Motorola 505788-006-00 Precautions, Glossary, Introduction, Before You Begin, Troubleshooting

Introduction

Before You Begin

Installation & Configuration Troubleshooting FAQ Glossary License

To avoid damaging your cable

modem or PC with static electricity:

ETHERNET USB

Precautions

Postpone cable modem installation until there is no risk of thunderstorm or lightning activity in the area.

To avoid damaging the cable modem with static electricity:

•Always first connect the coaxial cable to the grounded cable TV wall outlet.

•Before you connect or disconnect the USB or Ethernet cable from your cable modem or PC, always touch the coaxial cable connector on the cable modem to release any static charges.

C ABLE

MAC ID: ABDCEF012345

H FC MAC ID: ABCDEF012345

S/ N: PPPPMMYJJJSSSSSCAABBCCCC C USTOMER S/N:BCDFGHJKLMNP

Always make the wall

To prevent overheating the cable modem, do not block the ventilation holes on its sides.

Do not open the cable modem. Refer all service to your cable service provider.

Wipe the cable modem with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid or similar

+12VDC

connection first.

chemicals. Do not spray cleaners directly on the unit or use forced air to remove dust.

Before you connect or disconnect the USB or Ethernet cable, always touch the coaxial cable connector on the cable modem.

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