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WebSTAR DPR300 Series Cable Modem Gateway User’s Guide

Accessories

Do not use accessories with this equipment unless recommended by your cable service provider.

Ventilation

This equipment has openings for ventilation that protect it from overheating. To ensure the reliability of this equipment, do not obstruct the openings.

Read all of the instructions before you operate this equipment. Give particular attention to all safety precautions. Retain the instructions for future reference.

Do not place other equipment, lamps, books, or any other object on the top of or beside this equipment

Do not place this equipment in any of the locations that follow:

On a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface

Over a radiator or a heat register

In an enclosure, such as a bookcase or equipment rack, unless the installation provides proper ventilation

Overloading

Do not overload electrical outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. For equipment that requires battery power or other sources to operate, refer to the operating instructions for that equipment.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Do not expose this equipment to liquid or moisture. Do not place this equipment on a wet surface. Do not spill liquids on or near this equipment.

Lightning and Power Surges

Plug your equipment into a surge protector in order to reduce the risk of damage from lightning strikes and power surges. If you are unsure of the type of surge protector to use, contact your cable service provider.

Servicing

Do not open the cover of this equipment. If you open the cover, your warranty will be void. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only. Contact your cable service provider for instructions.

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Contents DPR300 Series Cable Modem Gateway Introduction Benefits and FeaturesImportant Rules for Safe Operation This GuideRead and Retain These Instructions Cleaning the EquipmentPlacement Lightning and Power Surges AccessoriesVentilation OverloadingPower Sources Power Cord ProtectionDamage that Requires Service GroundingWhat’s In the Carton? Front Panel Description Back Panel Description Where is the Best Location for My Cable Modem Gateway? Minimum System Requirements for PCs What are the System Requirements for Internet Service?Minimum System Requirements for Macintosh System Requirements for an Ethernet ConnectionAlready Have an Existing High-Speed Internet Access Account How Do I Set Up My High-Speed Internet Access Account?Do Not Have a High-Speed Internet Access Account To connect devices Connecting and Installing Internet DevicesHow Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet? To install the cable modem gateway To configure Windows 95/98/98SE/ME systems How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol?Configuring TCP/IP on Your Internet Devices To configure Windows XP systems To configure Windows 2000 systemsTo configure Macintosh systems To install Windows 98SE and ME USB drivers How Do I Install USB Drivers?Installing USB Drivers To install Windows XP drivers To install Windows 2000 driversMy cable modem gateway does not register a cable connection How Do I Troubleshoot My Internet Service Installation?Cannot connect to the Internet To renew the IP Address for Windows 95/98/98SE/ME systems Need to renew the IP address on my PCDo I Need to Configure the TCP/IP Protocol on My Computer? What are the Wiring Requirements for Ethernet Networking?What are the Requirements for Ethernet Network Devices? How Many Ethernet Network Devices Can I Connect?How Do I Select and Place Ethernet Network Devices? Where is the Best Location for My Ethernet Network Devices?How Do I Connect Ethernet Network Devices? Connecting Ethernet DevicesTo connect Ethernet devices Do I Need to Install USB Drivers on My Computer? What are the Wiring Requirements?What are the Requirements for USB Network Devices? How Many USB Devices Can I Connect?How Do I Select and Place USB Network Devices? Where is the Best Location for My USB Network Devices?How Do I Connect USB Network Devices? Connecting USB DevicesTo connect USB devices What are the Requirements for Wireless Networking? What are the Requirements for Wireless Network Devices?How Many Wireless Devices Can I Connect? Where is the Best Location for My Wireless Network Devices? How Do I Select and Place Wireless Network Devices?Installing Wireless Network Devices How Do I Install Wireless Network Devices?To install wireless network devices How Many Hpna Devices Can I Connect? What are the Telephone Wiring Requirements?How Do I Select Hpna Devices? Where is the Best Location for My Hpna Devices?How Do I Connect Home Phoneline Networking Devices? Connecting Home Phoneline Networking DevicesTo connect home phoneline networking devices About Your Modem Page Example How Do I Configure the Cable Modem Gateway?Configuring the Cable Modem Gateway Field Name Description About Your Modem Page DescriptionSetup Page Example Setting Configuration OptionsAdvanced Settings Setup Page Section HeadingsBasic Settings Firewall Wireless Configuring Your Password SettingsSetting Up Your Password Setup Basic Settings Password Settings Page ExampleSetup Basic Settings Network Configuration Page Example Configuring the Default SettingsSetup Basic Settings Network Configuration Page Description Function Keys Configuring and Managing IP AddressesSetup Basic Settings IP Management Page Example Setup Basic Settings IP Management Page Description Setup Advanced Settings Options Page Example Enabling and Disabling Advanced FeaturesSetup Advanced Settings Options Page Description Setup Advanced Settings IP Filtering Page Description Configuring IP Address FiltersSetup Advanced Settings IP Filtering Page Example Setup Advanced Settings MAC Filtering Page Description Configuring MAC Address FiltersSetup Advanced Settings MAC Filtering Page Example Setup Advanced Settings Port Filtering Page Description Configuring and Enabling TCP and UDP Port FiltersSetup Advanced Settings Port Filtering Page Example Setup Advanced Settings Port Forwarding Page Example Configuring Port Forwarding for Local IP AddressesConfiguring TCP/UDP Port Triggers Setup Advanced Settings Port Forwarding Page DescriptionSetup Advanced Settings Port Triggers Page Description Setup Advanced Settings Port Triggers Page ExampleSetup Advanced Settings DMZ Host Page Description Configuring the DMZ HostSetup Advanced Settings DMZ Host Page Example Setup Firewall Web Filters Page Example Configuring Web Page Filtering and Firewall ProtectionContent Filtering Setup Firewall Web Filters Page DescriptionWeb Features Section HeadingsSetup Firewall Event Logging Page Example Configuring Firewall Event Logging and E-mail AlertsKeyword List Domain ListSetup Firewall Event Logging Page Description Setup Wireless Basic Page Example Configuring Your Wireless Access Point ParametersWebSTAR Setup Wireless Basic Page DescriptionSetup Wireless Privacy Page Example Setup Wireless Privacy Page Description Setup Wireless Advanced Page Example Configuring Wireless Data Rates and WiFi ThresholdsSetup Wireless Advanced Page Description Viewing the Status and Quality of Network Communications Signal Page ExampleHow Do I Monitor the Cable Modem Gateway? Signal Page Description Status Page Example Accessing the StatusStatus Page Description Log Page Example Viewing Cable Modem Gateway Operational StatusInternet Installation Frequently Asked QuestionsWhy am I unable to use my wireless network devices? Wireless Networking OptionalWhat do the front panel status indicators mean? Home Phoneline Networking Optional Having Difficulty? There is no dial tone when I lift the telephone handsetDisclaimer TrademarksDocumentation Copyright Notice Software Use NoticeUnited States FCC Compliance FCC ComplianceFCC Declaration of Conformity Canada EMI RegulationIf You Need Technical Assistance For Information