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USB/Ethernet
DSL Gateway
Model #: GT704
Firmware Version: 3.0.1.0.5.6d-GT704-WG
User Manual
Ver 2.0
™
Solutions for the Digital Life
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Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Package Contents 1 Minimum System Requirements 2 Features 2 Getting to Know the Gateway 4 2 Setting Up the Gateway 7 Connecti
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual 6 Using Utilities 61 Web Activity Log 61 System Log 62 DSL Settings 63 Restore Default Settings 64 Upgrade Firmware
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Introduction 1 Thank you for purchasing the Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL 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 home office or small business. If you want to take your computing to the next level, the Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success. Package Contents s Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway s Power cord s Phone filters s DSL cable s Yellow (
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Minimum System Requirements s Internet DSL service s Compatible laptop, desktop, or Macintosh computer with an available Ethernet or USB (USB compatible with PCs only) s Microsoft Windows 98, 98 Second Edition (SE), Millennium Edition (Me), NT 4.0, 2000, XP; Mac OS 7.1 and above Note: USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows ☞ 95 and NT 4.0, or any Mac OS. s Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher (5.x recommended
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction s Built-in NAT, DHCP server s DNS relay support s PAP/CHAP authentication, administrative passwords through Telnet s Compliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard s 10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (4) s Flow control support for Fast Ethernet s Web-based configuration setup s Default configuration backup restore s FTP firmware upgradeable s Web download support 2 3
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Getting to Know the Gateway This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s lights, ports, etc. The Gateway contains several indicator lights (LEDs) on its front panel and a series of ports on its rear panel. Front Panel The front panel of the Gateway features eight lights: Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet (4), and USB. Power Light The Power light displays the Gateway’s current status. If the Power light glows ste
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Internet Light When the Internet light glows steadily, the Gateway is connected to the DSL provider. When it flashes, the Gateway’s built-in DSL modem is training for your DSL service. Ethernet Lights The Ethernet lights illuminate when the Gateway is connected via one or more of its Ethernet ports. USB Light The USB light illuminates when the Gateway is connected via its USB port. Rear Panel The rear panel of the Gateway
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual USB Port The USB port is used to connect a computer to the Gateway via USB cable. Note: It is not recommended to perform a recovery or update ☞ for the Gateway from a computer connected via USB. Ethernet Ports The Ethernet ports are used to connect computers to the Gateway via Ethernet cable. The 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.
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Setting Up 2 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 or Ethernet (see “Setting Up a Network” on
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click Next. 3. Click in the check box next to Ethernet (Recommended), then click Next. 8 9
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 4. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer are included in the kit, then click Next. 5. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next. 8 9
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 6. Get the Power cord and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Gateway, then click Next. 7. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then click Next. 10 11
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 8. Click the On/Off switch to its on position (as shown in the picture on- screen), then click Next. 9. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Gateway glows solid green, then click Next. 10 11
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 10. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into a yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Gateway, then click Next. 11. 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. 12 13
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 12. Make sure one of the Ethernet lights on the front of the Gateway glows solid green. Click Next. 13. Get the black or gray DSL cable from the kit and plug one end into the gray Line port on the rear panel of the Gateway. Click Next. 12 13
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 14. Plug the other end of the black or gray DSL cable into the phone jack clos- est to the computer. Click Next. 15. Make sure the DSL light on the Gateway glows solid green (this may take a few moments). Click Next. The Gateway is connected to a computer via Ethernet. Next, install the filters as described in “Installing Filters” on page 22. 14 15
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway Connecting Via USB 1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The Installation Buddy starts automatically. Wait until the following screen appears, read the on-screen instructions, then click Next. 2. Read the instructions, select Initial Setup by clicking on the appropriate check box, then click Next. 14 15
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 3. Click the check box next to USB, then click Next. 4. Make sure the items needed to connect the Gateway to the first computer are included in the kit, then click Next. 16 17
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Gateway 5. Get the Gateway from the kit, then click Next. 6. Get the Power cord and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Gateway, then click Next. 16 17
