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Hardware Overview
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AC1900, N900, and N450 WiFi
Cable Data Gateways
Product Label of the N900 WiFi Cable Data Gateway
The label on the side panel of the cable data gateway shows the login information, MAC
address, serial number, WiFi network names, and WiFi password (key).
Serial Number
MAC Address
2.4 GHZ preset WiFi SSID
5 GHZ preset WiFi SSID
Preset WiFi password
Figure 6. Product label of the N900
Hardware Features of the N450 WiFi Cable Data Gateway
This section describes the physical aspects of the N450 WiFi Cable Data Gateway, Model
CG3000Dv2. This model provides one radio for the 2.4 GHz band and can support WiFi
throughput of up to 450 Mbps.
Note:
For optimal performance, keep the cable data gateway vertical in the
stand and do not detach the stand. Do not mount this unit to a wall; it
is not suitable for wall mounting.
Front Panel of the N450 WiFi Cable Data Gateway
The front panel contains control buttons, status LEDs, and a USB 2.0 port. Use the USB port
to connect a USB hard drive or flash drive to the cable data gateway. Use the LEDs to verify
status and connections.
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WPS LED
WiFi
9
LED
USB port
Power LED
Downstream LED
Upstream LED
Internet LED
LAN LEDs
WPS button
Nonfunctional button
Hardware Overview
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AC1900, N900, and N450 WiFi
Cable Data Gateways
Figure 7. Front panel buttons and LEDs of the N450
You can use the LEDs to verify status and connections. The following table lists and
describes each LED and button on the front panel.
Table 3.
LEDs and front panel buttons of the N450
LED
Icon
Description
WiFi LED
•
Solid green
. The WiFi radio is functioning and available for use.
•
Blinking green
. The WiFi radio is processing traffic.
•
Off
. The WiFi radio is disabled. (If the radio is disabled, see
Control the WiFi
Radios
on page
109.)
Note:
The WiFi button is disabled for this product.
WPS button
and LED
Press the
WPS
button to open a two-minute window for the cable data gateway to
connect with other WPS-enabled devices.
The WPS LED blinks green during this two-minute period. For more information
about using the WPS method to implement WiFi security, see the following sections:
•
Join the WiFi Network of the WiFi Cable Data Gateway
on page
26
•
Use the WPS Wizard to Add a Device to the WiFi Network
on page
52
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Hardware Overview
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AC1900, N900, and N450 WiFi
Cable Data Gateways
Power
•
Solid green
. The cable data gateway is receiving power.
•
Blinking green
. The cable data gateway is powering on.
•
Blinking red
. The cable data gateway is performing a self-test or the thermal
cutoff circuit was triggered.
•
Off
. The cable data gateway is not receiving power.
Note:
If the Power LED lights red or blinks red at any other time than while booting,
see
Troubleshoot with the LEDs
on page
155.
Downstream
•
Solid blue
. More than one downstream channel is locked.
•
Solid green
. One downstream channel is locked (channel bonding does not
occur).
•
Blinking green
. The cable data gateway is scanning for a downstream
channel.
•
Off
. No downstream channel is locked.
Upstream
•
Solid blue
. More than one upstream channel is locked.
•
Solid green
. One upstream channel is locked (channel bonding does not
occur).
•
Blinking green
. The cable data gateway is scanning for an upstream channel.
•
Off
. No upstream channel is locked.
Internet
•
Solid green
. The cable data gateway is connected to the Internet.
•
Slow blinking green
. The cable data gateway is receiving DHCP information
from the cable provider’s cable modem termination system (CMTS).
•
Fast blinking green
. The cable data gateway is downloading a configuration
file from the cable provider’s CMTS.
•
Off
. The cable data gateway is not connected to the Internet.
LAN
The type of Ethernet connection determines the LED color:
•
A green LED indicates a 1,000 Mbps connection.
•
An amber LED indicates a 100/10 Mbps connection.
The LED functions are as follows:
•
Solid green or amber
. The Ethernet port is connected to a powered-on device.
•
Blinking green or amber
. Data is being transmitted or received on the Ethernet
port.
•
Off
. The Ethernet port does not detect a powered-on device.
Table 3.
LEDs and front panel buttons of the N450 (continued)
LED
Icon
Description
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Hardware Overview
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AC1900, N900, and N450 WiFi
Cable Data Gateways
Back Panel of the N450 WiFi Cable Data Gateway
LAN ports
Coaxial cable connector
USB port
Power adapter input
Reset button
The back panel contains ports, connectors, and a recessed button.
Figure 8. Back panel connections and button of the N450
The back panel includes the following components, viewed from top to bottom:
•
Four 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN ports
. Use these ports to connect local computers
to the Ethernet LAN of the cable data gateway.
•
USB port
. A second USB 2.0 port lets you connect a USB hard drive or flash drive to the
cable data gateway. (The first USB 2.0 port is on the front panel.)
•
Recessed Reset button
.
To set the gateway to the original factory settings, press and
hold the
Reset
button for at least seven seconds. For more information, see
Return the
WiFi Cable Data Gateway to Its Factory Default Settings
on page
94.
•
Coaxial cable connector
. Attach a coaxial cable to the cable service provider’s
connection.
•
Power input connector
. Attach the power adapter cable to this input.
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Hardware Overview
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AC1900, N900, and N450 WiFi
Cable Data Gateways
Product Label of the N450 WiFi Cable Data Gateway
The label on the side panel of the cable data gateway shows the login information, WiFi
network name, WiFi password (key), serial number, and MAC address.
Preset WiFi SSID
Preset WiFi password
Serial number
MAC address
Figure 9. Product label of the N450
Position Your WiFi Cable Data Gateway
The cable data gateway lets you access your network from anywhere within the operating
range of your WiFi network. However, the operating distance or range of your WiFi
connection can vary significantly depending on the physical placement of your cable data
gateway. For example, the thickness and number of walls the WiFi signal passes through can
limit the range.
For best results, place your cable data gateway according to the following guidelines:
•
Place your cable data gateway on an upper floor of a multifloor home or office.
•
Place your cable data gateway near the center of the area where your computers and
other devices operate, and within line of sight to your WiFi devices.
•
Make sure that the cable data gateway is within reach of an AC power outlet and near
Ethernet cables for wired computers.
•
Place the cable data gateway in an elevated location, minimizing the number walls and
ceilings between the cable data gateway and your other devices.
•
Place the cable data gateway away from electrical devices such as these:
-
Ceiling fans
-
Home security systems
-
Microwaves
-
Computers
-
Base of a cordless phone
-
2.4 GHz cordless phone

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