Computer And Networking Requirements; Computer Requirements; Networking And Internet Browser Requirements; Care Of Your Satellite Router - Hughes HX90 User Manual

Computer and networking requirements

Computer requirements

Networking and Internet browser requirements

Care of your satellite router

Chapter 1 • Satellite router overview
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This section lists the requirements for the computer or other device, network, and
browser to be used with the satellite router.
The HX90 satellite router can be used with any device that supports IP and has a
10/100 BaseT Ethernet LAN port. Typically, the router is connected to a customer's
computer. However, the HX90 is self-hosted; it does not require a computer for any
of its functions.
The computer that connects to the satellite router should meet the minimum
requirements specified by the computer operating system manufacturer and the
following networking and browser requirements.
• Ethernet port
• Ethernet network interface card (NIC) installed on at least one computer,
10/100 BaseT (10/100 Mbps)
• Ethernet cable (provided for consumer installations)
• A web browser such as Internet Explorer with proxy settings disabled
Connecting a network – If you want to connect a network to the satellite router, this
requires an Ethernet hub or other such device. You must supply and configure the
hub and cables.
Static IP address – The computer can be configured to use a static IP address if the
HughesNet service plan provides for one or more static IP addresses. If the computer
is configured to use a specific static IP address, disable DHCP. For additional
information see Configuring a computer to use DHCP on page 64.
• Leave the HX90 router powered on at all times. This allows automatic updates of
the router's software whenever necessary.
• Leave 6 inches of space around the top and sides of the router to ensure
adequate ventilation.
• If you dust the router, use a soft cloth.
• If you clean the router, do not use solvent or abrasive powder.