Getting Started; Introduction; In The Box - SURFboard SBG6580 User Manual

Getting Started

Introduction

The ARRIS SURFboard® SBG6580 Wireless Gateway is an all in one wireless DOCSIS 3.0® cable
modem and four-port Ethernet router device. It provides secure ultra high-speed wired and
wireless broadband connections to the Internet for your computer and other wireless network
devices on your home or small business network. The SBG6580 has a Wi-Fi® Pairing button
option for quick and easy network connections for your wireless devices.
This guide provides instructions for installing and configuring your SBG6580, setting up a
secure wireless network connection, and managing your gateway and network configurations.
Note: The information, graphics, and procedures in this document apply to the SBG6580
and SBG6580-2 models. There are only a few minor differences between the two models.
Where applicable, specific SBG6580-2 information (labeled ) is provided.

In The Box

Before installing the SBG6580, check that the following items are also included in the box. If
any items are missing, please call ARRIS Technical Support at 1-877-466-8646 for assistance.
Table 1. SBG6580 Package Contents
Item
SBG6580 Wireless
Gateway
Power Cord
PN 365-095-25782 x.1
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Description
High-speed DOCSIS 3.0 wireless modem and
four-port router
Power cord for an electrical wall outlet
connection
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