Arris Touchstone CM900 User manual

Touchstone®C 900 Cable odem
User’s Guide
Get ready to experience the nternet’s express lane! Whether you’re checking out
streaming media, downloading new software, or checking your email, the Touch-
stone CM900 Cable Modem brings it all to you up to eight times faster than stan-
dard DOCS S 2.0 cable modems.
The Touchstone Cable Modem provides an Ethernet connection for use with either
a single computer or home/office Local Area Network (LAN).
nstallation is simple and your cable company will provide assistance to you for any
special requirements. The links below provide more detailed instructions.
Safety Requirements
Getting Started
nstalling and Connecting Your Cable Modem
Configuring Your Ethernet Connection
Using the Cable Modem
Troubleshooting
Glossary

Export Regulations
This product may not be exported outside the U.S. and Canada without U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Export Administration authorization. Any export or re-export by
the purchaser, directly or indirectly, in contravention of U.S. Export Administration Regulation is prohibited.
Copyright © 2010 ARR S. All rights reserved.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The statements, configurations, technical data, and recommendations in this document are believed to be
accurate and reliable, but are presented without express or implied warranty. Users must take full responsibility for their applications of any products specified in this document.
The information in this document is proprietary to ARR S.
ARR S, Touchstone, and the ARR S logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ARR S. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective hold-
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Touchstone® CM900 Cable Modem User’s Guide
Export Regulations
Safety Requirements
FCC Part 15
European Compliance
Energy Consumption (CM900S Models only)
Getting Started
About Your New Cable Modem
What’s in the Box?
What’s on the CD?
tems You Need
Getting Service
System Requirements
Recommended Hardware
Windows
MacOS
Linux/other Unix
About this Manual
Ethernet Connection
What About Security?
nstalling and Connecting Your Cable Modem
Front Panel
CM900A/S Front Panel
Rear Panel
CM900A/S Rear Panel
Mounting the Cable Modem
Tools and Materials
Location
nstructions
Wall-mounting instructions
Desktop mounting instructions
Connecting the Cable Modem
Making Ethernet Connections
Configuring Your Ethernet Connection
Requirements
How to use this chapter
TCP/ P Configuration for Windows 2000
TCP/ P Configuration for Windows XP
TCP/ P Configuration for Windows Vista
TCP/ P Configuration for Windows 7
TCP/ P Configuration for MacOS X
Using the Cable Modem
Setting up Your Computer to Use the Cable Modem
ndicator Lights for the CM900A/S Models
ndicator Lights: Normal Operation
ndicator Lights: Startup Sequence
Using the Reset Button
Troubleshooting
Glossary

Safety Requirements
ARR S Cable Modems comply with the applicable requirements for performance,
construction, labeling, and information when used as outlined below:
CAUTION
Risk of shock
Mains voltages inside this unit. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
service to qualified personnel only!
• Do not use product near water (i.e. wet basement, bathtub, sink or near a
swimming pool, etc.), to avoid risk of electrocution.
• Avoid using and/or connecting the equipment during an electrical storm, to
avoid risk of electrocution.
• Do not locate the equipment within 6 feet (1.9 m) of a flame or ignition
source (i.e. heat registers, space heaters, fireplaces, etc.).
• Use only power supply and power cord included with the equipment.
• Equipment should be installed near the power outlet and should be easily
accessible.
• The shield of the coaxial cable must be connected to earth (grounded) at the
entrance to the building in accordance with applicable national electrical in-
stallation codes. n the U.S., this is required by NFPA 70 (National Electrical
Code) Article 820. n the European Union and in certain other countries,
CATV installation equipotential bonding requirements are specified in EC
60728-11, Cable netw rks f r televisi n signals, s und signals and interac-
tive services, Part 11: Safety. This equipment is intended to be installed in
accordance with the requirements of EC 60728-11 for safe operation.
f the equipment is to be installed in an area serviced by an T power line
network, as is found in many areas of Norway, special attention should be
given that the installation is in accordance with EC 60728-11, in particular
Annex B and Figure B.4.
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• n areas of high surge events or poor grounding situations and areas prone
to lightning strikes, additional surge protection may be required (i.e.
PF11VNT3 from American Power Conversion) on the AC, RF, Ethernet and
Phone lines.
• When the Cable Modem is connected to a local computer through Ethernet
cables, the computer must be properly grounded to the building/residence
AC ground network. All plug-in cards within the computer must be properly
installed and grounded to the computer frame per the manufacturer’s spec-
ifications.
• Ensure proper ventillation. Position the Cable Modem so that air flows freely
around it and the ventillation holes on the unit are not blocked.
• Do not mount the Cable Modem on surfaces that are sensitive to heat and/or
which may be damaged by the heat generated by the modem, its power
supply, or other accessories.
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FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a
Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ac-
cordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. f this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the fol-
lowing measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party re-
sponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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European Compliance
This product complies with the provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC) Directive (89/336/EEC), the Amending Directive (92/31/EEC), the Low Volt-
age Directive (73/23/EEC), and the CE Marking Directive (93/68/EEC). As such,
this product bears the CE marking in accordance with the above applicable Direc-
tive(s).
A copy of the Declaration of Conformity may be obtained from: ARR S nterna-
tional, nc., 3871 Lakefield Drive, Suite 300, Suwanee, GA 30024.
As indicated by this symbol, disposal of this product is governed
by Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the
Council on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
WEEE could potentially prove harmful to the environment; as
such, upon disposal of the Cable Modem the Directive requires
that this product must not be disposed as unsorted municipal
waste, but rather collected separately and disposed of in accor-
dance with local WEEE ordinances.
This product complies with directive 2002/95/EC of the European Par-
liament and of the Council of 27 January 2003 on the restriction of the
use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) in electrical and elec-
tronic equipment.
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Energy Consumption (C 900S odels only)
n accordance with Ecodesign Directive 2005/32/EC, this device is equipped with a
power switch. The following energy consumption figures apply (measured with a
wattmeter at the outlet):
Note: n most instances, ARR S recommends that the power switch remain in
the ON position at all times. Turning the switch OFF disables the device.
Turning the switch OFF is recommended only during vacations or similar
extended absences.
Switch State Power Consumption
OFF 0.0 W
ON 6.5 W (idle)
8.5 W (typical)
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Getting Started
About Your New Cable odem
The Touchstone CM900 Cable Modem is DOCS S® 3.0 or Euro-DOCS S™ 3.0 com-
pliant with the following features:
• Speed: much faster than dialup or SDN service; up to eight times faster
than DOCS S 2.0 cable modems
• Connectivity: supports Ethernet connection
• Flexibility: provides high speed data
• Compatibility:
– Data services: DOCS S or Euro-DOCS S 3.0 compliant and backward-
compatible with DOCS S 2.0 or 1.1; supports tiered data services (if of-
fered by your cable company)
What’s in the Box?
Make sure you have the following items before proceeding. Call your cable company
for assistance if anything is missing.
• Cable Modem
• Power Cord
• Quick nstallation Guide
• Wall-Mounting Template and nstructions
• Ethernet Cable
• Mini CD-ROM (80mm)
Note: An adapter is required for slot-loading drives. Adapter is not included.
• End User License Agreement
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What’s on the CD?
The CD provides the following items:
• Quick nstall Guide
• User’s Guide
Items You Need
f you are installing the Cable Modem yourself, make sure you have the following
items on hand before continuing:
•Cable modem package: see What’s in the Box? for a list of items in the
package.
•Coaxial cable (coax): as shown in the image to the left, this is a thin cable
with a connector on each end. t is the same kind of wire used to connect to
your television for cable TV. You can buy coax from any electronics retailer
and many discount stores; make sure it has connectors on both ends. There
are two types of connectors, slip-on and screw-on; the screw-on connectors
are best for use with your Cable Modem. The coax should be long enough
to reach from your Cable Modem to the nearest cable outlet.
Note: For best performance, use high-quality RG-6 type coax cable and mini-
mize or eliminate splitters between the cable jack and the Cable Modem.
•Splitter (optional): provides an extra cable connection by splitting a sin-
gle outlet into two. You may need a splitter if you have a TV already con-
nected to the cable outlet that you want to use. You can buy a splitter from
any electronics retailer and most discount stores; you may also need a short
piece of coax cable (with connectors); use it to connect the splitter to the
cable outlet and then connect the Cable Modem and TV to the splitter.
Note: A splitter effectively cuts the signal in half and sends each half to its
two outputs. Using several splitters in a line may deteriorate the quality of
your television, telephone, and/or internet connection.
•Wall-mount hardware (optional): if you want to wall-mount your Cable
Modem, you need to obtain two drywall anchors or wood screws. See the
Wall-Mount Template and nstructions for more details.
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Coax Cable

•Information packet: your cable company should furnish you with a packet
containing information about your service and how to set it up. Read this in-
formation carefully and contact your cable company if you have any ques-
tions.
Getting Service
Before trying to use your new Cable Modem, contact your local cable company to
establish an nternet account and telephone service. When you call, have the fol-
lowing information ready:
• the Cable Modem serial number and MAC addresses of the unit (printed on
a sticker on the bottom of the Cable Modem)
• the model number of the Cable Modem
Save this information for future use. n addition, you should ask your cable com-
pany the following questions:
• Do you have any special system requirements or files that need to down-
load after am connected?
• When can start using my Cable Modem?
• Do need a user D or password to access the nternet or my e-mail?
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