Ethernet Connections - Motorola SURFBOARD SBG900 Quick Installation Manual

8 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway SBG900
B. Ethernet Connections
Computers using the Ethernet connection require an Ethernet adapter installed
and a wired connection to the SBG900.
1
If you purchased your Ethernet adapter separately, install the Ethernet
hardware and driver software according to the manufacturer's instructions.
If your computer already has an Ethernet adapter installed, skip to step 2.
2 Insert the SBG900 Installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
Run the Installation Assistant. Choose Ethernet as your connection.
3
4
Connect the SBG900 to the cable TV system as described in Section A.
5
Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the computer.
6
Plug the other end into the
hub or switch connected to the SBG900, as shown in the illustrated sample
Ethernet LAN.
The Installation Assistant tests the connection between the computer and
the SBG900. This may take up to three minutes.
7
Restart your computer to obtain an IP address. Follow the instructions in
the SBG900 User Guide.
port on the SBG900 or an Ethernet
ETHERNET