Hughes HN9200, Installation Manual

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the computer operating system manufacturer and the following networking and browser
requirements.
Make sure the installer laptop is configured to support DHCP.
Note: The satellite modem can be used with a Mac computer that meets these requirements,
but Mac computers are not supported as a tool for installing the satellite modem.
Networking and Internet browser requirements
• Ethernet port
• Ethernet NIC installed on at least one computer, 10/100 BaseT
• Ethernet cable (provided)
• A web browser such as Internet Explorer with proxy settings disabled
Connecting a network – If the customer wants to connect a network to the satellite modem,
this requires an Ethernet hub or other such device. The customer must supply and configure the
hub and cables. Required IP address information is obtained during commissioning.
Static IP address – The computer can be configured to use a static IP address if the HughesNet
service plan provides for one or more static IP addresses. If the computer is configured to use a
specific static IP address, disable DHCP.
Do not connect the power supply to the satellite modem,
or connect the power supply to a power source until you are instructed to do so.
Related components
The satellite modem is the indoor component of the satellite terminal. The terminal also includes
the (outdoor) antenna and IFL cables. This section presents information on the outdoor
components and other related equipment. For additional information, see the applicable documents
listed in
Table 3: Related installation documents on page 11.
Antenna
You must assemble and install the antenna before you install the satellite modem. You point the
antenna as part of the modem commissioning process.
Only a trained professional installer should install the
outdoor antenna assembly. In the United States, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
requires professional installation and service of the antenna assembly because it transmits radio
frequency (RF) energy.
The HN9200 satellite modem can be used with a 0.74 m, 0 .98 m, 1.2 m, or 1.8 m two-way
satellite antenna. The antenna assembly is shipped in a separate box.
The main source of information on the antenna is the antenna installation guide. Each antenna
model has its own installation guide. If you do not have the antenna installation guide, find the
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HN9200 Satellite Modem Installation Guide
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Chapter 2 Preparing for installation