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54 Mbps
Wireless
DSL Gateway
Model #: GT701-WG
User Manual
™
Solutions for the Digital Life
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Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Package Contents 1 Minimum System Requirements 1 Features 2 Technical Support 5 2 Setting Up the Gateway
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 8 Setting Up a Network 85 Ethernet 85 USB 91 9 Troubleshooting 97 A Reference 101 Locating Computer Info
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Introduction 1 Thank you for purchasing the A c t i o ntec 54 Mbps Wireless Gateway. The Gateway 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 A c t i o ntec 54 Mbps Wireless Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success. Package Contents s A c t i o ntec 54 Mbps Wireless Gateway s Power adapter s Phone filters s DSL ca
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction s Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Windows Millennium Edition (Me), Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Mac OS 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. 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 co
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction 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 operational. When the Power Light is rapidly flashing, the Gateway is initializing. If 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. DSL Light The DSL light illumi
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Rear Panel The rear panel of the Gateway contains eight ports (Ethernet [4], Line, Phone, USB, and Power), as well as a Reset switch. Line Port Used to connect the Gateway to a DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) connection. Phone Port Used to connect a telephone to the Gateway. USB Port Used to connect a computer to the Gateway via USB cable. Ethernet Port Used to connect computers to the Gateway via Ethernet cable. The Ether
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Power Port Used to connect the Power Cord to the Gateway. Warning: Do not unplug the power cord from the Gateway N 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 A c t i o ntec support page at this address: http://www.qwest.com/dsl/customerservice/Actiontecgt701-wg.html A help page is al
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction s DSL service installation support 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 A c t i o ntec DSL Gateway. Contact Qwest at 1-800-247-7285 for configuration assistance. s Enabling Website Blocking s Enabling VPN Pass-Through s Enabling/Disabling NAT s Firewall
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction s Microsoft Internet Connection Sharing (ICS); s Advanced LAN configuration with multiple computers; s Non- A c t i o ntec-provided network card/Ethernet cable installation, configu- ration, or troubleshooting; s Commercial firewall software configuration; contact the Actiontec Pay For Support Center at 1-888-825-9025. A c t i o ntec net- working support is provided for a fee of $29.95 per incident. Other fee-based fe
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Setting Up 2 the Gateway The instructions that follow parallel the steps contained in the A c t i o ntec 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 “Setting
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 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 in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The Installation Buddy will start automatica
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 3. Select the appropriate modem payment option, then click Next. 4. Read the on-screen instructions regarding the terms and agreements of the rental contract, click in the white circle next to I accept this agreement, then click Next. Note: If “I purchased my modem from Qwest” was selected in ☞ step 3, go directly to step 5. 10 11
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 5. Click the check box next to Ethernet (Recommended), then click Next. 6. Get the Welcome Letter (or ISP Worksheet) provided by the ISP. Click Next. 12 13
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 7. Read the on-screen information concerning home security alarms, then click Next. 8. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer on included in the kit, then click Next. 12 13
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 9. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next. 10. Get the Power cord from the black bag and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Gateway, then click Next. 14 15
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 11. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then click Next. 12. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green, then click Next. 14 15
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 13. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into a Yellow port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next. 14. Plug the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the back of the computer. Click Next. Note: An Ethernet port looks similar to a phone jack, but is ☞ slightly larger. 16 17
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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 15. Make sure the Ethernet Network light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next. 16. Get the green cable from the kit and plug one end into the green Line port on the rear panel of the Gateway. Click Next. 16 17
