Installation Manual

Chapter 4: Installing the Gateway

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Figure 4: SBG7580-AC Connection Diagram

1. Check that a coaxial cable is already connected to a cable wall outlet or RF splitter (not

included).

2. Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the Cable connector on the rear of the

SBG7580-AC.

Use your hand to tighten the connectors to avoid damaging them.

3. Connect the Ethernet cable to an available Ethernet port on the rear of the SBG7580-AC.

4. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your computer.

Optional: Repeat steps 3 and 4 for an additional computer or other network device that

you want to install as a wired connection on your home network.

5. Connect the power cord to the Power port on the rear of the SBG7580-AC.

6. Plug the other end of the power cord into an electrical wall outlet that is not controlled by

a wall switch.

Note: This automatically powers ON the SBG7580-AC. There may be up to a 15

second delay for the Power LED on the SBG7580-AC front panel to light up after the

power is connected.

Establish an Internet Connection

Although your computer may already be configured to automatically access the Internet, you

should still perform the following gateway connectivity test to verify that the devices were

connected properly.

1. Power ON the computer connected to the SBG7580-AC if it is turned off, and then log in.

2. Contact your service provider to activate (provision) the SBG7580-AC. You may have to

provide the HFC MAC ID listed on the gateway label.