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Mounting the Cable Modem
You can either mount the Cable Modem on a wall or place it on a desktop. For wall-
mount applications, you can mount the Cable Modem with the indicators facing up-
ward (vertical) or to the size (horizontal).
Tools and Materials
For wall-mounted installations, make sure you have the following tools and mate-
rials before proceeding:
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screwdriver (flat-blade or Phillips, depending on what kind of screws you
use)
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wall-mount template (included with the Cable Modem Quick Installation
Guide)
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transparent tape (for temporarily securing the mounting template to the
wall)
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for mounting on plywood or studs: two #8 x 38.1 mm (1.5 inches) self tap-
ping screws; the head diameter should be approximately 6 mm (0.25 inches)
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for mounting on drywall: two 1.5 inch (35mm or 40mm) anchor bolts
Location
Always position the Cable Modem:
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within 1.3 m (4 feet) of an AC outlet. The power cord must reach the outlet
without stretching and without adding extension cords.
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near a cable outlet (to avoid long cable runs).
Note:
When mounting the Cable Modem on drywall, try to position the Cable
Modem so at least one of the screws are fastened to a stud. This may
prevent the Cable Modem from pulling out of the wall in the future.
To prevent overheating your Cable Modem, do not block the ventilation
holes on the sides of the unit.
CM550 Cable Modem User's Guide
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