Selecting an installation location – ARRIS DG860 User Guide User Manual

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Selecting an Installation Location

There are a number of factors to consider when choosing a location to install your

Data Gateway:

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Is an AC outlet available nearby? For best results, the outlet should not be

switched and should be close enough to the Data Gateway that exten sion

cords are not required.

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Is a cable jack available? For best performance, keep the number of split-

ters between the jack and cable drop to a minimum. Each splitter attenuates

(re duces) the signal available to the Data Gateway. A large number of split-

ters can slow down the Internet connection.

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If you are connecting devices to the Ethernet ports, can you easily run ca-

bles between the Data Gateway’s location and those devices?

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If you want to mount the Data Gateway on a wall, does the location pro vide

a solid surface for secure attachment? For best results when mounting the

Data Gateway on drywall, position the Data Gateway so at least one of the

screws are fastened to a stud. This may prevent the Data Gateway from

pulling out of the wall in the future.

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If you want to install the Data Gateway on a desktop, is there enough space

on either side to keep the vents clear? Blocking the vents may cause over-

heating.

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How close are your wireless devices? The Data Gateway wireless con nection

range is typically 100–200 feet (30m–65m). A number of factors can affect

connection range, as described below.

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