Actiontec GT701D Ethernet DSL Modem with Routing Capabilities

by Actiontec

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 1.6 x 3.2 inches ; 3.3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001IYCUM8
• Item model number: GEU003AD3B-01
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (288 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #164 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
  • #6 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Networking Products > Modems
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 7, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

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

Product Description

The GT701D DSL Modem is a superior-quality ADSL 2/2+ single port modem, compatible with all major DSL service providers. This product has been rigorously tested to ensure the highest levels of compatiblity and performance. Remotely manageable and preconfigured for simple setup, the GT701D Includes a double commercial-grade firewall to help keep your connection secure. (This product is the updated version of Actiontec GT701A (GEU003AD3A-01))

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

142 of 146 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Replacement for ATT Motorola 2210, October 3, 2009

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Robert S. Preece (Dallas, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Actiontec GT701D Ethernet DSL Modem with Routing Capabilities (Personal Computers)

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.

76 of 78 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fast and Easy, February 27, 2009

By 

Dave "Dave" (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Actiontec GT701D Ethernet DSL Modem with Routing Capabilities (Personal Computers)

I bought this to replace a Verizon-provided Westell. The Westell was working fine but I was willing to see if this one would be faster, and I wanted a backup in case the one I had died (without waiting for Verizon to send a replacement).

THere are 3 setup choices (my wording):
1) totally automatic
2) you select your provider
3) completely manual

While I was comfortable with doing a manual setup, I was curious to see how easy it would be using option 2. I had to know that my Verzion service was PPPOE, but other than that it did indeed need no information except the user and password.

I looked at the options (firewall, NAT, pass-through, etc) but didn't set any of them as I use this with a router and have everything configured in the router.

Interestingly, it is running faster than the Westell's I've used (and I've had several). I've run some tests and while they're not controlled, I'm seeing about 8%.

Physically, it's very small and is clearly more fragile than other DSL modems I've had, using thinner plastic. It wouldn't put up with much abuse, but then there's no reason it should be subjected to it.

Important point: The ethernet cable they provide is a cross-over, and you need that on setup when connectiong the modem directly to your computer. If using a router, you'll then not use that cable again. Most people setting up modems with routers know this, but there's virtually no documentation for this thing and the on-disc manual is weak.

65 of 68 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Look no further, December 18, 2009

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AT&T user (Riverside, CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Actiontec GT701D Ethernet DSL Modem with Routing Capabilities (Personal Computers)

I recently discovered my internet speed dying after 10 minutes of having to reboot my old speedstream 5100B modem AT&T/SBC/Pacbell originally gave me. Turns out after years of being too hot I need a new modem - and quick! After (too) much research I thought I'd give this no name brand DSL modem a try and I'm glad I did. The modem is feature rich as being both a modem and having some advanced typical router type functions built in. Installation was quick and simple. All I had to do was plug everything in, go to 192.168.0.1 and tell the modem to auto detect my setup and I was online within 60 seconds! No messing around with settings I'm unfamiliar with. Look no further than this modem. I checked out the AT&T store and their pieces of junk are $20 to $50 more than I picked this modem up for.