ActionTec DSL GATEWAY GT704 User Manual

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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Gateway User Manual
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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.
Powe
r
DSL
Internet
Etherne
t
USB
Power
DSL
Internet
Ethernet
1
2
3
4
USB
1
2
3
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 operational. When the
Power light flashes rapidly, the Gateway is initializing. If the Power light is not
illuminated when the Power cord is plugged in and the Power switch is turned
on, the Gateway has suffered a critical error and technical support should be
contacted.
DSL Light
The DSL light illuminates when the Gateway is connected to a DSL line.

ActionTec DSL GATEWAY GT704 Specifications

General

Brand	ActionTec
Model	DSL GATEWAY GT704
Category	Gateway
Language	English

Summary

Setting Up the Gateway

Connecting a Computer: Overview

Connecting Via Ethernet

Step-by-step guide for connecting via Ethernet using the Installation Buddy.

Connecting Via USB

Step-by-step guide for connecting via USB using the Installation Buddy.

Configuring DSL Connection

Instructions for configuring the DSL connection via Auto Detect or Manual setup.

Performing a Basic Setup

Basic Setup Procedure

Guide for basic configuration if Installation Buddy was not used.

Change Admin Credentials

Using Advanced Setup

Accessing Advanced Setup

Steps to access the Gateway's advanced configuration screens via web browser.

WAN IP Address Configuration

Network Connection Types

LAN IP and DHCP Settings

Covers configuring the Local Area Network IP address and DHCP server.

Network Services Configuration

Covers Port Forwarding, DMZ Hosting, Dynamic Routing, NAT, Static Routing.

Security Features

Details on configuring the Firewall for network security.

Viewing the Gateway’s Status

General Status Overview

WAN Status Details

LAN Status and Active Users

Using Utilities

DSL Settings Management

Restore Defaults and Firmware Upgrade

Groups Restore Default Settings and Upgrade Firmware procedures.

Setting Up a Network

Connecting via Ethernet

Step-by-step guide to connect computers via Ethernet.

Connecting via USB

Step-by-step guide to connect computers via USB.

Troubleshooting

Internet Connectivity Issues

Covers common problems like 'Cannot Use the Internet' and connection verification.

Setting Up Static IP on the Computer

Windows 98 SE Setup

Windows Me Setup

Windows 2000 Setup

Windows XP Setup

Computer Security

Gateway Security Measures

Non-Windows System Setup

Classic Macintosh Setup

Mac OS X Setup