Cisco Systems DPC3008CC manual Wall-mounting the modem optional, Selecting a wall mount location

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Linksys DPC3008/EPC3008

Choose a location that is relatively protected from accidental disturbance or harm, such as a closet, basement, or other protected area..

Choose a location with plenty of room for guiding the cables away from the modem without straining or crimping them..

Choose a location that allows adequate ventilation around the modem..

Wall-mounting the modem (optional)

Selecting a wall mount location

You can mount the modem to a wall made of cement, wood, or drywall.. Consider the following recommendations:

Make sure that the mounting location is free of obstructions on all sides, and that the cables can reach the modem without strain..

Leave enough clearance between the bottom of the modem and any flooring or shelving underneath to allow access to cabling..

Allow enough slack in all cables so that the modem can be removed for any required maintenance without disconnecting the cables..

Equipment needed

Two wall anchors for #8 x 1-inch screws

Two #8 x 1-inch pan head sheet metal screws

Drill with a 3/16-in.. wood or masonry bit, as appropriate for the wall composition

A copy of the wall-mounting illustrations shown on the following pages

Installing Your Modem

Positioning the modem

Use the following illustration to guide you in positioning the modem on the wall..

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Contents User Guide Contents Where to find more help Software and firmware use Important Safety InstructionsAbout this guide Aviso a los instaladores de sistemas Catv Mitteilung für CATV-TechnikerPower source warning Important safety instructionsGround the product Outdoor grounding systemProtect the product from lightning Verify the power source from the On/Off power lightEliminate AC mains overloads Provide ventilation and select a locationRegulatory compliance statements Canada EMI regulation FCC Declaration of ConformityRF exposure statements CE complianceImportant Safety Instructions Features Package contentsProduct Overview IntroductionFront panel ManagementBack panel Requirements Installing Your ModemPositioning your modem Selecting a wall mount location Wall-mounting the modem optionalEquipment needed Positioning the modemDimensions Installing the modemConnect devices to the modem Mounting the modem to the wallInstalling Your Modem Indicator charts Understanding the Front Panel IndicatorsNormal operations power up Normal operations AC power appliedFrequently asked questions FAQs and TroubleshootingHow do I configure TCP/IP protocol? How do I renew the IP address on my computer? To configure TCP/IP on Macintosh systemsCommon troubleshooting issues Modem does not register an Ethernet connection Tips for improved performanceModem does not register a cable connection Check and correct3425-01585