SB6183 c
onnecon diagram
1. Check that a coaxial cable is already connected to a cable wall outlet or RF splier (not
included).
2. Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the Cable connector on the rear of the
SB6183.
Use your hand to ghten the connectors to avoid damaging them.
3. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the rear of the SB6183.
4. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your computer.
5. Connect the power cord to the Power port on the rear of the SB6183.
6. Plug the other end of the power cord into an electrical wall outlet that is not controlled
by a wall switch.
Note: This aut
omacally powers ON the SB6183.
Establish an Internet c
onnecon
Although your computer may already be congured to automacally access the Internet,
you should sll perform the following cable modem connecvity test to check that your
devices were connected properly:
1. Power ON the computer connected to the SB6183, if it is turned o, and then log in.
2. Contact your service provider to acvate (provision) the SB6183. You may have to
provide the HFC MAC ID listed on the cable modem label.
Note: Y
our service provider may allow for automac acvaon which will
automacally launch their special website when you open a web browser.
3. Aer the SB6183 is provisioned (or acvated), open a web browser (such as Internet
Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari) on the computer.
4. Type a valid URL (such as www.suroard.com) in the address bar and then press Enter.
The ARRIS website should open. If it fails to open, please contact your service provider
for assistance.
Chapter 3: Installing your SB6183
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