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MAC Label
The SBG901 Media Access Control (MAC) label contains the MAC address which is a
unique, 48-bit value that identifies each Ethernet network device. To receive data
service, you will need to provide the MAC address marked
HFC MAC ID
to your Internet
Service provider.
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Getting Started
This section provides information on setting up and installing the SBG901 wireless
gateway. For information on WLAN setup, see
Setting Up Your Wireless LAN
.
Before You Begin
Before you begin the installation, check that the following items were included with your
Motorola SBG901 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway:
Item
Description
Power cord
Connects the SBG901 to an AC electrical outlet
10/100Base-T
Ethernet cable
Connects the SBG901 to the network via the
Ethernet port. Cable must be Cat 5 or greater with an
RJ-45 connector.
Software License &
Regulatory Card
Contains software license, warranty, and safety
information for the SBG901.
SBG901 Installation
CD-ROM
Contains the SBG901 Installation Assistant, and this
user guide
SBG901 Install Sheet
Provides basic information for setting up the SBG901
You must have the latest service packs and patches installed on your computer for your
operating system. You will need a 75-ohm
coaxial cable
with F-type connectors to
connect the SBG901 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 SBG901.
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Determine which connection types you will make to the SBG901. Check that you have
the required cables, adapters, and adapter software. You may need:
Item
Description
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 one computer via an Ethernet connection to the
SBG901
Precautions
Postpone SBG901 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 SBG901 rear panel.
To prevent overheating the SBG901, 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.
Signing Up for Service
You must sign up with an Internet Service provider to access the Internet and other
online services. To activate your service, call your local Internet Service provider.
You will need to provide the MAC address marked
HFC MAC ID
printed on the
MAC
Label
.
You can record it on the
SBG901 Install Sheet.
You should ask your Internet Service provider the following questions:
•
Do I have any special system requirements?
•
When can I begin to use my SBG901?
•
Are there any files I need to download after connecting the SBG901?
•
Do I need a user name or password to access the Internet or use e-mail?
System Requirements
You can connect Microsoft
®
Windows
®
, Macintosh
®
, UNIX
®
, or Linux
®
computers to the
SBG901 LAN using one of the following connections:
•
Ethernet
— 10Base-T or 10/100Base-T Ethernet adapter with proper driver software
installed.
•
Wireless
— Any IEEE 802.11g or IEEE 802.11b device. This includes any Wi-Fi
certified wireless device, such as a cellular telephone equipped with this feature.
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In addition, your computer must meet the following requirements:
•
Computer with Pentium
©
class or better processor
•
Windows XP, Windows Vista, Macintosh, Linux, or UNIX operating system with
available operating system CD-ROM
You can use any web browser such as Microsoft
®
Internet Explorer, Netscape
Navigator
®
, or Mozilla
®
Firefox
®
with the SBG901 wireless gateway.
Connecting the SBG901 to the Cable System
Note
: Before starting, be sure the computer is turned on and the
SBG901 is unplugged.
1.
Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the cable outlet or splitter.
2.
Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the cable connector on the SBG901.
Hand-tighten the connectors to avoid damaging them.
3.
Plug the power cord into the power connector on the SBG901.
4.
Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. This turns on the SBG901. You do not
need to unplug it when not in use. The first time you plug in the SBG901, allow it
five to 30 minutes to find and lock on the appropriate communications channels.
Check that the LEDs on the front panel cycle through the following sequence:
SBG901 LED Activity During Startup
LED
Description
POWER
Turns on when AC power is connected to the SBG901.
Indicates that the power is connected properly.
RECEIVE
Flashes while scanning for the downstream receive channel.
Changes to solid green when the receive channel is locked.
SEND
Flashes while scanning for the upstream send channel.
Changes to solid green when the send channel is locked.
ONLINE
Flashes during SBG901 registration and configuration.
Changes to solid green when the SBG901 is registered.
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Cabling the LAN
After connecting to the cable system, you can connect your wired Ethernet LAN. Some
sample connections are shown in
Wired Ethernet LAN
. On each networked computer,
you must install proper drivers for the Ethernet adapter. Detailed information about
network cabling is beyond the scope of this document.
Obtaining an IP Address for an Ethernet
Connection
To obtain the IP address for your computer’s network interface, use one of the following
options:
•
Retrieve the statically defined IP address and DNS address
•
Automatically retrieve the IP address using the Network DHCP server
The Motorola SBG901 gateway provides a DHCP server on its LAN. It is recommended
that you configure your LAN to obtain the IPs for the LAN and DNS server automatically.
Configuring TCP/IP
Make sure all client computers are configured for TCP/IP, which is a protocol for
communication between computers. Perform one of the following for the operating
system you are running:
•
Configuring TCP/IP in Windows XP
•
Configuring TCP/IP in Windows Vista
•
For UNIX systems, follow the instructions in the applicable UNIX user
documentation.
After configuring TCP/IP on your computer, perform one of the following to verify the IP
address:
•
Verifying the IP Address in Windows XP
•
Verifying the IP Address in Windows Vista
For UNIX systems, follow the instructions in the applicable UNIX user documentation.
Your cable provider may provide additional instructions to set up your computer.
Configuring TCP/IP in Windows XP
1.
Open the
Control Panel
.
2.
Double-click
Network Connections
to list the Dial-up and LAN or High-Speed
Internet connections.
3.
Right-click the network connection for your network interface.
4.
Select
Properties
from the drop-down menu to display the Local Area Connection
Properties window. Be sure Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked.

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