Cisco Systems EPC3925 important safety instructions This Document, Important Safety Instructions

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Cisco Model DPC3925 and EPC3925 8x4 DOCSIS 3.0 Wireless Residential Gateway with Embedded Digital Voice Adapter User Guide

In This Document

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Introduction

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What's In the Carton?

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Front Panel Description

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Back Panel Description

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What Are the System Requirements for Internet Service?

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How Do I Subscribe to High-Speed Internet and Telephone Service?

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Where Is the Best Location for My DOCSIS Residential Gateway?

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How Do I Mount the Modem on a Wall? (Optional)

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What Are the Requirements for Telephone Service?

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How Do I Connect My Gateway for Internet and Telephone Service?

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How Do I Configure My DOCSIS Residential Gateway?

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Configure Wireless Settings

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Configure Security

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Control Access to the Gateway

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Configure Applications and Gaming

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Manage the Gateway

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Monitor Gateway Status

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Tips for Improved Performance

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Front Panel LED Status Indicator Functions

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Notices

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Contents This Document Important Safety InstructionsImportant Safety Instructions Aviso a los instaladores de sistemas Catv Mitteilung für CATV-TechnikerGround the Product Power Source WarningProtect the Product from Lightning Verify the Power Source from the On/Off Power LightProtect the Product When Moving It Check Product SafetyTelephone Equipment Notice Canada EMI Regulation Declaration of ConformityDynamic Frequency Selection DFS Dual Band Frequencies Canada Radiation Exposure StatementsAustralia CE Compliance France Italy Latvia National RestrictionsAntennas Introduction Benefits and FeaturesIntroduction Whats In the Carton? Front Panel Description Back Panel Description Back Panel Description Minimum System Requirements for a PC What Are the System Requirements for Internet Service?Minimum System Requirements for Macintosh System Requirements for an Ethernet ConnectionDo Not Have a High-Speed Internet Access Account Want to Use the Application Server for Telephone Service Already Have an Existing High-Speed Internet Access AccountRev B Before You Begin How Do I Mount the Modem on a Wall? OptionalLocation and Dimensions of the Wall-Mounting Slots Mounting the Residential Gateway on a Wall Telephone Wiring Requirements What Are the Requirements for Telephone Service?Number of Telephone Devices Telephone Device TypesTo connect devices Connecting and Installing Internet DevicesRev B Rev B Logging in to the Gateway for the First Time How Do I Configure My Docsis Residential Gateway?How Do I Configure My Docsis Residential Gateway? Setup Quick Setup Configuring Quick Settings Wlan Configuring Your Network Settings Setup Lan SetupLAN  Connected Devices Summary Dhcp Pre-assigned Dhcp IP Addresses Starting IP AddressSection Field Description Maximum Number of Dhcp Users Setup DdnsClient Lease Time LAN Static DNS Domain Name ServerDdns Disabling Ddns Factory Default SettingsWireless Basic Settings Configure Wireless SettingsWi-Fi Protected Setup WPS Wi-Fi Protected Setup Configuration Section Field Description Basic SettingsWPS Push Button Setup Option WPS Setup Using the Gateway PIN Option Wireless Configuration Section Field Description Basic Settings Wireless NetworkNetwork Mode Only, B/G Mixed, B/G/N Mixed factory defaultSection Field Description Wireless Network Name Ssid Wireless Wireless SecurityBssid Broadcast SsidSection Field Description Wireless Wireless Security Mode Wireless Security Page DescriptionWEP Field DescriptionsSecurity for Personal Networks WPA or WPA2 Personal Modes WPAConfigure Wireless Settings Wireless MAC Filter Page Description Wireless MAC FilterSection Field Description Access Access Restriction Wireless Advanced SettingsMAC Address Filter List Wireless Advanced Settings Page Description Beacon Interval CTS Protection ModeFragmentation Threshold Section Field Description Dtim IntervalRTS Threshold Wireless WDS Settings Page Description Wireless WDS SettingsWDS Wireless QoS Page Description Wireless QoSDisable Section Field Description No ACK EnableSecurity Firewall Configure SecuritySection Field Description Firewall SPI Firewall Protection Section Field Description Filters Filter Proxy Block IP Flood Detection checked factory defaultBlock Pop-Up Windows Block Web Page CookiesSecurity VPN Passthrough Disable Pptp PassthroughVPN IPSec PassthroughSecurity VPN Security VPN Tunnel Page Description Fqdn Section Field Description RemoteKey Management Key Exchange Method Auto IKE Section Field Description KeyManual Phase 1 Operation Mode Advanced SettingsSection Field Description Status Connected or DisconnectedView Log Access Restrictions IP Address Filtering Control Access to the GatewayAccess Restrictions MAC Address Filtering Function Keys Access Restrictions Basic Rules Add Rule Parental Control check box and click ApplyRemove Rule Keyword ListSection Field Description Override the Password Block Access to WebsitesRe-Enter Password Access DurationAccess Restrictions Time of Day Rules Page Description Access Restrictions Time of Day RulesAccess Restrictions User Setup Access Restrictions User Setup Page Description Section Field Description Inactivity Time Access Restrictions Local LogOverview Configure Applications and GamingApplications & Gaming Port Filtering Applications and Gaming Port Filtering Page DescriptionTCP Applications & Gaming Port Range ForwardingUDP Section Field Description Port Range Forwarding Start Applications and Gaming Port Range Forward Page DescriptionEnd IP AddressForwarded Range Start Port Applications & Gaming Port Range TriggeringSection Field Description End Port Applications & Gaming DMZDMZ Applications and Gaming DMZ Page DescriptionDMZ Hosting Select the desired optionAdministration Management Page Description Administration ManagementManage the Gateway WAN MTU Management Port Field Description Remote Access Remote ManagementUPnP IgmpSection Field Description Reporting Mail Alerts Administration ReportingSmtp Mail Server Mail Address for Alert LogsView Log Administration Diagnostics Administration Backup & Restore Restore Factory Defaults Administration Factory DefaultsStatus Gateway Monitor Gateway StatusMAC Address CM MAC Address Current TimeSection Field Description Internet Connection IP Address Status Local NetworkDNS1-3 WinsEnd IP Address Status Wireless Network Name Ssid Status Wireless Page DescriptionWide Channel SecurityDocsis WAN Page Description Status Docsis WANMonitor Gateway Status How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol? Frequently Asked QuestionsHow Do I Renew the IP Address on My PC? Renewing the IP Address on Windows NT, 2000, or XP Systems How do I arrange for installation?What if I dont subscribe to cable TV? Dont understand the front panel status indicators Common Troubleshooting IssuesHow does the residential gateway connect to my computer? Can I watch TV and surf the Internet at the same time?Check and Correct Tips for Improved PerformanceStep Front Panel LED Status Indicator Functions100 Rev B Front Panel LED Status Indicators During Normal Conditions Normal Operations AC Power appliedSpecial Conditions Front Panel LED Status Indicators During Special ConditionsPublication Disclaimer TrademarksCopyright Software and Firmware Use104 Rev B If You Have Questions For Information
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