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ActionTec T1200H User Manual

ActionTec T1200H
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VDSL2/GigE
Wireless 11n
Gateway
Model #: T1200H, T2200H
User Manual
Ver 1.0
Solutions for the Digital Life

Table of Contents

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ActionTec T1200H Specifications

General IconGeneral
WAN Ports1
LAN Ports4
Wireless Standard802.11n
Wireless Frequency Bands2.4 GHz
Maximum Wireless Speed300 Mbps
DSL CompatibilityADSL2+
USB Port1 x USB 2.0
FirewallYes
VPN SupportYes
Security ProtocolsWPA2
DSL TechnologyADSL2+

Summary

Introduction

Minimum System Requirements

Details the hardware and software specifications needed to use the gateway.

Features

Lists the key capabilities and technologies supported by the wireless gateway.

Getting to Know the Gateway

Provides an overview of the gateway's physical components, ports, and indicator lights.

Using the Home Screen

Accessing the Home Screen

Guides users on how to launch and access the gateway's web-based configuration interface.

Icon Bar

Explains the main navigation icons available on the gateway's home screen interface.

General Information

Details the Summary, Product Info, and Login Status sections of the home screen.

Connection Status

Describes the WAN and wireless connection status parameters displayed on the home screen.

Home Network

Explains the section that displays devices connected to the gateway's network.

Firewall/Diagnostics

Covers the firewall status display and available diagnostic tools on the home screen.

Configuring Wireless Settings

Accessing Wireless Settings

Provides instructions on how to navigate to the wireless configuration sections of the gateway.

Basic Settings

Covers enabling the wireless radio and configuring basic SSID and security settings.

WEP

Details the configuration options for WEP wireless security, including key setup.

WEP + 802.1x

Explains how to set up WEP security using a RADIUS server for authentication.

Advanced Settings

Discusses advanced wireless parameters like compatibility mode, channel width, and power save.

WPS

Guides users on setting up Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for easy wireless device connection.

Wireless MAC Authentication

Describes how to control wireless network access by allowing or denying specific MAC addresses.

Wireless Distribution System

Explains how to set up a network of access points using the Wireless Distribution System (WDS).

Configuring Firewall Settings

Accessing Firewall Settings

Provides instructions on how to navigate to the firewall configuration sections of the gateway.

Firewall

Details how to configure firewall security levels, WAN PING block mode, and service allowances.

IPv6 Firewall

Explains how to configure firewall settings specifically for IPv6 traffic.

Port Forwarding

Guides users on setting up port forwarding rules to expose specific applications to the Internet.

Applications

Describes how to set up port forwarding for common applications based on their category.

DMZ Hosting

Explains how to configure a device in the DMZ to bypass firewall restrictions for Internet access.

IPv6 DMZ Hosting

Details DMZ hosting configuration specifically for IPv6 addresses.

UPnP

Guides users on enabling or disabling Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for automatic network configuration.

Configuring Advanced Setup

Accessing Advanced Setup

Provides instructions on how to navigate to the advanced configuration sections of the gateway.

Services Blocking

Details how to prevent specific devices from accessing particular internet services.

Website Blocking

Guides users on blocking access to specific websites for all devices on the network.

Scheduling Access

Explains how to set up specific times or days for devices to access the internet.

DSL Bonding Settings (T2200H only)

Covers configuration options for utilizing one or both DSL lines in bonded mode.

WAN IP Addressing

Guides users on manually configuring the WAN IP address and ISP connection protocols.

IPv6 LAN Settings

Details how to configure the gateway's IPv6 local area network (LAN) settings.

DHCP Reservation

Explains how to assign permanent IP addresses to specific devices using DHCP reservation.

LAN IP and DHCP Settings

Covers changing the default LAN IP address and configuring DHCP server settings.

IPv6 WAN Settings

Guides users on setting up IPv6 Wide Area Network (WAN) connection parameters.

Dynamic DNS

Details how to configure Dynamic DNS to associate a hostname with the gateway's IP address.

DNS Host Mapping

Explains how to create static hostnames for specific IP addresses on the WAN or LAN.

Port Bridging

Guides users on enabling or disabling the port bridging functionality.

HPNA Settings

Details how to enable Home Phoneline Networking Alliance (HPNA) networking.

Admin Password

Provides instructions on how to change the administrator password for accessing the gateway.

Storage Service

Describes how to access information about connected storage devices.

Rebooting the Gateway

Explains the procedure for restarting the gateway to apply settings or resolve issues.

Restoring Factory Default Settings

Guides users on resetting the gateway to its original factory default configuration.

Speed Test

Details how to perform a speed test to measure internet connection performance.

Ping Test

Explains how to perform a ping test to check internet connectivity and latency.

TCP Dump Debug

Describes using TCP Dump for debugging network traffic, intended for experienced technicians.

Iperf Test

Guides users on performing an Iperf test to measure network throughput.

IPv6 Ping Test

Explains how to perform a ping test to check IPv6 internet connectivity.

Traceroute

Details how to use Traceroute to determine the path packets take across a network.

IPv6 Traceroute

Explains how to use Traceroute to determine the path for IPv6 network traffic.

Time Zone

Guides users on setting the correct time zone for the gateway.

Language Settings

Explains how to change the language of the gateway's graphical user interface (GUI).

HPNA Diagnostics

Details how to perform diagnostic tests on Home Phoneline Networking Alliance (HPNA) connections.

DNS Cache

Explains how to enable or disable the gateway's DNS caching functionality.

IGMP Settings

Covers configuration of IGMP settings for managing multicast traffic.

Upgrade History

Displays the history of firmware upgrades performed on the gateway.

SIP ALG

Explains how to enable or disable the Session Initiation Protocol Application Level Gateway (SIP ALG).

Tool Box

Describes the advanced troubleshooting tools available in the gateway's toolbox.

DLNA

Explains how to enable or disable the Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) server functionality.

xDSL Diagnostics

Details how to perform diagnostic tests on the gateway's digital subscriber line (DSL) connections.

Viewing the Gateway's Status

Accessing Status Tables

Guides users on how to access the various status screens to monitor gateway performance.

Connection Status

Displays detailed parameters of the gateway's internet connection, including IP and DNS info.

Line 1/Line 2 Status

Shows status information related to the DSL line connections, including speed and uptime.

WAN Ethernet Status

Displays parameters for the WAN Ethernet connection, such as IP address and MAC address.

Routing Table

Presents the gateway's IP routing table, showing network paths and destinations.

Firewall Status

Displays the current status and configuration of the gateway's firewall.

NAT Table

Shows the Network Address Translation (NAT) table, listing active connections.

Wireless Status

Displays statistics for the wireless network, including security, mode, and packet counts.

Modem Utilization

Shows statistics on the gateway's modem resource usage, such as memory and session counts.

LAN Status

Displays statistics for the local area network (LAN), including Ethernet port status.

ARP Table

Presents the Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) cache, mapping IP addresses to MAC addresses.

Interface Statistics

Displays statistics for various network interfaces, including packet and byte counts.

Multicast Statistics

Shows multicast statistics, including joined clients and timeout values per channel.

System Log

Displays system events and logs, and allows activation of firewall logging.

Specifications

General

Provides basic information such as model numbers, standards, and protocols supported.

Wireless Operating Range

Details the indoor and outdoor wireless signal range and speeds.

LED Indicators

Lists and explains the meaning of the various LED indicators on the gateway's front panel.

Environmental

Specifies power requirements, operating temperatures, and humidity levels.

Notices

Regulatory Compliance Notices

Contains FCC compliance information for Class B equipment and potential interference measures.

Modifications

Warns users that unauthorized modifications may void their authority to operate the equipment.

Limited Warranty

Hardware

Outlines the warranty terms and duration for the hardware product.

Software

Details the warranty terms and duration for the software licensed with the product.

Obtaining Warranty Service

Explains the process and requirements for requesting warranty service or support.

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