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Hitron CGN User Manual

Hitron CGN
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USER’S GUIDE
CGN RESIDENTIAL CABLE MODEM
VERSION 4.0 - APR 2013

Table of Contents

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Hitron CGN Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHitron
ModelCGN
CategoryModem
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This User's Guide

Intended Audience

Defines the target users of this manual.

How to Use This User's Guide

Provides guidance on navigating and utilizing the manual's content.

Related Documentation

Lists other documents for additional information and support.

Document Conventions

Typographic Conventions

Explains formatting styles used to indicate content types.

Customer Support

Provides contact information for technical assistance and support issues.

Default Credentials

Login Information

Details the default username and password for accessing the CGN.

Compliances

FCC Interference Statement

Outlines FCC regulations and potential interference issues for device operation.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

Details FCC limits on radiation exposure for safe device installation and use.

Introduction

CGN Overview

Provides a general introduction to the CGN's capabilities and network functions.

Hardware Connections

Describes the physical ports and connectors on the CGN device.

LEDs

Explains the status indicators (lights) on the CGN and their meanings.

IP Address Setup

Guides on configuring IP addresses for network communication with the CGN.

Logging into the CGN

Details the steps required to access the CGN's graphical user interface (GUI).

GUI Overview

Introduces the main components and layout of the CGN's graphical user interface.

Resetting the CGN

Explains how to restore the CGN to its factory default settings.

Setup Wizard

Password Setup

Guides users through changing the default password for security.

Wireless Setup

Configures basic wireless network settings like SSID and security mode.

Summary

Reviews the settings configured during the setup wizard process.

Status

Cable Overview

Explains concepts related to the cable connection and its status.

IP Addresses and Subnets

Covers IP address structure, assignment, subnetting, DHCP, and MAC addresses.

The System Info Screen

Displays general information about the CGN's hardware and software.

The Initialization Screen

Shows the connection status steps for establishing internet connectivity.

The CM Status Screen

Provides upstream/downstream connection details and IP info.

The Password Screen

Allows for changing the user login password for the CGN.

WAN/LAN

WAN/LAN Overview

Introduces concepts of Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) connections.

The IP Screen

Configures IP settings, DHCP server, and views connected devices.

The Shared Media Screen

Manages and shares data from USB storage devices connected to the CGN.

The Debug Screen

Provides tools for network diagnostics like ping and traceroute.

The Backup Screen

Manages CGN settings backup, restore, reboot, and factory reset.

Firewall

Firewall Overview and Options

Explains firewall purpose, features, and how to enable/disable them.

Filtering and Access Control

Details MAC Filtering, IP Filtering, and the Filter Setting screen.

Port Management

Covers Port Forwarding, Port Triggering, and their respective screens.

DMZ Configuration

Explains and configures the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) for a device.

Parental Control

Parental Control Overview

Introduces features for managing internet access and content.

The Website Blocking Screen

Allows blocking specific websites or keywords for LAN users.

The Scheduling Screen

Sets specific times for website blocking policies to be active.

Wireless

Wireless Overview and Standards

Introduces wireless basics, architecture, standards, and SSIDs.

Wireless Security and WPS

Details security protocols (WEP, WPA2) and Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

Basic Wireless Settings

Configures SSID, wireless mode, channel, and WMM.

IP and DHCP Settings

Configures IP and DHCP parameters for wireless SSIDs.

Advanced Wireless Security

Manages WPS functionality and advanced wireless security settings.

Wireless Access Control

Configures MAC address filtering for wireless network access.

Troubleshooting

None of the LEDs Turn On

Solves issues related to the CGN not receiving power or having a fault.

One of the LEDs does not Display as Expected

Addresses problems with LED indicators not functioning correctly.

I Forgot the CGN’s IP Address

Provides steps to recover or reset the CGN's IP address if lost.

I Forgot the CGN’s Admin Username or Password

Guides on recovering lost login credentials by resetting the CGN.

I Cannot Access the CGN or the Internet

Troubleshoots issues preventing access to the CGN or the internet.

I Cannot Access the Internet and the DS and US LEDs Keep Blinking

Diagnoses problems with internet access indicated by blinking DS/US LEDs.

I Cannot Connect My Wireless Device

Resolves issues preventing wireless client devices from connecting to the CGN.

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