Chapter 4
:
Installing the Cable Modem
SURFboard SB6141 Cable Modem User Guide
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Gather the following items:
Wall-mounting template or ruler/measuring tape
Applicable screwdriver: Phillips or flathead
Two M3.5 (#6) screws with a flat underside and maximum screw head diameter of 9.0
mm to mount the SB6141.
Note
: Contact a qualified installer to determine the appropriate screw length
needed for mounting a cable modem.
See the figure below for the spacing needed between the screw heads and wall:
Figure 4:
Wall Mount-Screw Head Dimensions
Note
:
If possible, mount the SB6141 to concrete, masonry, wooden stud, or some other
solid wall material. Use anchor bolts if necessary (for example, if you mount the unit on
drywall).
Caution:
Before drilling holes in the wall, check the structure for potential damage to
water, gas, or electrical lines.
Follow these steps to wall mount the SB6141:
1.
as a guide for drilling holes in the wall (see Figure 5).
WARNING
! The wall mounting template is intended as a sample representation of
the SB6141 side view. The mounting hole dimensions shown on the template are not
accurate. BEFORE drilling any holes in the wall, check to ensure that your
measurements match the holes on the side of the SB6141.
2.
Select an appropriate depth and diameter to drill the holes to a depth of at least 1½ inches
(3.8 cm).
