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WebSTAR Model DPX213

VoIP DOCSIS 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 DPX213 (DPX213) Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Cable Modem is a modem that meets industry standards for high-speed data connectivity along with digital telephone service. The DPX213 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 DPX213 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	13
Internet Service Installation
Section E	28
Telephone Service Installation
Notices	37
FCC Compliance	38
For Information	39

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