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Installing the Modem • Wall Mounting the Modem
SB6121 DOCSIS 3.0® Cable Modem • Installation Guide
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Before drilling holes in the wall, check the structure for potential damage to water,
gas, or electrical lines.
1.
Position and secure the wall mounting template on the wall to mark the holes.
2.
Select an appropriate depth and diameter to drill the holes to a depth of at least 1½
inches (3.8 cm).
Note
: The hole depth will be determined by the installer and by the type of hardware
selected.
See the dimension diagram below for the spacing needed between the wall and
underside of the screw head:
9.0 mm (0.35”) maximum
screw head diameter
2.6 mm (0.10”) maximum
screw head thickness
2.5 mm (0.10”) minimum
screw head to wall spacing
3.
After mounting the cable modem, reconnect the coaxial and Ethernet cable.
4.
Re-plug the power cord into the +12VDC Power connector on the cable modem and
the electrical outlet.
5.
Properly arrange the cables to prevent any safety hazards.
6.
Verify that the cable modem is still securely attached to the wall.
Wall Mounting Template
Print the wall mounting template on the following page.
