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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual
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Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
Can my wireless signal pass through floors, walls, and glass?
The physical environment surrounding the Gateway can have a varying effect on
signal strength and quality. Generally, the more dense the object (a concrete wall
compared to a plaster wall, for example), the greater the interference. Concrete
or metal-reinforced structures will experience a higher degree of signal loss than
those made of wood, plaster, or glass.
I have an Apple computer that uses the Airport wireless device. Is this device
compatible with the Gateway?
Yes, the Apple Airport system complies with the 802.11b standards. If you be use
the WEP security feature, refer to the Apple Airport documentation for infor-
mation on the proper method to enter the WEP key for compatibility with the
Gateway’s hexadecimal WEP entry.
Network
I use my laptop at work and at home. Is there something special I need to do
to make it work in both places?
Yes. Reconfigure your network setting (Workgroup, Domain, Password, User
name, IP addressing or any other specific settings used by your company). You
may also use third party software like NetSwitcher to automatically switch
between different configurations.
What is the valid IP range I can use for my home network?
The valid IP range for the Gateway is 192.168.1.64 to 192.168.1.254 by default.
How do I find out what IP address my computer is using?
Windows 95, 98, 98SE, and Me - Select Start, Run, and type “winipcfg.” Press Enter.
When the “Winipcfg” window appears, ensure your network device is selected.
Windows NT, 2000, and XP - Select Start, Run and type “cmd.” Press Enter. When
the command screen appears, type “ipconfig” and press Enter.