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Chapter 2
Requirements for IFL cables, connectors, and ground blocks
A hub may be required
Computer requirements
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A suitable surge protector is recommended to protect the satellite modem from possible damage
due to power surges.
You must use approved cable types and connectors to connect the modem to the outdoor satellite
antenna. For grounding, you must use approved ground blocks and grounding connectors. For
detailed specifications and information on these components, see the documents listed in
2: Related installation documents
If the satellite modem is to be connected to a network, an Ethernet hub or other similar device
is required. The customer must supply and configure the hub or other device, including required
cables, according to the documentation for the hub or other network device.
The laptop computer you use to install the satellite modem and the customer's computer that
will be connected to the modem should meet the minimum requirements specified by the computer
operating system manufacturer and the following networking and browser requirements.
Note: The satellite modem can be used with a Mac computer that meets these requirements,
but Mac computers are not supported as a tool for installing the satellite modem.
Networking requirements
• Ethernet port
• Ethernet cable (provided)
• Ethernet NIC, 10/100 Mbps, configured as follows:
• Auto-negotiate
• DHCP enabled (obtain an IP address automatically)
Note: The computer can be configured to use a public IP address if the HughesNet
service plan provides for one or more public IP addresses. If the computer is configured
to use a specific public IP address, disable DHCP..
Internet browser
• Internet Explorer 6 or greater, Mozilla Firefox, Safari (for Windows and Mac)
• Browser settings:
• HTTP 1.1 or greater enabled
• Proxy settings disabled
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