filter into the Phone Jack on the back of the Modem. Do no plug the phone filter into the phone jack on the back of the computer. Your connections should look exactly as the configuration in the picture, below. Click Next. Setting Up the DSL Connection After connection the Modem and installing phone filters, the DSL connection must be configured.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem Basic Setup 1. If “Basic Setup” was chosen, the following window appears. Enter the appropriate user name and password in the text boxes. If no user name and password are needed, click on the check box next to “My ISP does not require this information.” Click Next. 2. The next window appears, and then a prompt requesting the user to restart the computer will appear. Select Yes. 3. When the computer has rebooted, the Modem is properly set up.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Advanced Setup 1. If “Advanced Setup” was chosen, enter the VPI and VCI settings in their appropriate boxes (if provided by the DSL service provider). If not provided with these settings, click the “Use the default VPI/VCI Settings” check box, then click Next. 2. The next windodow appears. Select the type of IP address used by the DSL service provider. Click Next. 3.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 4. When the computer has rebooted, the Modem is properly set up. Connecting Additional Computers Connecting Via Ethernet 1. Insert Disk 1 (Installation Buddy CD) in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The Installaton Buddy will start automatically. Wait until the following screen appears, read the onscreen instructions, then click Next. 2. The next window appears. Read the instructions, select Addtional Computer by clicking on the check box, then click Next.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. In the next window, select Ethernet, then click Next. 4. The next window appears, with information regarding Actiontec’s 24-hour, 7day-a-week Technical Support. If you have any problems, call 1.888.436.0657. Click Next. 5. The following window appears. Get the Yellow (Ethernet) Cable from the DSL Quick Start Kit, then click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 6. When the next window appears, plug one end of the Yellow (Ethernet) Cable into the Yellow Port on the back of the Modem, then click Next. 7. Another window appears. 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. The Modem is connected to a computer via Ethernet.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Connecting Via USB 1. Insert Disk 1 (Installation Buddy CD) in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The Installaton Buddy will start automatically. Wait until the following screen appears, read the onscreen instructions, then click Next. 2. The next window appears. Read the instructions, select Additional Computer by clicking on the check box, then click Next. 3. In the next window, select USB, then click Next.
Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 4. The next window appears, with information regarding Actiontec’s 24-hour, 7day-a-week Technical Support. If you have any problems, call 1.888.436.0657. Click Next. 5. The following window appears. Get the Purple (USB) Cable from the DSL Quick Start Kit, then click Next. 6. When the next window appears, plug square end of the Purple (USB) Cable into the Purple Port on the back of the Modem, then click Next.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 7. Another window appears. Plug the rectangular end of the Purple (USB) Cable into a USB port on the front or back of the computer, then click Next. ☞ Note: A USB port is shaped like a thin rectangle about 1/4 inch by 1/2 inch, and may be vertically or horizontally oriented. The Modem is connected to a computer via USB.
Using Advanced Settings 3 This chapter contains information regarding the advanced settings of the Modem, including WAN IP address options, port forwarding, and DMZ hosting. Accessing Advanced Settings To access the advanced settings of the Modem: 1. Open your Web browser. In the address bar type http://192.168.0.1 then press on your keyboard. 2. The “Main Menu” screen appears. Select Setup/Configuration.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. The “Setup/Configuration” screen appears. Select Advanced Setup from the menu on the left. 3. The following window appears. Click Begin Advanced Setup.
Chapter 3 Using Advanced Settings 3. The “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen appears. Choose the setting to be changed from the menu on the left, or click Next to go to the “WAN IP Address” screen. WAN IP Address Selecting WAN IP Address in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “WAN IP Address” screen. WAN IP Address allows manual set up of the broadband connection of the Modem.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual After selecting a connection type, click Next to continue configuring the connection. Configured as a Modem Select this option to use the Modem as a modem, connected to a single computer. Configured as a Router - Obtain an IP Address through PPPoE or PPPoA Select one of these options to allow the Modem to use the Point-to-Point over Ethernet (PPPoE) or Point-to-Point over ATM (PPPoA) protocol.
Chapter 3 Using Advanced Settings Host and domain name information may also be accessed ☞ Note: from the computer originally connected to the cable modem. Configured as a Router - Specify a Static IP Address Select this option if assigned a static (specific) IP Address by the ISP. Enter the IP Address, along with the Subnet Mask and Default Gateway Address (also provided by the ISP), in the “Broadband Connection via Static IP Address” screen.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual LAN IP Address Selecting LAN IP Address in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “LAN IP Address” screen. The value in the LAN IP Address text box is the IP address of the Modem as seen on the network. The LAN IP address of the Modem can be modified, but Actiontec recommends keeping the default factory setting (192.168.0.1). Address is modified, verify the the Modem’s ☞ Note: IfServer range is within the same subnet.
Chapter 3 Using Advanced Settings DHCP Server Configuration Clicking Next in the “DHCP Server” screen generates the “DHCP Server Configuration” screen. Change IP address range and DNS server information here. Beginning IP Address - the IP address at which the DHCP server starts assigning IP addresses. Actiontec recommends keeping the factory default setting (192.168.0.2). Ending IP Address - the IP Address at which the DHCP Server stops assigning IP addresses.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Services Blocking Selecting Services Blocking in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Services Blocking” screen. To modify Internet privileges (Web, FTP, Newsgroups, etc.) for the computers on the network: 1. Enter the computer’s IP address in the Enter IP Address: text box. 2. At the bottom of the screen, select the Internet service(s) to be blocked. 3.
Chapter 3 Using Advanced Settings Website Blocking Selecting Website Blocking in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Website Blocking” screen. This feature enables the Modem to block Web sites to all computers on the network. To block a Web site, enter the address of the Web site in the “Website” text box and click Add. The blocked Web site address will be displayed in the “Blocked Website List” text box, and will not be available to computers on the network.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Remote Management Selecting Remote Management in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “Remote Management” screen. Remote Management allows access to the Modem through the Internet via another computer. Actiontec recommends leaving the Remote Management Off (the factory default setting).
Chapter 3 Using Advanced Settings To remove forwarded ports, highlight them then click Remove. DMZ Hosting Selecting DMZ Hosting in the “Configuring the Advanced Settings” screen generates the “DMZ Hosting” screen. To use DMZ hosting, enter the IP address of the computer on the network to be used as a DMZ host in the “DMZ Host IP Address” text box, then click On. DMZ hosting is used to support online gaming and Internet conferencing services.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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. Some ISPs require a MAC address to validate a computer’s permission to be on their network.
Chapter 3 Using Advanced Settings Static Routing Selecting Static Routing in the “Configuring 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.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Status After configuring the Modem, settings can be viewed by selecting Status in the Main Menu. The “Current Status” screen appears, displaying many of the Modem’s settings. No settings (other than connecting or disconnecting from the Internet) can be changed from the Current Status screen.
Using Utilities 4 To access the Modems’ 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 Modem’s factory default settings restored, and the Modem’s firmware upgraded. Web Activity Log The Web Activity Log provides information about the Web sites each computer on the Modem’s network has visited.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual DSL Settings To access DSL Settings, select DSL Settings from the “Utilities” screen. The Modem’s VPI, VCI, and Mode settings can be changed from this screen. Actiontec recommends not changing these values without consulting the ISP. Restore Default Settings To restore the Modem to its factory default settings, select Restore Default Settings from the “Utilities” screen. When the “Restore Default Settings” screen appears, click Restore Default Settings.
Chapter 4 Using Utilities Upgrade Firmware Selecting Upgrade Firmware in the “Utilities” screen generates the “Upgrade Firmware” screen. Actiontec periodically posts firmware upgrades to enhance the Modem’s capabilities. To upgrade the Modem’s firmware: 1. Click the link in the “Upgrade Firmware” window and download the upgrade files to the hard drive of the computer. 2. Double-click on the upgrade file (upgrade.exe). 3. Click Start. The upgrade process begins.
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Troubleshooting and FAQs 5 This chapter contains a list of solutions to overcome problems the user may encounter, as well as answers to some of the more frequently asked questions about the Modem. Troubleshooting LAN Connection Failure Ensure the Modem is properly installed, the LAN connections are correct, and the power is on. If an Ethernet cable is being used to connect the Modem, ensure that it is a straight-through type cable, not a crossover cable. Ensure the LAN LED is on.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Verify the Modem’s settings are the same as the computer by clicking Status in the “Main Menu” screen. Time out error occurs when entering a URL or IP Address Verify the computers are working properly. Ensure the IP settings are correct. Ensure the Modem is on and connected properly. Verify the Modem LED is lit.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and FAQs What do each of the lights on my Modem mean? Power – when lit, indicates that power is being supplied to the Modem. Modem – when lit, indicates a cable or DSL modem is connected to the Modem. Activity – when flashing, indicates Internet activity over the Modem. May also flash when not connected to Internet (indicates communication between modem and Modem). Link – when lit, indicates a computer is connected to the Modem via Ethernet.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual How do I upgrade the Modem’s firmware? After bringing up the Utilities section of the Web Management Tool and selecting “Upgrade Firmware,” click “Upgrade Here.” (See Chapter 4 “Using Utilities,” for more information.) Another Web page appears, which contains the latest firmware available for the Modem, as well as firmware upgrades for other Actiontec products. Make sure you download firmware for the Modem.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and FAQs 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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. Select IP Address.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and FAQs 7. In the IP Address tab, activate “Obtain an IP address automatically” by clicking on the circle. When active, a black dot will appear in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone. 8. Click OK. The TCP/IP Properties window disappears. 9. In the Network window, click OK. The Network window disappears. 10. The “System Settings Change” window appears, asking whether the computer should be restarted. Click Yes. The computer restarts.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and FAQs 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.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 7. In the IP Address tab, activate “Obtain an IP address automatically” by clicking on the circle. When active, a black dot will appear in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone. 8. Click OK. The TCP/IP Properties window disappears. 9. If there is a check in the box next to “Detect connection to network media,” click on it to uncheck the box. 10. In the Network window, click OK. The Network window disappears. 11.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and FAQs 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Dialup Connections.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 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 there is more than one Local Area Connection 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. 7.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and FAQs 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.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 10. In the General tab, activate “Obtain an IP address automatically” by clicking on the circle. When active, a black dot will appear in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone. 12. Click OK. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window disappears. 13. In the “Local Area Connection Properties” window, click OK. The Local Area Connection Properties window disappears. 14. Click Close in the Local Area Connection Status window.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and FAQs 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network Connections.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 5. In the “Network Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection. A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If there is more than one Local Area Connection 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. 6. The “Local Area Connection Status” window appears. Select General, then click Properties. 7.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and FAQs 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, activate “Obtain an IP address automatically” by clicking on the circle. When active, a black dot will appear in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone. 11. Click OK. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window disappears.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 12. In the Local Area Connection Properties window, click OK. The Local Area Connection Properties window disappears. 13. Click Close in the Local Area Connection Status window. The window disappears. 14. Close the Network and Dial-up Connections window by clicking on the “x” button at the upper right corner of the window. The computer is now set up for DHCP.
A Setting Up Static IP Address To communicate with the Modem 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 Modem are on the same subnet. To set up static IP on a computer, select the operating system and follow the instructions. The following procedures are based on the Modem’s fac☞ Note: tory default address.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 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 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 numbers in the “IP Address” text box: 192.168.0.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 9. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Do not include the periods; they are automatically entered. 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 A Setting Up Static IP Address 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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 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 numbers in the “IP Address” text box: 192.
Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 9. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Do not include the periods; they are automatically entered. 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. The “System Settings Change” window appears, asking whether the computer should be restarted.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network and Dialup Connections.
Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 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 there is more than one Local Area Connection 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 USB/Ethernet DSL Modem 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 the circle next to “Obtain an IP Address automatically” is selected. When active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone. 11.
Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 12. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Do not include the periods; they are automatically entered. 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 USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 3. Another menu appears. Select Control Panel. 4. When the “Control Panel” window appears, double-click Network Connections.
Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 5. In the “Network Connections” window, double-click Local Area Connection. A number may be displayed after the Local Area Connection. If there is more than one Local Area Connection 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. 6. The “Local Area Connection Status” window appears. Select General, then click Properties.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 7. The “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears. Select 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 the circle next to “Obtain an IP Address automatically” is selected. When active, a black dot appears in the circle. If the circle already contains a black dot, leave it alone.
Appendix A Setting Up Static IP Address 11. Enter the following numbers in the “IP Address” text box: 198.162.0.2 Do not include the periods; they are automatically entered. 12. Enter the following numbers in the “Subnet mask” text box: 255.255.255.0 Do not include the periods; they are automatically entered. 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.
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B Specifications General Model Number GEU004AD9-01 (USB/Ethernet DSL Modem) Standards IEEE 802.3 (10BaseT) IEEE 802.3u (100BaseTX) G.dmt G.lite RFC 1483, 2364, 2516 Protocol CSMA/CD t1.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Certifcations FCC Class B FCC Class C (parts 15, 68) UL Environmental Power Input External, 12V DC, 1.
C MAC Address This appendix explains how to determine the MAC address of an Ethernet adapter installed on a computer. Select the operating system and follow the instructions. Windows 95, 98 1. Click Start, then Run. 2. The “Run” window appears. In the “Open” text box, enter: ipconfig/all 3. Click OK. The “IP Configuration” window appears. 4. Note the “Adapter Address,” which is the MAC address of the installed Ethernet adapter. Windows Me 1. Click Start, then Run. 2. The “Run” window appears.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Windows NT 4.0 1. Click Start, Programs, Command Prompt. 2. When the “Command Prompt” window appears, enter: ipconfig/all then press Enter on the keyboard. 3 A list of information about the Ethernet adapter appears. 4. Note the “Physical Address,” which is the MAC address of the installed Ethernet adapter. Macintosh 1. Select Apple, Control Panels, TCP/IP. 2. In the “TCP/IP” window, click Info. 3. The “TCP/IP Info” window appears.
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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 USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual 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 your 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. ISP Gateway Address An IP address for the Internet router.
Glossary Router A central device that manages the data traffic of your 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. WAN (Wide Area Network) A network that connects computers located in separate areas, (i.e., different buildings, cities, countries). The Internet is a WAN.
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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 USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Actiontec Electronics, Inc., may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC logo – United States only. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Limited Warranty Hardware: Actiontec Electronics, Inc., warrants to the end user (“Customer”) that this hardware product will be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS PRODUCT MAY INCLUDE OR BE BUNDLED WITH THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE, THE USE OF WHICH IS GOVERNED BY A SEPARATE END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT. THIS ACTIONTEC ELECTRONICS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO SUCH THIRDPARTY SOFTWARE. FOR THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT GOVERNING THE USE OF SUCH SOFTWARE.
Limited Warranty NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS.
Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Governing Law: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A., excluding its conflicts of laws and principles, and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.
