Motorola 581902-022-00 manual Connecting the Modem, Testing the Connections

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Connecting the Modem

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This product is for indoor use only. Do not route the Ethernet cable outside

 

 

 

 

of the building. Exposure of the cables to lightning could create a safety

 

 

 

 

hazard and damage the product.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Before installing the modem, choose a location where the PC and modem are preferably near existing cable and electrical wall outlets.

1.Verify that the coaxial cable is connected to a cable outlet or splitter.

2.Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the Cable connector on the modem. Hand-tighten the connectors to avoid damaging them.

3.Plug the power cord into the Power port on the modem.

4.Plug the other end of the power cord into an electrical outlet.

5.Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the modem.

6.Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the PC.

Testing the Connections

Perform the following connectivity test to verify that all the components were connected properly:

1.Power on your PC and then log on.

2.Check that the POWER, RECEIVE, SEND, and ONLINE front panel lights on the modem are either ON or FLASHING. See Front Panel for additional status information.

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Contents Motorola SURFboard Page Important Safety Instructions Safety and Regulatory InformationRecycling your Motorola Equipment FCC Interference StatementContents Inside the Box Getting StartedMinimum System Requirements Contact InformationFront Panel Product OverviewMAC Label Rear PanelTesting the Connections Connecting the ModemPrint the Wall Mounting Template Wall Mounting the ModemWall Mounting Template Configuring TCP/IP for Windows Connecting to the InternetConfiguring TCP/IP for Windows XP Configuring TCP/IP for Windows VistaClick Manage Network Connections Click Networking tabRenewing the IP Address in Windows 7 or Vista Click AccessoriesRenewing the IP Address in Windows XP Verifying the IP Address in Windows 7 or VistaVerifying the IP Address in Windows XP Monitoring Your Modem Starting the Modem Configuration ManagerClick Reset All Defaults Restoring Your Modem SettingsSolutions TroubleshootingFront Panel Icons and Error Conditions Front Panel Icons and Error ConditionsGeneral EnvironmentalDownstream Maximum Channel Rate UpstreamWarranty Information SB6141 Docsis 3.0 Cable Modem User Guide 582613-001-a