Cisco Model DPC3825 and EPC3825

8x4 DOCSIS 3.0 Wireless

Residential Gateway User Guide

In This Document

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................... 2
Introduction ............................................................................................................... 12
What's In the Carton? ............................................................................................... 14
Front Panel Description ........................................................................................... 15
Back Panel Description ............................................................................................ 16
What Are the System Requirements for Internet Service? .................................. 18
How Do I Subscribe to High-Speed Internet Service? ......................................... 19
Where Is the Best Location for My DOCSIS Residential Gateway? .................. 20
How Do I Mount the Modem on a Wall? (Optional) ........................................... 21
How Do I Connect My Gateway for Internet Service? ........................................ 24
How Do I Configure My DOCSIS Residential Gateway? ................................... 26
Configure Wireless Settings .................................................................................... 35
Configure Security .................................................................................................... 51
Control Access to the Gateway ............................................................................... 60
Configure Applications and Gaming ..................................................................... 69
Manage the Gateway ................................................................................................ 75
Monitor Gateway Status .......................................................................................... 84
Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................... 91
Tips for Improved Performance ............................................................................. 95
Front Panel LED Status Indicator Functions ......................................................... 96
Notices ...................................................................................................................... 100