Cabling For Multiple Users; Ethernet And Usb - Motorola SBV5120 User Manual

Introduction

Cabling for Multiple Users

The SURFboard VoIP cable modem supports several multiple user configurations. Along with an optional hub or
router, it can serve as an Internet gateway for up to 31 computers.
Not all service providers support multiple user service. For information about multiple user service, contact your
cable service provider.

Ethernet and USB

You can connect the USB port on one computer and the Ethernet port on another computer directly to the VoIP
cable modem, as shown.
Caution
You can connect a single computer to the USB port and from one to 31 remaining users to an Ethernet hub, as
shown. You cannot connect more than one computer to the VoIP cable modem through the USB port.
Home Print
Installation
Cable outlet
SURFboard VoIP
cable modem
USB cable
Computer
Do not connect both the Ethernet and USB cables to the same computer.
Cable outlet
SURFboard VoIP
cable modem
USB cable
Computer
Ethernet cables
Computer
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Exit
Troubleshooting
Coaxial cable
Ethernet cable
Computer
Coaxial cable
Ethernet cable
Ethernet hub
or switch
Computer Computer
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