Getting Started
Terayon TA-102 and TA-202 MTA Modem Installation Guide
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System Requirements
Before you begin installing your new Terayon MTA modem, make sure your com-
puter system has the following hardware and software.
IMPORTANT: Computers using Windows 95, NT 4.0, or a Mac-
intosh operating system must use an ethernet
port to connect to the TA-102 or TA-202 Modem.
Installation Overview
As you follow the self-installation process, you may be asked to perform some
tasks you have not previously attempted. You will be guided through the follow-
ing steps:
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Connecting the CATV Coaxial Cable to the Modem
•
Connecting the Power Adaptor to the Modem
•
Connecting the Modem to your Computer
•
Starting the Modem.
What You Will Need
The following is a list of items you will need to install your new Terayon MTA
modem:
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This installation guide
•
Your computer user manual
•
The MTA modem
Hardware/Software
IBM PC or Compatible
Apple/Macintosh
CPU
Pentium class microprocessor or
equivalent
Power PC 601 or later;
iMac®
Memory (RAM)
32 MB
24 MB
Available Disk Space
50 MB
50 MB
Operating System
Windows® 95, 98, 2000, ME, XP,
Windows NT® 4.0 Workstation
OS 7.5.1 or later
Network Connectivity
Must have (any one):
•
USB Port
•
10/100 Base-T Ethernet Card
•
PCMCIA Ethernet Card (lap-
top)
Must have (any one):
•
USB Port
•
10/100 Base-T Ethernet
Card
•
PCMCIA Card (laptop)