Chapter 1
Getting started
The ARRIS SURFboard
®
SB6183 DOCSIS 3.0
®
Cable Modem provides a secure ultra high-
speed broadband connection to the Internet for your computer and other network-enabled
devices on your home or small business network.
This Guide provides a product overview and instructions for installing and setting up your
SB6183 to get it connected to your home network.
In the box
Before installing the SB6183, check that the following items are also included in the box. If
any items are missing, please call ARRIS Technical Support at 1-877-466-8646 for assistance.
SB6183 package contents
Item
Description
SB6183 Cable
Modem
High-speed DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem
Power Supply
Power cord for an electrical wall outlet
connection
Ethernet Cable
Standard Category 5 (CAT5) or higher cable for
connecting to the network
Software License &
Regulatory Card
Software license, warranty, Safety
instructions, and regulatory information for
the cable modem
SURFboard
®
SB6183 DOCSIS
®
3.0 Cable Modem User Guide STANDARD Revision x.4
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