Back Panel Description | Cisco Systems DPC3208, EPC3208 instruction

Back Panel Description

Back Panel Description

The following illustration identifies the back panel components on the DPC3208 and EPC3208 cable modems. Descriptions for each component follow the illustration.

DPC3208 (shown with battery backup capability)

EPC3208 (shown without battery backup capability)

1ON/OFF SWITCH (Provided only on products that carry the CE mark)— Allows you to turn off of the cable modem without removing the power cord. Turning the cable modem off using this switch ensures that the unit is consuming no energy.

2TELEPHONE 1 and 2—RJ-11 telephone ports connect to home telephone wiring to conventional telephones or fax machines. (Products shipping in North America support lines 1 and 2 on port 1 when used with a two-line phone.)

3ETHERNET—Four RJ-45 Ethernet ports connect to the Ethernet port on your PC or your home network

4RESET—A momentary pressing (1-2 seconds) of this switch restarts (power cycles) the device. Pressing the switch for more than ten seconds first causes a reset-to-factory-default of all settings.

CAUTION:

The RESET button is for maintenance purposes only. Do not use unless instructed to do so by your service provider. Doing so may cause you to lose any settings you have selected.

5POWER—Connects the cable modem to the AC power adapter that is provided with your cable modem

Important: Use only the power supply provided with your cable modem.

6CABLE—F-connector connects to an active cable signal from your service provider

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Page Page Please Read Publication Disclaimer Trademark AcknowledgmentsSoftware and Firmware Use Copyright Page Aviso a los instaladores de sistemas Catv Mitteilung für CATV-TechnikerPage Contents Customer Information Ground the Product Power Source Warning Protect the Product from Lightning Verify the Power Source from the On/Off Power LightBattery Safety Battery Disposal Provide Ventilation and Select a Location Protect the Product When Moving ItTelephone Equipment Notice Viii Rev a Important Safety Instructions RF Exposure Statements United States FCC ComplianceDeclaration of Conformity Canada EMI Regulation Australia CanadaPage Rev a Xiii CE Compliance CEModem/EMTA Page Xvii Audience About This GuideIntroduction Purpose This Chapter Chapter Connections IntroductionHigh-Speed Data Digital Voice Software and Documentation Management Whats In the Carton? Front Panel Description Introducing the Docsis Cable Modem Back Panel Description Page Installing the Docsis Cable Modem What Are the System Requirements for Internet Service? Installation PreparationsWhat Are the Requirements for Telephone Service? Dialing Requirements What Types of Service Accounts Do I Need?Telephone Wiring Requirements Telephone Device Types High-Speed Internet Access Account Install the Battery Optional Where Is the Best Location for My Cable Modem?Telephone Service Close the battery compartment door Installing the Battery Position the Cable Modem How Do I Mount the Cable Modem on a Wall? OptionalSelect an Appropriate Place to Mount the Cable Modem Equipment Needed Location and Dimensions of the Wall-Mounting Slots Mounting the Cable Modem on a Wall Connect Devices to the Cable Modem Install the Cable ModemConnect the Cable Modem Install the Cable Modem Installing the Docsis Cable Modem Operation of Front Panel Indicators Operation of Front Panel Indicators Rev a Front Panel LED Status Indicators During Normal Conditions Normal Operations AC Power Applied Special Conditions Page Maintaining the Battery Location of the Battery Charging the Battery Battery MaintenanceRemoving and Replacing the Battery Using the Cable Modem Without a Battery Troubleshooting the Docsis Cable Modem How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol? Frequently Asked Questions Configuring TCP/IP on Macintosh Systems How Do I Renew the IP Address on My PC? Can I Watch TV and Surf the Internet at the Same Time? How Do I Arrange for Installation?What if I Dont Subscribe to Cable TV? How Does the Cable Modem Connect to My Computer? How Many Telephones Can I Connect? Can I Use my Existing Phone Number with the Cable Modem? Cable Modem does not register an Ethernet connection Common Troubleshooting IssuesDont understand the front panel status indicators There is no dial tone when I lift the handset Troubleshooting the Docsis Cable Modem Tips for Improved Performance Page Customer Information If You Have Questions Customer Support Australia Page Index Index