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| Introduction |
The Cisco DVB CAR100 is a cable access router that connects a cable TV (CATV) network either to one computer or to an Ethernet hub with one or more PCs connected. The Cisco DVB CAR100 enables two-way data communication at high bit-rates.
The Cisco DVB CAR100-PC version can connect a single computer to the CATV network. The
Cisco DVB CAR100-LAN version can connect a maximum of 20 computers to the CATV network, using an Ethernet hub (not included in the delivery).
Before you install the Cisco DVB CAR100, make sure that you have a copy of the Cisco DVB CAR100 Cable Access Router Hardware Installation Guide (Cisco document number 78-10685).
If you do not have a printed copy of this guide, you can download a copy from Cisco Connection Online on the World Wide Web at http://www.cisco.com, http://www-china.cisco.com, or http://www-europe.cisco.com.
This section identifies the hardware requirements necessary to install and operate the Cisco DVB CAR100.
| Introduction (continued) |
Please contact the vendor who supplied your equipment or the cable service provider for technical support information.
| Installing the Cisco DVB CAR100 |
This section provides basic information necessary to install the Cisco DVB CAR100. Refer to the
Cisco DVB CAR100 Cable Access Router Hardware Installation Guide for detailed installation instructions and illustrations.
The following figure shows the locations for connecting all cables to the rear panel connectors of the
Cisco DVB CAR100.
When the power supply is connected to the Cisco DVB CAR100, electrical current flows through the CATV coaxial cable. To avoid electrical shocks, always connect the CATV coaxial cable to the Cisco DVB CAR100 before connecting the power supply, and disconnect the power supply before removing the CATV coaxial cable.
Step 2 Connect the Cisco DVB CAR100 to the computer or hub:
If you have the Cisco DVB CAR100-PC, use a crossover Ethernet cable to connect the socket labelled Ethernet to the computer's Ethernet network adapter. If you have the Cisco DVB CAR100-LAN, use a straight-through Ethernet cable to connect the socket labelled Ethernet to the hub's Ethernet network adapter.
Step 3 Cisco DVB CAR100-LAN only:
Connect the computers to the Ethernet hub according to the hub manufacturer's instructions.
Step 4 Connect the power supply unit to the socket labelled Power on the back of the Cisco DVB CAR100, then connect the power supply unit to the electrical wall outlet.
| Computer Configuration |
Having completed the installation procedures, you have now successfully installed your Cisco DVB CAR100. It comes preconfigured for full end-user operation. However, you will need to configure the connected computers to communicate with the CATV network.
Step 2 Select the Configuration tab.
Step 3 Select the TCP/IP [your Ethernet adapter] entry, Properties, and then the IP Address tab.
Step 4 Click Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server.
Step 5 Click OK and reboot the PC if neccessary.
If you have the Cisco DVB CAR100-LAN version, repeat Steps 1 to 5 for each connected PC.
Step 2 Click the TCP/IP Protocols entry in the list, then Properties, and select the IP Address tab.
Step 3 Click Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server.
Step 4 Click Apply.
Step 5 Click OK and reboot the PC if neccessary.
If you have the Cisco DVB CAR100-LAN version, repeat Steps 1 to 5 for each connected PC.
| Computer Configuration (continued) |
| TCP/IP Settings Table | IP Address | |
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Cisco DVB CAR100-PC | Single PC | 192.168.128.10 |
Cisco DVB CAR100-LAN | PC 1 | 192.168.128.10 |
PC 2 | 192.168.128.11 | |
PC 3 | 192.168.128.12 | |
PC 4 to PC 20 | 192.168.128.13 to 29 | |
All versions | Subnet Mask | Default Gateway |
255.255.255.0 | 192.168.128.2 |
Step 2 Select the Configuration tab.
Step 3 Select the TCP/IP [your Ethernet adapter] entry, Properties, then the IP Address tab.
Step 4 Click Specify an IP address and enter values for IP address and subnet mask from the TCP/IP Settings Table above to configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC.
Step 5 Click the Gateway tab and enter values for the default gateway from the TCP/IP Settings Table.
Step 6 Select DNS Configuration, Enable DNS and enter the DNS Server information supplied by your CATV service provider.
Step 7 Click OK and reboot the PC if neccessary.
If you have the Cisco DVB CAR100-LAN version, repeat steps 1 to 7 for each connected PC.
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Step 2 Click the TCP/IP Protocols entry in the list, then Properties, and select the IP Address tab.
Step 3 Click Specify an IP Address. If no other configuration data is provided by your cable operator, enter the values from the TCP/IP Settings Table above to configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC.
Step 4 Click Apply.
Step 5 Select the DNS tab and enter the DNS Server information supplied by your cable service provider.
Step 6 Click OK and reboot the PC if neccessary.
The PCs are now ready to access the CATV network using the Cisco DVB CAR100.
The Cisco DVB CAR100 can take up to 20 minutes to sign on the very first time and, in extreme circumstances, even longer. In such instances, contact your cable service provider for advice.
If the power LED on the front of the Cisco DVB CAR100 does not turn green after the initialization procedure, the modem is not functioning correctly.
If the Cisco DVB CAR100 is powered off, it should remain off for at least 10 minutes before being restarted. If the unit is powered on within 10 minutes, it is possible that it will fail to reestablish communication with the service provider's headend unit. If this occurs, power the unit off again, and leave it off for at least 10 minutes. Then power on the Cisco DVB CAR100 again, and communication with the service provider's headend unit should be reestablished as normal.
| Ensure free air flow around the Cisco DVB CAR100 and power supply unit at all times to prevent overheating. |
| Software Updates and Upgrades
Software UpdatesSoftware updates for the Cisco DVB CAR100 are handled automatically by the cable service provider by means of the CATV network. This requires no user intervention. Note Cisco recommends leaving the Cisco DVB CAR100 switched on at all times so that automatic software updates can be completed successfully. Upgrading the Cisco DVB CAR100-PC to the
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Posted: Fri Feb 16 01:58:10 PST 2001
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