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Status and Basic Settings •
Motorola SURFboard • User Guide
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Using the DHCP Server Feature
A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server automatically assigns IP address to
computers within a set range. Use the feature if you wish to manually configure the IP
address assignment range for your network.
Activate the DHCP Server
1.
Select
DHCP
from the
Basic
menu.
2.
Select
Yes
to activate the
DHCP Server
.
3.
Enter a number for the
Starting Local Address
field.
4.
Enter the number of
CPE’s
.
5.
Click
Apply
.
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Creating Wi-Fi Networks •
Motorola SURFboard • User Guide
14
6
Creating Wi-Fi Networks
The SBG6580 supports both a Primary Wi-Fi network for you, and a guest network for
visitors. You can quickly add WPS-enabled devices to your Wi-Fi network by entering a
PIN or pushing a button.
Create a Primary Wireless Network
1.
Log on to the modem’s interface.
2.
Click
Wireless
.
3.
Click
Primary Network
.
4.
Enable the Primary Network.
5.
Disable or select the
Automatic Security Configuration
(WPS or SES).
6.
Enter the name of your wireless network in the
Network Name (SSID)
field.
7.
Select an
Automatic Security Configuration
option:
Disabled – User must configure the system manually
WPS (WiFi Protected) – Easy and quick start up
SES – (Secure Easy Set-up) – Better security, slow set-up
8.
Select the Security Method:
WPA
Wi-Fi Protected Access
WPA-PSK
Wi-Fi Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key, standard encryption
WPA2
Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2 with Pre-Shared Key, standard
encryption with the AES encryption type
WPA2-PSK
Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2 with Pre-Shared Key
Notes:
•
Motorola recommends using WPA2-PSK.
•
The SBG6580 has a default Pre-Shared Key. Use the default key to configure a
wireless adapter. For better security, Motorola recommends that you change the Pre-
Shared Key setting.
9.
Select the
WPA/WPA2 Encryption
type.
10.
Click
Apply
.
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Creating Wi-Fi Networks •
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Create a Guest Wireless Network
1.
Log in to the modem’s interface.
2.
Click
Wireless
.
3.
Click
Guest Network
.
4.
Enable the
Guest Network
.
5.
Name your wireless guest network.
6.
Select the Security Method:
WPA
Wi-Fi Protected Access
WPA-PSK
Wi-Fi Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key, standard encryption
WPA2
Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2 with Pre-Shared Key, standard
encryption with the AES encryption type
WPA2-PSK
Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2 with Pre-Shared Key
Motorola recommends using WPA2-PSK.
7.
Select the
WPA/WPA2 Encryption
type.
AES
provides the strongest encryption,
TKIP
provides strong encryption with improved compatibility (not
supported if configured for 802.11N)
TKIP&AES
Allows both TKIP and AES-capable clients to connect.
•
Motorola recommends using AES, the default setting.
8.
Enter a new string in the
PRE-SHARED KEY
field.
•
For better security, Motorola recommends that you use a different
Pre-Shared
Key
for the
GUEST NETWORK
.
9.
Click
Apply
.
10.
Use the
GUEST NETWORK PRE-SHARED KEY
and configure the wireless adapter on
the guest network computer.
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Creating Wi-Fi Networks •
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Create a Wi-Fi Network Using the WPS Feature
You can use one of three options to add WPS-enabled devices to your Wi-Fi Network.
After logging in to the modem interface, use one of the following options to add advices.
Option 1 - PIN
1.
Click
Wireless
.
2.
Click
Basic.
3.
Select
Restore Wireless Defaults
and click
Apply
.
4.
Click
Primary Network
.
5.
Select
WPS
from
Automatic Security Configuration
pull-down menu.
6.
Enter the
Device Name
.
7.
Enter the PIN of the device you are adding to the
WPS Setup AP
field.
8.
Wait for the web page to display “
Your AP is now waiting for the STA to
connect.
”
9.
Select your wireless network on the Client GUI (device), and then connect using the
PIN. The system reports when you have successfully connected.
Option 2 - WPS Pairing Button
1.
Click
Wireless
.
2.
Click
Basic.
3.
Select
Restore Wireless Defaults
and
Apply
.
4.
Click
Primary Network
.
5.
Select
WPS
from the
Automatic Security Configuration
pull-down.
6.
Press and hold the
WPS
pairing button (approximately 7 seconds). The Wireless LED
starts blinking.
7.
Select the correct SSID on the device you are pairing, and then connect by pushing
the device’s WPS button. The system reports when you have successfully
connected.
Option 3 - Push-Button method from the SBG6580 GUI
1.
Click
Wireless
.
2.
Click
Basic.
3.
Select
Restore Wireless Defaults
and
Apply
.
4.
Select
Push-Button
from the
WPS Add Client
options and then press the
Add
button. A
page displays “
Your AP is now waiting for the STA to connect.
”
5.
Select your network name on the device being added to your network.
6.
Push the
WPS
button on the device to connect. The system reports when you have
successfully connected.
Note:
The method of configuring the device for WPS varies depending on the wireless
adapter and the operating system (Windows XP, Mac, etc.,) being used. Some adapters
have a physical button, and others provide a Client GUI that allow the user to select either
PIN or Push Button method.
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7
Setting the Parental Control Features
The Parental Control features allow you to block websites, schedule Internet availability,
and monitor web visits.
Enable Parental Controls
1.
Log in to the modem’s interface.
2.
Click
Parental Control
.
3.
Click
Basic
.
4.
Check the
Enable Parental Control
box.
5.
Click
Apply
.
Create Policies to Block or Allow Content
1.
Enter the name of your new policy in the
Add New Policy
field.
2.
Click
Add New Policy
.
3.
Select the newly created policy from the pull-down menu (located beside the
Remove
Policy
button).
4.
Go to the box under the desired category (
Keyword List
,
Blocked Domain List
,
Allowed
Domain List
).
5.
Enter keywords and/or domain names you wish to block or allow.
6.
Click
Add
to grow the list(s).
Setting the Parental Control Features •
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