Introduction Before You Begin

Installation & Configuration

Troubleshooting FAQ Glossary License

Cable outlet

Coaxial cable

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Communications

Gateway

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Communications

Gateway

Cabling for Multiple Users

The Motorola Communications Gateway supports several multiple user configurations. Along with an optional hub or router, it can serve as an Internet gateway for up to 32 computers.

For information about multiple user service, contact your service provider.

For an overview of the installation process, see “Installation and Configuration Overview” on page 12.

Ethernet and USB

You can connect the USB port on one computer and the Ethernet port on another computer directly to the Communications Gateway, as shown at top left.

Caution

Do not connect both the Ethernet and USB cables to the same computer.

USB cable

Computer

Ethernet cable

Ethernet cable Ethernet hub

You can connect a single computer to the USB port and from one to 31 remaining users to an Ethernet hub, as shown at bottom left. You cannot connect more than one computer to the Communications Gateway through the USB port.

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Communications Gateway User Guide

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Motorola Communications Gateway manual Cabling for Multiple Users, Ethernet and USB