Motorola SB6120 User Guide - Page 12

2 INSTALLATION The following topics provide information about installing the SB6120 hardware: • Before You Begin • Precautions • Signing Up for Service • Computer System Requirements • Cabling and Startup for the SB6120 • Wall Mounting Your SB6120 • Configuring TCP/IP Before You Begin Before you begin the installation, check that you received the following items with your SB6120 SURFboard DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem. Item Description Power cord Connects the SB6120 to a power adapter that connects to an AC electrical outlet Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet cable SB6120 Quick Installation Guide Connects to the Ethernet port Contains basic information for getting started with the SB6120 You must have the latest service packs and patches installed on your computer for your operating system. You will need a 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors to connect the SB6120 to the nearest cable outlet. If a TV is connected to the cable outlet, you may need a 5 to 900 MHz RF splitter and two additional coaxial cables to use both the TV and the SB6120. The coaxial cable and RF splitter are available at consumer electronic stores. Contact your Internet Service Provider for advice on obtaining these components. 5