Motorola SVG2500 manual Precautions, Installation, Wireless LAN, Wired Ethernet

2 INSTALLATION

You must have the latest service packs and patches installed on your computer for your operating system. You will need 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors to connect the SVG2500 to the nearest cable outlet. If a TV is connected to the cable outlet, you may need a 5 to 900 MHz RF splitter and two additional coaxial cables to use both the TV and the SVG2500.

Determine the connection types you will make to the SVG2500. Check that you have the required cables, adapters, and adapter software. You may need:

Wireless LAN	Wireless adapter and driver software for each computer having a wireless
	connection.
Wired Ethernet	Ethernet cables and network interface cards (NICs) with accompanying
	installation software
LAN	To connect more than four computers to the SVG2500, one or more Ethernet
	hubs or switches
USB	A USB cable and the SVG2500 Installation CD-ROM containing the software
	for USB installation

Coaxial cable, RF splitters, hubs, and switches are available at consumer electronic stores.

Precautions

Postpone SVG2500 installation until there is no risk of thunderstorm or lightning activity in the area.

To avoid potential shock, always unplug the power cord from the wall outlet or other power source before disconnecting it from the SVG2500 rear panel.

To prevent overheating the SVG2500, do not block the ventilation holes on the sides of the unit. Do not open the unit. Refer all service to your Internet Service provider.

Wipe the unit with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals. Do not spray cleaners directly on the unit or use forced air to remove dust.

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