ActionTec 1524 User manual

Table of Contents

1Introduction 1

Package Contents 1

Minimum System Requirements 1

Features 2

Technical Support 4

2Setting Up the Gateway 7

Warning! 7

Connecting a Computer to the Gateway 8

Installing Phone Filters 21

Setting Up the DSL Connection 25

3Using Qwest DSL 29

Connecting to the Internet 29

Disconnecting from the Internet 29

4Basic Setup 31

Basic Setup 31

5Static IP Address on the Gateway 35

Configuring for a Single Static IP Address 35

Configuring for a Block of Static IP Addresses 39

6Advanced Setup 45

Accessing Advanced Setup 45

WAN IP Address 46

LAN IP Address 53

DHCP Server 54

Services Blocking 56

Website Blocking 57

VPN Pass Through 57

Remote Management 58

Port Forwarding 59

DMZ Hosting 60

Firewall 61

Dynamic Routing 61

NAT (Network Address Translation) 62

Static Routing 62

MAC Address Cloning 63

Status 64

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7Using Utilities 69

Web Activity Log 69

DSL Settings 70

Restore Default Settings 70

Upgrade Firmware 71

8Building a Network 73

Ethernet 73

USB 76

Wireless 80

9Troubleshooting 83

AReference 87

Locating Computer Information 87

Locating Windows Operating System Files 88

Wiring Information 90

BStatic IP Address on the Computer 93

Windows 98 and 98 SE 93

Windows Me 96

Windows 2000 99

Windows XP 103

CComputer Security 109

Securing the Gateway and Computer 109

DSpecifications 113

General 113

Wireless Operating Range 114

LED Indicators 114

Environmental 114

EGlossary 115

FSecurity Level Services Table 119

High Security Level 119

Medium Security Level 120

Low Security Level 120

Basic Security Level 120

Acronym Definitions 121

GNon-Windows System Setup 123

Classic 123

OS X 125

Connecting to the ISP 126

Notices 129

Regulatory Compliance Notices 129

Modifications 129

Limited Warranty 131

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec Wireless-Ready Gateway. The Gateway is

the simplest way to connect multiple computers to a single high-speed broadband

connection. This easy-to-use product is perfect for the office or small business. If

you want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec Wireless-Ready

Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success.

Package Contents

Four-Port Actiontec Wireless-Ready Gateway

Power adapter

Phone filters

DSL cable

Ethernet cable

USB cable

Installation CD-ROM

Quick start guides

Minimum System Requirements

Active DSL service

Computer with an 10 Mbps or 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection, or USB

connection

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Microsoft Windows 95,Windows 98,Windows 98 Second Edition (SE),

Windows Millennium Edition (Me), Windows NT 4.0,Windows 2000,

Windows XP,MacOS 7.1+, Mac OS 8.0+, Mac OS 9.0+, or Mac OS X+

☞Note:USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows

95,Windows NT 4.0,and Mac OS.

Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher (5.x recommended) or Netscape Navigator

4.0 or higher (4.7 recommended)

TCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer

Features

This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s lights, ports, etc.

The Gateway has several indicator lights (LEDs) on its front panel, a series of ports

on its rear panel, and two PCMCIA card slots on its left panel (when viewed from

the front).

Front Panel

The front panel of the Four-Port Gateway features seven lights: Power, Internet,

Wireless, and Ethernet Network (4).

Power Light - The Power Light displays the Gateway’s current status. If the

Power Light glows steadily green, the Gateway is receiving power and fully oper-

ational. When the Power Light is rapidly flashing, the Gateway is initializing. If

Power

Internet

Wireless

Ethernet Network

Chapter 1 Introduction

the Power Light is not illuminated when the power cord is plugged in, the

Gateway has suffered a critical error and technical support should be contacted.

Internet Light - When the Internet Light glows steadily, the Gateway is connect-

ed to the DSL provider. When it flashes, the Gateway’s built-in DSL modem is

training for your DSL service..

Wireless Light - When the Wireless Light glows steadily, the Gateway is ready

for wireless networking.

Ethernet Network Light(s) - The Ethernet Network Lights glow when a net-

work link is established with a computer. A flashing Light signifies network traf-

fic across the specific Ethernet connection.

Left Side Panel

The left side panel of the Gateway features two PC Card slots. These slots can be

used to enable the Gateway for wireless networking.

☞Note:The upper PC Card slot is used for the Actiontec Wireless

Networking PC Card. The lower slot is reserved for future products.

Rear Panel

The rear panel of the Gateway contains eight ports (Ethernet [4], Line, Phone,

USB,and Power), as well as a Reset switch.

Ethernet Ports - Used to connect computers to the Gateway via Ethernet cable.

All four Ethernet ports are 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing ports, and either a

straight-through or crossover Ethernet cable can be used when connecting to

the ports.

Line

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Reset

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Phone

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Line Port - Used to connect the Gateway to a DSL (Digital Subcriber Line) con-

nection.

Phone Port - Used to connect a telephone to the Gateway.

USB Port - Used to connect a computer to the Gateway via USB cable.

Power Port - Used to connect the Power Cord to the Gateway.

Reset Switch - Depressing the reset switch for one or two seconds will power

cycle (similar to unplugging and then plugging in the Gateway’s power cord) the

Gateway. To restore the Gateway’s factory default settings, depress and hold the

Reset Switch for approximately 10 seconds. The reset process will start about 10

seconds after releasing the Reset Switch.

Warning:Do not unplug the power cord from the Gateway

during the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent

damage to the Gateway.

Technical Support

Self Help

To obtain answers to DSL configuration questions, visit the Qwest DSL Actiontec

support page at this address:

http://www.qwest.com/dsl/customerservice/Actiontec1520.html

A help page is also available on the main page of the Actiontec DSL Gateway Web

interface. Enter

192.168.0.1

in the browser’s address text box, and when the first screen appears, click HELP.

Basic Setup Support

If unable to access the Internet, look at the Internet light on the front of the DSL

Gateway. If the light is solid green,call the ISP immediately. If it is not solid

green,call Qwest at 1-800-247-7285.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Other Problems

Contact the ISP if experiencing problems with:

DHCP addressing configuration

Static IP addressing configuration

Transparent bridging configuration

Contact Qwest at 1-800-247-7285 for:

DSL service outage support and repair

DSL service installation support

NIC card installation of the Qwest-supplied Realtek NIC Card

☞Note:Before attempting any of the above, make sure access to

the Internet is available.

Advanced Feature Support

Qwest DSL technical support provides the following advanced feature support for the

Actiontec DSL Gateway. Contact Qwest at 1-800-247-7285 for configuration assistance.

Enabling Website Blocking

Enabling VPN Pass-Through

Enabling/Disabling NAT

Firewall configuration

Changing the LAN IP address of the DSL Gateway

Enabling Services Blocking

Enabling/Disabling DHCP

VIP feature

These features are supported in the Gateway only. Implementation of the above

features within the network (LAN) is not supported.

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Wired/Wireless Upgrade

Wired and wireless upgrade installation support is available from Actiontec free

of charge if the wired/wireless equipment was purchased from Actiontec.

Contact Actiontec at 1-888-436-0675 for installation and configuration support

information.

Networking (LAN) Support

If a wired/wireless network has been set up and support is needed in one of the

following areas:

LAN support of multiple computers and peripherals;

Microsoft Windows Networking;

Microsoft Internet Connection Sharing (ICS);

Advanced LAN configuration with multiple computers;

Non-Actiontec-provided network card/Ethernet cable installation, configu-

ration, or troubleshooting;

Commercial firewall software configuration;

contact the Actiontec Pay For Support Center at 1-888-825-9025.Actiontec net-

working support is provided for a fee of $29.95 per incident. Other fee-based fea-

ture support includes:

Port Forwarding (Static NAT)

Static Routing

MAC Address Cloning

Third-party vendor wireless equipment configuration

DMZ Hosting

NAT Routes

RIP (Dynamic Routing)

This support service does not include an on-site field technician.

To purchase Actiontec wireless cards and peripherals, visit the Actiontec Web site at

www.actiontecstore.com/qwest

Setting Up

the Gateway

The instructions that follow parallel the steps contained in the Actiontec Installation

Buddy™,which provides a visual guide to setting up the Gateway. It is recommended

the user run the Installation Buddy first, before attempting any other procedures.

To set up the Gateway, it must be connected to a computer, and then configured.

After connecting this first computer, other computers can be added to the network

via USB,Ethernet, or wirelessly (see “Building a Network” on page 63).

Warning!

Read the following two sections (Alarm System, Automatic Water Heater)

before proceeding with any installation!

Alarm System

If your home or business has an alarm system and Qwest DSL shares the same

phone line, you have special wiring needs. If you did not order a technician install

at the time of sale, please contact Qwest Sales as soon as possible to order and

schedule your installation.

If you security alarm is wired incorrectly, it may not be able to make a notification

call when the alarm is triggered. Professional wiring is required to insure interoper-

ability. Do not attempt the installtion yourself. Qwest strongly recommends that

you contact your security organization for more information about your security

alarm system before you attempt to install Qwest DSL.Qwest also strongly recom-

mends that you contact your security organization after installing Qwest DSL to

have them conduct a test of your alarm system.

Automatic Water Meter

If your home or office has an automatic water meter that uses the same phone line

as the Qwest DSL Gateway, you must put a DSL Phone Filter on the water meter.

Call your water company for help when installing the DSL Phone Filter on your

water meter.

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Connecting a Computer to the Gateway

Connecting a computer to the Gateway for setup involves three basic steps: initial

setup, plugging in the Gateway’s Power Cord, and connecting the Gateway to the

computer.

☞Note:The following procedures are for U.S.installations only.

Connecting Via Ethernet

1. Insert the Installation CD-ROM 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.

3. Read the instructions, select First Computer by clicking on the proper check

box, then click Next.

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