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Installing the Modem • Cabling the SBG941
Motorola SURFboard SBG941 Series Wireless Cable Modem Gateways • User Guide 6
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Installing the Modem
This section provides information on setting up and installing the SBG941 wireless
gateway. For information on the WLAN setup, see
Setting Up Your Wireless LAN .
CAUTION This product is for indoor use only. Do not route the USB and/or Ethernet cable(s) outside of the
building. Exposure of the cables to lightning could create a safety hazard and damage the product.
Cabling the SBG941
Before starting, power on your computer and check that the SBG941 is unplugged.
1. Connect the coaxial cable to the cable outlet or splitter.
2. Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the cable connector on the modem.
Hand-tighten the connectors to avoid damaging them.
3. Plug the power cord into the Power port on the modem.
4. Plug the other end of the power cord into an electrical wall outlet.
The first time you plug in the modem, allow 5 to 30 minutes to find and lock on the
appropriate communications channels.
5. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the computer.
6. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the modem.
Figure 1 – Cabling the SBG941