Signing Up For Internet Service; System Requirements - Motorola SURFboard SBV6120E Installation Manual

Signing Up for Internet Service

You must sign up with an Internet Service provider to access the Internet and other online
services. To activate your service, call your local Internet Service provider and have the following
information available:
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For data service, you will need the MAC address, HFC MAC ID, printed on the
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For telephone service, you will need the MAC address, MTA MAC ID, printed on the
label.

System Requirements

Your computer must meet the following requirements:
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Pentium
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An established cable Internet connection
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Any web browser such as Microsoft
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Firefox
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Microsoft Windows
Note: Make sure all the latest service packs and patches for your operating system are installed on your
computer.
Ethernet Connection
You can connect any combination of Microsoft Windows, Macintosh, UNIX, or Linux computers
to the SBV6120 LAN using an Ethernet connection. Your computer must have one of the
following Ethernet cards with the proper driver software installed:
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Ethernet (10Base-T)
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Fast Ethernet (100Base-T)
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High-speed Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T) – A GigE Network Interface Card is needed to
achieve the maximum data throughput rates
Note: The Ethernet card must already be installed in your computer before you install the digital voice
modem.
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