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Installing the Modem • Setting Up a Wi-Fi Network
Motorola SURFboard SBG941 Series Wireless Cable Modem Gateways • User Guide
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Renewing Your IP Address in Windows XP or Windows Vista
1.
Open a command prompt window.
A.
From the Windows Taskbar, click
Start
to open the Start menu.
B.
Select
Run
to open the Run window.
C.
Type
cmd
in the Open entry box and click
OK
.
2.
Type
ipconfig /renew
and press
ENTER
. A valid IP address should appear
indicating that Internet access is available.
3.
Type
exit
and press
ENTER
to close the command prompt window.
If, after performing this procedure, your computer cannot access the Internet, call your
cable provider for help.
Setting Up a Wi-Fi Network
Do the following to set up a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button on the modem:
1.
If necessary, power on the modem.
2.
Power on the WPS-enabled devices you want to have access to the network, such
as a PC or router.
The Wi-Fi network will automatically detect the WPS devices.
3.
Press
WPS
button on the modem.
4.
If applicable, press
WPS
button on the other WPS devices.
Wall Mounting the Modem
If you choose to wall mount the modem, do the following before starting:
•
Locate the unit as specified by the local or national codes governing residential or
business cable TV and communications services.
•
Follow all local standards for installing a network interface unit/network interface
device (NIU/NID).
•
Make sure the AC power plug is disconnected from the wall outlet and all cables are
removed from the back of the modem before starting the installation.
•
Determine if you are mounting the modem horizontally or vertically.
•
Use M3.5 x 38 mm (#6 x 1½ inch) screws with a flat underside and maximum screw
head diameter of 9.0 mm to mount the modem.
See the screw mounting dimensions below to properly mount the modem:
