Apple EPR2320TM, DPR2320TM manual To connect USB devices

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WARNING:

•Hazardous electrical voltages can be present on any connected wiring. Ethernet wiring and connections must be properly insulated to prevent electrical shock. Disconnect power from the gateway cable modem before attempting to connect to any device.

•To avoid personal injury, follow these steps in the exact order shown.

CAUTION:

To prevent possible damage to the equipment, disconnect any other service before connecting your gateway cable modem to other devices.

How Do I Connect USB Network Devices?

To connect USB devices

Read the warnings and caution on this page. Then, follow the subsequent installation procedures to ensure proper gateway cable modem operation when connecting USB network devices.

Verify that you have installed the USB drivers on your PC before continuing with these instructions. See How Do I Install USB Drivers, earlier in this guide for more information on installing the USB drivers.

1.Select locations for USB network devices. For more information, see How Do I Select and Place USB Network Devices, earlier in this guide.

2.Connect the USB port on the gateway cable modem to your computer.

3.Connect one or more USB network device to the gateway cable modem.

If you want to connect more than one USB network device to the gateway cable modem or to your computer, you will need to purchase and install a USB hub.

4.Connect the active RF coaxial cable to the CABLE connector on the back of the gateway cable modem. Use an optional cable signal splitter to add a TV, a DHCT or set-top converter, or a VCR.

5.After all connections are complete, insert the AC power adapter cord into the DC POWER connector on the back of the gateway cable modem, and then plug the power adapter into an AC power source.

6.The gateway cable modem begins an automatic search to locate and sign on to the network that provides the telephone service. This process may take up to 5 minutes. The gateway cable modem is ready for use when the CABLE status indicator on the front panel stops blinking and illuminates continuously.

7.Verify that all USB devices are working properly.

You will not be able to check the USB front panel status indicator on the gateway cable modem until after at least one USB network device is connected and operating on the network.

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Contents WebSTAR DPR2320 EPR2320 Gateway Cable Modems User’s Guide Benefits and Features IntroductionThis Guide Placement Cleaning the EquipmentRead 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?Do Not Have a High-Speed Internet Access Account How Do I Set Up My High-Speed Internet Access Account?Already 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 Configuring TCP/IP on Your Internet Devices How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol?To configure Windows 95, 98, 98SE, or ME systems To configure Windows 2000 systems To configure Windows XP systemsTo configure Macintosh systems Installing USB Drivers How Do I Install USB Drivers?To install Windows 98SE and Windows ME USB drivers To install Windows 2000 drivers To install Windows XP driversCannot connect to the Internet How Do I Troubleshoot My Internet Service Installation?My 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 How Many Wireless Devices Can I Connect? What are the Requirements for Wireless Network Devices?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 Configuring the Gateway Cable Modem How Do I Configure the Gateway Cable Modems?About Your Modem Page Example About Your Modem Page Description Field NameSetting Configuration Options Setup Page ExampleBasic Settings Setup Page Section HeadingsAdvanced 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 IPSetup Basic Settings IP Management Page Example Configuring and Managing IP AddressesFunction Keys Setup Basic Settings IP Management Page Description Setup Basic Settings Fixed CPE IP Assignment Page Example Reserving IP AddressesSetup Basic Settings Restart Cable Modem Page Example Setup Basic Settings Fixed CPE IP Assignment DescriptionRestarting 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 whereSetup Advanced Settings IP Filtering Page Example Configuring IP Address FiltersSetup 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 FiltersSetup Advanced Settings Port Filtering Page Example Configuring and Enabling TCP and UDP Port FiltersSetup 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 Setup Advanced Settings DMZ Host Page Example Configuring the DMZ HostSetup 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 PCInitial Power Up, Calibration, and Registration Front Panel Status Indicator FunctionsNormal 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