Actiontec GT701D Product Details
The energy efficient Actiontec GT701D DSL Modem combines a full rate DSL modem and router – packaged in a sleek design with a small footprint and energy efficient power supply. With this green modem, DSL subscribers can save on their electricity bill while protecting the environment. And best of all, the GT701D features a robust hardware architecture and supports full rate ADSL2/2 speeds, so you don’t have to sacrifice performance to go green.
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.
Additional GT701D 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 & Website Blocking
- Web activity log
- Bridged Ethernet over ATM, PPP over ATM, PPP over Ethernet
What’s Included:
- GT701D DSL Modem
- Ethernet Cable
- Power Cord
- DSL / Phone Cable
- Online Installation Manual
Will this work with my internet company?
This Actiontec modem is primarily used and is compatible with CenturyLink service in most areas. To verify that this model will work in your area, always contact your service provider’s customer service prior to placing your order with us to confirm that this model will work with your service plan. Some service plan speeds may not be supported.
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Desi Dude –
I chose this modem after moving and thus switching from cable to dsl internet service. I basically went with this modem because of the price and Amazon’s reviews.I have it for less than a week now and its working fine. No issues yet. The set up wasn’t very smooth though since ISP’s (AT&T, in my case) default setings did not match the one of the modems. The automatic setting could not detect my provider and ATT was not in the list. I could have monkeyed around and figured out myself through the manual mode but after a couple of attempts I just called the tech support at Actiontec. The guy was very helpful and we figured it out within matter of minutes.
Blutarsky –
I don’t write many reviews, but this product deserves one.I have AT&T DSL in Northern California. My 2Wire DSL Modem and WiFi burned out after 2 years. I searched everywhere for a Wi-Fi 802.11n AP and DSL Modem combination unit. The ones I found are all out of stock (2 months!) So I bought this unit yesterday morning on Amazon. I paid for overnight. It arrived at 10:00AM this morning. The DSL was working by 10:15AM.All I needed to do was know my username and password. Then I checked the box for PPoE during install (I have a Mac – the instructions were excellent.) It took almost 5 minutes the first time for the DSLAM to accept my new CPE, but it worked first time.Now my DSL is FASTER than before. This unit worked perfectly out of the box with less than 60 seconds of configuration.HINT: If you have a WiFI AP, hook it up to the Ethernet cable BEFORE you configure the DSL Modem and you will be Wi-Fi enabled the minute the DSL connects.
Barry Shatswell –
When I signed up for DSL, my vendor (AT&T) shipped me a free DSL modem. While the provided modem worked most of the time with a computer, it did not reliably run with a router attached. I reconfigured it for a bridged mode and that seemed to improve. However it was still slow, slow to connect as it did not seem to keep connected. The documentation was very dated, with nothing updated on the Internet. The support for that modem really didn’t exist from the vendor either. However when I purchased the Actiontec modem after reading the reviews, I was hopeful that it would solve my DSL reliability concerns. When it arrived, I simply followed the instructions which really consisted of plugging it up and turning it on. It self sensed my AT&T vendor by configuring the DSL network settings and began to work. I did nothing. It just worked and is still working. Much faster than the old modem too. I have to say that this new modem looks a bit cheap and flimsy, but it is not and it works beautifully.
Roger Crayton –
I was in need of DSL modem to go with a Linksys WRT54GL router I had just purchased to replace an old 2-Wire wireless router/DSL modem combo. I called my carrier, Centurytel, to see about buying a modem and was astonished to learn that they no longer sell the modems, they lease them to the tune of three dollars a month. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out what a rip-off that is, so I thanked the agent for his time and hung up the phone.I read an Amazon review of the Actiontec modem from another Centurytel user who described how well it worked, so I decided to take the plunge and order one.I decided to try the modem by itself first without the Linksys in case there were problems. They would be easier to isolate this way. I ran the guided setup program and had the modem working in no time flat. The guided setup was a little confusing at one point with two choices for Centurytel in the menu. There was no explanation for what the difference between the two was. After some testing I found that option 1 connected and option 2 did not, so the choice then became clear.After testing the modem by itself, I reset it to factory defaults to prepare it for connection to the Linksys. (I probably didn’t need to reset, but I wanted to start fresh.) I changed the VC settings to 8/35 to match Centurytel’s requirements and set the modem up for bridging. I connected it to the Linksys and configured the Linksys for the internet connection. I was able to establish a connection on the first try.The Actiontec/Linksys combination has been working for several days now without the slightest hitch. Performance is very good, as close to the advertised speed of my DSL connection as one could expect.There’s really only one minor complaint I have with the Actiontec. I would have liked to have seen a quick start guide included for users who are going to be using the modem to connect to a router in bridged mode. I have to believe this is the configuration that is used by many, if not most, users. The guided setup CD is not needed for the bridged configuration. In fact, the guided setup makes no mention of the possibility. A card with a couple of steps for setting up bridged mode would have been very helpful. If I hadn’t done some internet research on what was required before the modem arrived, I would have been at a loss for what to do.That being said, I am very pleased with the Actiontec and highly recommend it. It sure beats forking three dollars extra a month over to Centurytel!
Mary A. Jackson –
Had to purchase this new DSL modem because I was told by a very nice company rep that my old one too old. Good investment. I was told that a new would cost at least $99, but I should check with Fry’s or Best Buy. So I decided that they had modems check with Amazon because I just know they them. Yep! It’s working!