Using your Actiontec C3000A modem

Recommended CenturyLink modem

Features of the Actiontec C3000A

WiFi supported:

2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n
5 GHz 802.11 ac (WiFi 5)

IP compatibility: IPv4, IPv6

Works with these CenturyLink internet services:

ADSL – single line up to 20 Mbps
ADSL2+ – single line up to 25 Mbps (40 Mbps pair bond)
VDSL – single line up to 100 Mbps (200 Mbps pair bond)
Fiber (GPON) – up to 940 Mbps

Note: Listed speeds reflect the maximum speed the technology can accomodate. In-home speeds may differ based on router setup, devices and other factors.

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.

Chrome users, right click on the firmware link below and choose "Open link in a new tab."

Download the latest firmware for the C3000A

Quick setup

Manual network (WAN) setup

If instructed to do so by a technician, you may need to change the WAN settings on your modem manually. Visit the WAN setup page for step-by-step instructions on different WAN configurations, including PPPoE, IPoE and transparent bridging.

Your modem's wireless settings control the WiFi network in your home. This model of router has 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz options for most wireless settings, with exceptions noted below. Click on the options below for details and step-by-step instructions.

WPS
WMM (2.4 GHz only)
WDS (2.4 GHz only)
Wireless schedule
802.1x (2.4 GHz only)

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
DSL1 or DSL2 status
Internet status
Ethernet status
Wireless status (find best channel)
View IPv6 address

Firewall status
Device table
NAT table
Routing table
QoS table
Resource 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
Back up settings (Configuration save)

Wireless diagnostics
Diagnostic test
Web activity log
System 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