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ActionTec MI424-WR - User Manual

ActionTec MI424-WR
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Wireless
Broadband
Router
Model #: MI424WR
Firmware Version: 4.0.16.1.44.28
User Manual
Ver 2.0
Solutions for the Digital Life

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ActionTec MI424-WR Specifications

General IconGeneral
Wireless Standards802.11b/g
Frequency Band2.4 GHz
Ethernet Ports4 x 10/100 Mbps
WAN Ports1 x 10/100 Mbps
SecurityWEP, WPA, WPA2
Weight0.75 lbs
FirewallSPI, NAT

Summary

Connecting the Router

Setting Up the Router

Outlines the main steps for initial router setup.

Connecting the Cables

Provides step-by-step instructions for connecting the router's cables.

Configuring the Router

Guides users through the initial web-based configuration of the router.

Login

Explains how to log into the router's administrative interface.

Login Setup

Details how to set a new username and password for router access.

Home

Describes the main screen of the router's control panel.

Advanced

Accesses advanced configuration options for the router.

Connecting Other Computers;Set Top Boxes

Instructions for connecting additional devices to the router.

Ethernet

Instructions for connecting devices via Ethernet.

Wireless

Instructions for connecting devices wirelessly.

Coaxial

Instructions for connecting devices via coaxial cable.

Computer Network Configuration

Guides on configuring computer network settings.

Configuring a Computer to Use Dynamic IP Addressing

Steps to configure Windows XP for automatic IP address acquisition.

Configuring My Network Settings

Accessing My Network

How to navigate to the 'My Network' section of the router interface.

Network Status

Displays the status of the router's network and internet connection.

My Network

Lists connected devices and their network status.

Using My Network

How to access and manage connected devices on the network.

Enable Application (Port Forwarding)

Guides on setting up port forwarding for applications.

Creating a Wireless Network

Overview

Introduces wireless networking standards and default security.

Wireless Network Connection

Explains wireless networking screens and properties.

Wireless Setup

Configures wireless network settings like SSID and mode.

Enable Wireless

Controls the router's wireless functionality on and off.

Status

Shows the current status of the wireless connection.

SSID

Sets the network name for wireless connections.

Configure Wireless Access Point

Configures the wireless access point settings.

Wireless Access Point

Detailed configuration for the wireless access point.

Advanced Wireless Options

Advanced settings for wireless transmission and security.

Wireless Security

Configures security settings for the wireless network.

WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)

Steps to configure WPA security for wireless connections.

802.1 X WEP

Details on configuring 802.1X WEP security.

Using Network Connections

Network Connections

Accesses the router's network connection configuration screen.

Network (Home;Office)

Configuration for the local area network (LAN) settings.

Configuring the Home;Office Network

Guides on configuring the home/office network settings.

DHCP Server

Configures the router to act as a DHCP server.

Configuring the Ethernet Connection

Guides on configuring the Ethernet connection settings.

Configure Coax

Guides on configuring the coaxial connection settings.

Configuring the Broadband Ethernet Connection

Guides on configuring the broadband Ethernet connection.

Configuring the Coax Broadband Connection

Guides on configuring the coaxial broadband connection.

Configuring the WAN PPPoE Connection

Guides on configuring the WAN PPPoE connection.

General

General parameters for WAN PPPoE connection.

Configuring the Router’s Security

General

Configures the router's basic security settings and firewall levels.

Access Control

Restricts local network access to specific internet services.

Port Forwarding

Enables internet access to specified local network services.

DMZ Host

Designates a host to receive traffic not belonging to known sessions.

Allow or Restrict Services

Allows viewing and setting permissions for network services.

DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) Host

Designates a host to receive traffic not belonging to known sessions.

Port Triggering

Dynamically opens firewall ports based on traffic triggers.

Advanced Filtering

Controls firewall behavior with specific input/output rules.

Using Parental Controls

Activating Parental Controls

Steps to activate the parental control service.

Creating a Filtering Policy

Defines rules to block or allow specific website categories.

Using Advanced Settings

Monitoring the Router

Troubleshooting

Accessing the Router if Locked Out

Common methods to regain access to a locked-out router.

Restoring the Router’s Default Settings

Procedures to restore the router to its factory default settings.

LAN Connection Failure

Checks and resolves issues related to LAN connection failures.

Time out error occurs when entering a URL or IP Address

Troubleshoots timeout errors when entering URLs or IP addresses.

How do I change the password on the Router’s Graphic User Interface?

Steps to change the router's administrator password.

My computer cannot connect to the Internet via MoCA. What should I do?

Troubleshooting steps for MoCA internet connection issues.

I used DHCP to configure my network. Do I need to restart my computer to refresh my IP address?

Instructions on refreshing IP addresses after DHCP configuration.

I cannot access the Router’s Graphical User Interface? What should I do?

Troubleshooting steps for accessing the router's GUI.

Quality Of Service

Traffic Priority

Manages inbound/outbound priority rules for network devices.

Setting Priority Rules

Defines rules to set traffic priority for devices.

Traffic Shaping

Manages and avoids network congestion by shaping traffic.

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