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Satellite-based commissioning
Satellite-based commissioning (SBC) is the preferred commissioning method. Using SBC, you
use a web-based interface on the satellite modem to:
• Obtain an IP address from the modem
• Verify the Ethernet connection (ping test)
• Upload the
sbc.cfg
file to the modem
• Enter commissioning parameters
• Point the antenna
• Register the modem
The modem contains an SBC configuration file ( sbc.cfg ) that contains satellite information for
SBC and the auto-commissioning server (ACS) used during commissioning. Occasionally, new
satellites are activated to support broadband service. As a result, you may be required to upload
an
sbc.cfg
file to the modem prior to installation or manually enter satellite parameters during
modem installation.
If a new sbc.cfg file is available you are instructed to download the sbc.cfg file from an
installation support web site. You must save the
sbc.cfg
file the installer laptop computer prior
to commissioning so you can upload it to the modem.
If a new satellite is activated but a new sbc.cfg file is not available, the new satellite parameters
are distributed to you in a technical update email or other communication. In this case you must
manually enter the new satellite parameters.
Note: If the service provider has provided you with an sbc.cfg file, you must complete
the procedures in Uploading the sbc.cfg file to the satellite modem on page 24 to upload
the file to the modem.
If you need troubleshooting information concerning satellite-based commissioning, see the
satellite modem’s online Help. Access this information through the System Control Center
Help
link ( Help → Frequently Asked Questions ).
Obtaining an IP address from the satellite modem
1. Make sure the installer laptop is configured to support DHCP.
2. Verify that the installer laptop is connected to the modem with an Ethernet cable.
3. Open a command prompt or window on the installer laptop.
4. Type ipconfig /release .
5.
Press
Enter
.
6. Type ipconfig /renew .
7. Press Enter .
Note: To view all IP configuration commands, open a command prompt window, type
ipconfig /help , and press
Enter
.
If the modem does not assign IP address 192.168.0.2 to the installer laptop, restart the installer
laptop to obtain the IP address.
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