ActionTec GT701R User manual

USB/Ethernet

DSL Modem

Model #: GT701R

Firmware Version:

QW05.5-3.60.3.0.7.6-GT701

User Manual

Ver 1.1

Solutions for the Digital Life™

Table of Contents

1 Introduction 1

Package Contents 1

Minimum System Requirements 1

Features 2

Technical Support 5

2 Using Qwest DSL 9

Connecting to the Internet 9

Disconnecting from the Internet 9

3 Performing a Quick Setup 11

Quick Setup 11

Connection Status Box 14

Changing the User Name and Password 15

4 Setting up Static IP Addresses 17

Configuring for a Single Static IP Address 17

Configuring for a Block of Static IP Addresses 21

VIP Mode 24

5 Monitoring the Modem’s Status 25

General Status 25

IP Traffic QoS Status 26

LAN Status 26

NAT Table 27

Routing Table 27

WAN Status 28

Active User List 29

6 Configuring Advanced Settings 31

Accessing Advanced Setup 31

Services Blocking 32

Website Blocking 33

DSL Settings 33

DHCP Settings 34

LAN IP Address 35

WAN IP Address 36

IP QoS Settings Upstream 40

IP QoS Settings Downstream 42

Remote Management/Telnet 43

Dynamic Routing (RIP) 44

Static Routing 44

Admin User Name and Password 45

Advanced Port Forwarding 46

Applications 47

DMZ Hosting 48

Firewall 48

NAT (Network Address Translation) 49

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7 Using the Modem’s Utilities 51

Reboot 52

Restore Default Settings 53

Upgrade Firmware 53

Web Activity Log 54

8 Troubleshooting 55

A Reference 59

Locating Computer Information 59

Locating Windows Operating System Files 60

B Setting up Static IP on a Computer 63

Windows 98 SE 63

Windows Me 66

Windows 2000 69

Windows XP 73

C Computer Security 77

Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem 77

Modem Security 78

Computer Security 78

Electronic Security 79

D Specifications 81

General 81

LED Indicators 82

Environmental 82

E Glossary 83

F Firewall Security Levels 87

Off (No Firewall Security) 87

Low Security Level 88

Medium Security Level 89

High Security Level 90

Custom Security Level 91

G Setting up a Non-Windows System 93

Classic 93

OS X 95

Connecting to the ISP 96

H Additional Technical Support Options 99

Self Help 99

Basic Setup Support: Getting Online 99

Advanced Feature Support 100

Networking (LAN) Support 100

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Notices 103

Regulatory Compliance Notices 103

Modifications 103

Miscellaneous Legal Notices 104

Limited Warranty 105

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem. The Modem

is the simplest way to connect computers to a 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 USB/Ethernet DSL Modem is

sure to be one of the keys to your success.

Power DSL

InternetEthernet

USB

Power

DSL

Internet

Ethernet

USB

Package Contents

s Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem

s Power adapter

s Phone filters (provided by Qwest)

s DSL cable

s Ethernet cable

s USB cable

s Installation CD-ROM (provided by Qwest)

s Welcome letter (provided by Qwest)

Minimum System Requirements

s Active DSL service

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

connection

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s Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Windows Millennium Edition

(Me), Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Mac OS 9.0 - 9.2.1, or

Mac OS X+

☞ Note: USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft NT 4.0 or

Mac OS.

s Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher (6.x recommended) or Netscape Navigator

4.0 or higher (4.7 recommended)

s TCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer

Features

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

The Modem has several indicator lights (LEDs) on its front panel and a series of

ports on its rear panel.

Front Panel

The front panel of the Modem features five lights: Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet,

and USB.

Power DSL

InternetEthernet USB

Power

DSL

Internet Ethernet

USB

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Power Light

The Power light displays the Modem’s current status. If the Power light glows

steadily green, the Modem is receiving power and fully operational. When it is

rapidly flashing, the Modem is initializing. If the Power light is not illuminated

or glows solid red or amber when the power cord is plugged in, the Modem has

suffered a critical error and technical support should be contacted.

DSL Light

The DSL light illuminates when the Modem is connected to a live DSL line. If the

DSL light is flashing, the Modem is attempting to establish DSL connectivity.

Internet Light

When the Internet light glows steadily green, the Modem is connected to the DSL

provider. When it glows steadily red, the Modem has failed to connect to the ISP.

☞ Note: The Internet light may flicker green, which indicates that

IP traffic is being transmitted.

Ethernet Light

The Ethernet light illuminates when the Modem is connected via its Ethernet Port.

☞ Note: The Ethernet light may flicker green, which indicates that

IP traffic is being transmitted.

USB Light

The USB light illuminates when the Modem is connected via its USB port.

☞ Note: The USB light may flicker green, which indicates that IP

traffic is being transmitted.

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Rear Panel

The rear panel of the Modem contains four ports (Phone, USB, Ethernet, and

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

Power

USB

Ethernet

Phone

Reset

Phone Port

The Phone port is used to connect a DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) connection to

the Modem.

USB Port

The USB port is used to connect a computer to the Modem via USB cable.

Ethernet Port

The Ethernet port is used to connect computers to the Modem via Ethernet

cable, and is a 10/100 Mbps port.

Reset Button

To restore the Modem’s factory default settings, depress and hold the Reset but-

ton for approximately 10 seconds, or until the Power light glows amber. The

reset process will start about 10 seconds after releasing the Reset button.

Power Switch

The Power switch turns the Modem on and off (on if the top part of the switch

is depressed, off if the bottom is depressed).

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Power Port

The Power port is used to connect the power cord to the Modem.

N Warning: Do not unplug the power cord from the Modem dur-

ing the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent damage

to the Modem.

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/internethelp/

Basic Setup Support

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

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

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

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