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USB/Ethernet
DSL Modem
Model #: GT701
Firmware #: GT3.0.1.0.5.1
User Manual
™
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 Modem 3 2 Setting Up the Modem 7 Connecti
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual A Reference 63 Locating Computer Information 63 Locating Windows Operating System Files 64 B Setting Up Static IP on the Computer 67 Windows 98 SE 67 Windows Me 70 Windows 2000
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Introduction 1 Thank you for purchasing the A c t i o ntec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem. The Modem 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 A c t i o ntec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem is sure to be one of the keys to your success. Package Contents s A c t i o ntec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem s Black bag (includes Power cord and gray DSL c
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Minimum System Requirements s Active DSL service s Computer with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connection, or USB connection Note: USB LAN port is not supported with Microsoft Windows ☞ 95, Windows NT 4.0, and Mac OS. s Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Windows Millennium Edition (Me), Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Mac OS 7.1 and above s Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher (5.x recommended) or Netscape Navigato
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction s Compliant with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard s 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port 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 Getting to Know the Modem This section contains a quick description of the Modem’s lights, ports, etc. The Modem contains several indicator lights (LEDs) on its front panel and a series of por
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Power Light The Power light displays the Modem’s current status. If the Power light glows steadily green, the Modem is receiving power and fully operational. When the Power light flashes rapidly, the Modem is initializing. If the Power light is not illuminated when the Power cord is plugged in, the Modem has suffered a criti- cal error and technical support should be contacted. DSL Light The DSL light illuminates when the Mo
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Rear Panel The rear panel of the Modem contains four ports (Phone, USB, Ethernet, and Power), as well as an On/Off switch and Reset button. Gray DSL Cable Blue USB Cable Yellow Ethernet Cable Black Power Cord (from gray Phone (from blue USB (from yellow Ethernet (from black Power port to Phone Jack) port to Computer) port to Computer) port to Power Outlet) Phone Port The Phone port is used to connect the Modem to a phone j
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual On/Off Switch The On/Off switch controls power to the Modem. When the top of the switch is depressed, the Modem is powered off. When the bottom of the switch is depressed, the Modem is powered on (assuming the Power cord is correctly connected). Warning: Do not power down the Modem using the On/Off N switch during the reset process. Doing so may result in perma- nent damage to the Modem. Reset Button Depressing the Reset button for one or two sec
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Setting Up 2 the Modem The instructions that follow in this chapter parallel the steps contained in the ® A c t i o ntec Installation Buddy , which provides a visual, step-by-step guide to setting up the Modem. It is recommended the user run the Installation Buddy first, before attempting any other procedures. If your Internet Service Provider (ISP) provided a welcome letter or worksheet containing information needed to complete the installation, have it available. If this document was not
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 2. Read the instructions, consult the ISP’s documentation, and select the appro- priate letter by clicking in its check box, then click Next. Note: For more details regarding these settings, see Appendix H ☞ on page 99. 3. Click in the check box next to Ethernet (Recommended), then click Next. 8 9
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 4. Make sure the items needed to connect the Modem to the first computer are included in the kit, then click Next. 5. Get the Modem from the kit, then click Next. 8 9
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 6. Get the Power cord from the kit and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Modem, 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 Modem User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 8. Confirm the Power light on the front of the Modem glows solid green, then click Next. 9. Get the yellow Ethernet cable from the kit and plug one end into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the Modem, then click Next. 10 11
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 10. 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. 11. Make sure the Ethernet light on the front of the Modem glows solid green. Click Next. 12 13
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 12. Get the gray or black DSL cable from the kit and plug one end into the gray Phone port on the rear panel of the Modem. Click Next. 13. Plug the other end of the gray or black DSL cable into the phone jack clos- est to the computer. Click Next. 12 13
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 14. Make sure the the Power, DSL, and Ethernet lights on the Modem glow solid green (it may take a few moments). Click Next. The Modem is connected to a computer via Ethernet. Next, install the phone filters as described in “Installing Phone Filters” on page 21. 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 s
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 2. Read the instructions, consult the ISP’s documentation, and select the appropri- ate letter by clicking in its check box, then click Next. Note: For more details regarding these settings, see Appendix H ☞ on page 99. 3. Click in the check box next to USB, then click Next. 14 15
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 4. Make sure the items needed to connect the Modem to the first computer are included in the kit, then click Next. 5. Get the Modem from the kit, then click Next. 16 17
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Actiontec USB/Ethernet DSL Modem User Manual Chapter 2 Setting Up the Modem 6. Get the Power cord from the kit and plug the smaller end into the black Power port on the rear panel of the Modem, then click Next. 7. Plug the larger end of the Power cord into a power outlet, then click Next. 16 17
