Creating Wi-Fi Networks
SURFboard® SBG6580 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway
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Creating Wi-Fi Networks
The SBG6580 supports a secure method for setting up multiple wireless access points on your wireless
home network. This enables you to designate a guest network for visitors, friends, or other family
members without giving them access to your files or other devices on your primary network. You have
the option to create a PIN or pushbutton method for logging onto your wireless network.
Set Up Your Wireless Primary Network
1.
Open a web browser and log onto the SBG6580 to open the SBG6580 Web Manager. See
Start the
Gateway Web Manager
for more information.
2.
Click
Wireless
on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.
3.
Click
Primary Network Settings
from the Wireless submenu options.
Figure 34 – Wireless Primary Network Screen
4.
Select
Enabled
or
Disabled
in the Wireless Network field to turn ON or OFF wireless networking on
your home network.
5.
Keep the default ARRIS or Motorola network name (also listed on the gateway label) or enter a
name of your choice for your wireless primary network in the Network Name (SSID) field.
6.
Select
Enabled
or
Disabled
in the Network Name (SSID) Broadcast field to turn ON or OFF access to
the selected wireless network.
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