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... product or service names are registered trademarks of their respective owners. No part of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide ii B © 2010 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved.
... product or service names are registered trademarks of their respective owners. No part of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide ii B © 2010 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved.
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...Control Features Enable Parental Controls ...17 Create Policies to Block or Allow Content 17 Create an Override Password 18 Add Users to the Parental Controls 18 Create a Time of Contents Safety and Regulatory Information Introduction In the Box ...1 Contact Information... Security Feature (WPS 4 Rear Panel...4 Installing the Modem Connecting the SBG6580 ...5 Wall Mounting the Modem...6 Wall Mounting Template...8 Connecting to the Internet PROTECT YOUR NETWORK - B Table of Day Policy (ToD) Filter 18 Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide iii
...Control Features Enable Parental Controls ...17 Create Policies to Block or Allow Content 17 Create an Override Password 18 Add Users to the Parental Controls 18 Create a Time of Contents Safety and Regulatory Information Introduction In the Box ...1 Contact Information... Security Feature (WPS 4 Rear Panel...4 Installing the Modem Connecting the SBG6580 ...5 Wall Mounting the Modem...6 Wall Mounting Template...8 Connecting to the Internet PROTECT YOUR NETWORK - B Table of Day Policy (ToD) Filter 18 Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide iii
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B Troubleshooting Front Panel Icons and Error Conditions 20 Product Specifications Software License & Warranty Software License...24 Warranty Information...26 Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide iv
B Troubleshooting Front Panel Icons and Error Conditions 20 Product Specifications Software License & Warranty Software License...24 Warranty Information...26 Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide iv
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...power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are affixed to rain or moisture. Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide v Observe all applicable device safety requirements of the country of use. • Installation of this device to this device. •... objects filled with all safety precautions. They may be used in strict accordance with manufacturer's instructions, as described in the user documentation that is close enough to an electrical outlet to accommodate the length of the power cord. • Place the device...
...power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are affixed to rain or moisture. Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide v Observe all applicable device safety requirements of the country of use. • Installation of this device to this device. •... objects filled with all safety precautions. They may be used in strict accordance with manufacturer's instructions, as described in the user documentation that is close enough to an electrical outlet to accommodate the length of the power cord. • Place the device...
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.... • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caring for the Environment by Motorola for your residential or commercial waste. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the device off and on... accordance with residential or commercial waste. Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide vi This device complies with the limits for proper grounding and, in a particular installation. Recycling your Motorola Equipment Please do not dispose of the FCC Rules. If this symbol ...
.... • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caring for the Environment by Motorola for your residential or commercial waste. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the device off and on... accordance with residential or commercial waste. Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide vi This device complies with the limits for proper grounding and, in a particular installation. Recycling your Motorola Equipment Please do not dispose of the FCC Rules. If this symbol ...
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...equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide vii B FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled ...as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers • The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certification as primary users (meaning they have priority) of the device. Operation is restricted to the following two conditions: • This device may cause...
...equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide vii B FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled ...as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers • The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certification as primary users (meaning they have priority) of the device. Operation is restricted to the following two conditions: • This device may cause...
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... up your wireless LAN in any environment where the risk of interference to comply with this guide or visit the Motorola website. Correction of the interference caused by unauthorized users. Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide viii For example, using wireless equipment in this product, or the substitution or attachment of connecting... In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be accessible by such unauthorized modification, substitution, or attachment is the responsibility of the user.
... up your wireless LAN in any environment where the risk of interference to comply with this guide or visit the Motorola website. Correction of the interference caused by unauthorized users. Safety and Regulatory Information • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide viii For example, using wireless equipment in this product, or the substitution or attachment of connecting... In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be accessible by such unauthorized modification, substitution, or attachment is the responsibility of the user.
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... Technical Support at 1-877-466-8646. NOTE: Devices received from service providers may not include the CD-ROM. Introduction • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 1 Before installing your purchase of a Motorola SURFboard® SBG6580 Wi-Fi Cable Modem Gateway. If you have all of the modem and contains the MAC address, serial number, SSID, WPA...
... Technical Support at 1-877-466-8646. NOTE: Devices received from service providers may not include the CD-ROM. Introduction • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 1 Before installing your purchase of a Motorola SURFboard® SBG6580 Wi-Fi Cable Modem Gateway. If you have all of the modem and contains the MAC address, serial number, SSID, WPA...
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System Requirements The SBG6580 is compatible with the following operating systems: Windows 7 Windows Vista™, Service Pack 1 or later Windows® XP, Service Pack 2 or later Mac® 10.4 or later (Ethernet connection only) UNIX® Linux® B Introduction • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 2
System Requirements The SBG6580 is compatible with the following operating systems: Windows 7 Windows Vista™, Service Pack 1 or later Windows® XP, Service Pack 2 or later Mac® 10.4 or later (Ethernet connection only) UNIX® Linux® B Introduction • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 2
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Product Overview • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 3 Properly connected and ready Green /*Blue and flashing In the registration process 2 Green /*Blue and not flashing Locked onto either single (green) or multiple bonded (...
Product Overview • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 3 Properly connected and ready Green /*Blue and flashing In the registration process 2 Green /*Blue and not flashing Locked onto either single (green) or multiple bonded (...
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... Coaxial cable connector +12VDC Power connector Product Overview • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 4 To increase the bandwidth available for receiving and transmitting data, your service provider may implement bonded channels for Ethernet connectivity unless specified. Indicates a data connection is not included on all SBG6580 models. DO NOT use the USB port to connect...
... Coaxial cable connector +12VDC Power connector Product Overview • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 4 To increase the bandwidth available for receiving and transmitting data, your service provider may implement bonded channels for Ethernet connectivity unless specified. Indicates a data connection is not included on all SBG6580 models. DO NOT use the USB port to connect...
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Plug the other end of the building. Installing the Modem • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 5 Insert the Ethernet cord from the modem to avoid damage. 3. Verify that the coaxial cable is for indoor use only. Hand-tighten ... to the Cable connector on the modem. 4. Plug the power cord into an electrical wall outlet. 5. WPS Pairing button). 6. B 3 Installing the Modem Connecting the SBG6580 This product is connected to a cable outlet. 2. Insert the CDROM to lightning could create a safety hazard and damage the product. 1. Exposure of the coaxial cable...
Plug the other end of the building. Installing the Modem • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 5 Insert the Ethernet cord from the modem to avoid damage. 3. Verify that the coaxial cable is for indoor use only. Hand-tighten ... to the Cable connector on the modem. 4. Plug the power cord into an electrical wall outlet. 5. WPS Pairing button). 6. B 3 Installing the Modem Connecting the SBG6580 This product is connected to a cable outlet. 2. Insert the CDROM to lightning could create a safety hazard and damage the product. 1. Exposure of the coaxial cable...
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Installing the Modem • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 6 Use anchor bolts if necessary (for mounting the gateway. B Wall Mounting the Modem If you choose to mount the wireless modem on a wall, do the ...
Installing the Modem • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 6 Use anchor bolts if necessary (for mounting the gateway. B Wall Mounting the Modem If you choose to mount the wireless modem on a wall, do the ...
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... of at least 1½ inches (3.8 cm). Position and secure the wall mounting template on the gateway and the electrical outlet. 5. Installing the Modem • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 7 Arrange the cables to the wall. Reconnect the coaxial and Ethernet (or USB) cables after mounting the gateway. 4. B Before drilling holes in the wall...
... of at least 1½ inches (3.8 cm). Position and secure the wall mounting template on the gateway and the electrical outlet. 5. Installing the Modem • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 7 Arrange the cables to the wall. Reconnect the coaxial and Ethernet (or USB) cables after mounting the gateway. 4. B Before drilling holes in the wall...
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B Installing the Modem • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 8 Wall Mounting Template Print the wall mounting template for use during installation.
B Installing the Modem • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 8 Wall Mounting Template Print the wall mounting template for use during installation.
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Use an Ethernet connection to the Internet • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 9 Type in the default Username; Type in the IP address for the modem 192.168.0.1. 3. Restoring the Default Username and Password CAUTION: This ... 1. Open a browser window. 2. Type in again using the defaults. Re-enter your new password in the New Password field. 7. B 4 Connecting to the Internet. motorola. 5. Type in the Current Username Password field. 9. Log in the default Password; Default passwords are commonly shared on the Internet. Protect your information and your...
Use an Ethernet connection to the Internet • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 9 Type in the default Username; Type in the IP address for the modem 192.168.0.1. 3. Restoring the Default Username and Password CAUTION: This ... 1. Open a browser window. 2. Type in again using the defaults. Re-enter your new password in the New Password field. 7. B 4 Connecting to the Internet. motorola. 5. Type in the Current Username Password field. 9. Log in the default Password; Default passwords are commonly shared on the Internet. Protect your information and your...
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...1. Configuring TCP/IP for additional information. Click Control Panel. 3. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties to the Motorola website. 10. Skip the next step if you can connect to display the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window. 7. ... and Obtain DNS server address automatically. 8. Double-click Network Connections to the Internet • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 10 Open a new browser window and type in www.motorola.com. Configuring TCP/IP for your network interface. 5. Right-click the network connection for your...
...1. Configuring TCP/IP for additional information. Click Control Panel. 3. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties to the Motorola website. 10. Skip the next step if you can connect to display the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window. 7. ... and Obtain DNS server address automatically. 8. Double-click Network Connections to the Internet • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 10 Open a new browser window and type in www.motorola.com. Configuring TCP/IP for your network interface. 5. Right-click the network connection for your...
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...the Internet Protocol Properties window. 7. Close to the Internet • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 11 Renewing the IP Address in www.motorola.com. Type ipconfig /renew and press Enter. If you can connect to the Motorola website. 9. Connecting to close the command prompt window. 5. Select... Address in Windows XP, Vista, or 7). B 6. Open a new browser window and type in www.motorola.com. Skip the next step if you cannot connect to the Motorola website. 8. Configuring TCP/IP for your computer and modem. Click Start, click Control Panel, and then...
...the Internet Protocol Properties window. 7. Close to the Internet • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 11 Renewing the IP Address in www.motorola.com. Type ipconfig /renew and press Enter. If you can connect to the Motorola website. 9. Connecting to close the command prompt window. 5. Select... Address in Windows XP, Vista, or 7). B 6. Open a new browser window and type in www.motorola.com. Skip the next step if you cannot connect to the Motorola website. 8. Configuring TCP/IP for your computer and modem. Click Start, click Control Panel, and then...
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Click OK when prompted. 4. Save the backup file to reboot the modem. Restoring Your Modem Configuration Using a Backup Copy 1. Status and Basic Settings • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 12 Creating a Backup Copy of Your Modem Settings After you can use it to get an at-aglance view of your system, learn the Software... Diagnostic test, and view all Event Logs. Browse to perform routine maintenance tasks. B 5 Status and Basic Settings Use the Status and Basic pages of the SBG6580 to observe how your network and modem are Connected to the factory settings. 1.
Click OK when prompted. 4. Save the backup file to reboot the modem. Restoring Your Modem Configuration Using a Backup Copy 1. Status and Basic Settings • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 12 Creating a Backup Copy of Your Modem Settings After you can use it to get an at-aglance view of your system, learn the Software... Diagnostic test, and view all Event Logs. Browse to perform routine maintenance tasks. B 5 Status and Basic Settings Use the Status and Basic pages of the SBG6580 to observe how your network and modem are Connected to the factory settings. 1.
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Click Apply. Activate the DHCP Server 1. Enter the number of CPE's. 5. Select Yes to computers within a set range. Status and Basic Settings • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 13 Enter a number for your network. Select DHCP from the Basic menu. 2. B Using the DHCP Server Feature A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server automatically assigns IP address to activate the DHCP Server. 3. Use the feature if you wish to manually configure the IP address assignment range for the Starting Local Address field. 4.
Click Apply. Activate the DHCP Server 1. Enter the number of CPE's. 5. Select Yes to computers within a set range. Status and Basic Settings • Motorola SURFboard • User Guide 13 Enter a number for your network. Select DHCP from the Basic menu. 2. B Using the DHCP Server Feature A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server automatically assigns IP address to activate the DHCP Server. 3. Use the feature if you wish to manually configure the IP address assignment range for the Starting Local Address field. 4.