Motorola VT2442 Support Question
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Question posted by bigxueh on December 20th, 2013
What Happens When I Reset The Sbg6580 To Default
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User Guide - Page 3
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About Wi-Fi Protected 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 Parental Controls 18 Create ...18 Add Users to the Internet PROTECT YOUR NETWORK - CHANGE THE DEFAULT PASSWORDS 9 Restoring the Default Username and Password 9 Testing Your Internet Connection 10 Configuring TCP/...
User Guide - Page 9
... available at 1-877-466-8646.
Motorola Broadband Technical Support is located on the bottom of a Motorola SURFboard® SBG6580 Wi-Fi Cable Modem Gateway. B
1
Introduction
Congratulations on your new modem, please take a moment to the network
Contains software license, warranty, and safety information for the SBG6580
Contains the SBG6580 Wi-Fi Installation Wizard, software license...
User Guide - Page 10
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®
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Introduction •
Motorola SURFboard • User Guide
2
User Guide - Page 12
... RECEIVE and SEND features. PORT 1
DESCRIPTION
Connected LED • Green LED is made
2 USB* 3 RESET 4 CABLE 5
For Windows computers only - Indicates a data connection is ON - Rear Panel
Note: The USB port is not included on all SBG6580 models.
To increase the bandwidth available for receiving and transmitting data, your service provider may...
User Guide - Page 13
... power port on your computer -OR- Wi-Fi set up with CD-ROM -OR- Repeat steps 5 and 6 to a cable outlet.
2. B
3
Installing the Modem
Connecting the SBG6580
This product is connected to connect additional computer and/or other devices. Insert the CDROM to the Cable connector on the modem. Push the WPS...
User Guide - Page 14
...by the local or national codes governing residential or
business cable TV and communications services. • Follow all local standards for mounting the gateway. Use anchor bolts if necessary (for example, if you mount the unit on a wall, do the following items:
Wall-mounting template ... on drywall). B
Wall Mounting the Modem
If you are
removed from the back of 9.0 mm to mount the gateway.
User Guide - Page 15
... connector on the wall to the wall. Select an appropriate depth and diameter to drill the holes to water, gas, or electrical lines.
1.
Verify the gateway is still securely attached to mark the holes. Installing the Modem •
Motorola SURFboard • User Guide
7 There must be .10 inch (2.5 mm) between the...
User Guide - Page 17
... connecting to the Internet •
Motorola SURFboard • User Guide
9 admin. 4. Log in the default Password; motorola.
5. Before resetting the modem, create a backup copy of your new username in your configurations. 1. Select Yes under Restore Factory Defaults. 2. CHANGE THE DEFAULT PASSWORDS! Open a browser window. 2. Type in the IP address for the modem 192.168...
User Guide - Page 18
... Network and Internet window. 3. Type in www.motorola.com. Click Control Panel. 3. Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. 2. B
Testing Your Internet Connection
After changing the default passwords, you cannot connect to the Internet. (See Renewing the
IP Address in Windows XP, Vista, or 7). Renew the IP Address if you are ready...
User Guide - Page 20
...device). 6. Click Save. 5. Select Backup from the Basic menu. 2. Browse to your custom settings after resetting the modem to a safe location on your network(s), run a basic Diagnostic test, and view all Event Logs...change passwords, you complete configuring your modem, save a copy of the SBG6580 to observe how your network and modem are Connected to your modem, what devices are functioning ...
User Guide - Page 22
...guest network for you change the PreShared Key setting.
9. B
6
Creating Wi-Fi Networks
The SBG6580 supports both a Primary Wi-Fi network for visitors. Click Primary Network. 4. Enable the Primary ...Shared Key
Notes:
• Motorola recommends using WPA2-PSK. • The SBG6580 has a default Pre-Shared Key.
You can quickly add WPS-enabled devices to your wireless network...
User Guide - Page 23
... wireless adapter on
the guest network computer. AES
provides the strongest encryption,
TKIP
provides strong encryption with Pre-Shared Key
Motorola recommends using AES, the default setting. 8. Name your wireless guest network. 6. Log in the PRE-SHARED KEY field.
• For better security, Motorola recommends that you use a different Pre-Shared...
User Guide - Page 24
... GUI that allow the user to add advices. Option 3 - Click Wireless. 2. Select Push-Button from the SBG6580 GUI
1. Push the WPS button on the device being used. Option 1 - Click Primary Network. 5. Select Restore Wireless Defaults and Apply. 4.
Some adapters have successfully connected. After logging in to the modem interface, use one of...
User Guide - Page 27
... you need an IP address.
• Check that the electrical outlet is TKIP. Call your service provider if you have to reset the SBG6580 to its original factory settings if the gateway is clear.
Hand-tighten if necessary.
• Check the IP address.
Wireless client(s) cannot • Perform the first four checks in...
User Guide - Page 28
... panel icons provide status information for the following error conditions:
ICON
STATUS
IF, DURING STARTUP:
IF, DURING NORMAL OPERATION:
OFF
SBG6580 is not properly
The SBG6580 is unplugged
plugged into the power outlet
FLASHING Downstream receive channel The downstream channel is lost cannot be acquired
FLASHING Upstream send channel cannot The ...
User Guide - Page 31
... without notice or obligation. OS 9 or higher, Ethernet connection UNIX: Ethernet connection Home Networking: Ethernet router or Wi-Fi access point
NETWORK
Gateway DHCP, NAT, VPN tunneling; L2TPv2
Wi-Fi LAN 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, WDS bridging, 802.11e WMM admission control, QoS
Power Management 802.11e WMM power save/U-APSD (Unscheduled-Automatic...
User Guide - Page 32
... operate on non-compatible hardware. (4) Remove, alter or cause not to be subject to any copies not transferred. B
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Software License & Warranty
SURFboard SBG6580 Series Wi-Fi Cable Modem Gateway
Motorola, Inc.
Motorola and its 3rd party licensors retain the ownership of the Software (if applicable) to the same person or destroy any...
User Guide - Page 34
... to insure that you will receive a Product that the functions of purchase from Motorola or from an authorized Motorola reseller. B
Warranty Information
SURFboard SBG6580 Wi-Fi Cable Modem Gateway
Home & Networks Mobility ("Motorola")
Retail Purchasers: If you purchased this Product directly from Motorola or from an authorized Motorola retail reseller, Motorola warrants...
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