SURFboard SBG6700-AC User Manual

SURFboard SBG6700-AC
Wireless Gateway
User Guide
PN 365-095-25781 x.2
March 2016
Copyright 2014-2016, ARRIS Enterprises, LLC. All rights reserved.

SURFboard SBG6700-AC Specifications

General

Brand	SURFboard
Model	SBG6700-AC
Category	Gateway
Language	English

Summary

Safety and Regulatory Information

Important Safety Instructions

Essential safety guidelines for operating the device to prevent hazards.

FCC Statements

Compliance information and regulations from the Federal Communications Commission.

Wireless LAN Information

Installing the Gateway

Connect the SBG6700-AC to Your Computer

Establish an Internet Connection

Procedure to verify and establish a working Internet connection after installation.

Setting Up a Wireless Network Connection

Launch the SBG6700-AC Quick Start Wizard

Step-by-step guide to configure basic Wi-Fi settings using the Quick Start Wizard.

Quick Connect Using the Windows Taskbar

Connect Using the Windows Control Panel

Using the Gateway Web Manager

Start the SBG6700-AC Web Manager

Steps to access and log in to the gateway's web-based management interface.

Configuring Your Wireless Network

Set Up Your Wireless Primary Network

Steps to configure the main Wi-Fi network settings for the gateway.

Set Up WPS on Your Wireless Network

Set Up a Wireless Guest Network

Instructions to create a separate guest network for visitors, isolating them from the primary network.

Change Your Wireless Network Name (SSID)

Change the Wireless Channel

Protecting & Monitoring Your Wireless Network

Prevent Unauthorized Access

Recommendations and best practices for securing the wireless network and preventing unauthorized access.

Change the Default User Name and Password

Steps to change the default login credentials for enhanced security.

Set Up Firewall Protection

Configuring firewall levels and filters to protect the network from threats.

Set Up Parental Controls

Managing internet access and content filtering for specific users or devices.

Set Up IP Filtering

Set Up MAC Filtering

Set Up Port Forwarding

Managing Your Gateway and Connected Networks

Back Up Your Gateway Configuration

Creating a backup copy of the gateway's current configuration settings.

Restore Your Configuration Settings

Restoring the gateway to a previously saved configuration.

Reset Your Configuration Settings

Resetting the gateway to its factory default settings.

Troubleshooting Tips

Solutions

Front Panel LED Icons and Error Conditions

Explains the meaning of front panel LED indicators during startup and normal operation.