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August 2006
Model DPX2203™ and EPX2203™ VoIP Cable
Modem User's Guide
In This Document
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................... 2
FCC Compliance......................................................................................................... 8
Introduction ................................................................................................................ 9
What's In the Carton? .............
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IMPORTANT S AFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Notice to Installers The servicing instructions in this notice are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions, unless you are qualified to do so. 20060608SICM-EN Notice à l’attention des installateurs de réseaux câblés Les instructions relatives aux interventions d’entretien, fournies dans la présente not
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Mitteilung für CATV-Techniker Die in dieser Mitteilung aufgeführten Wartungsanweisungen sind ausschließlich für qualifiziertes Fachpersonal bestimmt. Um die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlags zu reduzieren, sollten Sie keine Wartungsarbeiten durchführen, die nicht ausdrücklich in der Bedienungsanleitung aufgeführt sind, außer Sie sind zur Durchführung solcher Arbeiten qualifiziert. 20060608SICM-GR Aviso a los instaladores de sistemas CATV Las instrucciones
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IMPORTANT S AFETY INFORMATION Heed All Warnings Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions. Read, Retain, and Follow These Instructions Carefully read all safety and operating instructions before operating this product. Follow all operating instructions that accompany this product. Retain the instructions for future use. Give particular attention to all safety precautions. Comply with Warnings Avoid electric shock. Comply with all warnings and cautions in the
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Note: If you are unable to insert this plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. The wide blade is provided for your safety. If the plug still fails to fit, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Overloading WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fire hazard! Do not overload mains AC outlets and extension cords. For products that require battery power or other power sources to operate them, refer to the operating instructions for th
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IMPORTANT S AFETY INFORMATION Selecting a Proper Location WARNING: Avoid personal injury and damage to this product! An unstable surface may cause this product to fall. Place this product on a stable surface. The surface must support the size and weight of this product. Any mounting accessory used must be recommended by the manufacturer. The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. Important! The power cord is the mains power supply disc
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Service Warnings Servicing This Product WARNING: Avoid electric shock! Opening or removing the cover may expose you to dangerous voltages. This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Do not open the cover of this product. If you open the cover, your warranty will be void. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only. Contact your service provider for instructions. Obtaining Service for Product
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FCC Complia nce FCC Compliance United States FCC Compliance This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communi
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Introduction Introduction Welcome to the world of high-speed Internet and high-quality digital telephone service. Your new Model DPX2203 or Model EPX2203 Cable Modem with Embedded MTA is a modem that meets industry standards for high-speed data connectivity along with digital telephone service. The DPX2203 or EPX2203 offers the following outstanding features: Data Over Cable System Interface Specifications (DOCSIS) technology to deliver high-end performance and reliability 10/100Base
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What's In the Carton? What's In the Carton? When you receive your DPX2203 or EPX2203, you should check the cable modem equipment and accessories to verify that each item is in the carton and that each item is undamaged. The carton contains the following items: One power adapter with power One Model DPX2203 or EPX2203 VoIP Cable Modem cord One USB cable One Ethernet cable (CAT5/RJ-45) One CD-ROM containing the user's guide and the USB drivers If any of the items liste
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Front Panel Components Front Panel Components The following illustration shows the function of the front panel LED status indicators on the DPX2203 and EPX2203 and the optional battery pack. Note: The model shown here is the DPX2203. The EPX2203 does not attach to a battery pack. 1 REPLACE BATTERY—Illuminates to indicate that the battery could not be fully charged. While the battery may be able to provide some backup power, it should be replaced to restore maximum capacity. Contact yo
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Front Panel Components Notes: After the cable modem is successfully registered on the network, the POWER LED (LED 10) and the CABLE LED (LED 7) illuminate continuously to indicate that the cable modem is active and fully operational. If the optional battery pack is installed, the POWER LED (LED 10) and the CABLE LED (LED 7) blink periodically and the other lights go out to indicate that the modem is running on battery power. Operation without AC power: Most LEDs are disabled if the
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Back Panel Components Back Panel Components The following illustration shows the description and function of the back panel components on the DPX2203 and EPX2203. Note: The model shown here is the DPX2203. The EPX2203 does not attach to a battery pack. Important! Do not connect your PC to both the Ethernet and USB ports at the same time. Your modem will not function if both the Ethernet and USB ports are connected to your PC at the same time. Note: You can connect two separate PCs to
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Where Is the Best Location for My Cable Modem? Where Is the Best Location for My Cable Modem? The ideal location for your cable modem is where it has access to outlets and other devices. Think about the layout of your home or office, and consult with your service provider to select the best location for your cable modem. Read this user's guide thoroughly before you decide where to place your cable modem. Consider these recommendations: Position your PC and cable modem so that they are l
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What Are the System Requirements for Internet Service? What Are the System Requirements for Internet Service? To ensure that your cable modem operates efficiently for high-speed Internet service, verify that all of the Internet devices on your system meet or exceed the following minimum hardware and software requirements. Note: You will also need an active cable input line and an Internet connection. Minimum System Requirements for a PC A PC with a Pentium MMX 133 processor or greater
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How Do I Se t Up My High-Speed Internet Access Account? How Do I Set Up My High-Speed Internet Access Account? Before you can use your cable modem, you need to have a high-speed Internet access account. If you do not have a high-speed Internet access account, you need to set up an account with your local service provider. Choose one of the two options in this section. I Do Not Have a High-Speed Internet Access Account If you do not have a high-speed Internet access account, your service p
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LINE 2 LINE 1 POWER RESET 12 VDC TELEPHONY ETHERNET USB CABLE How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet? How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet? You can use your cable modem to access the Internet, and you can share that Internet connection with other Internet devices in your home or office. Sharing one connection among many devices is called networking. Connecting and Installing Internet Devices You must connect and install your cable modem to access the Internet. Professi
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How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet? 3 Connect the active RF coaxial cable to the CABLE connector. Use an optional cable signal splitter to add a TV, a DHCT or set-top converter, or a VCR. 4 Insert the AC power cord into the POWER connector on the back of the cable modem, and then plug the cord into an AC power source. 5 Plug in and power on your networked devices including your PC. The cable modem will then begin an automatic search to locate and sign on to the broadband dat
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How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol? How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol? To configure TCP/IP protocol, you need to have an Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) with TCP/IP communications protocol installed on your system. TCP/IP is a communications protocol used to access the Internet. This section contains instructions for configuring TCP/IP on your Internet devices to operate with the cable modem in Microsoft Windows or Macintosh environments. Configuring TCP/IP on Your Internet Device
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How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol? Configuring TCP/IP on Windows 2000 Systems 1 Click Start, select Settings, and choose Network and Dial-up Connections. 2 Double-click the Local Area Connection icon in the Network and Dial-up Connections window. 3 Click Properties in the Local Area Connection Status window. 4 Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the Local Area Connection Properties window, and then click Properties. 5 Select both Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server
