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802.11g Wireless DSL Modem Router
PK5000

Minimum System Requirements
  • DSL Internet service
  • Windows XP and Vista
  • Windows PC with available USB or Ethernet port
  • 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapter for wireless connections
  • TCP/IP network protocol installed
  • Internet Explorer 6.0+ (recommended)
  • Other browsers such as Safari or Firefox, need to have Java Script enabled

    • Note

    Though not compatible with the software utilities on the accompanying CD, the following Operating Systems are compatible with the device itself.

  • Mac OS 9+, OS 10+, Linux, Unix & older versions of Windows

    Power Adapter Output Requirements
  • 12VDC, 1A

    Physical Dimensions
  • 7.5" x 5" x 1.5" (Positioned Horizontally)
  • Antenna adds 3" to height when it is vertical
  • Supplied Stand allows Vertical Placement
  • Can be Wall Mounted After Removing the Rubber Pads


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    Manuals/Documentation
     
    PK5000 - Alternate Configuration Guide   This guide is used to walk you through the steps to configure your Modem. Do not use this guide if received a installation CD from Qwest.
     
    Data Sheet - PK5000 Wireless DSL Modem Router   This is the Data Sheet for the PK5000, 802.11G Wireless DSL Modem Router.

    (Data Sheets have a description of the technologies that the device supports, a list of Features, Technical Specifications, Minimum System Requirements, Package Contents and Technical Support Contact information.)
     

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Should I change the Actiontecs Wireless Settings, or should I leave them at the default values?




    Should I change the Actiontecs Wireless Settings, or should I leave them at the default values?
    It is always good pratice to change the default settings of a Wireless Modem, Router or Access Point. ( See the following recommended changes. )

    1. Change the Name of the Wireless Network.
    ( SSID, ESSID and Network Name, are different terms for the same thing. )

    The Network Name should be changed to something that is unique, but easy for you to remember. It should not identify you, your household or place of business in any way.

    2. Use the Best Encryption Available on your Router or Access Point.
    ( WPA2, WPA, WEP and WPS are the most common types available. )

    Use WPA2 if possible, and WPA if WPA2 is not available. Use WPS to setup your WPA wireless security if your router and adapters are compatible with Wireless Protected Setup (WPS). Use WEP if it is the only option available on your Router or Access Point.

    3. Replace the default key / passphrase with one that is unique and random.
    ( Regardless of encryption type, the security will hinge on the Key / Passphrase. )

    If your Router will allow the use of WPA or WPA2 then you are not limited to hexadecimal characters, and your key / passphrase can be from 8 to 63 ASCII characters in length. It is recommended that the key be no less than 20 characters in length as a minimum; and it is extremely important that the characters are random. That means capitol letters, lower case letters, punctuation and NO words or names.

    If you are able to use WPS then the Router and Adapter will determine your key and how it is entered.

    If your Router limits you to using WEP, you will likely also be forced to use only hexadecimal characters (the numbers 0-9 and the letters A-F). This type of key is rarely case sensitive, but it is even more important to be sure to make the key as random as possible. It is recommended that you a key of 26 hexadecimal characters. This length key is referred to as either 104 or 128 bits depending on the manufacturer.

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