Chapter 3
:
Getting Started
If the Data Gateway was provided by your cable company, they already have the required
information.
In addition, you should ask your cable company the following questions:
Do you have any special system requirements or files that I need to download after I
am connected?
When can I start using my Data Gateway?
Do I need a user ID or password to access the Internet or my e-mail?
System Requirements
The Touchstone Data Gateway operates with most computers. The following describes
requirements for each operating system; see the documentation for your system for details
on enabling and configuring networking.
To use the Data Gateway, you need DOCSIS high-speed Internet service from your cable
company.
Recommended Hardware
The following hardware configuration is recommended. Computers not meeting this
configuration can still work with the DG3260, but may not be able to make maximum use
of DG3260 throughput.
CPU: P4, 3GHz or faster
RAM: 1GB or greater
Hard drive: 7200 RPM or faster
Ethernet: Gig-E (1000BaseT)
Windows
Windows XP , Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8. A supported Ethernet or
wireless LAN connection must be available.
MacOS
System 7.5 to MacOS 9.2 (Open Transport recommended) or MacOS X. A supported
Ethernet or wireless LAN connection must be available.
Linux/other Unix
Hardware drivers, TCP/IP, and DHCP must be enabled in the kernel. A supported
Ethernet or wireless LAN connection must be available.
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