WiFi 6 Gateway Router
with Bonded VDSL
Model #
T3280V
User Manual
0535-0137-000
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1 Introduction
Package Contents
Minimum System Requirements
Features
Getting to Know the Gateway
Connecting the Gateway
2 Accessing the Home Screen
Accessing the Home Screen
Icon Bar
Connection Status
3 Checking the Gateway’s Status
Accessing the Status Screens
Connection Status
Line 1/Line 2 Status
WAN Ethernet
Routing Table
Firewall Status
NAT Table
Wireless Status
Advanced Wireless Status
Wireless Monitor
Modem Utilization
LAN Status
ARP Table
Network Devices
Interface Statistics
Multicast Statistics
System Log
4 Configuring Wireless Settings
Accessing Wireless Settings
Basic Settings
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Advanced Settings
WPS
MAC Address Control
WDS
Band Steering
5 Configuring Firewall Settings
Accessing Firewall Settings
Firewall
IPv6 Firewall
Port Forwarding
Applications
DMZ Hosting
IPv6 DMZ Hosting
UPnP
5 Advanced Settings
Accessing the Advanced Setup Screens
Services Blocking
Website Blocking
Scheduling Access
Parental Controls
WAN IP Addressing
IPv6 WAN Settings
RFC1483 Transparent Bridge
LAN IP Settings
Static IP
IPv6 LAN Settings
DHCP Reservation
Dynamic DNS
DNS Host Mapping
IP QoS Upstream Settings
IP QoS Downstream Settings
IPv6 Q0S
Remote GUI
Remote Telnet
Dynamic Routing
Admin Password
Storage Device Info
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Samba Configuration
Reboot
Restore Defaults
Upgrade Firmware
Check for New Firmware Link
Speed Test
Ping Test
Tcpdump Debug
Iperf Test
IPv6 Ping Test
Traceroute
IPv6 Traceroute
Time Zone
Language Settings
DNS Cache
IGMP Setting
Upgrade History
ALG
Tool Box
DLNA
xDSL Diagnostics
Print Server
GUI Setting to Activate VoIP
A Specifications
General
Wireless Operating Range
LED Indicators
Power Adapter
Environmental
Notices
Warranty
Important Safety Instructions
FCC Class B Equipment
Important Note on Wi-Fi
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Introduction
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Congratulations on purchasing the T3280V Wireless 11ax Bonded VDSL2 Modem
Gateway. The Gateway is a single platform device that supports universal WAN
access, FTTN, FTTdp, FTTB, or FTTP. With support for advanced 802.11ax 4x4
WiFi, the Gateway enables blazing fast HD video streaming, with multi-channel
HD video throughput. The Gateway also offers an unprecedented level of security,
helping protect your network resources. It has also been designed to deliver
unparalleled WiFi performance, using dual-band WiFi supporting speeds up to
3.55 Gbps.
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Package Contents
• Black Power adapter
• Yellow cable (Ethernet, 6 ft.)
• White cable (Ethernet, 10 ft.)
• Quick Start Guide
• Installation Guide
• Wall-mount template
• Vertical stand
Minimum System Requirements
• Active ADSL2+ service
• Computer with an 10 Mbps or 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet connection
• Microsoft Windows 10, 8, 7; Mac OS OS X+
• TCP/IP network protocol installed on each computer
Features
• ADSL2+, VDSL2, WAN Ethernet and Fiber in a single CPE
• Dual Band WiFi delivering up to 3.55 Gbps with 802.11ax 4x4 5GHz
and 802.11ax 3x3 2.4GHz
• Optimized for IPTV and Video over WiFi
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Getting to Know the Gateway
This section contains a quick description of the Gateway’s lights, ports, and other
features. The Gateway has several indicator lights (LEDs) and a button on its front
panel, and a series of ports and switches on its rear panel.
Front Panel
The front panel of the Gateway features 12 LEDs, and a WPS (Wireless Protected
Setup) button.
Power
The Power LED brights green when the unit is powered up.
DSL 1
The DSL 1 LED brights green when the DSL 1 is synchronized.
DSL 2
The DSL 2 LED brights green when the DSL 2 is synchronized.
Internet
The Internet LED illuminates green when the Gateway is properly connected to
a WAN Internet connection.WAN/LANThis LED brights green when there is
an active Ethernet cable connected to the WAN port, and it blinks with traffic
activity.
Ethernet 1
This LED brights green when there is an active Ethernet cable connected to the
LAN port #1, and it blinks with traffic activity.
Ethernet 2
This LED brights green when there is an active Ethernet cable connected to the
LAN port #2, and it blinks with traffic activity.
Ethernet 3
This LED brights green when there is an active Ethernet cable connected to the
LAN port #3, and it blinks with traffic activity.
Ethernet 4
This LED brights green when there is an active Ethernet cable connected to the
LAN port #4, and it blinks with traffic activity.
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USB
This LED brights green when there is an active device connected to the USB
port.
Wi-Fi 2.4G
This LED brights green when the Gateway’s radio is operating in the 2.4GHz
band.
Wi-Fi 5G
This LED brights green when the Gateway’s radio is operating in the 5GHz
band.
WPS Button
The WPS button is used when connecting a wireless device to the Gateway’s
wireless network using WPS.
Rear Panel
The rear panel of the Gateway features 8 ports, and a Reset button.
The Power port is used to connect the Power cord (Model No.
CDS036-W120U
, made by Actiontec) to the Gateway.
Power Port
Reset Button
Depressing the Reset button for 10 seconds will restore the Gateway’s
factory default settings. The reset process will start after releasing the
button.
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WARNING! Do not unplug the Power cord from the Gateway
during the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent damage
to the Gateway.
WAN Ethernet Port
The WAN Ethernet port is used to connect the Gateway to a WAN
connection via an Ethernet cable.
LAN Ethernet Ports (4)
The LAN Ethernet ports are used to connect computers to the Gateway
via Ethernet cable. The Ethernet ports are 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-
sensing ports, and either a straight-through or crossover Ethernet cable
can be used when connecting to the ports.
The USB port is used to connect the Gateway to a USB device.
USB Port
DSL Port
The DSL port is used to connect the Gateway to a DSL wall outlet via
DSL cable.
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Connecting the Gateway
There are many variables involved when connecting the Gateway, depending on the
type of Internet service available. The figure below shows the possible connections
available for the Gateway.
Connecting a Computer to the Gateway
To connect a computer to the Gateway to access the Gateway’s graphical user
interface (GUI):
1. Get the Gateway and black Power cord from the box.
2. Plug the black Power cord in the black port on the back of the Gateway and
then into a power outlet.
3. Plug the yellow Ethernet cable from the box into one of the four yellow
Ethernet ports on the back of the Gateway.
4. Make sure the computer is powered on, then plug the other end of the
yellow Ethernet cable into an Ethernet port on the computer.
5. Make sure that the LED on the LAN port into which the Ethernet cable is
plugged glows steadily green. This may take a few moments.
6. The computer should either be configured with a statically defined IP address
and DNS address, or instructed to automatically obtain an IP address using
the Network DHCP server. The Gateway is set up, by default, with an active
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DHCP server, and it is recommended to leave this setting as is.
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Accessing the
Home Screen
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This chapter gives a short overview of the Home screen of the Gateway’s graphical
user interface (GUI).
Accessing the Home Screen
To access the Home screen:
1. Open a Web browser on computer connected, via Ethernet cable, to one of the
Gateway’s LAN ports. In the Address text box, type:
http://192.168.254.254
then press Enter on the keyboard.
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2. The Gateway’s Home screen appears.
The Gateway’s GUI is now accessible.
Icon Bar
At the top of the Home screen is the Icon Bar. Here, you can quickly access the
other four main sections of the Gateway’s GUI by clicking on the appropriate icon:
Status (see chapter 3 for more details); Wireless Setup (see chapter 4 for more
details); Firewall (see chapter 5 for more details); Advanced Setup (see chapter 6
for more details). Clicking Home in any other screen generates the Home screen.
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Connection Status
The bottom of the Home screen consists of connection and device information
relating to the Gateway. There are no configurable options here.
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Checking the
Gateway’s Status
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This chapter explains the options available on the Status screens, which
display information about the Gateway’s network connections.
Accessing the Status Screens
To access the Gateway’s Status screens:
1. Open a Web browser. In the Address text box, type:
http://192.168.254.254
then press Enter on the keyboard.
2. The Gateway’s Main screen appears. Click the Status icon.
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3. The Connection Status screen appears. “Connection Status” is under the “Internet
Service” group.
From here, all the Status screens can be accessed from the menu on the left.
Connection Status
Clicking Connection Status from any Status screen generates the Connection
Status (see figure, above). Information concerning the devices connected to the
Gateway’s network, whether wired or wireless, is displayed here, along with the
connected device’s IP address, MAC address, and (if applicable) IPv6 address.
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Line 1/Line 2 Status
Click Line 1 Status from any Status screen to generate the Line 1 Status screen.
This screen displays the Gateway’s DSL connection parameters for DSL Line 1 port.
Clicking Line 2 Status genreates the Line 2 Status screen, which displays the
connection parameters for the Gateway’s DSL Line 2 port.
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WAN Ethernet
Click WAN Ethernet Status from any Status screen to generate the WAN Ethernet
Status screen. This screen displays the Gateway’s WAN (wide area network)
parameters.
Routing Table
Click Routing Table from any Status screen to generate the Routing Table screen.
This screen displays the Gateway’s routes.
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Firewall Status
Click Firewall Status from any Status screen to generate the Firewall Status screen.
This screen displays parameters concerning the Gateway’s firewall.
NAT Table
Click NAT Table from any Status screen to generate the NAT Table screen. This
screen displays the Gateway’s WAN (wide area network) parameters.
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Wireless Status
Click Wireless Status from any Status screen to generate the Wireless Status
screen. This screen displays the Gateway’s wireless network parameters.
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Advanced Wireless Status
Click Advanced Wireless Statistics from the bottom of the Wireless Status
screen to generate the Advanced Wireless Statistics screen. This screen displays the
Gateway’s additional wireless network parameters.
Wireless Monitor
Click Modemstatus Wireless Monitor from the bottom of the Wireless Status
screen to generate the Wireless Monitor screen. This screen displays parameters for
the clients connected to the Gateway’s wireless network.
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Modem Utilization
Click Modem Utilization from any Status screen to generate the Modem
Utilization screen. This screen displays statistics related to the Gateway’s modem
operation.
LAN Status
Click LAN Status from any Status screen to generate the LAN Status screen. This
screen displays the Gateway’s LAN (local area network) parameters.
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ARP Table
Click ARP Table from any Status screen to generate the ARP Table screen. This
screen displays the Gateway’s ARP (address resolution protocol) table.
Network Devices
Click Network Device Table (underneath System Monitor) from any Status
screen to generate the Network - Devices screen. This screen allows the user to scan
the Gateway’s networks for new devices at a selected time interval.
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Interface Statistics
Click Interface Statistics from any Status screen to generate the Estimated
Interface Statistics screen. This screen displays various statistics and parameters
relating to the Gateway’s connection interfaces.
Multicast Statistics
Click Multicast Statistics from any Status screen to generate the Multicast
Statistics screen. This screen displays the Gateway’s multicast statistics.
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System Log
Click System Log from any Status screen to generate the System Log screen. This
screen displays the Gateway’s system log, which keeps track of all events that occur
on the Gateway.
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Wireless Settings
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This chapter explains the options provided in the Wireless Settings section of the
Gateway’s firmware, including basic and advanced settings, and WPS.
Accessing Wireless Settings
To access the Wireless Settings screens:
1. Open a Web browser. In the Address text box, type:
http://192.168.254.254
then press Enter on the keyboard.
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2. The Gateway’s Main screen appears. Enter the user name and password,
then click Wireless Settings from the row of icons at the top of
the screen.
3. The Basic Settings screen appears, with a menu of other wireless options listed
on the left side of the screen.
Basic Settings
Click Basic Settings from any Wireless Settings screen to generate the Basic
Settings screen, as shown in the figure above. This screen displays a series of
settings relating to the basic functionality of the Gateway’s wireless network,
including SSID (network name), frequency, and security.
Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID)
To change the name of the Gateway’s wireless network, enter the new name in the
SSID Name text box in the Basic Settings screen, then click Apply.
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Changing the Wireless Key/Passphrase
To change the passphrase for the Gateway’s wireless SSID, at the Security Key Type,
press the button for Use Custom Key/Passphrase, enter the desired Wireless Key/
Passphrase in the text box, then click Apply.
Enabling SSID Guest Option
Enabling this option in the Basic Settings screen allows guest users to access the
Gateway’s wireless Internet connection, while preventing these users from
accessing other wireless devices, including network printers or other unsecured
network devices. To enable, click in the Enable button next to SSID Guest, then
click Apply.
Advanced Settings
Click Advanced Settings from any Wireless Settings screen to generate the
Advanced Settings screen. This screen displays a series of settings relating to the
advanced capabilities of the Gateway’s wireless network, including compatibility
mode, channel width, and WMM power save.
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WPS
Click WPS from any Wireless Settings screen to generate the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected
Setup) screen, which allows the user to configure WPS by following the onscreen
instructions.
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MAC Address Control
Click MAC Address Control from any Wireless Settings screen to generate the
Wireless MAC Authentication screen, which allows the user to configure allow or
deny access to the Gateway’s wireless network using the MAC address of the
wireless device. (Note: this feature only works if Band Steering is DISABLED.)
Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
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WDS
Click WDS from any Wireless Settings screen to generate the WDS Wireless
Distribution System screen, which allows the user to configure the Gateway to allow
wireless interconnection of access points via a wireless connection. Follow the
onscreen instructions to configure.
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Band Steering
Click Band Steering from any Wireless Settings screen to generate the Band
Steering Configuration screen, which allows the user to configure the Gateway to
automatically connect 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless devices to the appropriate
wireless network bandwidth. Also, this screen can be used to assign a certain
wireless network and/or bandwidth to a particular wireless device. Follow the
onscreen instructions to configure.
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Firewall Settings
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This chapter explains the options provided in the Firewall section of the Gateway’s
firmware, including setting up port forwarding and static NAT.
Accessing Firewall Settings
To access the Firewall screens:
1. Open a Web browser. In the Address text box, type:
http://192.168.254.254
then press Enter on the keyboard.
The Gateway’s Home screen appears. Click the Firewall icon.
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2. The Firewall screen appears, with a menu of other wireless options listed on the
left side of the screen.
Firewall
Click General from any Firewall Settings screen to generate the Firewall screen, as
shown in the figure above. To configure basic settings of the Gateway’s firewall,
follow the onscreen instructions.
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IPv6 Firewall
Click IPv6 Firewall from any Firewall Settings screen to generate the IPv6 Firewall
screen. To set up, follow the onscreen instructions.
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Port Forwarding
Click Port Forwarding from any Firewall screen to generate the Port Forwarding
screen. Activating port forwarding allows the network to be exposed to the
Internet in certain limited and controlled ways, enabling some applications to work
from the local network (game, voice, and chat applications, for example), as well as
allowing Internet access to servers in the local network. This screen allows you to
configure the port forwarding settings of the Gateway. If changes are made in this
screen, click Apply at the bottom of the screen to save them.
Port forwarding settings should only be adjusted by experienced technical users
who are extremely familiar with networking concepts.
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Applications
Click Applications from any Firewall screen to generate the Applications screen.
This screen allows the user to designate certain applications to be forwarded,
circumventing the usual firewall security settings. If changes are made in this
screen, click Apply at the bottom of the screen to save them.
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DMZ Hosting
Click DMZ Hosting from any Firewall screen to generate the DMZ Hosting screen.
The DMZ host feature allows one device on the network to operate outside the firewall
to use an Internet service that otherwise would be blocked, or to expose a networked
device to all services without restriction or security. To activate, click in the Enable
radio button, then enter the device’s IP address in the appropriate text boxes.
Caution! A DMZ host is not protected by the firewall and may be
vulnerable to attack. Designating a DMZ host may also put other
computers in the local network at risk. When designating a DMZ
host, consider the security implications and protect it if necessary.
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IPv6 DMZ Hosting
Click IPv6 DMZ Hosting from any Firewall screen to generate the IPv6 DMZ
Hosting screen. The DMZ host feature allows one device on the network to operate
outside the firewall to use an Internet service that otherwise would be blocked, or to
expose a networked device to all services without restriction or security. To activate,
follow the onscreen instructions.
Caution! A DMZ host is not protected by the firewall and may be
vulnerable to attack. Designating a DMZ host may also put other
computers in the local network at risk. When designating a DMZ
host, consider the security implications and protect it if necessary.
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UPnP
Click UPnP from any Firewall screen to generate the UPnP screen, which activates
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play). To activate, set the preferred UPnP options, then
click Apply.
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Advanced Settings
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This chapter explains the options available with the Advanced Setup screens, which
configure some of the more complex settings on the Gateway.
Accessing the Advanced Setup Screens
To access the Gateway’s Advanced Setup screens:
1. Open a Web browser. In the Address text box, type:
then press Enter on the keyboard.
http://192.168.254.254
2. The Gateway’s Main screen appears. Click the Advanced Setup icon.
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A WARNING screen appears. Technicians can click PROCEED to configure the
Advanced Settings of the gateway.
4. The Services Blocking screen appears.
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From here, all the Advanced Setup screens can be accessed from the menu on the left.
Services Blocking
Click Services Blocking from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Services
Blocking screen (see the figure, above). This feature allows the user to block certain
services from accessing the Gateway’s network(s). Follow the onscreen instructions
to configure.
Website Blocking
Click Website Blocking from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Website
Blocking screen. This feature allows the user to block certain websites from
accessing the Gateway’s network(s). Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
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Scheduling Access
Click Scheduling Access from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Scheduling
Access screen. This feature allows the user to schedule access to the Gateway’s
network(s) for certain devices. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
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Parental Controls
Click Parental Controls from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Parental
Controls Configuration screen. This feature allows the user to allow or prevent access
to certain websites for devices on the Gateway’s network. Follow the onscreen
instructions to configure.
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WAN IP Addressing
Click WAN IP Addressing from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the WAN
IP Address screen. This feature allows the user to set the protocol used by the ISP for
Internet access. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
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IPv6 WAN Settings
Click IPv6 WAN Settings from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the IPv6
WAN Settings screen. This feature allows the user to set the IPv6 protocol used by the
ISP for Internet access. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
WARNING: This setting should be configured by experienced
network technicians only, since any changes could affect the
Gateway’s IPv6 service.
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How to Set the T32
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to RFC1483 Transparent Bridge
From the WAN IP Address screen, select RFC 1483 Transparent Bridging and click
Apply. The gateway will allow the WAN IP address to pass-through to the device
connected to LAN Port 1 Only.
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LAN IP Settings
Click LAN IP Settings from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the LAN IP and
DHCP Settings screen. This feature allows the user to set LAN IP and DHCP server
settings on the Gateway. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
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How to Set the T328 0V
From the WAN IP Address screen, select RFC 1483 via Static IP. Enter the IP
address to be assigned to the Gateway, the subnet mask and the IP Address of the
Default Gateway. Click Apply.
for Static IP
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IPv6 LAN Settings
Click IPv6 LAN Settings from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the IPv6 LAN
Settings screen. This feature allows the user to set the IPv6 LAN IP settings on the
Gateway. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
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DHCP Reservation
Click DHCP Reservation from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the DHCP
Reservation screen. This feature allows the user to lease a permanent DHCP-
allocated address to a client on the Gateway’s network. Follow the onscreen
instructions to configure.
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Dynamic DNS
Click Dynamic DNS from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Dynamic
DNS screen. This feature allows the user to associate the WAN IP address of the
Gateway with a host name. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
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DNS Host Mapping
Click DNS Host Mapping from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the DNS
Host Mapping screen. This feature allows the user to create a static host name for a
specified IP address. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
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IP QoS Upstream Settings
Log in as root to generate the IP QoS Upstream Settings screen. This feature allows
the user to prioritize certain types of upstream data traffic over standard upstream
data traffic. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
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IP QoS Downstream Settings
Log in as root to generate the IP QoS Downstream Settings screen. This feature allows
the user to prioritize certain types of downstream data traffic over standard
downstream data traffic. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
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IPv6 QoS
Log in as root to generate the IPv6 QoS Settings screen. This feature allows the user to
prioritize certain types of IPv6 data traffic over standard IPv6 data traffic. Follow the
onscreen instructions to configure.
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Remote GUI
Log in as root to generate the Remote GUI screen. This feature allows the user to
access the Gateway’s graphical user interface from a remote location. Follow the
onscreen instructions to configure.
Remote Telnet
Log in as root to generate the Remote Telnet screen. This feature allows the user
to access the Gateway from a remote location via telnet. Follow the onscreen
instructions to configure.
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Dynamic Routing
Click Dynamic Routing from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Dynamic
Routing (RIP) screen. This feature allows the user to set up the Gateway on the net-
work behind a modem using dynamic routing. Follow the onscreen instructions to
configure.
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Admin Password
Click Admin Password from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Admin
Password screen. This feature allows the user to change the password for accessing
the Gateway’s graphical user interface. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
Storage Device Info
Click Storage Device Info from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Storage
Service screen. This feature allows storage devices connected to the Gateway to be
easily accessed. Any storage devices connected to the Gateway will be listed in the
table at the bottom of the screen.
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Samba Configuration
Click Samba Configuration from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Samba
Configuration screen. This feature allows the user to set up a Samba environment.
Follow the onscreen instructions to configure.
Reboot
Click Reboot from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Reboot screen. Reboot
the Gateway by clicking Reboot.
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Restore Defaults
Click Restore Defaults from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Restore
Defaults screen. To restore certain settings on the Gateway, click the appropriate
Restore button.
Upgrade Firmware
Click Upgrade Firmware from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Upgrade
Firmware screen. To upgrade the Gateway’s firmware, follow the onscreen
instructions.
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Check for New Firmware Link
Click Check for new firmware link from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the
Upgrade firmware from Internet screen. To upgrade the Gateway’s firmware from the
Internet automatically, click Upgrade.
Speed Test
Click Speed Test from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Speed Test screen.
This screen allows the user to perform a speed test on the Gateway’s Internet (or
WAN) connection. Enter the URL for a server at a speed test site, then click Test.
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Ping Test
Click Ping Test from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Ping Test screen. To
perform a ping test on the Gateway, follow the onscreen instructions.
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Tcpdump Debug
Click Tcpdump Debug from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Tcpdump
Debug screen. This screen allows the user to copy the packet capture file to a USB
flash drive connected to the Gateway, along with the CFE and wireless configuration
files, for debugging purposes. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete.
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Iperf Test
Click Iperf Test from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Iperf Test screen. To
perform an iperf test on the Gateway, follow the onscreen instructions.
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IPv6 Ping Test
Click IPv6 Ping Test from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the IPv6 PingTest
screen. To perform an IPv6 ping test on the Gateway, follow the onscreen instructions.
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Traceroute
Click Traceroute from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Traceroute screen.
To perform an route trace on the Gateway, follow the onscreen instructions.
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IPv6 Traceroute
Click IPv6 Traceroute from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the IPv6
Traceroute screen. To perform an IPv6 route trace on the Gateway, follow the
onscreen instructions.
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Time Zone
Click Time Zone from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Time Zone screen.
Use this screen to set the time zone on the Gateway.
Language Settings
Click Language Settings from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Language
Settings screen. Use this screen to set the language on the Gateway’s graphical
user interface.
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DNS Cache
Click DNS Cache from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the DNS Cache
screen. Use this screen to set up a DNS cache on the Gateway.
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IGMP Setting
Click IGMP Setting from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the IGMP
Configuration screen. Use this screen to set up IGMP processes on the Gateway.
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Upgrade History
Click Upgrade History from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Upgrade
History screen. This screen displays a list of firmware upgrades applied to the Gateway.
ALG
Click ALG from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Firwall - ALG / Pass-
Through screen. This screen allows the user to configure ALG settings on the
Gateway.
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Tool Box
Click Tool Box from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Tool Box screen. This
screen allows the user to configure traffic and port mirroring on the Gateway.
DLNA
Click DLNA from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the DLNA screen. This
screen allows the user to configure DLNA settings on the Gateway.
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xDSL Diagnostics
Click xDSL diagnostics from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the xDSL
Diagnostics screen. This screen allows the user to select a type of diagnostics on the
Gateway.
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Print Server
Click Print Server from any Advanced Setup screen to generate the Print Server
screen. This screen allows the user to select and configure a print server for the
Gateway’s network.
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T3280V(WiFi 6 Gateway Router with Bonded VDSL)
Specifications
General
Model Number(s)
Standards
IEEE 802.3 (10BaseT)
IEEE 802.3u (100BaseTX) IEEE
802.11 b, g, n, ac, ax (Wireless)
G.dmt
G.lite
t1.413
RFC 1483, 2364, 2516
Protocol
LAN - CSMA/CD
WAN - PPP, DHCP, Static IP
VDSL2 interface
WAN
LAN
Speed
10/100/1000 RJ-45 switched ports
LAN Ethernet: 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-sensing
Wireless: 802.11a, b, g, n, ac, ax; 900 Mbps optimal (see Wireless Operating
Range for details)
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Cabling Type
Ethernet 10BaseT: UTP/STP Category 3 or 5
Ethernet100BaseTX: UTP/STP Category 5
Wireless Operating Range
Indoors
Outdoors
Up to 91M (300 ft.) @ 300 Mbps
Up to 457M (1500 ft.) @ 300 Mbps
Topology
Star (Ethernet)
LED Indicators
WAN, Wireless, and WPS Push Button
Power Adapter
Model No. - CDS024T-W120U
Input - 120VAC, 50/60Hz, 0.58A
Output - 12.0VDC, 2.0A
Manufacturer - Actiontec
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Specifications
FCC Part 15 Class B, Class C and E, FCC Part 68, UL
Environmental
Power
External, 12V DC, 2A
Certifications
Operating Temperature
0º C to 40º C (32ºF to 104ºF)
Storage Temperature
-20ºC to 70ºC (-4ºF to 158ºF)
Operating Humidity
10% to 85% non-condensing
Storage Humidity
5% to 90% non-condensing
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Notices
Warranty
Local Law
This product has a one-year Limited Hardware Warranty and 90-day free software
updates from date of purchase.
This Limited Warranty Statement gives the customer specific legal rights. The
customer may also have other rights, which vary from state to state in the United
States, and from country to country elsewhere in the world.
To the extent that this Limited Warranty Statement is inconsistent with local
law, this Statement shall be deemed modified to be consistent with such local
law. Under such local law, certain disclaimers and limitations of this Warranty
Statement may not apply to the customer.
Go to http://www.actiontec.com/products/warranty.php for more information.
Important Safety Instructions
Basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electri-
cal shock, and personal injury, including the following:
• Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bathtub, kitchen
sink, laundry tub, or swimming pool, or in a wet basement; only clean with
dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus including amplifiers that
produce heat.
• Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
• Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.
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Coaxial Cable
If applicable, the coaxial cable screen shield needs to be connected to the Earth at
the building entrance per ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC),
in particular Section 820.93, “Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial
Cable,” or in accordance with local regulation.
FCC Class B Equipment
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that inter-
ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the
interference by implementing one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the device;
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver;
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made
to this device that are not expressly approved by Actiontec Electronics, Inc, may
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Notices
Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked With the FCC Logo
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference;
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
Important Note on Wi-Fi
If applicable, this equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment.
The radio has been found to be compliant to the requirements set forth in CFR 47
Sections 2.1091, 15.247 (b) (4),15.407 addressing RF Exposure from radio frequen-
cy devices as defined in Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. The equipment should be
installed more than 30 cm (~12 in.) from your body or nearby persons.
For product available in the USA market, only channel 1~11 can be operated.
Selection of other channels is not possible.
The device could automatically discontinue transmission in case of absence of
information to transmit, or operational failure. Note that this is not intended to
prohibit transmission of control or signaling information or the use of repetitive
codes where required by the technology.
The device for the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce poten-
tial for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.
The maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the band 5725-5825 MHz
shall comp with the e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and non point-to-
point operation as appropriate.
The transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
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Contact Info
For questions regarding your product or the FCC declaration, contact:
Actiontec Electronics, Inc
3301 Olcott St, Santa Clara, CA 95054, United States
Tel: (408) 752-7700
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FCC Part 68 User Manual Information Agreement
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the
equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the ACTA
registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN.) If requested,
this information must be provided to the telephone company.
The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be
connected to the telephone line. Excessive REN’s on the telephone line
may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In
most, but not all areas, the sum of the REN’s should not exceed five (5.0).
To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line,
as determined by the total REN’s contact the telephone company to
determine the maximum REN for the calling area.
This equipment cannot be used on the telephone company-provided coin
service. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to State Tariffs.
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of
service may be required. If advance notice isn’t practical, the telephone
company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be
advised of your right the file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is
necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment,
operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment.
If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order
for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain
uninterrupted service.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact:
Company Name: Actiontec Electronics, Inc.
Address: 3301 Olcott St., Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA
TEL: 408-752-7700
FAX: 408-732-0087
If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company may request you to remove the equipment from the network until
the problem is resolved.
This equipment uses the following USOC jacks: RJ14
It is recommended that the customer install an AC surge arrester in the AC
outlet to which this device is connected. This is to avoid damaging the
equipment caused by local lightening strikes and other electrical surges.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generate, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
⚫ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
⚫ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
⚫ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
⚫ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
receiver is connected.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
RF exposure warning
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 25 cm between the radiator & your body.