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Introduction
The Cisco DVB CAR100 cable access router connects a cable TV (CATV) network to either one computer or to an
Ethernet hub with one or more PCs connected. The Cisco DVB CAR100 enables bi-directional data communication at
high bit-rates.
The Cisco DVB CAR100-PC version can connect a single computer to the CATV network. The Cisco DVB
CAR100-LAN version can connect up to 20 computers to the CATV network using an Ethernet hub (not included in the
delivery).
Reference Material
Before you install the Cisco DVB CAR100, make sure you have a copy of the Cisco DVB CAR100 Cable Access Router
Hardware Installation Guide (Cisco document number 78-10685-02).
If you do not have a printed copy of this guide, one can be downloaded from Cisco Connection Online on the World Wide
Web at http://www.cisco.com, http://www-china.cisco.com, or http://www-europe.cisco.com.
System Requirements
This section identifies the hardware requirements necessary to install and operate the Cisco DVB CAR100.
Cisco DVB CAR100-PC version:
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A computer equipped with an Ethernet network adapter
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A crossover Ethernet cable (not included in the delivery)
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Coaxial cable (not included in the delivery)
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Power supply unit
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Page 1: System Requirements
Before you install the Cisco DVB CAR100, make sure you have a copy of the Cisco DVB CAR100 Cable Access Router Hardware Installation Guide (Cisco document number 78-10685-02). If you do not have a printed copy of this guide, one can be downloaded from Cisco Connection Online on the World Wide Web at http://www.cisco.com, http://www-china.cisco.com, or http://www-europe.cisco.com. -
Page 2: Getting Help
Introduction (Continued) Cisco DVB CAR100-LAN version: • Up to 20 computers equipped with Ethernet network adapters • An Ethernet hub (not included in the delivery) • A straight-through Ethernet cable (not included in the delivery) • Coaxial cable (not included in the delivery) •... - Page 3 Power Step 1 Connect the Cisco DVB CAR100 to the CATV network: Connect the coaxial cable to the CATV wall outlet and to the socket labelled Cable on the rear of the Cisco DVB CAR100. Step 2 Connect the Cisco DVB CAR100 to the computer or hub: If you have the Cisco DVB CAR100-PC, use a crossover Ethernet cable to connect the socket labelled Ethernet to the computer’s Ethernet network adapter.
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Page 4: Computer Configuration
Computer Configuration Having completed the installation procedures, you have now successfully installed your Cisco DVB CAR100. It comes pre-configured for full end-user operation. However, you will need to configure the connected computers to communicate with the CATV network. Note Consult the documentation provided by your CATV Service Provider, if your CATV network supports Automatic Network Configuration then follow the steps in... - Page 5 All Operating Systems: use the TCP/IP settings provided by your CATV Service Provider, or if no other data is provided use the values from the below. Refer to your Operating System documentation for TCP/IP Settings Table TCP/IP configuration procedures. TCP/IP Settings Table IP Address Cisco DVB Single PC 192.168.128.10 CAR100-PC PC 1 192.168.128.10 PC 2 192.168.128.11...
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Page 7: Troubleshooting Tips
If the Cisco DVB CAR100 is powered off, it should remain off for at least 10 minutes before being restarted. If the unit is powered on within 10 minutes, it is possible it will fail to reestablish communication with the service provider's headend unit. - Page 8 Software Updates & Upgrades...
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Page 9: Software Updates
Software Updates Software updates for the Cisco DVB CAR100 are handled automatically by the cable service provider by means of the CATV network. This requires no user intervention. Note Cisco recommends leaving the modem switched on at all times so that automatic software updates can be completed successfully. - Page 10 English...