Scientific Atlanta DPX2203, EPX2203 manual Overview, Introduction, This Guide

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WebSTAR DPX2203 or EPX2203

VoIP Cable Modem User’s Guide

Overview

Introduction

Welcome to the world of high-speed Internet and high quality digital telephone service. Your new WebSTAR™ Model DPX2203™ or Model EPX2203™ Cable Modem with Embedded MTA is a modem that meets industry standards for high- speed data connectivity along with digital telephone service. The DPX2203 or EPX2203 offers the following outstanding features:

•Data Over Cable System Interface Specifications (DOCSIS) technology to deliver high-end performance and reliability

•10/100BaseT Ethernet and USB ports to provide connectivity for high-speed data services or to other Internet devices

•Two RJ-11 telephony ports for connecting conventional telephones or fax machines

This guide provides procedures and recommendations for placing, installing, configuring, operating, and troubleshooting your DPX2203 or EPX2203 cable modem for high-speed Internet or digital telephone service, or both simultaneously. Refer to the appropriate section in this guide for the specific information you need for your situation. Contact your cable service provider for more information about subscribing to these services.

In This Guide

This guide contains the following topics.

	Topic	See Page

	Section A	2
	IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

	Section B	6
	Before You Begin
	Section C	8
	Front and Back Panel Components

	Section D	11
	Internet Service Installation

	Section E	29
	Telephone Service Installation

	Notices	38

	FCC Compliance	39

	For Information	42

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Contents WebSTAR DPX2203 EPX2203 VoIP Cable Modem User’s Guide This Guide OverviewIntroduction Important Rules for Safe Operation This SectionRead and Retain These Instructions Cleaning the EquipmentPlacement Important Rules for Safe Operation Damage that Requires Service Power Cord ProtectionPower Sources GroundingSection B Before You Begin Equipment Checklist Check Your EquipmentSection C Front and Back Panel Components WebSTAR Cable Modem Front Panel Front Panel ComponentsWebSTAR Cable Modem Back Panel Back Panel ComponentsInitial Power Up, Calibration, and Registration Functions of the Front Panel LightsNormal Operations Front Panel Lights During Normal OperationsSpecial Conditions Front Panel Lights During Special ConditionsSection D Internet Service Installation Internet Service OverviewSelecting a Location for Your Modem Internet Service Before You BeginContacting Your Local Cable Service Provider Internet Service System Requirements Minimum System Requirements for PCsInternet Service Install the Cable Modem Installation DiagramInstalling the Modem for High-Speed Data Service Internet Service Configure TCP/IP Microsoft Windows 95, 98, 98SE, and MEResults Microsoft Windows Microsoft Windows XPMacintosh Internet Service Install USB Drivers Microsoft Windows 98, 98SE, or MEMicrosoft Windows Microsoft Windows XP Internet Service Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked QuestionsInternet Service Troubleshooting Common Troubleshooting SuggestionsCheck and Correct Section E Telephone Service Installation Telephone Service OverviewTelephone Service Before You Begin Selecting a Location for Your Modem Number of Telephone Devices Telephone Service Telephone RequirementsTelephone Wiring Requirements Telephone Device TypesTelephone Service Install the Cable Modem Installing the Cable Modem to Provide Telephone ServiceInstallation Diagram Installing the Cable Modem Telephone Service Frequently Asked Questions Can I use my existing phone number with the cable modem?Telephone Service Troubleshooting There is no dial tone when I lift the telephone handsetDocumentation Copyright Notice TrademarksDisclaimer Software Use NoticeFCC Declaration of Conformity FCC ComplianceUnited States FCC Compliance Canada EMI Regulation FCC PartIC Industry Canada Notice For Information If You Need Technical Assistance