Actiontec GT701D Ethernet DSL Modem with Routing Capabilities

Why the GT701D?

Super Fast DSL modem — ADSL2/2+ modem and router combined create a complete connectivity and home networking solution for DSL Internet customers
Faster downloads, Faster gaming — Provides industry leading technology to ensure your connection to the Internet is maximized. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill DSL Modem, this is Actiontec Quality.
Share Internet connection — Built in routing capabilities allow you to add additional Ethernet ports, or configure for bridge mode and connect your existing router.
AutoConnect — Simply connect the Actiontec 701D to any computer, open up your browser, and click auto-connect. The GT701D does all the rest. No CD, no confusing instructions, just the best rated installation process in the industry.
Compatibility — Works with all major DSL Internet service providers (ISPs) including AT&T, Verizon, Qwest, CenturyLink, Frontier, and more.

The GT701D DSL Modem has been rigorously tested to ensure compatibility with all major DSL providers. It adheres to leading DSL standards, ensuring a quick and painless connection. Not only that, Actiontec has included its Auto-Connect tool, which allows you to connect to your DSL service rapidly and hassle-free.

It's "Green". With its superior energy efficiency, the GT701D DSL Modem helps you save money on your electricity bill while protecting the environment. Its power adapter uses at least 30% less energy than modems with conventional power adapters.

It just works. Just read the reviews.

What's in the box?

The Actiontec GT701D Ethernet DSL Modem Kit contains the following:

GT701D DSL Modem
Ethernet Cable
Power Cord
DSL Cable
Quick Start Guide

Actiontec's DSL products

Actiontec has a full line of DSL products to match your needs

Actiontec Product	ADSL 2/2+	Works with DSL service?	Works with cable service?	# Ports	Networking
GT701D	Yes	Yes, all of them	No	1	Wired
GT724R	Yes	Yes, all of them	No	4	Wired
GT724WGR	Yes	Yes, all of them	No	4	Wireless 802.11G

More Key Features

IP Router supports static route, unnumbered and VIP Mode
NAT or Statefull Firewall with multiple security levels
Basic IDS: Stateful Packet Inspection for prevention of Denial of Service (DoS) attacks
Port forwarding
DMZ
Service blocking
Website Blocking
Web activity log
Bridged Ethernet over ATM, PPP over ATM, PPP over Ethernet

Owner Reviews, Ratings, Comments and Criticism
I purchased this unit to replace a Motorola 2210 that after 13 months died of heat exhaustion. The 2210 ran HOT HOT HOT. I was told by an ATT Tech that the unit might last a year, and of course 13 months out, one month after the warranty expired the 2210 died. My replacement setup tied this Actiontec unit to a D-Link DIR 655 Extreme N Wireless Router. When I attempted an automatic setup, it turned out that both the Actiontec and the D-Link Wireless Router shared an IDENTICAL IP Network Address at 168.192.0.1. This is not a good thing. However after a quick call to Actiontec Customer Support on a Friday Night (I really do have a life:) along with a brief description of the conflict issue, I was able (using advance settings) to modify the Network IP Address on the Actiontec unit, resolve the conflict and get the unit up and running. This unit is virtually identical to the Motorola 2210 in terms of connections and for anyone replacing a burned out 2210 Motorola (piece of junk) this is the unit for you. The unit is about the same size and runs noticeably cooler than the 2210. From other reviews of this and a related Actiontec unit it appears and so far I can confirm that this Actiontec unit is very effective in holding and processing the DSL signal. The slightly more expensive Actiontec USB & Ethernet DSL Modem has an on off switch a USB port and can handle two computers on a wired network basis without an additional network adapter, but is also an older unit that must be upgraded to ADSL 2/2+, whereas this GT701D unit has ADSL 2/2+ protocol built in. This is a great unit for the money if you require a simple stand alone DSL modem.