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Determine the connection types you will make to the SBG1000. Check that you have the required cables,
adapters, and adapter software. You may need:
If you are installing the optional Motorola External Diversity Antenna, you may need a pair of needle nose pliers.
Coaxial cable, RF splitters, hubs, and switches are available at consumer electronic stores.
Precautions
Postpone SBG1000 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 SBG1000 rear panel.
To prevent overheating the SBG1000, do not block the ventilation holes on the bottom of the unit.
Do not open the unit. Refer all service to your cable provider.
Wipe the unit with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals. Do not spray cleaners directly
on the unit or use forced air to remove dust.
Wireless LAN
An IEEE 802.11b
wireless
adapter and driver software for each computer having a wireless
connection (see “
Ethernet LAN
Ethernet cables and network interface cards (NICs) with accompanying installation software
To connect more than five computers to the SBG1000, one or more Ethernet hubs or switches
USB
A USB cable and the SBG1000 Installation CD-ROM containing the software for USB installation
HPNA LAN
Telephone jumper cables
An HPNA adapter and driver software for each computer connected using HPNA
Printer
A printer cable
To avoid damaging the SBG1000 or computers with static electricity:
Always first connect the coaxial cable to
the grounded cable TV wall outlet.
Before you connect or disconnect the
USB or Ethernet cable from the
SBG1000 or PC, always touch the
coaxial cable connector on the SBG1000
to release any static charges.