Cisco DPC3008 User Manual page 25

Information Your Service Provider Needs
You will need to give your service provider the following information, which is
printed on the bar code label attached to the cable modem:
The serial number of the cable modem. The serial number consists of a series of
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decimal characters preceded by S/N.
The CM Media Access Control (CM MAC) address of the cable modem. The CM
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MAC address consists of a series of hexadecimal characters preceded by CM
MAC
Other MAC address numbers as needed
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The following illustration shows a sample bar code label; the image may vary from
the label on the actual product.
Write down these numbers in the spaces provided:
Serial Number _______________________
CM MAC Address ________________________
Where Is the Best Location for My Cable Modem?
The ideal location for your cable modem is where it has access to outlets and other
devices. Think about the layout of your home or office, and consult with your
service provider to select the best location for your cable modem. Read this user
guide thoroughly before you decide where to place your cable modem.
Consider these recommendations:
Choose a location close to your computer if you will also use the cable modem
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for high-speed Internet service.
Choose a location that is near an existing RF coaxial connection to eliminate the
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need for an additional RF coaxial outlet.
Choose a location that is relatively protected from accidental disturbance or
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harm, such as a closet, basement, or other protected area.
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