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Safety and Regulatory Information
Getting Started
Product Overview
Installing the Gateway
Setting Up a Wireless Network Connection
Using the Gateway Web Manager
Configuring Your Wireless Network
Protecting & Monitoring Your Wireless Network
Managing Your Gateway and Connected Networks
Troubleshooting Tips
- Solutions
- Front Panel LED Icons and Error Conditions
Warranty Information

SURFboard SBG6580

Wireless Gateway

User Guide

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March 2016

ARRIS Copyrights and Trademarks

No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any

means or used to make any derivative work (such as translation, transformation, or

adaptation) without written permission from ARRIS Enterprises, LLC. (“ARRIS”). ARRIS

reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in content from time

to time without obligation on the part of ARRIS to provide notification of such revision

or change.

ARRIS, SURFboard, and the ARRIS logo are all trademarks or registered trademarks of

ARRIS Enterprises, LLC. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this

document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and the names of their

products. ARRIS disclaims proprietary interest in the marks and names of others.

Wi-Fi Alliance®, Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi logo, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, Wi-Fi Protected

Access® (WPA), the Wi-Fi Protected Setup logo, and WMM® are registered trademarks

of Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Multimedia™, and WPA2™ are

trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance.

ARRIS provides this guide without warranty of any kind, implied or expressed,

including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a

particular purpose. ARRIS may make improvements or changes in the product(s)

described in this manual at any time.

The capabilities, system requirements and/or compatibility with third-party products

described herein are subject to change without notice.

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Table of Contents

1. Safety and Regulatory Information .......................................................................... 5

2. Getting Started ..................................................................................................... 11

Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 11

In The Box ........................................................................................................................ 11

Additional Items Needed (Not Included) ................................................................ 12

System Requirements ...................................................................................................... 12

Contact Information ........................................................................................................ 13

3. Product Overview ................................................................................................. 14

Front Panel ...................................................................................................................... 14

Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) ............................................................................... 15

Rear Panel ........................................................................................................................ 16

Gateway Label ................................................................................................................. 17

4. Installing the Gateway .......................................................................................... 18

Connect the SBG6580 to Your Computer ........................................................................ 18

Establish an Internet Connection .................................................................................... 19

Wall Mount the SBG6580 ................................................................................................ 20

Wall Mounting Template ........................................................................................ 22

5. Setting Up a Wireless Network Connection ........................................................... 23

Launch the SBG6580 Quick Start Wizard ........................................................................ 23

Set Up a Wireless Network Using Your Computer .......................................................... 29

Quick Connect Using the Windows Task Bar .......................................................... 29

Connect Using the Windows Control Panel ............................................................ 32

Test Your Wireless Network Connection......................................................................... 34

Connect Your WPS-Enabled Wireless Devices ................................................................ 35

6. Using the Gateway Web Manager ......................................................................... 36

Start the Gateway Web Manager .................................................................................... 36

Gateway Web Manager Menu Options .................................................................. 39

Get Help ........................................................................................................................... 40

Overview Help ........................................................................................................ 41

Help Links ................................................................................................................ 41

Field Level Help ....................................................................................................... 42

Exit the SBG6580 Web Manager ..................................................................................... 43

7. Configuring Your Wireless Network ....................................................................... 44

Set Up Your Wireless Primary Network........................................................................... 44

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Set Up WPS on Your Wireless Network .................................................................. 46

Set Up a Wireless Guest Network ................................................................................... 47

Change the Wireless Network Name (SSID) .................................................................... 50

Change the Wireless Channel .......................................................................................... 51

8. Protecting & Monitoring Your Wireless Network ................................................... 54

Prevent Unauthorized Access .......................................................................................... 54

Change the Default Username and Password ................................................................. 54

Set Up Firewall Protection ............................................................................................... 57

Set Up Parental Controls ................................................................................................. 59

Set Up IP Filtering ............................................................................................................ 61

Set Up MAC Filtering ....................................................................................................... 62

Set Up Port Filtering ........................................................................................................ 63

Set Up Port Triggers ......................................................................................................... 64

Set Up Port Forwarding ................................................................................................... 65

Set Up the DMZ Host ....................................................................................................... 68

Set Up Firewall Event Log Notifications .......................................................................... 68

Store Remote Firewall Logs ............................................................................................. 69

9. Managing Your Gateway and Connected Networks ............................................... 71

View the Gateway Status Using the Device Status Button ............................................. 71

View the Gateway Product Information ......................................................................... 72

View the Gateway Network Connection Status .............................................................. 73

Back Up Your Gateway Configuration ............................................................................. 74

Restore Your Gateway Configuration Settings ................................................................ 75

Reset Your Gateway Settings .......................................................................................... 75

10. Troubleshooting Tips............................................................................................. 77

Solutions .......................................................................................................................... 77

Front Panel LED Icons and Error Conditions .................................................................... 78

11. Warranty Information ........................................................................................... 79

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Chapter 1

Safety and Regulatory Information

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read This Before You Begin — When using your equipment, basic safety precautions should

always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including

the following:

 Read all of the instructions listed here and/or in the user manual before you operate this

device. Give particular attention to all safety precautions. Retain the instructions for future

reference.

 This device must be installed and used in strict accordance with manufacturer’s

instructions, as described in the user documentation that is included with the device.

 Comply with all warning and caution statements in the instructions. Observe all warning

and caution symbols that are affixed to this device.

 To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this device to rain or moisture. The device

must not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not place objects filled with liquids, such

as vases, on the device.

 This device was qualified under test conditions that included the use of the supplied cables

between system components. To ensure regulatory and safety compliance, use only the

provided power and interface cables and install them properly.

 Different types of cord sets may be used for connections to the main POWER supply circuit.

Use only a main line cord that complies with all applicable device safety requirements of

the country of use.

 Installation of this device must be in accordance with national wiring codes and conform to

local regulations.

 Operate this device only from the type of power source indicated on the device’s marking

label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer

or local power company.

 Do not overload outlets or extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric

shock. Overloaded electrical outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or

cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire

hazard.

 Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items

placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords where they are attached to

plugs and convenience receptacles, and examine the point where they exit from the

device.

 Place this device in a location that is close enough to an electrical outlet to accommodate

the length of the power cord.

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 Place the device to allow for easy access when disconnecting the power cord of the device

from the electrical wall outlet.

 Do not connect the plug into an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the plug

can be fully inserted with no part of the blades exposed.

 Place this device on a stable surface.

 Avoid damaging the device with static by touching the coaxial cable when it is attached to

the earth-grounded coaxial cable-TV wall outlet.

 Always first touch the coaxial cable connector on the device when disconnecting or

reconnecting the Ethernet cable from the device or user’s PC.

 It is recommended that the customer install an electrical surge protector in the electrical

outlet to which this device is connected. This is to avoid damaging the device by local

lightning strikes and other electrical surges.

 Postpone installation until there is no risk of thunderstorm or lightning activity in the area.

 Do not use this product near water: for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or

laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

 Do not cover the device or block the airflow to the device with any other objects. Keep the

device away from excessive heat and humidity and keep the device free from vibration and

dust.

 Wipe the device with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals. Do

not spray cleaners directly on the device or use forced air to remove dust.

 For added protection, unplug the device from the wall outlet and disconnect the cables to

avoid damage to this device during lightning activity or power surges.

 Upon completion of any service or repairs to this device, ask the service technician to

perform safety checks to determine that the device is in safe operating condition.

 Do not open the device. Do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the

installation and troubleshooting instructions. Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel.

 This device should not be used in an environment that exceeds 104° F (40° C).

SAVE THE ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS

Note to CATV System Installer — This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s

attention to Article 820.93 and 820.100 of the National Electric Code, which provides

guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the Coaxial cable shield shall

be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as

practical.

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FCC STATEMENTS

FCC Interference Statement

This equipment 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 harmful interference in a residential environment. This equipment

generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If

this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

 Increase the separation between the device 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.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must

accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola for

compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

ARRIS Enterprises, LLC, 3871 Lakefield Drive, Suwanee, GA 30024, declares that the DOCSIS 3.0

Wireless Gateway-SBG6580 and SBG6580-2 comply with 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules

as a Class B digital device.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

environment. To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the separation

distance between the antenna and any person’s body (including hands, wrists, feet and

ankles) must be at least 8 inches (20.3 centimeters).

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or

transmitter except those already approved in this filing.

The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country

dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destinations.

The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.

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Industry Canada (IC) Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired

operation of the device.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)

In Canada, RLAN devices are restricted from using the 5600-5650 MHz frequency band.

Caution: To reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite

systems, use of the 5150-5250 MHz frequency band is restricted to indoor use only.

High power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority) of 5250-5350

MHz and 5650-5850 MHz frequency bands. These radars could cause interference and/or

damage to License Exempt–Local Area Network (LE-LAN) devices.

IC Radiation Exposure Statement

IMPORTANT NOTE: This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an

uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum

distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

Avis D'Industrie Canada (IC)

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio

exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et

(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le

brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)

Au Canada, les appareils de réseau local sans fil ne sont pas autorisés à utiliser les bandes de

fréquence 5600-5650 MHz.

AVERTISSEMENT: afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de

satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux, les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-

5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l'intérieur

Les radars à haute puissance sont définis en tant qu'utilisateurs principaux (c.-à-d. prioritaires)

des bandes de fréquences 5250-5350 MHz et 5650-5850 MHz. Ces radars peuvent causer de

l'interférence ou des dommages susceptibles de nuire aux appareils exempts de licence–

réseau local (LAN-EL).

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Déclaration de IC Sur L'Exposition Aux Rayonnements

NOTE IMPORTANTE: cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements

établies par IC pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé

de manière à maintenir une distance d'au moins 20 cm entre la source de rayonnement et

votre corps.

Wireless LAN Information

This device is a wireless network product that uses Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and

Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) radio technologies. The device is

designed to be interoperable with any other wireless DSSS and OFDMA products that comply with:

 The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision AC, Revision B, Revision G, and

Revision N), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical Electronics Engineers

 The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certification as defined by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility

Alliance (WECA).

Restrictions on the Use of Wireless Devices

In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be restricted by the

proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. For example, using

wireless equipment in any environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services

is perceived or identified as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the applicable policy for the use of wireless equipment in a specific

organization or environment, you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device prior

to turning on the equipment.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by

unauthorized modification of the devices included with this product, or the substitution or

attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by the manufacturer.

Correction of the interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution, or

attachment is the responsibility of the user.

The manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or

violation of government regulations that may arise from failing to comply with these guidelines.

Note: The use of the 5150-5250 MHz frequency band is restricted to Indoor Use Only.

SECURITY WARNING: This device allows you to create a wireless network. Wireless network

connections may be accessible by unauthorized users. For more information on how to protect

your network, see Change the Default Username and Password in this guide for instructions or

visit the ARRIS Support website at www.arris.com/consumer.

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CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT BY RECYCLING

When you see this symbol on an ARRIS product, do not dispose of the product with

residential or commercial waste.

Recycling your ARRIS Equipment

Please do not dispose of this product with your residential or commercial waste.

Some countries or regions, such as the European Union, have set up systems to

collect and recycle electrical and electronic waste items. Contact your local

authorities for information about practices established for your region. If collection

systems are not available, call ARRIS Customer Service at 1-877-466-8646 for

assistance.

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Chapter 2

Getting Started

Introduction

The ARRIS SURFboard® SBG6580 Wireless Gateway is an all in one wireless DOCSIS 3.0® cable

modem and four-port Ethernet router device. It provides secure ultra high-speed wired and

wireless broadband connections to the Internet for your computer and other wireless network

devices on your home or small business network. The SBG6580 has a Wi-Fi® Pairing button

option for quick and easy network connections for your wireless devices.

This guide provides instructions for installing and configuring your SBG6580, setting up a

secure wireless network connection, and managing your gateway and network configurations.

Note: The information, graphics, and procedures in this document apply to the SBG6580

and SBG6580-2 models. There are only a few minor differences between the two models.

Where applicable, specific SBG6580-2 information (labeled ) is provided.

In The Box

Before installing the SBG6580, check that the following items are also included in the box. If

any items are missing, please call ARRIS Technical Support at 1-877-466-8646 for assistance.

Table 1. SBG6580 Package Contents

Item

Description

SBG6580 Wireless

Gateway

High-speed DOCSIS 3.0 wireless modem and

four-port router

Power Cord

Power cord for an electrical wall outlet

connection

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Item

Description

Ethernet Cable

Standard Category 5 (CAT5) or higher network

cable

Software License &

Regulatory Card

Safety and regulatory information, software

license, and warranty for the gateway

Support Information

Card

Provides contact information for obtaining

technical support assistance with any issues

you may have with your SURFboard device.

SBG6580 Quick Start

Guide

Provides basic information for installing the

gateway and setting up a secure wireless

connection on your home network.

Additional Items Needed (Not Included)

The following items are not included in the box and must be purchased separately, if required:

 Coaxial (coax) cable, if one is not already connected to a cable wall outlet

 RF splitter (for additional coaxial cable connections, such as a set-top box or Smart TV)

 Ethernet cable for each additional Ethernet-enabled device

System Requirements

 High-speed Internet access account

 Web browser access – Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari

 Compatible operating systems:

 Windows® 10

 Windows 8

 Windows 7 Service Pack 1 (SP1)

Note: Although older versions of Windows operating systems are no longer

specifically supported, they should still function with this model.

 Mac® 10.4 or higher

 UNIX®

 Linux®

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Contact Information

For technical support and additional ARRIS product information:

 Visit the ARRIS Support website: www.arris.com/consumer

 Call ARRIS Technical Support: 1-877-466-8646

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Product Overview

Front Panel

Figure 1: SBG6580 Front View

Table 2. SBG6580 Front Panel LED Icons

LED Icon

Blinking

On (Solid)

Not applicable – icon does not

blink.

Green: Power is properly connected.

Scanning for a downstream

(receive) channel connection.

Green: Non-bonded downstream

channel is connected.

Blue*: High-speed Internet connection

with bonded downstream channels.

Scanning for an upstream (send)

channel connection.

Green: Non-bonded upstream channel is

connected.

Blue*: High-speed Internet connection

with bonded upstream channels.

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LED Icon

Blinking

On (Solid)

Scanning for an Internet

connection.

Green: Start-up process completed.

Green: Wi-Fi enabled with

encrypted wireless data activity.

Amber: Flashes during the wireless

pairing process and lights up SOLID

green after five seconds or less.

Green: 5 GHz wireless connection is

made between the SBG6580 and

another Wi-Fi enabled device on your

home network; such as a printer, tablet,

or laptop.

Not applicable – no LED on button.

Note: The Wireless LEDs will blink

Amber to indicate the WPS Pairing

process is in progress.

Not applicable – no LED on button.

* Blue - Indicates DOCSIS 3.0 operation (high-speed Internet access) which may not be

available in all locations. Check with your service provider for availability in your area.

Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a wireless network setup option that provides a quick and easy

solution for setting up a secure wireless network connection for any WPS-enabled wireless

device; such as a computer, tablet, gaming device, or printer. WPS automatically configures

your wireless network connections and sets up wireless security. See Connect Your

WPS-Enabled Wireless Devices for more information.

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Rear Panel

Figure 2: SBG6580 Rear View

Table 3. SBG6580 Rear Panel Ports & Connectors

Port Name

Description

Four one-gigabit Ethernet ports for RJ-45 cable connections

Green: LED is ON - Indicates a data transfer rate of one gigabit per

second

Amber: LED is ON - Indicates a data transfer rate of less than one

gigabit per second

Reset Button

Recessed button used to either reboot the wireless gateway or reset

the gateway configuration settings.

To reboot (or restart) the gateway, use the end of a paper clip or other

small object with a narrow tip to press and hold the indented Reset

button for three to four seconds only, and then release. Do not press

the Reset button for more than seven seconds. If you do, the gateway

configuration settings will automatically reset to the factory default

settings and your custom gateway settings will be deleted.

To reset your gateway configuration back to the factory default settings,

use the end of a paper clip or other small object with a narrow tip to

press and hold the indented Reset button for 10 seconds or until the

front panel LEDs flash, and then release. See Restore Your

Configuration Settings for more information on an alternative method

to reset the gateway settings using the SBG6580 Web Manager.

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Port Name

Description

Reset Button

(Continued)

WARNING! Reset will also delete your custom gateway

configuration, including your user password, wireless network

name (SSID), and other security settings. You should first back up

your gateway configuration files before resetting the SBG6580.

See Back Up Your Gateway Configuration for more information.

Coaxial Cable connector

+12VDC Power connector

WARNING! To avoid any damage to your SBG6580, only use the

power supply provided in the box.

Gateway Label

The gateway label is located on the bottom of the SBG6580. It contains the gateway ID that

you may need when contacting your service provider or ARRIS Technical Support.

To receive Internet service, you will have to contact your service provider for assistance. You

may need to provide the following information listed on the gateway label:

 Gateway model name (SBG6580 or SBG6580-2)

 Gateway MAC address (HFC MAC ID)

 Gateway serial number (S/N)

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Installing the Gateway

Caution: This product is for indoor use only. Do not route the Ethernet cable(s) outside of the

building. Exposure of the cables to lightning could create a safety hazard and damage the

product.

Connect the SBG6580 to Your Computer

Before installing the SBG6580:

 Check with your service provider to ensure broadband cable service is available in your

area.

To set up a wireless network, you will need a high-speed Internet connection provided by

an Internet service provider.

Note: When contacting your service provider, you may need your gateway

information listed on the gateway label located on the bottom of your SBG6580 (see

Gateway Label (page 17).

 Choose a location in your home where your computer and gateway are preferably near

existing cable and electrical wall outlets.

For the best Wi-Fi coverage, a central location in your home or building is recommended.

Note: The following installation procedure covers the wired Ethernet connection

process so that you can confirm that the SBG6580 was properly installed and can

connect to the Internet.

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Figure 3: SBG6580 Connection Diagram

1. Check that a coaxial cable is already connected to a cable wall outlet or RF splitter

(optional).

2. Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the Cable connector on the rear of the

SBG6580.

Use your hand to tighten the connectors to avoid damaging them.

3. Connect the Ethernet cable to an available Ethernet port on the rear of the SBG6580.

4. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your computer.

Optional: Repeat steps 3 and 4 for an additional computer or other network device that

you want to install as a wired connection on your home network.

5. Connect the power cord to the Power port on the rear of the SBG6580.

6. Plug the other end of the power cord into an electrical wall outlet that is not controlled by

a wall switch.

Note: This automatically powers ON the SBG6580.

Establish an Internet Connection

Although your computer may already be configured to automatically access the Internet, you

should still perform the following gateway connectivity test to verify that the devices were

connected properly.

1. Power ON the computer connected to the SBG6580, if it is turned off, and then log in.

2. Contact your service provider to activate (provision) the SBG6580. You may have to

provide the HFC MAC ID listed on the gateway label.

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Note: Your service provider may allow for automatic activation which will

automatically launch its own special website when you open a web browser.

3. After the SBG6580 is activated, open a web browser (such as Internet Explorer, Google

Chrome, Firefox, or Safari) on your computer.

4. Type a valid URL (such as www.surfboard.com) in the address bar and then press Enter.

The ARRIS website should open. If it fails to open, please contact your service provider for

assistance.

5. Check that the Power, Receive, Send, and Online front panel LEDs on the SBG6580 light

up in sequential order. See Product Overview for additional LED status information.

 If all four LEDs did not light up solid and you also do not have an Internet connection,

you may have to contact your service provider to reactivate the SBG6580 or check for

signal issues.

 If you still cannot connect to the Internet, the SBG6580 may be defective. Please call

ARRIS Technical Support at 1-877-466-8646 for assistance.

Wall Mount the SBG6580

Note: The SBG6580 is wall mountable. Please note that wall mounting the SBG6580 is for

convenience only. It may degrade the optimal Wi-Fi performance on the SBG6580.

If you choose to mount the SBG6580 on a wall, please read the following before starting:

 Locate the unit as specified by the local or national codes governing residential or business

cable TV and communications services.

 Follow all local standards for installing a network interface unit/network interface device

(NIU/NID).

 Unplug the power cord on the SBG6580 from the electrical wall outlet and verify that all

the cables are repositioned away from the back of the SBG6580 before mounting it on the

wall.

 Decide if you are mounting the SBG6580 horizontally or vertically on the wall.

 Gather the following items:

 Wall-mounting template or ruler/measuring tape

 Applicable screwdriver: Phillips or flathead

 Two M3.5 (#6) screws with a flat underside and maximum screw head diameter of 9.0

mm to mount the SBG6580.

Note: Contact a qualified installer to determine the appropriate screw length needed

for mounting a gateway.

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See the figure below for the spacing measurements needed between the screw heads and the

wall:

Figure 4: Wall Mount-Screw Head Dimensions

Note: If possible, mount the SBG6580 to concrete, masonry, wooden stud, or some other

solid wall material. Use anchor bolts if necessary (for example, if you mount the device

on drywall).

Caution: Before drilling holes in the wall, check the structure for potential damage to

water, gas, or electrical lines.

Perform the following steps to mount the SBG6580 on a wall:

1. Use the Wall Mounting template as a guide to drill two holes in the wall for mounting the

SBG6580 in a vertical or horizontal position.

WARNING! The wall mounting template is intended as a sample representation of

the SBG6580 side view. The mounting hole dimensions shown on the template may

not be accurate. BEFORE drilling any holes in the wall, check to ensure that your

measurements match the hole markings on the side of the SBG6580.

2. Drill each of the two holes to an appropriate depth and diameter of at least 1½ inches (3.8

cm). There must be a .10 inch (2.5 mm) distance between the wall and the underside of

the screw head to mount the SBG6580 on the wall.

3. Insert the #6 screws into the holes in the wall.

4. Attach the SBG6580 to the two screws in the wall and then check to make sure it is

securely mounted on the wall.

5. Reconnect the coaxial and Ethernet cables on the rear of the SBG6580.

6. Reconnect the power cord to the Power port on the rear of the SBG6580 and plug the

other end into an electrical wall outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.

7. Arrange the cables to prevent any safety hazards.

8. Check again to make sure the SBG6580 is still securely mounted on the wall.

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Wall Mounting Template

Figure 5: Sample SBG6580 Wall Mounting Template

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Chapter 5

Setting Up a Wireless Network Connection

It is highly recommended that you first verify that your computer can connect to the Internet

using an Ethernet connection before configuring your wireless network.

You must currently have access to an Internet service in your home before you can set up a

wireless network connection. Also, make sure your computer and the SBG6580 are connected

through an Ethernet connection.

Choose one of the following options to set up your wireless network connection:

 Launch the SBG6580 Quick Start Wizard (page 23)

 Set Up a Wireless Network Using Your Computer (page 29)

After setting up a wireless connection on your home network, check that your wireless

network connection was set up properly. See Test Your Wireless Network Connection for more

information.

Launch the SBG6580 Quick Start Wizard

The SBG6580 Quick Start Wizard is a six-step application to help you quickly customize the

default wireless network settings on your SBG6580. The wizard configures your SBG6580

wireless network name (SSID), Wi-Fi Security Key (network password), and Wi-Fi Security

mode.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The quick start wizard uses the default settings already configured

for your SBG6580 to help you quickly set up your wireless network. However, the

wizard will only let you change the wireless network name (SSID) and Wi-Fi Security

Key (network password). After completing the wizard and getting your SBG6580

connected to the Internet, you will be able to make additional network configuration

changes to further customize your wireless home network and connect your wireless

devices. See Configuring Your Wireless Network for more information.

Note: The procedures and graphics in this section apply to the SBG6580 and SBG6580-2

models. Where applicable, specific SBG6580-2 information (labeled ) is provided.

1. Open a web browser (such as Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari) on the

computer connected to the SBG6580.

2. Type the default LAN IP address, 192.168.0.1, in the Address bar and then press Enter.

The SBG6580 Login screen displays.

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3. Type the following default username and password. Both entries are case-sensitive.

 Username: admin

 Password: motorola

Figure 6: SBG6580 Gateway Login Screen

 For the SBG6580-2, type the following default username and password. Both entries

are case-sensitive.

 Username: admin

 Password: password

Figure 7: SBG6580-2 Gateway Login Screen

Note: The Device Status button on the SBG6580-2 Login screen provides a quick

method for you to view the current configuration settings and connection status of

your SBG6580-2 without having to log in to the SBG6580-2 Web Manager (see View

the Gateway Status Using the Device Status Button for more information).

4. Click Login to open the SBG6580 Web Manager.

The Launch Quick Start Wizard screen displays (see Figure 8).

Note: If the default username and password are not working, your service provider

may have to set up alternate login credentials. Please contact your service provider

or ARRIS Technical Support for assistance.

The Login Alerts screen displays when you log in using the default username and password.

It is highly recommended that you change the username and password for network

security purposes. There are two options available:

 Quick Start Wizard (continue with step 5 below)

 SBG6580 Web Manager (see Change the Default Username and Password for more

information)

For now, continue with the following steps to set up your wireless network connection.

5. Click Close to close the Login Alerts screen. The Launch Quick Start Wizard screen displays.

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Figure 8: SBG6580 Quick Start Wizard Opening Screen

Figure 9: SBG6580-2 Quick Start Wizard Opening Screen

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6. Click Launch Quick Start Wizard to start the wizard. The Welcome screen displays.

Figure 10: SBG6580 & SBG6580-2 Quick Start Wizard Welcome Screens

7. Click Next to open the Wi-Fi Network Name & Passphrase screen.

Figure 11: SBG6580 & SBG6580-2 Quick Start Wizard-Step 2 of 6 Screens

8. Do one of the following to set up your wireless network name in the Network Name

(SSID) field for connecting to your wireless home network:

 Keep the default network name or SSID (also listed on the gateway label).

Note: You must keep the listed default network name if this is your first time

setting up your wireless network. You cannot change the network name until

after you have completed the installation wizard.

 Enter a new name for your wireless network. Your new network name must contain

from one to 32 alphanumeric characters.

Note: You have the option to change your wireless network name (SSID) only

after you have finished setting up your wireless home network for the first time.

The SBG6580 Web Manager is also available to change your SSID at any time

(see Change Your Wireless Network Name (SSID) for more information).

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9. Do one of the following to change your wireless network password in the

Passphrase / Wi-Fi Security Key field:

 Keep the default passphrase or Wi-Fi Security key (also listed on the gateway label) for

now and then change it later. See Change the Default Username and Password for

more information.

 Enter a new password for your wireless network.

The passphrase or Wi-Fi Security key is the sign-on access code to log onto your wireless

network. The access code must contain from eight to 64 characters consisting of any

combination of letters, numbers, and symbols. Your network password should be as unique

as possible to protect your wireless network and also deter hackers or unauthorized access

to your wireless network.

Note: It is highly recommended that you change the default Wi-Fi Security Key to a

more secure wireless password to protect your wireless home network from

unauthorized access. See Prevent Unauthorized Access for more information.

10. Click Next to open the Security Configuration screen.

Figure 12: SBG6580 & SBG6580-2 Quick Start Wizard-Step 3 of 6 Screens

The wizard configures WPA2-PSK as the default wireless network security code. It is the

highest wireless network security level. See Set Up Your Wireless Primary Network to

change the wireless network security code for your wireless home network.

11. For the SBG6580, click Next to open the Wi-Fi Band Selection screen.

Figure 13: SBG6580 Quick Start Wizard-Step 4 of 6 Screen

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Do one of the following to select your wireless network frequency band in the Wi-Fi Band

Selection field:

 Keep the default 2.4 GHz Band (recommended).

 Select 5 GHz Band.

Note: The 2.4 GHz frequency range is recommended for backward compatibility

purposes because older wireless devices cannot connect to 5 GHz frequencies.

 For the SBG6580-2, click Next to open the User Security Configuration screen.

Figure 14: SBG6580-2 Quick Start Wizard-Step 4 of 6 Screen

You can change the current (or default) username and password for logging onto the

SBG6580-2 Web Manager.

Do the following to change your username and password:

a. Select Change Username checkbox and then enter your new user name in both

Username fields.

Make sure to enter the same user name in both Username fields.

b. Select Change Password checkbox and then enter your new user password in both

Password fields.

Make sure to enter the same password in both Password fields.

12. Click Next to open the Review Settings screen and confirm your wireless network settings.

Figure 15: SBG6580 & SBG6580-2 Quick Start Wizard-Step 5 of 6 Screens

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13. Click Apply to accept your wireless network settings and open the Settings Applied screen.

-or-

Click Previous to go back and change your wireless network name and/or user password.

If you clicked Apply, wait for your wireless network settings to be saved. When it is

complete, the Settings Applied screen will open.

Figure 16: SBG6580 & SBG6580-2 Quick Start Wizard-Step 6 of 6 Screens

14. Click Exit to close the SBG6580 Quick Start Wizard.

-or-

Click Print to print a copy of your wireless network settings from a connected (wired or

wireless) printer. This can be helpful to keep a copy of your new wireless network settings

for logging onto the SBG6580 Web Manager and also changing your wireless network

settings.

Set Up a Wireless Network Using Your Computer

Use one of the following options to create your wireless network:

 Quick Connect Using the Windows Task Bar

 Connect Using the Windows Control Panel

Note: The steps for setting up a wireless network may differ slightly depending on the

Windows operating system running on your computer. The steps used in this section

apply to Windows 7.

Quick Connect Using the Windows Task Bar

1. From the Windows task bar on your computer, click the Wireless Link icon (see Figure 17)

to open the list of available wireless networks (see Figure 18).

Figure 17: Windows Task Bar

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Note: If the Wireless Link icon is not visible, left-click on the Show hidden icons

button (see Figure 17) on the Windows task bar to open and select from the list of

additional icons.

Figure 18: Sample Available Wireless Networks Window

2. Locate and then left-click on the SBG6580 wireless network name or SSID (for example,

MOTOROLA-#####) for your SBG6580 from the list of available wireless networks.

 For the SBG6580-2, left-click on the SBG6580-2 wireless network name or SSID (for

example, SBG6580-2-#####).

The default SSID is listed on the gateway label on the bottom of your SBG6580.

Note: You must use the default SSID listed on the gateway label when installing the

gateway and setting up your first wireless network connection. You can change the

SSID after your network connections are up and running. See Change Your Wireless

Network Name (SSID) for more information.

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Figure 19: Sample Wireless Network Connect Window

3. Select Connect automatically to set up your wireless devices to automatically log on to

your home network without having to enter the password.

4. Click Connect to open the Connect to a Network window and set up your new network

password.

Figure 20: Network Connection Window

5. Enter the Wi-Fi Security Key (your wireless network password) in the Security key field.

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Note: You can use the default Wi-Fi Security Key code listed on the gateway label or

enter your own personal wireless network password. See Prevent Unauthorized

Access for more information on creating user passwords.

If you have already changed your wireless network password using the SBG6580

Web Manager, enter that password in the Security key field.

6. Select Hide characters and then click OK to encrypt (or hide) your network password.

Figure 21: Network Connection-Create Network Password Window

Connect Using the Windows Control Panel

1. From the Windows task bar on your computer, click Start button and then click Control

Panel.

2. Click Network and Sharing Center to open the Network and Sharing Center window.

Figure 22: Control Panel-Network and Sharing Center Window

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3. Click Manage wireless networks in the Control Panel Home side panel to open the Manage

Wireless Networks window.

4. Click Add to open the Manually Connect to a Wireless Network window.

Figure 23: Manually Connect to a Wireless Network Window

5. Click Manually create a network profile to open another Manually Connect to a Wireless Network

window.

Figure 24: Manually Connect to a Wireless Network Window

6. Enter the SBG6580 wireless network name or SSID (MOTOROLA-##### or

SBG6580-2-#####) for your SBG6580 in the Network name field. Do one of the following:

The SSID is listed on the gateway label on the bottom of your SBG6580.

Note: You have the option to customize your wireless network name or SSID after

you have set up your wireless network connection for the first time. See Change the

Wireless Network Name (SSID) for more information.

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7. Select the wireless Security level for your wireless network from the Security type

drop-down list.

Note: WPA2-Personal is the recommended wireless security level for your wireless

home network. It is the default security level for the SBG6580 and is also the highest

security level available.

8. Select the password encryption type from the Encryption type drop-down list. This is used

for securing your wireless network.

 TKIP – Temporal Key Integrity Protocol

 AES – Advanced Encryption Standard (recommended). AES is the default encryption

type for the SBG6580.

9. Enter a Security code or passphrase for your wireless network password in the Security

Key field.

You can use the WI-FI SECURITY KEY listed on the SBG6580 gateway label or create your

own personal password.

Note: Remember to use a unique combination of letters, numbers, and characters to

create a more secure password. See Prevent Unauthorized Access for more

information.

10. Select Hide characters to prevent your Security Key or password from displaying in the

field.

11. Select Start this connection automatically so that your wireless devices will automatically

connect to your wireless network upon login.

12. Click Next to complete the wireless network setup.

The Successfully added <Network name> message for your new wireless network should

appear.

13. Click Close to exit.

Test Your Wireless Network Connection

Perform the following connectivity test to check that wireless connections were established

for the SBG6580 and other wireless devices on your home network:

1. Check if your wireless devices successfully connected to your wireless network, then

disconnect the Ethernet cable on your computer and SBG6580.

2. Open a web browser on your computer.

3. Type a valid URL (such as www.surfboard.com) in the address bar, and press Enter.

If the website fails to open, please contact your service provider or call ARRIS Technical

Support at 1-877-466-8646 for assistance.

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Connect Your WPS-Enabled Wireless Devices

You can use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Pairing button on the SBG6580 to connect your

WPS-enabled wireless devices. WPS automatically assigns a random wireless network name

(SSID) and Wi-Fi Security Key (password) to the SBG6580 and your other WPS-enabled

wireless devices to connect to your wireless home network.

Note: To use the WPS Pairing button option, your computer hardware must support WPS and

also have WPA security compatibility.

1. Power ON your SBG6580 and other WPS-enabled wireless devices that you want to

connect to your wireless home network.

2. Press and hold the WPS button located on the front of the SBG6580 for five to 10 seconds

and then release (see Front Panel).

3. If applicable, press the WPS button on your WPS-enabled computer or other WPS-enabled

wireless device.

4. Repeat step 3 for each additional WPS-enabled wireless device that you want to connect

to your wireless home network.

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Chapter 6

Using the Gateway Web Manager

Use the SBG6580 Web Manager to view and monitor the configuration settings and

operational status of your SBG6580. You can also configure your network connections and

wireless security settings. See Protecting & Monitoring Your Wireless Network for more

information.

Note: If you did not purchase your gateway from a retail store, you may notice a few

blocked configuration settings in the SBG6580 Web Manager that cannot be modified.

This may be due to some restrictions set up by your service provider to prevent

unauthorized changes to certain configuration parameters.

Start the Gateway Web Manager

Note: The procedures and graphics in this section apply to the SBG6580 and SBG6580-2

models. Where applicable, specific information for any SBG6580-2 differences (labeled

) is provided.

1. Open a web browser (such as Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari) on the

computer connected to the SBG6580.

2. Type the default LAN IP address, 192.168.0.1, in the Address bar and then press Enter.

The SBG6580 Login screen displays (see Figure 25). For the SBG6580-2 Login screen, see

Figure 26.

Note: You must enter the default username and password to log in to the SBG6580

Web Manager for the first time.

3. Type the following default username and password to log in to the SBG6580 Web

Manager. Both entries are case-sensitive.

 Username: admin

 Password: motorola

Figure 25: SBG6580 Gateway Login Screen

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 For the SBG6580-2, type the following default username and password to log in to the

SBG6580-2 Web Manager. Both entries are case-sensitive.

 Username: admin

 Password: password

Figure 26: SBG6580-2 Gateway Login Screen

4. Click Login to open the web manager.

The Login Alerts screen displays when you log in using the default username and

password.

Figure 27: SBG6580-2 Login Alerts Screen

Note: It is highly recommended that you change the username and password for

network security purposes. You can use either the Quick Start Wizard (see Launch the

SBG6580 Quick Start Wizard) or the SBG6580 Web Manager (see Change the Default

Username and Password for more information).

Note: If the default username and password are not working, your service provider

may have to set up alternate login credentials. Please contact your service provider

or ARRIS Technical Support for assistance.

5. Click Close to exit.

The SBG6580 Main screen displays.

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Figure 28: SBG6580 Web Manager Main Screen

Figure 29: SBG6580-2 Web Manager Main Screen

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Gateway Web Manager Menu Options

Main Menu Buttons

The SBG6580 main menu buttons are displayed along the top of the SBG6580 Web Manager

screen. To display the drop-down submenu options, click the menu button.

Figure 30: SBG6580 Web Manager Menu Buttons

Figure 31: SBG6580-2 Web Manager Menu Buttons

Main Menu Links

The SBG6580 main menu and related submenu option links are displayed along the bottom of

the SBG6580 Web Manager screen. To open a submenu option, click the link.

Figure 32: SBG6580 Web Manager Menu Links

Figure 33: SBG6580-2 Web Manager Menu Links

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Table 4. SBG6580 Web Manager Main Menu Options

Menu Option

Function

Home

Displays the Quick Start Wizard main screen.

Status

Provides information about the gateway hardware and software, MAC

address, gateway IP address, serial number, and related information.

Additional screens provide diagnostic tools and also allow you to

change your gateway user name and password.

Basic

Configures the gateway IP-related configuration data, including

Network Configuration, WAN Connection Type, DHCP, and DDNS.

Advanced

Controls Internet protocols which configure and monitor how the

gateway routes IP traffic on the SBG6580.

Wireless

Configures and monitors the gateway wireless networking features.

Firewall

Configures and monitors the gateway firewall.

Help

Provides general information to help you set up your home network.

Logout

Closes the SBG6580 Web Manager.

Get Help

You can choose any of the following three options to obtain help information for any SBG6580

Web Manager function. General help information is available for any SBG6580 menu option

when you click the Help button on that page.

 Overview Help

 Help Links

 Field Level Help

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Overview Help

General help information is available when you click Help, Overview on the SBG6580 menu

bar.

Figure 34: SBG6580 Help Overview Screen

Help Links

Provides a concise list of your gateway configuration settings with applicable links for easy

access when you click Help, About on the SBG6580 menu bar. Each link opens the related

configuration screen.

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Figure 35: SBG6580 Help About Screen

Field Level Help

More specific help information is available throughout the web manager for field level help

when you click Help located to the right of the applicable field.

Figure 36: SBG6580 Field Level Help

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Exit the SBG6580 Web Manager

To log out and close the SBG6580 Web Manager:

 Click Logout located in the upper right corner of the screen above the SBG6580 menu bar

buttons.

Figure 37: SBG6580 Web Manager Logout Button

Figure 38: SBG6580-2 Web Manager Logout Button

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Chapter 7

Configuring Your Wireless Network

The SBG6580 supports a secure method for setting up multiple wireless access points on your

home network. This enables you to designate a separate guest access point on your wireless

network for visitors, friends, or other family members without giving them access to your

content or other network devices on your primary network.

Set Up Your Wireless Primary Network

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Wireless on the SBG6580 menu bar or menu link.

2. Click Primary Network Settings from the Wireless submenu options.

Figure 39: SBG6580 Wireless Primary Network Settings Screen

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Figure 40: SBG6580-2 Wireless Primary Network Settings Screen

3. Select Enabled or Disabled in the Wireless Network field to turn ON or OFF wireless

networking on your home network.

4. Do one of the following to set the network name for your wireless network in the Network

Name (SSID) field:

 Keep the default network name listed in the field (also listed on the gateway label).

 Enter a new network name for your wireless primary network.

 The wireless network name cannot be the same name as any other SSID on your home

network. You can use any combination of letters (lowercase and uppercase), numbers,

and/or special characters (symbols) up to a maximum of 32 characters.

5. Select Enabled or Disabled in the Network Name (SSID) Broadcast field to turn ON or OFF

displaying your SSID as an available wireless network to outside users.

When enabled, your SSID is visible and also available to unauthorized wireless users that

are within range of your home network to connect to it.

 For the SBG6580-2, select Enabled or Disabled in the AP Isolate field to allow or prevent

the wireless computers and other wireless network devices connected on your wireless

network to communicate with each other.

6. Select one of the following wireless network security options for your wireless gateway

from the Wireless Security drop-down list:

 WPA2-PSK: Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2 with Pre-Shared Key (recommended).

 WPA2-PSK + WPA-PSK: combination Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2 with Pre-Shared

Key and Wi-Fi Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key.

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 Unencrypted: Network security is not set for your wireless network. This network

security option allows access to your wireless network without a Wi-Fi Security Key

(network password).

 WPA-PSK: Wi-Fi Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key; standard encryption.

 WPA2 (Enterprise): Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2 provides additional network

security and requires a user name and password for network logon.

 WPA2 + WPA (Enterprise): combination Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2 and Wi-Fi

Protected Access provides additional network security and requires a user name and

password for logging onto your wireless network.

 For the SBG6580-2, WEP: Wired Equivalent Privacy; older network security standard

(not recommended).

7. Choose the wireless network encryption type for your wireless network in the Encryption

field:

 AES: Advanced Encryption Standard: Provides the strongest encryption

(recommended).

 AES+TKIP: Advanced Encryption Standard and Temporal Key Integrity Protocol.

Allows both AES and TKIP-capable clients to connect to your wireless network.

8. Enter your wireless network password in the Passphrase field.

You can use any combination of letters, numbers, and/or special characters for your

network password.

9. Click Apply, if you are done or if you want to continue with the WPS Automatic Security

Configuration section (see below) to set up WPS on your home network so that you can

connect your WPS-enabled wireless devices.

Set Up WPS on Your Wireless Network

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Wireless on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click Primary Network Settings from the Wireless submenu options to open the Wireless

Primary Network Settings screen.

3. Scroll down to the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Automatic Security Configuration

section.

Figure 41: SBG6580 WPS Setup Screen

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Figure 42: SBG6580-2 WPS Setup Screen

4. Select Enabled in the WPS field to turn ON the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) network

security on your home network and then continue with step 5.

- or -

Select Disabled in the WPS field to turn OFF the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) network

security on your home network and then proceed to step 6 to exit.

5. Select one of the following WPS Pairing methods to connect or pair your WPS-enabled

wireless devices onto your wireless network:

 Push Button: Press the WPS button on the SBG6580 to start the WPS pairing process

with the WPS-enabled wireless device you want to connect to your home network.

Repeat for each additional WPS-enabled wireless device.

 Gateway PIN

Either enter the PIN number listed in the WPS Add Client field or click Generate PIN to

create a new numeric PIN (password) for logging onto your home network.

 For the SBG6580-2, select Allow or Deny (recommended) from the Configure by

External Registrar drop-down list to set the Gateway PIN method for pairing your

WPS-enabled wireless devices.

Note: The Gateway PIN method is not recommended. It should be disabled to

protect your wireless network from possible outside attacks, such as viruses and

hackers.

 Client PIN: Enter your PIN number (numeric password) for your WPS-enabled wireless

device in the WPS Add Client field and then click Add.

6. Click Apply, when done.

Set Up a Wireless Guest Network

You can set up a wireless guest network on your home network to allow Internet access to

certain family members, friends, or visitors. This provides protection for your wireless primary

network and personal information which prevents you from having to share your wireless

network password to other users.

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Note: This feature may be disabled on your SBG6580. Some service providers or cable

operators do not allow for wireless guest networks on their gateway devices.

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Wireless on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click Guest Network Settings from the Wireless submenu options.

Figure 43: SBG6580 Wireless Guest Network Settings Screen

Figure 44: SBG6580-2 Wireless Guest Network Settings Screen

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3. Select the guest network from the Selected Guest Network drop-down list.

4. Select Enabled or Disabled in the Guest Network field to turn ON or OFF the selected

wireless guest network.

5. Do one of the following to set the network name for your wireless guest network in the

Guest Network Name (SSID) field:

 Keep the default Motorola or SBG6580-2 guest network name listed in the field (also

listed on the gateway label).

 Enter a new name for your wireless guest network. See Change the Wireless Network

Name (SSID) for more information.

The wireless network name cannot be the same name as any other network name (SSID)

on your home network. You can use any combination of letters (lowercase and

uppercase), numbers, and/or special characters (symbols) up to 32 characters maximum.

6. Select LAN or Guest from the IP Network drop-down list.

 LAN – Configures the guest network to be part of your primary network and allow

guest users to connect to your primary network

 Guest – Configures the guest network as a secondary network that is not part of your

primary network. It does not allow guest users to connect to your primary network.

 For the SBG6580-2, select Enabled or Disabled in the AP Isolate field to allow or prevent

the wireless computers and other wireless network devices connected on your wireless

network to communicate with each other.

7. Enter the SBG6580 IP address for the Guest network in the IP Address field.

8. Enter the starting IP address for the range of IP addresses for the guest network lease pool

in the Lease Pool Starting IP Address field.

The SBG6580 assigns these IP addresses to the wireless devices on your guest network.

9. Enter the ending IP address for the range of IP addresses for the guest network lease pool

in the Lease Pool Ending IP Address field.

10. Enter the amount of time (in seconds) that an IP address will be available to a device on

your guest network in the Lease Time field.

11. Select Enabled or Disabled in the UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) Enable field to allow or

block any network devices, such as computers, smart phones, tablets, gaming devices, or

printers to automatically connect to your wireless network.

12. Select Enabled or Disabled in the Firewall Enable field to turn ON or OFF the gateway

firewall.

13. Select Enabled or Disabled in the DHCPv6 Server field to allow or prevent the DHCPv6

server to send leases to the guest network clients from the guest network lease pool you

specified earlier.

Note: If the DHCP server is disabled, you must assign static IP addresses to the guest

network (STAs).

14. Select one of the following wireless network security options for your guest network from

the Wireless Security drop-down list:

 WPA2-PSK: Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2 with Pre-Shared Key (recommended)

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 WPA2-PSK + WPA-PSK: combination Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2 with Pre-Shared

Key and Wi-Fi Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key

 WPA-PSK: Wi-Fi Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key, standard encryption

 Unencrypted: Turns off network security

15. Click Apply, when done.

Change the Wireless Network Name (SSID)

The SSID (Service Set Identification) is the wireless network name assigned to your SBG6580

wireless primary and guest networks. The default SSID which is listed on the gateway label is

automatically populated in the network configuration screens. A list of SSIDs of available

wireless networks in close proximity of your home (for example, neighbors or local

businesses) will display when you or someone else in your home attempt to establish a

wireless network connection. For security purposes and quick recognition of your wireless

network, it is highly recommended that you change the default SSID. You should also consider

changing the default wireless password or passphrase (see Prevent Unauthorized Access for

more information).

Note: When you change the SSID, any wireless devices that are already connected to

your wireless network will be disconnected from the network. You will have to reconnect

your wireless devices to the wireless network using the new SSID.

Do the following to change your wireless network name (SSID):

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Wireless on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click Primary Network Settings from the Wireless submenu options to open the Primary

Wireless Network screen.

Figure 45: SBG6580 Change Your Network Name (SSID) and Password Screen

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Figure 46: SBG6580-2 Change Your Network Name (SSID) and Password Screen

3. Make sure Enabled is selected in the Wireless Network field.

This turns ON wireless networking on your home network.

4. Delete the current network name in the Network Name (SSID) field and then enter a new

name for your wireless network.

You can use any combination of up to 32 alphanumeric characters for the network name.

5. Select Enabled or Disabled in the Network Name (SSID) Broadcast field to turn ON or OFF

displaying your SSID as an available wireless network to outside users.

6. Delete the current wireless network password (passphrase) in the Passphrase field and

then enter a new network password.

See Prevent Unauthorized Access for more information on creating network passwords.

7. Click Apply at the bottom of the screen.

The new wireless network name should appear in the list of available wireless networks when

you reconnect your wireless devices.

Change the Wireless Channel

Network interference may occur at any time when using a wireless network connection. This

may be caused by other wireless access points that are using the same wireless channel as

your SBG6580 and are also operating within close proximity in your home. When experiencing

wireless network interference, changing the wireless channel on the SBG6580 can improve

network connectivity (or signal strength) and also help to prevent network interference. The

default Wireless Channel on the SBG6580 is set to Auto.

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Do the following to change the wireless channel on the SBG6580:

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Wireless on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar or menu

link.

2. Click 802.11 Radio from the Wireless submenu options to open the Wireless 802.11 Radio

screen.

Figure 47: SBG6580 Wireless 802.11 Radio Screen

3. Select Enabled or Disabled from the Wireless Radio Enable drop-down list to turn ON or

OFF the Wi-Fi Radio on the SBG6580.

4. Select the Wi-Fi signal strength for your home network from the Output Power drop-down

list:

 100% (full power)

 75%

 50%

 25%

5. Select 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz for the Wi-Fi frequency band for your home network in the Band

Selection field.

6. Select the wireless networking mode in the 802.11 Mode drop-down list:

 b only

 b/g

 g/n

 b/g/n (default for 2.4 GHz wireless networks)

 n only

7. Select the data transfer rate for your SBG6580 in the Bandwidth drop-down list:

 20 MHz (default)

 40 MHz

8. Select a channel number from the Channel drop-down list that is different from the

channel number listed as the Current Channel.

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Note: It is recommended that you use Channel 1, 6, or 11, if it is not listed as the

Current Channel. In the Wi-Fi spectrum, there are multiple channels that overlap and

thus degrade wireless network performance. Channels 1, 6, and 11 are used for

better network performance and stability because they do not overlap.

9. Click Apply, when done.

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Protecting & Monitoring Your Wireless Network

After you have successfully connected the SBG6580 Wireless Gateway and your wireless

devices, you should configure the SBG6580 to protect your wireless network from unwanted

and unauthorized access by any wireless devices within range of your wireless network.

Although network security for the SBG6580 is already configured, you can use the SBG6580

Web Manager to set the level of security and access that you want to allow on your wireless

network.

Prevent Unauthorized Access

Caution: To prevent unauthorized access and configuration to your wireless network, we

highly recommend that you immediately change the default user name and password after

connecting to the Internet and logging on to the SBG6580 for the first time.

One of the most important recommendations for securing your wireless home network is to

change the default administrator password on your SBG6580 and other wireless devices as

well. Default passwords are commonly used and shared on the Internet.

To ensure that your wireless home network is secure, it is recommended that you follow

these best practices for user passwords:

 Always create a secure password or pass phrase that is not easily guessed.

 Use phrases instead of names so that it may be easier for you to remember.

 Use a combination of upper and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.

 Continue to change your administrator password on a regular basis.

Note: If your service provider supplied the SBG6580 Wireless Gateway, you may not have the

necessary user permissions to change the login user name.

Change the Default Username and Password

1. Log in to the SBG6580 Web Manager from any web browser on the computer connected

to the SBG6580.

2. Type the default LAN IP address, 192.168.0.1, in the Address bar and then press Enter.

The SBG6580 Login screen displays (see Figure 48).

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3. Type the default (see below) or current username and password to log in to the SBG6580

Web Manager. Both entries are case-sensitive.

 Username: admin

 Password: motorola

Figure 48: SBG6580 Gateway Login Screen

 For the SBG6580-2, type the default (see below) or current username and password to

 Username: admin

 Password: password

Figure 49: SBG6580-2 Gateway Login Screen

4. Click Login to open the SBG6580 Web Manager.

The SBG6580 Main screen displays.

Note: If the Login Alerts screen displays, click Close to exit.

5. Click Status on the SBG6580 Web Manager menu bar.

6. Click Security to display the Status Security screen (see Figure 50).

7. Confirm that Change Username is displayed in the drop-down selection box at the top of

the screen.

8. Complete each field entry, but note the following:

 All fields are case-sensitive.

 Current username is either your default username or your new username.

 Make sure No is selected for Restore Factory Defaults before clicking Apply.

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Figure 50: Status Security-Change Username Screen

9. Click Apply to update your user name.

10. Click Change Username drop-down arrow at the top of the screen to display Change

Password.

Figure 51: Change User Password Screen

11. Complete each field entry, but note the following:

 All fields are case-sensitive.

 Username is your new user name, if you changed it.

 Current password is either your default password or your last password change.

 Find a secure place to write down and store your new user name and password.

 Make sure No is selected for Restore Factory Defaults.

12. Click Apply to update your password.

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Note: If your service provider supplied the SBG6580 Wireless Gateway, you may not have

the necessary user privileges to change the login user name.

If, at any time, you lose your new user name and/or password, you will have to perform a

factory reset using the Reset button on the rear of the SBG6580 (see Reset Button for more

information). This will restore the factory defaults on your SBG6580 and allow you to log

on to the SBG6580 Web Manager using the default username and password.

Set Up Firewall Protection

You can set up firewall filters and firewall alert notifications on your home network. You can

also block Java Applets, Cookies, ActiveX controls, popup windows, Proxies, and website

access.

To set the Firewall Protection level:

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Firewall on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click Protection Level from the Firewall submenu options to open the Firewall Protection

Level screen.

Figure 52: Firewall Protection Level Screen

3. Click the Firewall Protection Setting drop-down button to select the firewall protection

level.

Available Firewall protection levels:

 Off – No security, highest risk

Note: Selecting Off will disable firewall protection on your home network. Your

computer(s) and other Ethernet-enabled devices on your network will be at risk

for possible attacks from viruses and hackers.

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 Low – Common security, higher risk

 Medium – Safer configuration, modest risk

Figure 53: Firewall Protection Level – Medium Screen

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 High – Safest configuration, highest security

Figure 54: Firewall Protection Level – High Screen

4. Select the firewall settings for your gateway firewall.

5. Click Apply, when done.

Set Up Parental Controls

You can set up the following Parental Controls on your home network:

 Allow or block access to specific Internet sites.

 Allow or block access to specific MAC addresses.

 Set time limitations for computer usage or Internet access

Note: Any Parental Control filters that do not have assigned ports will apply to all ports. This

also applies to MAC addresses.

You can also link each user on your home network to specific rules for login, time-access, and

content filtering.

To set Parental Controls:

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Firewall on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click Parental Control from the Firewall submenu options to open the Firewall Parental

Control screen.

Note: Before setting up any Parental Control filters, you must first set the time zone on

your SBG6580 for your current location.

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Figure 55: Parental Control-Change Time Zone Screen

3. Click Current Time Zone drop-down button to select your time zone.

4. Select Yes or No to automatically adjust the time for Daylight Saving Time.

5. Click Apply to set the time zone.

6. Click Create to continue setting up Parental Controls.

Figure 56: Create Parental Controls Screen

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7. Enter a name for the user profile that you want to create in the Description field.

8. Enter the 12-digit (hexadecimal) MAC address of the device for which you are creating

Parental Controls in the MAC Address field.

9. Enter the web address of the Internet site that you want to block or access.

10. Enter the Starting port number of the in the Start Port field.

11. Enter the Ending port number of the in the End Port field.

12. Select the days of the week that you want to allow the selected user to access the

Internet.

13. Select the time range that you want to allow the selected user to access the Internet.

14. Select to Allow or Block Internet access for the time and days you set previously.

15. Select On or Off in the Enabled field to enable or disable this Parental Control restriction.

16. Click Apply, when done.

Set Up IP Filtering

You can use IP Filtering to configure Internet access restrictions on specific network devices on

your home network using their IP addresses. You will have to create IP address filters that

contain the starting and ending IP address range of each device for which you want to block

Internet access.

To configure IP filters:

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Advanced on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click IP Filtering from the Advanced submenu options to open the Advanced IP Filtering

screen.

Figure 57: Set Up IP Filters Screen

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3. Enter the least significant byte of the starting IP address for the range you are setting up in

the Start Address field.

4. Enter the least significant byte of the ending IP address for the range you are setting up in

the End Address field.

5. Select Enabled to activate the IP address filter.

6. Repeat steps 3 thru 5 for each additional range of IP addresses that you want to block

Internet access.

7. Click Apply to create your IP filters.

Set Up MAC Filtering

MAC filtering allows you to define up to twenty Media Access Control (MAC) address filters to

prevent computers from sending outgoing TCP/UDP traffic to the WAN via their MAC

addresses. This is useful because the MAC address of a specific NIC card never changes, unlike

its IP address, which can be assigned via the DHCP server or hard-coded to various addresses

over time.

To configure MAC filters:

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Advanced on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click MAC Filtering from the Advanced submenu options to open the Advanced MAC

Filters screen.

Figure 58: Set Up MAC Filters Screen

3. Enter the MAC address for the computer you want to block in the MAC Address field.

4. Click Add MAC Address.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 to add up to 20 MAC addresses.

5. Click on the MAC address in the MAC Address list that you want to delete from the list.

6. Click Remove MAC Address.

Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each additional MAC Address that you want to delete.

7. Click Clear All button to delete all MAC addresses from the MAC Address list.

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Set Up Port Filtering

You can use Port filtering to define port filters to prevent all network devices from sending

outgoing TCP/UDP traffic to the WAN on specific IP ports. By specifying a starting and ending

port range, you can determine what TCP/UDP traffic is allowed out to the WAN on a per-port

basis.

Note: The specified port ranges are blocked for ALL computers, and this setting is not IP

address or MAC address specific. For example, if you wanted to block all computers on

your home network from accessing HTTP sites (or web surfing), you would create the

following port filter.

 Set Start Port to 80

 Set End Port to 80

 Set Protocol to TCP

 Select Enabled

To configure Port filters:

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Advanced on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click Port Filtering from the Advanced submenu options to open the Advanced Port

Filtering screen.

3. Enter the starting port number of the Port Filtering range in the Start Port field.

4. Enter the ending port number of the Port Filtering range in the End Port field.

5. Select TCP, UDP, or BOTH from the drop-down Protocol list.

6. Select Enabled to activate the selected IP port filters. Otherwise, leave unchecked.

7. Click Apply to create your port filters.

Figure 59: Advanced Port Filtering Screen

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Set Up Port Triggers

You can use Port Triggers to configure dynamic triggers to specific devices on your home

network (LAN). This allows special applications that require specific port numbers with bi-

directional traffic to function properly. Applications such as video conferencing, voice, gaming,

and some messaging program features may require these special settings.

Note: If you enable the firewall and set up custom port triggers, then you must set the firewall

protection level to Low or Off to allow traffic through those custom ports. See Set Up Firewall

Protection for more information.

To configure Port Triggers:

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Advanced on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click Port Triggers from the Advanced submenu options to open the Advanced Port

Triggers screen.

Figure 60: Advanced Port Triggers Screen

3. Click Create Port Triggers button to open the Add Port Triggering Entry screen.

Figure 61: Advanced Add Port Triggers Screen

4. Enter the starting port number for the port to be triggered in the Trigger Start Port field.

5. Enter the ending port number for the port to be triggered in the Trigger End Port field.

6. Enter the starting port number of the Port Trigger range in the Target Start Port field.

7. Enter the ending port number of the Port Trigger range in the Target End Port field.

8. Select TCP, UDP, or BOTH from the Internet Protocol drop-down list.

9. Enter a unique name for the port in the Description field.

10. Select On to enable IP port triggers or Off to disable them.

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11. Click Apply to create your port triggers.

12. Repeat steps 3 thru 11 for each additional port trigger that you want to create.

Set Up Port Forwarding

You can use Port Forwarding to set up a computer or other network device on your home

network (LAN) to be accessible to computers or other remote network devices on the

Internet. This allows you to open specific ports behind the firewall on your LAN to set up

dedicated connections between your computer and other remote computers for online

gaming or other online services. Some allowable services are predefined under the Commonly

Forwarded Ports. See Figure 64 for a sample list of commonly used port numbers.

Note: It is recommended that you manually configure the TCP/IP settings listed below on the

computer you are setting up for remote access. Otherwise, remote access to your computer

will not be available on the Internet.

 IP address

 Subnet mask

 Default gateway

 DNS address (at least one)

To set up Port Forwarding:

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Advanced on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click Port Forwarding from the Advanced submenu options to open the Port Forwarding

screen.

Figure 62: Port Forwarding Screen

3. Click Create IPv4 button to open the Port Forwarding IPv4 Entry screen.

Note: To map a port, you would enter the range of port numbers that you want

forwarded locally and the IP address for sending traffic to those ports. If you only

want a single port specification, enter the same port number in the start and end

locations for that IP address.

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Figure 63: Add Forwarded Ports Screen

4. Do one of the following to set up the External IP Address:

 Keep the IP Address set at 0.0.0.0 in the External IP Address field and then enter the

port number in the Start Port field. Repeat the same port number in the End Port field.

This allows incoming data traffic on the specified ports from any remote IP address.

 Enter a specific remote IP address of your choice in the External IP Address field and

then enter the specific port numbers in the Start and End Port fields.

This allows incoming data traffic on the specified ports from only one remote IP

address.

Note: To forward a range of ports, enter the first number of the port range in the

Start Port field and the last number of the port range in the End Port field.

5. Do the following to set up your Local IP Address:

a. Enter the IP address of your local computer that you are setting up for port

forwarding.

b. Enter the port number of your choice in the Start Port field (see the Commonly

Forwarded Ports drop-down list).

c. Repeat the same port number in the End Port field (see Figure 63 or Figure 64 for the

Commonly Forwarded Ports drop-down list).

Note: To forward a range of ports, enter the first number of the port range in the

Local Start Port field and the last number of the port range in the local End Port

field.

6. Enter a description to name the forwarded port you are creating.

7. Select TCP, UDP, or BOTH from the Internet Protocol drop-down list.

8. Select On to enable port forwarding or Off to disable it.

9. Click Apply.

10. Repeat steps 3 thru 9 for each additional forwarded port that you want to create.

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Figure 64: Commonly Used Forwarded Ports List

Note: To map a port, you would enter the range of port numbers that you want

forwarded locally and the IP address for sending traffic to those ports. If you only

want a single port specification, enter the same port number in the start and end

locations for that IP address.

Figure 65: Forwarded Ports Screen

11. Click Apply, when done.

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Set Up the DMZ Host

WARNING! The gaming DMZ host is not protected by the SBG6580 firewall. It is exposed to

the Internet and thus vulnerable to attacks or hacking from any computer on the Internet.

Consider carefully before configuring a device to be in the DMZ.

You can configure one computer on your home network to be the DMZ Host. That computer

will operate outside of the SBG6580 firewall and allow remote access from the Internet to

your computer, gaming device, or other IP-enabled device. The DMZ Host feature will only

allow outside users to have direct access to the designated DMZ Host device and not your

home network.

To create the DMZ Host:

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Advanced on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click DMZ Host from the Advanced submenu options to open the DMZ Host screen.

Figure 66: Advanced DMZ Host Screen

3. Enter the last one to three digits (from 2 to 254) of the IP address of the computer or

gaming device that you are setting up as the DMZ host.

4. Click Apply.

Note: Remember to reset the IP address back to 0 (zero) to close all the ports when you are

finished with the needed application. If you do not reset the IP address, that computer will be

exposed to the public Internet.

Set Up Firewall Event Log Notifications

When a firewall attack is detected on your home network, a separate email alert notification

is generated and a local log or report of the event is created. You can set up automatic email

alert notifications for whenever a firewall attack is detected on the SBG6580.

To set up Firewall Event Log notifications:

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Firewall on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click Local Log from the Firewall submenu options to open the Firewall Local Log screen.

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Figure 67: Firewall Local Log Screen

3. Enter your email address in the Contact Email Address field.

4. Enter the name of the email server in the SMTP Server Name field. Check with your service

or email provider.

5. Enter the user name for your email account.

6. Enter the password for your email account.

7. Select Enable checkbox in the E-mail Alerts field to allow for automatic Email alerts.

8. Click Apply, when done.

Store Remote Firewall Logs

You can store firewall attack reports or logs on a computer in your home, so that multiple

instances can be logged over a period of time. You can select individual attack or configuration

items to send to the SysLog server, so that only the items of interest will be monitored.

Note: The SysLog server must be on the same network as the Private LAN behind the

Configuration Manager (typically 192.168.0.x).

To store remote Firewall logs:

1. From the SBG6580 Web Manager, click Firewall on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click Remote Log from the Firewall submenu options to open the Firewall Remote Log

screen.

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Figure 68: Firewall Remote Log Screen

3. Select all desired event types that you want to monitor.

This will activate the SysLog monitoring feature.

4. Enter the last digits from 2 to 254 of the SysLog server’s IP address.

Note: Normally, the IP address of this SysLog server is hard-coded so that the address

always matches the entry on this page.

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Managing Your Gateway and Connected Networks

You can use the SBG6580 Web Manager to view and monitor the network configuration

settings and operational status of your wireless gateway. You can also configure your network

connections and wireless security settings. See Protecting & Monitoring Your Wireless

Network for more information.

View the Gateway Status Using the Device Status

Button

You can use the Device Status button on the SBG6580-2 Login screen to obtain a quick view of

the current configuration and network connection status of your SBG6580-2 without having to

1. Open any web browser on the computer connected to the SBG6580.

2. Type the default LAN IP address, 192.168.0.1, in the Address bar and then press Enter.

The SBG6580-2 Login screen displays.

Figure 69: SBG6580-2 Device Status Button

3. Click Device Status button to open the SBG6580-2 Device Status screen (see Figure 70).

4. Click Close to exit.

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Figure 70: SBG6580-2 Device Status Screen

View the Gateway Product Information

The Status Product Information screen displays general product information, including the

software (or firmware) version and the current network connection status of the gateway.

To open the Status Product Information page:

1. Click Status on the SBG6580 Main Menu bar.

2. Click Product Information from the Status submenu options.

3. Click the Refresh button (F5) in your web browser to reload the information on the screen.

Figure 71: SBG6580 Status – Product Information Screen

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Figure 72: SBG6580-2 Status – Product Information Screen

View the Gateway Network Connection Status

The Status Connection screen displays information about the RF upstream and downstream

channels, including downstream channel frequency, upstream channel ID, and upstream and

downstream signal power and modulation.

This screen also displays IP lease information including the current IP address of the cable

modem, the duration of both leases, the expiration time of both leases, and the current

system time from the DOCSIS time server.

To open the Status Connection screen:

1. Click Status on the SBG6580 Main Menu.

2. Click Connection from the Status submenu options.

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Figure 73: SBG6580 Status Connection Screen

Back Up Your Gateway Configuration

You can save a backup copy of the current configuration settings to your local computer. You

can use the backup file to restore your custom settings in the event that you made changes

that you no longer want.

Caution: We highly recommend that you perform the configuration backup using the

SBG6580 default login username and password.

To create a backup copy of your configuration settings:

1. Click Basic on the SBG6580 Main Menu.

2. Click Backup and Restore from the Basic submenu options.

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Figure 74: SBG6580 Backup and Restore Screen

3. Click Choose File and type the path and file name where you want to store the backup file

on your computer, or search for an existing configuration file that you want to update.

4. Click Backup to create a backup file of your SBG6580 configuration settings.

Restore Your Gateway Configuration Settings

WARNING! This action will delete your current gateway configuration settings and allow you

to restore a previously saved configuration.

Note: After the gateway configuration settings are restored, the SBG6580 will automatically

reboot and you will have to log in using the default username (admin) and password

(motorola).

 For the SBG6580-2, log in using the default username (admin) and password

(password).

1. Click Basic on the SBG6580 Main Menu.

2. Click Backup and Restore from the Basic submenu options.

Figure 75: SBG6580 Backup and Restore Screen

3. Click Choose File and type the path and file name where you want to store the backup file

on your computer, or search for an existing configuration file that you want to update.

4. Click Restore. The SBG6580 will automatically reboot.

Reset Your Gateway Settings

WARNING! This process also deletes any custom SBG6580 configurations you may have

already created. We recommend that you create a backup copy of your configuration before

resetting the SBG6580. See Back Up Your Gateway Configuration for more information.

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From the SBG6580 Web Manager, do the following to open the Status Security screen:

1. Click Status on the SBG6580 Main Menu.

2. Click Security from the Status submenu options.

Figure 76: SBG6580 Restore Factory Defaults Screen

3. Select Yes under Restore Factory Defaults.

4. Click Apply to reset the default username and password and restore the original

configuration.

The message, This action will restore factory default settings. Please reboot the modem

for new settings to take effect, displays.

5. Click OK.

6. Click Status on the SBG6580 Main Menu.

7. Click Configuration from the Status submenu options to display the Status Configuration

screen.

8. Click Reboot.

9. Log back in using the default username and password.

 Username: admin

 Password: motorola

 For the SBG6580-2, log back in using the default username and password.

 Username: admin

 Password: password

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Chapter 10

Troubleshooting Tips

If the solutions listed in this section do not solve your problem, contact your service provider

for assistance.

Your service provider may ask for the status of the LEDs as described in Front Panel LED Icons

and Error Conditions (page 78).

You may have to reset the SBG6580 gateway configuration to its original factory settings if the

gateway is not functioning properly.

Solutions

Table 5. Troubleshooting Solutions

Gateway Problem

Possible Solution

POWER LED Icon is OFF

 Check the power connection on the gateway and to the

electrical outlet.

 Check that the electrical outlet is working. Is the outlet

controlled by a light switch?

If so, disconnect the gateway power cord and connect it

to another electrical outlet that is not controlled by a

wall light switch.

Cannot Send or

Receive Data

 Check each end of the coaxial cable connection on the

gateway and cable outlet. Hand tighten each connector,

if necessary.

 Check the Ethernet cable to make sure it is properly

connected to the gateway and computer.

 Check the status of the LED icons on the front panel and

then refer to Front Panel LED Icons and Error Conditions

to identify the problem.

 If you have cable television service, check your television

to ensure your cable service is operating properly.

 If none of the above solutions resolves the problem,

contact your service provider or call ARRIS Technical

Support at 1-877-466-8646 for assistance.

Cannot Access the

Internet

 Check that all cable and power connections on your

gateway and computer are properly connected.

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Gateway Problem

Possible Solution

Cannot Access the

Internet (Continued)

 Check that the Power, Online, and Wireless LED icons on

the front panel are lit up solid.

 Contact your service provider for assistance.

Wireless devices cannot

send or receive data

 If the problem still persists after checking the coaxial

cable and Ethernet connections and your IP address,

check the Wireless Security Mode setting on the Wireless

Primary Network screen.

 If you enabled WPA and configured a passphrase on the

gateway, be sure each affected wireless client has the

identical passphrase. If this does not solve the problem,

check if the wireless client supports WPA.

 If you enabled WEP and configured a key on the gateway,

be sure each affected wireless client has the identical

WEP key. If this does not solve the problem, check

whether the client’s wireless adapter supports the type

of WEP key configured on the gateway.

Front Panel LED Icons and Error Conditions

The SBG6580 front panel LED icons provide status information for the following error

conditions:

Table 6. Front Panel LED Icons and Error Conditions

LED Icon

Status

If, During Start up:

If, During Normal Operation

OFF

Gateway is not properly

plugged into the electrical

outlet

wireless gateway is unplugged

BLINKING

Downstream receive channel

cannot be acquired

Downstream channel is lost

BLINKING

Upstream send channel

cannot be acquired

Upstream channel is lost

BLINKING

IP registration is

unsuccessful

IP registration is lost

OFF

LED is disabled

Chapter 11: Warranty Information

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Chapter 11

Warranty Information

Wireless Gateway-SURFboard SBG6580 & SBG6580-2

ARRIS Enterprises, LLC ("ARRIS")

Retail Purchasers. If you purchased this Product directly from ARRIS or from an authorized

ARRIS retail reseller, ARRIS warrants to you, the original end user customer, that (A) the

Product, excluding Software, will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under

normal use, and (B) with respect to Software, (i) the media on which the Software is provided

will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use, and (ii) the Software

will perform substantially as described in its documentation. This Limited Warranty to you, the

original end user customer, continues (A) for Software and the media upon which it is

provided, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from ARRIS or an

authorized ARRIS reseller, and (B) for the Product (excluding Software), for a period of two (2)

years from the date of purchase from ARRIS or from an authorized ARRIS reseller. To take

advantage of this Limited Warranty or to obtain technical support, you must call the ARRIS

toll-free telephone number 1-877-466-8646. Technical support charges may apply. ARRIS’ sole

and exclusive obligation under this Limited Warranty for retail sales shall be to repair or

replace any Product or Software that does not meet this Limited Warranty. All warranty claims

must be made within the applicable Warranty Period.

Cable Operator or Service Provider Arrangements. If you did not purchase this Product

directly from ARRIS or from a ARRIS authorized retail reseller, ARRIS does not warrant this

Product to you, the end-user. A limited warranty for this Product (including Software) may

have been provided to your cable operator or Internet Service Provider ("Service Provider")

from whom you obtained the Product. Please contact your Service Provider if you experience

problems with this Product.

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Product subjected to accident, misuse, neglect, alteration, Acts of God, improper handling,

improper transport, improper storage, improper use or application, improper installation,

improper testing or unauthorized repair; or (ii) to cosmetic problems or defects which result

from normal wear and tear under ordinary use, and do not affect the performance or use of

the Product. ARRIS’ warranties apply only to a Product that is manufactured by ARRIS and

identified by ARRIS owned trademark, trade name or product identification logos affixed to

the Product. ARRIS does not warrant to you, the end user, or to anyone else that the Software

will perform error-free or without bugs.

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PARTIES. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED IN THIS SECTION ("WARRANTY INFORMATION"),

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the purposes for which you acquired this Product or the uses to which you will put this

Product, you assume full responsibility for the selection of the Product for its installation and

use. While every reasonable effort has been made to insure that you will receive a Product

that you can use and enjoy, ARRIS does not warrant that the functions of the Product will

meet your requirements or that the operation of the Product will be uninterrupted or

error-free.

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THE PRODUCT WITH ANY OTHER SOFTWARE OR HARDWARE. ALL WARRANTIES ARE VOID IF

THE PRODUCT IS OPENED, ALTERED, AND/OR DAMAGED.

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person and whether based in contract or tort.

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These matters are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, without

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Retail Purchasers Only. If you purchased this Product directly from ARRIS or from an ARRIS

authorized retail reseller, please call the ARRIS toll-free number, 1-877-466-8646 for warranty

service or technical support. Technical support charges may apply.

Cable Operator or Service Provider Arrangements. If you did not purchase this Product

directly from ARRIS or from an ARRIS authorized retail reseller, please contact your Service

Provider for technical support.

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