Ap T E R 3 | I N S Ta L L A Tion - SMC Networks EZ Connect SMC8013WG Install Manual

CH AP TER 3 | I n s t a l l a t i o n
The E Z Connect™ W ireless Cable Modem G ateway can be installed in any location where you
have cable internet access, and the cable internet service provider has approved the E Z
Connect™ W ireless Cable Modem G ateway. To confirm you meet these 2 criteria points, please
contact your cable operator.
F or general installation please follow the guidelines outlined below to best performance:
K eep the W ireless Cable Modem G ateway away from any heating devices.
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Do not place the W ireless Cable Modem G ateway in a dusty or wet environment.
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F or optimum wireless performance, install the W ireless Cable Modem G ateway away
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from other electronic devices, such as Monitors / TV / 2.4G H z Cordless P hones. These
devices can hamper your wireless throughput and distance.
The E Z Connect™ W ireless Cable Modem G ateway can be positioned two ways, horiz ontal and
vertical.
To install the W ireless Cable Modem in a vertical position, on the left side of the device, when
looking at the L E Ds – there is a built-in base stand. P ull out the stand out and turn it 90 degrees
and position the gateway on its side. See the different Install positions below:
V ert ic al B ase
Horizontal Install
S t an d
V e rtic al Install