Actiontec electronic GT701A - Manual (Page 10)

7
Setting Up
the Modem
The instructions that follow parallel the steps contained in the Actiontec Installation
Buddy
™ , which provides a visual guide to setting up the Modem. It is recommended
the user run the Installation Buddy first, before attempting any other procedures.
To set up the Modem, it must be connected to a computer, and then configured.
After connecting this first computer, other computers can be added to the network
via
USB or Ethernet (see “Setting Up a Network” on page 63).
Connecting a Computer to the Modem
Connecting a computer to the Modem for setup involves three basic steps: initial
setup, plugging in the Modem’s power cord, and connecting the Modem to the
computer.
Connecting Via Ethernet
1. Insert the Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive of the computer. The
Installation Buddy starts automatically. Wait until the following screen
appears, read the on-screen instructions, then click Next.
2