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4004041 Rev A WebSTAR DPX2203 or EPX2203 VoIP Cable Modem User’s Guide 1
WebSTAR DPX2203 or EPX2203
VoIP Cable Modem User’s Guide
Overview
Introduction
Welcome to the world of high-speed Internet and high quality digital telephone
service. Your new WebSTAR™ Model DPX2203™ or Model EPX2203™ Cable
Modem with Embedded MTA is a modem that meets industry standards for high-
speed data connectivity along with digital telephone service. The DPX2203 or
EPX2203 offers the following outstanding features:
• Data Over Cable System Interface Specifications (DOCSIS) technology to deliver
high-end performance and reliability
• 10/100BaseT Ethernet and USB ports to provide connectivity for high-speed data
services or to other Internet devices
• Two RJ-11 telephony ports for connecting conventional telephones or fax
machines
This guide provides procedures and recommendations for placing, installing,
configuring, operating, and troubleshooting your DPX2203 or EPX2203 cable modem
for high-speed Internet or digital telephone service, or both simultaneously. Refer to
the appropriate section in this guide for the specific information you need for your
situation. Contact your cable service provider for more information about
subscribing to these services.
In This Guide
This guide contains the following topics.
Topic See Page
Section A
IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 2
Section B
Before You Begin 6
Section C
Front and Back Panel Components 8
Section D
Internet Service Installation 11
Section E
Telephone Service Installation 29
Notices 38
FCC Compliance
39
For Information 42