Motorola SBG6580 manual Wall Mounting the Modem

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Wall Mounting the Modem

If you choose to mount the wireless modem on a wall, do the following before starting:

•Locate the unit as specified by the local or national codes governing residential or business cable TV and communications services.

•Follow all local standards for installing a network interface unit/network interface device (NIU/NID).

•Disconnect the AC power plug is from the wall outlet and verify that all cables are removed from the back of the modem before starting the installation.

•Decide if you are mounting the modem horizontally or vertically.

•Gather the following items:

Wall-mounting template

Applicable screwdriver: Phillips or flathead

Two M3.5 (#6) screws with a flat underside and maximum screw head diameter of 9.0 mm to mount the gateway.

Note: Contact a qualified installer to determine the appropriate screw length needed for mounting the gateway.

See the dimensioned view below for the spacing needed between the screw head and wall:

2.6 mm (0.10”) maximum screw head thickness

9.0 mm (0.35”) maximum screw head diameter

2.5 mm (0.10”) minimum screw head to wall spacing

Note: If possible, mount the modem to concrete, masonry, a wooden stud, or some other solid wall material. Use anchor bolts if necessary (for example, if you mount the unit on drywall).

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Contents 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 PasswordConfiguring TCP/IP for Windows Vista Testing Your Internet ConnectionConfiguring TCP/IP for Windows XP 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 ServerSelect an Automatic Security Configuration option Create a Primary Wireless NetworkClick Wireless Click Primary Network 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 Check the Enable Parental Control box Enable Parental ControlsCreate Policies to Block or Allow Content Click Parental ControlAdd Users to the Parental Controls Create an Override PasswordClick User Setup 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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