SMC Networks SMC8014 - Manual (Page 8)

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CHAPTER 3 | Installation
The EZ Connect™ Cable Modem Gateway can be installed in any location where you have cable
Internet access, and your cable Internet service provider has approved the Gateway. To
confirm you meet these 2 criteria points, please contact your cable operator.
For general installation please follow the guidelines outlined below to best performance:
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Keep the Gateway away from any heating devices.
• Do not place the Gateway in a dusty or wet environment.
Basic Installation Procedure
1. Connect the LAN: You can connect the Gateway to your PC, or to a hub or switch. Run
Ethernet cable from one of the LAN ports on the rear of the Gateway to your computer’s
network adapter or to another network device. You can use either a standard straight
through or cross over Ethernet cable since the Gateway incorporates Auto-MDI MDIX
functionality.
2. Connect the WAN: Connect a coax cable to the CATV port on the back of the Gateway
from a cable port located in your home. When connecting to the CATV port, use only
manufactured coaxial patch cables with F-type connectors at both ends for all connections.
Note: If this modem was NOT installed by your cable provider (ISP) or is being used to
replace another cable modem – please contact your Cable Operator to register the
SMC8014. Without registering the modem with your cable operator it will be unable to
connect to the cable network system.
3. Power on: Connect the power adapter to the Gateway.
Warning : Only use the power adapter that was provided with the Gateway, using another
power adapter may damage your unit and void the warranty.