Introduction - Motorola MG8702 User Manual

Introduction

The Motorola Model MG8702 is a DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem with a built-
in AC3200 WiFi router that has 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports. This model
connects to standard cable company Internet service. Model MG8702
can provide shared Internet access to Ethernet-capable and WiFi
devices including computers, smartphones, tablets, Smart TVs, game
consoles, security cameras, and streaming media devices. The MG8702
is a dual-band WiFi router, and supports clients that operate on both
the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands.
Basic Installation instructions for Model MG8702 are in the Quick Start
that comes with Model MG8702 and that is duplicated in Chapter 2 of
this User Guide.
Model MG8702 has a Configuration Manager that provides a lot of
technical information about Model MG8702 and that tells you how to
do some useful things as summarized below. Please note that some
users will never need to use the Configuration Manager.
Chapter 3: Alternate Ways to Connect Your Coax Cable
Chapter 4: Connecting Devices to Your Cable Modem/Router
Chapter 5: Setting up a Smart TV, Streaming Media Device, or Other
Device
Chapter 6: Accessing the Configuration Manager by Using a Browser
Chapter 7: Configuring Your MG8702 to Support Devices and
Applications with Special Requirements, like Games Played on Game
Consoles and PCs, and Security Cameras
Chapter 8: Changing Wireless Settings
Chapter 9: Changing Firewall Settings
Chapter 10: Tuning Wireless Performance
Chapter 11: Parental Control
Chapter 12: VPN (Virtual Private Network)
Chapter 13: Troubleshooting Tips