Chapter 1
Getting started
Welcome to the next generation of ultra, high-speed ARRIS
®
DOCSIS 3.1
®
Wi-Fi cable
modems. The SURFboard SBG8300 is a combination DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem and four-
port Ethernet router with Wi-Fi. It uses DOCSIS 3.1 technology to provide ultra, high-speed
Internet access in your home or small business network. Using the connection capabilities of
the Wi-Fi cable modem, you can connect your computer and other network-enabled devices
using the four Ethernet ports or the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless connections. The SBG8300
connects to the existing coaxial cable connection in your home.
This user guide provides instructions for installing and configuring your SBG8300, setting up
secure Wi-Fi network connections for your network devices, and managing your Wi-Fi home
network configuration.
In the box
Before installing your SBG8300, check that the items listed in the table below are included
in the SBG8300 product box. If any items are missing, please call ARRIS technical support at
1-877-466-8646
for assistance.
Table 1: SBG8300 package contents
Item
Description
SBG8300
Wi-Fi cable modem
High-speed DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem, wireless
access point, and four-port Ethernet router
Wall power supply
Power supply for an electrical wall outlet connection
Software License &
Warranty card
Contains safety and regulatory information, software
license, and warranty for the SBG8300.
SURFboard
®
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