Apple EPR2320TM, DPR2320TM To connect devices, How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet?

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How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet?

How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet?

You can use your gateway cable modem to access the Internet, and you can share that Internet connection with other Internet devices in your home or office. Sharing one connection among many devices is called networking.

Connecting and Installing Internet Devices

You must connect and install your gateway cable modem to access the Internet. Professional installation may be available. Contact your local cable service provider for further assistance.

To connect devices

The following diagram illustrates one of the various Internet connection options that are available to you.

Power Supply

Power S upply

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ETHERNET
USB
CABLE

RF

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Cable

Splitter

RF

Cables

Cable-Ready TV,

VCR, or Set-Top

Converter

PC

USB Cable

Ethernet

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Wireless Laptop

PC

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Wireless Laptop

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Contents WebSTAR DPR2320 EPR2320 Gateway Cable Modems User’s Guide Benefits and Features IntroductionThis Guide Cleaning the Equipment PlacementRead and Retain These Instructions Accessories Lightning and Power SurgesVentilation OverloadingPower Cord Protection Power SourcesDamage that Requires Service GroundingWhat’s In the Carton? Front Panel Description Back Panel Description Where is the Best Location for My Gateway Cable Modem? What are the System Requirements for Internet Service?How Do I Set Up My High-Speed Internet Access Account? Do Not Have a High-Speed Internet Access AccountAlready Have an Existing High-Speed Internet Access Account To connect devices How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet?To install the gateway cable modem How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol? Configuring TCP/IP on Your Internet DevicesTo configure Windows 95, 98, 98SE, or ME systems To configure Windows 2000 systems To configure Windows XP systemsTo configure Macintosh systems How Do I Install USB Drivers? Installing USB DriversTo install Windows 98SE and Windows ME USB drivers To install Windows 2000 drivers To install Windows XP driversHow Do I Troubleshoot My Internet Service Installation? Cannot connect to the InternetMy gateway cable modem does not register a cable connection Need to renew the IP address on my PC To renew the IP Address for Windows 2000, NT, or XP systemsWhat are the Wiring Requirements for Ethernet Networking? Do I Need to Configure the TCP/IP Protocol on My Computer?What are the Requirements for Ethernet Network Devices? How Many Ethernet Network Devices Can I Connect?Where is the Best Location for My Ethernet Network Devices? How Do I Select and Place Ethernet Network Devices?Connecting Ethernet Devices How Do I Connect Ethernet Network Devices?To connect Ethernet devices What are the Wiring Requirements? Do I Need to Install USB Drivers on My Computer?What are the Requirements for USB Network Devices? How Many USB Devices Can I Connect?Where is the Best Location for My USB Network Devices? How Do I Select and Place USB Network Devices?How Do I Connect USB Network Devices? To connect USB devices What are the Requirements for Wireless Network Devices? How Many Wireless Devices Can I Connect?What are the Requirements for Wireless Networking? How Do I Select and Place Wireless Network Devices? Where is the Best Location for My Wireless Network Devices?How Do I Install Wireless Network Devices? Installing Wireless Network DevicesTo install wireless network devices How Do I Configure the Gateway Cable Modems? Configuring the Gateway Cable ModemAbout Your Modem Page Example About Your Modem Page Description Field NameSetting Configuration Options Setup Page ExampleSetup Page Section Headings Basic SettingsAdvanced Settings Firewall Field Name DescriptionConfiguring Your Password Settings WirelessSetup Basic Settings Password Settings Page Example Setting Up Your PasswordConfiguring the Default Settings Setup Basic Settings Network Configuration Page ExampleSetup Basic Settings Network Configuration Page Description LAN IPConfiguring and Managing IP Addresses Setup Basic Settings IP Management Page ExampleFunction Keys Setup Basic Settings IP Management Page Description Setup Basic Settings Fixed CPE IP Assignment Page Example Reserving IP AddressesSetup Basic Settings Fixed CPE IP Assignment Description Setup Basic Settings Restart Cable Modem Page ExampleRestarting the Gateway Modem Enabling and Disabling Advanced Features Setup Advanced Settings Options Page ExampleSetup Advanced Settings Options Page Description Format http//xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx8080 whereConfiguring IP Address Filters Setup Advanced Settings IP Filtering Page ExampleSetup Advanced Settings IP Filtering Page Description Configuring MAC Address Filters Setup Advanced Settings MAC Filtering Page ExampleSetup Advanced Settings MAC Filtering Page Description Setting Up MAC Address FiltersConfiguring and Enabling TCP and UDP Port Filters Setup Advanced Settings Port Filtering Page ExampleSetup Advanced Settings Port Filtering Page Description Configuring Port Forwarding for Local IP Addresses Setup Advanced Settings Port Forwarding Page ExampleSetup Advanced Settings Port Forwarding Page Description Configuring TCP/UDP Port Triggers Setup Advanced Settings Port Triggers Page ExampleSetup Advanced Settings Port Triggers Page Description Configuring the DMZ Host Setup Advanced Settings DMZ Host Page ExampleSetup Advanced Settings DMZ Host Page Description Setup Firewall Web Filters Page Example Setup Firewall Web Filters Page Description Content FilteringWeb Features Section HeadingsKeyword and Domain Blocking Trusted ComputersConfiguring Firewall Time of Day Access Filters Setup Firewall Time of Day Access Filter Page ExampleConfiguring Firewall Event Logging and E-mail Alerts Setup Firewall Event Logging Page ExampleSetup Firewall Event Logging Page Description Configuring Your Wireless Access Point Parameters Setup Wireless Basic Page ExampleSetup Wireless Basic Page Description SsidSetup Wireless Privacy Page Example Setup Wireless Privacy Page Description Page Configuring Wireless Access Point Access Control Setup Wireless Access Control Page ExampleSetup Wireless Access Control Page Description Configuring Wireless Data Rates and WiFi Thresholds Setup Wireless Advanced Page Example Setup Wireless Advanced Page Description Frequently Asked Questions Having Difficulty?Common Troubleshooting Issues Don’t understand the front panel status indicatorsModem does not register an Ethernet connection Modem does not register a cable connectionTips for Improved Performance Check and CorrectHow Do I Renew the IP Address on My PC? Renewing the IP Address on Your PCFront Panel Status Indicator Functions Initial Power Up, Calibration, and RegistrationNormal Operations Special Conditions Trademarks DisclaimerDocumentation Copyright Notice Software Use NoticeFCC Compliance United States FCC ComplianceFCC Declaration of Conformity Canada EMI RegulationFor Information If You Have Questions