Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product DPX110 Scientific Atlanta
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Webstar Cable Modem Model DPX110 Cable Modem.
2 Note to the Installer CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS Note to CATV System Installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the.
3 Cleaning the Equipment Before cleaning this equipment, unplug it from the electrical outlet. Use a damp cloth to clean this equipment. Do not use a liquid cleaner or an aerosol cleaner. Do not use a magnetic/static cleaning device (dust remover) to clean this equipment.
4 Liquid or Moisture Do not expose this equipment to liquid or moisture. Do not place this equipment on a wet surface. Do not spill liquids on or near this equipment. Lightning and Power Surges Plug your equipment into a surge protector in order to reduce the risk of damage from lightning strikes and power surges.
5 Equipment Checklist Before you install your cable modem, check the items in the carton. The carton should contain the following items: • One WebSTAR™ Cable Modem • One twisted pair Ethernet ca.
6 Overview Contents Overview ................................................................... 6 Getting Started ........................................................ 7 System Requirements ............................................. 8 WebSTAR Cable Modem Front Panel .
7 Getting Started Contacting Y our Local Cable Service Provider You need to set up an Internet access account with your local cable service provider in order to use your cable modem.
8 System Requirements Introduction This section provides hardware and software requirements. Minimum System Requirements for PCs • Personal computer (PC) with a Pentium MMX 133 processor or greater • 32 MB of RAM • Netscape or Internet Explorer • 3.
9 W ebST AR Cable Modem Front Panel 1 Power Illuminates solid green to indicate that power is being applied to the cable modem 2 PC Illuminates solid green to indicate that an Ethernet/USB carrier is .
10 W ebST AR Cable Modem Back Panel Back Panel Connections 1 Cable In F-Connector connects to an active cable signal from your cable service provider 2 USB 12 Mbps USB port connects to the USB port on.
11 Connection Diagram Installation Follow these steps for proper installation. 1. Power down your PC and unplug it from the power source. 2. Connect the active RF coaxial cable to the connector on the back of the cable modem labeled CABLE IN . Use an optional cable signal splitter to add a TV, a DHCT or set-top converter, or a VCR.
12 Configuring TCP/IP Introduction This section contains instructions for configuring the TCP/IP protocol for both Windows and Macintosh operating systems.
13 Configuring TCP/IP , continued 13. When the system finishes copying the files, click OK. 14. Close all networking windows. 15. When the System Settings Change dialog box appears, click YES to restart your computer. Configuring the TCP/IP Protocol on a Macintosh Note: Many Macintosh computers have Ethernet devices installed at the factory.
14 Configuring TCP/IP , continued 8. With the power off, simultaneously press and hold down the Command (Apple), Option, P, and R keys on your keyboard. Keeping those keys pressed down, power on your Macintosh. The computer will start, and you will hear the Apple chime; do not release these keys.
15 Installing the USB Drivers Installing the USB Drivers for Windows 98/98SE/ME/2000 If your PC has a USB interface, follow these steps to install the provided USB drivers. If your PC does not have a USB interface, you may skip this procedure. 1. Insert the USB Cable Modem Driver Installation disk into the floppy disk A drive of your PC.
16 T roubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Q. What if I don’t subscribe to cable TV? A. If cable TV is available in your area, data service may be made available with or without subscribing to cable TV service. Contact your local cable service provider for complete informa- tion on cable services, including high-speed Internet access.
17 T roubleshooting , continued Common T roubleshooting Issues The modem does not register an Ethernet connection. Even new computers do not always have Ethernet capabilities. Be sure to verify that your computer has a 10BaseT Ethernet card and that the Ethernet driver software is properly installed.
18 Tips for Improved Performance Check and Correct If your cable modem does not perform as expected, the following tips may help. If you need further assistance, contact your cable service provider. • Verify that the plug to your cable modem AC adapter is properly inserted into an electrical outlet.
19 T rademarks Scientific-Atlanta, the Scientific-Atlanta ARCs Logo, and W ebST AR are registered trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. Other trademarks listed her ein are the pr operty of their r espective owners. Disclaimer Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.
20 United States FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the applicable limits of Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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