Motorola SBG900 Wireless STATUS Page Fields, Configuration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB

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Overview Installation Troubleshooting Contact FAQ Specifications Glossary License

Configuration: Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless > STATUS Page Fields Wireless who is not authorized to use your WLAN. USB

Wireless > STATUS Page

You can use this display-only page to:

View the wireless interface status

Help perform Troubleshooting for wireless network problems

Wireless > STATUS Page Fields

Regulatory Domain

Indicates the country the SBG900 is manufactured for. The list of channels depends on the

 

country’s standards for operation of wireless devices. Depending on the domain set at the factory,

 

USA FCC, Europe, Spain, France, Japan, or some other country name is displayed.

ESSID

Displays the ESSID set on the Wireless > NETWORK Page. For more information, see

 

Configuring the Wireless Network Name on the SBG900”. Never provide the ESSID to anyone

 

who is not authorized to use your WLAN.

Channel

Displays the radio channel for the access point. If you encounter interference, you can set a

 

different channel on the Wireless > NETWORK Page.

RTS Threshold

Displays the Request to Send Threshold set on the Wireless > NETWORK Page.

Frag Threshold

Displays the Fragmentation Threshold set on the Wireless > NETWORK Page.

MAC Address

Displays the SBG900 MAC address.

Security Mode

Displays the enabled wireless encryption type. For more information, see Configuring WPA on

 

the SBG900or Configuring WEP on the SBG900”.

MAC Access Control Displays the MAC Access Control setting (see Configuring a MAC Access Control List on the SBG900”):

Allow Listed — Only clients in the MAC access control list can access the WLAN.

Allow Any Station Access — Any wireless client can access the WLAN.

MAC Access Control List Displays the MAC addresses of wireless clients having access (see Configuring a MAC Access Control List on the SBG900”).

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Contents User Guide SBG900 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway Comply with all instructions that accompany this equipment Caring for the Environment by Recycling Recycling your Motorola EquipmentFCC Compliance Class B Digital Device Regulatory, Safety, Software License, and Warranty Information Card FCC CertificationCanada - Industry Canada IC Contents InstallationBasic Configuration Connecting a PC to the USB PortConfiguring the Gateway Configuring TCP/IPSetting Up Your Wireless LAN Setting the Firewall PolicySetting Up a USB Driver TroubleshootingContact Us Frequently Asked Questions Specifications Glossary Front-Panel Lights and Error ConditionsOverview Easy Setup Network Connection TypesPowerful Features in a Single Unit Sample Hybrid LAN SBG900Internet Optional Accessories Adapter WU830GWPCI810G Wireless EthernetFront Panel LightFlashing Rear Panel Key Item DescriptionLabel on the Rear of the SBG900 SBG900 LAN ChoicesWireless LAN Sample wireless network connectionsWired Ethernet LAN Sample Ethernet connection to hubs or switchesSample Ethernet to computer connection USB Connection Sample USB connectionSBG900 security measures shown in a logical network diagram Firewall Wireless SecuritySecurity FirewallWireless Security Port TriggeringPort Forwarding Virtual Private NetworksRelated Documentation Installation Before You Begin Precautions Signing Up for ServiceConnecting the SBG900 to the Cable System Cabling the LAN Obtaining an IP Address for Ethernet Connecting a PC to the USB PortPrecautions Signing Up for ServiceAlways make the wall connection first To avoid damaging the SBG900 or computers with static electricityConnecting the SBG900 to the Cable System Computer System RequirementsCabling the LAN StepSteps 5 to Obtaining an IP Address for Ethernet Obtaining an IP Address in Windows 2000 or Windows XPObtaining an IP Address on a Macintosh or UNIX System Connecting a PC to the USB Port Basic Configuration Starting the SBG900 Setup Program Changing the Default PasswordGetting Help Setting the Firewall Policy Gaming Configuration GuidelinesStarting the SBG900 Setup Program Click To PerformChanging the Default Password Enabling Remote Access 3 Select Enable remote accessGetting Help Setting the Firewall Policy Page Firewall POLICY - advanced Page Firewall POLICY - advanced page fields Fieldexpertise the Firewall Policy ”Firewall ALERT - basic Page Firewall ALERT - basic page fieldsField or Button Firewall ALERT - email Page Firewall ALERT - email page fieldsFirewall LOGS Page Firewall LOGS page fieldsGaming Configuration Guidelines Configuring the Firewall for GamingConfiguring Port Triggers Configuring a Gaming DMZ Host Configuring the Gateway Gateway STATUS Page Gateway WAN Page Gateway LAN - nat config PageGateway LAN - dhcp server config Page Gateway PORT FORWARDING - config PageGateway STATUS Page This page displays the gateway status informationGateway WAN Page Gateway WAN page fieldsGateway WAN page fields continued Gateway LAN - nat config Page Gateway LAN - nat config page fieldsadditional public IP addresses Gateway LAN - dhcp server config Page Gateway LAN - dhcp server config page fieldsGateway LAN - dhcp leases Page Gateway LAN - dhcp leases page fieldsFieldDescription Gateway PORT FORWARDING - status Page Gateway LAN - dhcp leases page fields continuedGateway PORT FORWARDING - config Page Gateway PORT FORWARDING - config page fieldsGateway PORT FORWARDING - config page fields continued Gateway PORT TRIGGERS - predefined Page Gateway PORT TRIGGERS - predefined page fields Gateway PORT TRIGGERS - custom Page Gateway PORT TRIGGERS - custom page fieldsGateway LOG Page Gateway LOG page fieldsConfiguring TCP/IP Configuring TCP/IP in Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows MeConfiguring TCP/IP in Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows Me Configuring TCP/IP in Windows Configuring TCP/IP in Windows XP3 Double-click the Network icon to display the Network window 13 Click Obtain an IP address automatically Configuring TCP/IP in Windows 4 Click Local Area Connection number. The value of number varies from system to system. The Local Area Connection number Status window is displayed 8 Click Internet Protocol TCP/IP 13 Click OK to accept the TCP/IP settings Configuring TCP/IP in Windows XP 5 If a classic view similar to below is displayed 7 Right-click on the network connection. If more than one connection is displayed, be sure to select the one for your network interface 11 Verify that the settings are correct, as shown above Verifying the IP Address in Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows Me Verifying the IP Address in Windows 2000 or Windows XP To renew the IP address Setting Up Your Wireless LAN Use in Setup ProgramPerform Encrypting Wireless LAN Transmissions Configure on the SBG900Required On Each Wireless Client Configuring WPA on the SBG900 5 Choose the WPA Authentication type 8 Click Save Changes6 For Remote Radius authentication only, set 7 For Local WPA-PSK authentication only, setConfiguring WEP on the SBG900 Authentication EncryptionRestricting Wireless LAN Access Configuring the Wireless Network Name on the SBG900 7 Click advanced to display the Wireless SECURITY - advanced Page 9 Click Apply to save your changesConfiguring a MAC Access Control List on the SBG900 3 Click advanced to display the Wireless SECURITY - advanced PageConfiguring the Wireless Clients If You PerformedOn Each Client, You Need to Perform Configuring a Wireless Client for WPA Configuring a Wireless Client for WEPConfiguring a Wireless Client with the Network Name ESSID Wireless Pages in the SBG900 Setup Program Wireless STATUS Page Wireless NETWORK PageWireless SECURITY - basic Page Wireless SECURITY - advanced Page Wireless STATISTICS pageWireless STATUS Page Wireless STATUS Page Fieldsthe SBG900” or “Configuring WEP on the SBG900” who is not authorized to use your WLANWireless NETWORK Page Wireless NETWORK page fieldsConfiguring the Wireless Network Name on the SBG900 authorized to use your WLANWireless NETWORK page fields continued Wireless SECURITY - basic Page Wireless SECURITY - advanced Page Wireless Security - ADVANCED page fieldsWireless STATISTICS page Wireless Security - ADVANCED page fields continuedWireless STATISTICS page fields Wireless STATISTICS page fields continued Setting Up a USB Driver Setting Up a USB Driver in Windows 98 Second EditionSetting Up a USB Driver in Windows 98 Second Edition Setting Up a USB Driver in Windows3 Click Next. The following window is displayed 6 Select Specify a location and type the location of the CD-ROM drive 7 Click Next. The following window is displayed9 After the window shown under step 8 is displayed, click Next Setting Up a USB Driver in Windows 3 Click Next. The following window is displayed 5 Click Next. The following window is displayed 6 Click Next Setting Up a USB Driver in Windows Me Setting Up a USB Driver in Windows XP Configuration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB Removing the USB Driver from Windows 98 Second Edition or Windows Me 2 Click Settings Removing the USB Driver from Windows4 Disconnect the USB cable from the PC or SBG900 6 Perform Running the Motorola USB Driver Removal Utility7 Double-click Network Adapters 13 Perform Running the Motorola USB Driver Removal Utility 9 Click the Uninstall icon. The following window is displayed10 Click OK 11 Close the Device Manager window 12 Close the Control Panel windowRemoving the USB Driver from Windows XP 4 Click System to display the System Properties window. Skip to step 6 Click the Hardware tab to display the Hardware page 8 Double-click Network adapters 12 Perform Running the Motorola USB Driver Removal UtilityRunning the Motorola USB Driver Removal Utility 8 Click Exit to exit the Motorola USB Driver Removal Utility. or Setting Up a USB Driver in Windows 98 Second Edition Troubleshooting ProblemPossible Solutions the SBG900 Setup Program againFront-Panel Lights and Error Conditions Turns Off During Startup IfTurns Off During Normal Operation If Contact Us Frequently Asked Questions Q What is high-speed cable Internet access?Q What is Network Address Translation? Q What wireless security measures are provided on the SBG900?Q Do I need to change my Internet service provider ISP? Q Do I need to subscribe to cable TV to get cable Internet access?Q What type of technical support is available? Q What do I do if my SBG900 stops working?Specifications Downstream DOCSIS Upstream Euro-DOCSIS Glossary License Configuration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB Overview Installation Troubleshooting Contact FAQ Specifications GlossaryThe SBG900 is simultaneously a DHCP client and a DHCP server address Configuration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB SBG900 User GuideConfiguration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB U.S. government See EthernetConfiguration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB SBG900 User GuideConfiguration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB SBG900 User GuideConfiguration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB SBG900 User GuideConfiguration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB SBG900 User GuideConfiguration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB SBG900 User GuideConfiguration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB SBG900 User GuideConfiguration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB SBG900 User GuideConfiguration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB SBG900 User GuideConfiguration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB SBG900 User GuideConfiguration Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless USB Software License You mayYou may not Visit our website at 516850-001 08/05 MGBI
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SBG900 specifications

The Motorola SBG900 is a versatile and robust cable modem with built-in Wi-Fi capabilities, designed to meet the growing demands of modern internet usage. Catering to both residential and small office environments, the SBG900 combines a cable modem and a wireless router in one streamlined device, offering an efficient solution for networking needs.

One of the main features of the SBG900 is its DOCSIS 2.0 compliance, which allows for high-speed internet access with data transfer rates reaching up to 30 Mbps. This enables users to enjoy seamless streaming, online gaming, and quick downloads without interruptions. The device is also backward compatible with earlier DOCSIS standards, ensuring that it remains functional even with older cable networks.

Another notable aspect of the Motorola SBG900 is its built-in Wi-Fi capabilities. The device supports the IEEE 802.11b/g wireless standards, allowing for wireless speeds of up to 54 Mbps. This makes it easy to connect multiple devices throughout the home or office, including laptops, smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs. The wireless range is enhanced by its internal antennas, offering reliable connectivity in various locations within the premises.

Security is a critical consideration for any networking device, and the SBG900 addresses this need with multiple features. It comes equipped with Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption protocols, ensuring that both wired and wireless connections remain secure from unauthorized access. Furthermore, the device supports a built-in firewall, adding an extra layer of protection by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic.

The Motorola SBG900 also boasts a user-friendly web-based management interface, providing easy access to configuration settings and status monitoring. Users can effortlessly manage their network, set up parental controls, prioritize devices using Quality of Service (QoS), and perform firmware updates.

In summary, the Motorola SBG900 stands out as a reliable solution for users seeking a powerful cable modem with integrated Wi-Fi capabilities. With high-speed internet access, robust security features, and ease of management, it serves as an ideal choice for anyone looking to enhance their connectivity experience. Whether for gaming, streaming, or general internet browsing, the SBG900 delivers performance and reliability that users can count on.