Motorola SBG6580 Performing a System Status Check, Creating a Backup Copy of Your Modem Settings

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Use the Status and Basic pages of the SBG6580 to observe how your network and modem are functioning and to perform routine maintenance tasks.

Performing a System Status Check

In addition to using the Status menu to change passwords, you can use it to get an at-a- glance view of your system, learn the Software version currently on your modem, what devices are Connected to your network(s), run a basic Diagnostic test, and view all Event Logs.

Creating a Backup Copy of Your Modem Settings

After you complete configuring your modem, save a copy of the new settings and store the file in a safe location. Use the backup copy to quickly restore your custom settings after resetting the modem to the factory settings.

1.Select Backup from the Basic menu.

2.Click Backup.

3.Click OK when prompted.

4.Click Save.

5.Save the backup file to a safe location on your computer (or an external storage device).

6.Click Save.

Restoring Your Modem Configuration Using a Backup Copy

1.Select Backup from the Basic menu.

2.Browse to your backup file.

3.Click Restore and then click OK to reboot the modem.

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Motorola SURFboard Safety and Regulatory Information Table of Contents Software License Warranty Information Safety and Regulatory Information Read This Before You BeginFCC Statements Industry Canada IC Statement Restrictions on the Use of Wireless Devices Box Contact InformationSystem Requirements Product Overview Front PanelAbout Wi-Fi Protected Security Feature WPS Rear PanelInstalling the Modem Connecting the SBG6580Wall Mounting the Modem Installing the Modem Wall Mounting Template Connecting to the Internet Restoring the Default Username and PasswordTesting Your Internet Connection Configuring TCP/IP for Windows XPConfiguring TCP/IP for Windows Vista Click Start, Settings, and Control PanelConfiguring TCP/IP for Windows Renewing the IP Address in Windows XP, Vista, orPerforming a System Status Check Creating a Backup Copy of Your Modem SettingsRestoring Your Modem Configuration Using a Backup Copy Using the Dhcp Server Feature Activate the Dhcp ServerCreate a Primary Wireless Network Click Wireless Click Primary NetworkSelect an Automatic Security Configuration option Select the WPA/WPA2 Encryption typeCreate a Guest Wireless Network Click Wireless Click Guest Network Enable the Guest NetworkSelect Restore Wireless Defaults and Apply Create a Wi-Fi Network Using the WPS FeatureClick Wireless Enable Parental Controls Create Policies to Block or Allow ContentCheck the Enable Parental Control box Click Parental ControlCreate an Override Password Click User SetupAdd Users to the Parental Controls Create a Time of Day Policy ToD FilterTroubleshooting Front Panel Icons and Error Conditions Icon Status IF, During Startup IF, During Normal OperationProduct Specifications Product Specifications Network You may not Software LicenseYou may Government Restricted Rights Warranty Information Software License & Warranty Motorola, Inc Tournament Drive Horsham, PA 19044 U.S.A
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