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How Do I Connect My Gateway for Internet Service?

How Do I Connect My Gateway for Internet Service?

You can use your residential gateway to provide Internet access, and you can share that Internet connection with other Internet devices in your home or office. Sharing one connection among many devices is called networking.

Connecting and Installing Internet Devices

Professional installation may be available. Contact your local service provider for further assistance.

To connect devices

The following diagram illustrates one of the various networking options that are available to you.

Connecting the Media Gateway for High-Speed Data Service

The following installation procedure ensures proper setup and configuration for the residential gateway.

1Choose an appropriate and safe location to install the residential gateway (close to a power source, an active cable connection, your PC—if using high-speed Internet).

WARNING:

To avoid personal injury, follow the installation instructions in the exact order shown.

Wiring and connections must be properly insulated to prevent electrical shock.

Disconnect power from the residential gateway before attempting to connect to any device.

2Power off your PC and other networking device; then, unplug them from the power source.

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