
Chapter 1: Getting started
Item
Description
SURFboard Quick
Start Guide
Provides information for installing your Wi-Fi cable
modem and setting up a secure Wi-Fi network
connection in your home or small business network.
Additional items needed (not included)
The following items are not included in the product box and must be purchased separately, if
required:
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Coaxial (coax) cable - if one is not already connected to a cable wall outlet
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RF splitter - for additional coaxial cable connections, such as a set-top box or smart TV
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Ethernet cable - for each additional Ethernet-enabled device
System requirements
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High-speed Internet access account
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Web browser access – Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari
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Compatible operating systems:
● Windows
®
10
● Windows 8
● Windows 8.1
● Windows 7 service pack 1 (SP1)
Note:
Although older versions of Microsoft Windows operating systems are
no longer specifically supported, they should still function with your SBG8300.
● Mac
®
10.4 or higher
● UNIX
®
● Linux
®
Contact information
For technical support and additional ARRIS product information:
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Visit the ARRIS Support website:
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Call ARRIS Technical Support:
1-877-466-8646
SURFboard
®
SBG8300 DOCSIS 3.1 Wi-Fi cable modem User Guide STANDARD Revision x.5
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