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Using your Actiontec Q2000 modem
NOTE: This modem has been retired, which means it is no longer supported through Brightspeed tech support. If you are using this equipment, the information below may help you troubleshoot, but it's time to upgrade your modem! Learn how >
Features of the Actiontec Q2000
WiFi supported: 2.4 GHz b/g; ADSL2+ and VDSL
IP compatibility: IPv6
Modem troubleshooting tips
- Did you know? If your internet connection is spotty or slow, the best place to start is rebooting your modem.
- Still not running right? Check to see if you need to update the modem's firmware.
Tip: If the firmware link doesn't work, try another browser (Chrome is known to have issues with this kind of link). Or, right-click the link, select "copy link address", then paste the link into a new browser tab.
Your modem's wireless settings control the WiFi network in your home. Click on the options below for details and step-by-step instructions.
- Basic settings
- Wireless security
- 2.4 GHz WiFi channel setup
- SSID setup
- MAC authentication
Helpful WiFi topics
The modem status area of the user interface allows you to view several options and check how your modem is running.
- Connection status
- WAN status
- Ethernet status
- Wireless status (find best channel)
- Firewall status
- Device table
- NAT table
- Routing table
- Modem table
The utilities menu gives you access to several additional tools to manage and test your modem.
- Reboot
- Restore defaults
- Upgrade firmware
- Ping test
- Traceroute
- Diagnostic test
- Web activity log
- Time zone
Advanced settings give you even more control over your modem's configuration. Most of these are best for tech-savvy folks who are familiar with modems and networking.
Blocking & filtering
Other settings
Remote management
Routing
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