Arris DG1670A, DG167A User Manual

Touchstone®DG1670

Data Gateway

User’s Guide

Get ready to experience the Internet’s express lane! Whether you’re checking out
streaming media, downloading new software, or checking your email, the Touch­stone DG1670 Data Gateway brings it all to you faster and more reliably with both
wired and wireless connectivity.

The Touchstone Data Gateway provides four Ethernet connections for use as the
hub of your home/office Local Area Network (LAN). The Data Gateway also pro­vides 802.11a/b/g/n wireless connectivity for enhanced mobility and versatility.
The Data Gateway also offers integrated MoCA 1.1 home networking providing In­ternet access and transfer of multimedia content between devices over coaxial cable
in the home.

Installation is simple and your cable company will provide assistance to you for any
special requirements. The links below provide more detailed instructions.

Safety Requirements

Getting Started

Installing and Connecting Your Data Gateway

Configuring Your Ethernet Connection

Using the Data Gateway

Troubleshooting

Glossary

Export Regulations

This product may not be exported outside the U.S. and Canada without U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Export Admin istration au­thorization. Any export or re-export by the purchaser, directly or indirectly, in contravention of U.S. Export Adminis tration Regulation is prohib­ited.

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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.

ARRIS and the ARRIS logo are all trademarks of ARRIS Enterprises, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to
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others.

Protected under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 7,031,435; 7,916,744. Other patents pending.

Release 16 Standard 1.0 October 2013

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Safety Requirements

ARRIS Data Gateways comply with the applicable requirements for performance,
construction, labeling, and information when used as outlined below:

CAUTION

Risk of shock

Mains voltages inside this unit. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer
service to qualified personnel only!

• Do not use product near water (i.e. wet basement, bathtub, sink or near a
swimming pool, etc.), to avoid risk of electrocu tion.

• The product shall be cleaned using only a damp, lint-free, cloth. No sol­vents or cleaning agents shall be used.

• Do not use spray cleaners or aerosols on the gateway.

• Avoid using and/or connecting the equipment during an electri cal storm, to
avoid risk of electrocution.

• Do not locate the equipment within 6 feet (1.9 m) of a flame or ignition
source (i.e. heat registers, space heaters, fireplaces, etc.).

• Use only power supply and power cord included with the equip ment.

• Equipment should be installed near the power outlet and should be easily
accessible.

• The shield of the coaxial cable must be connected to earth (grounded) at the
entrance to the building in accordance with applicable national electrical in­stallation codes. In the U.S., this is required by NFPA 70 (National Electrical
Code) Article 820. In the European Union and in certain other countries,
CATV instal lation equipotential bonding requirements are specified in IEC
60728-11, Cable networks for television signals, sound signals and interac-
tive services, Part 11: Safety. This equipment is in tended to be installed in
accordance with the requirements of IEC 60728-11 for safe operation.

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If the equipment is to be installed in an area serviced by an IT power line
network, as is found in many areas of Norway, spe cial attention should be
given that the installation is in accor dance with IEC 60728-11, in particular
Annex B and Figure B.4.

• In areas of high surge events or poor grounding situations and areas prone
to lightning strikes, additional surge protection may be required (i.e.
PF11VNT3 from American Power Conver sion) on the AC, RF and Ethernet
lines.

• When the Data Gateway is connected to a local computer through Ethernet
cables, the computer must be proper ly grounded to the building/residence
AC ground network. All plug-in cards within the computer must be properly
installed and grounded to the computer frame per the manufacturer’s spec­ifications.

• Ensure proper ventillation. Position the Data Gateway so that air flows freely
around it and the ventillation holes on the unit are not blocked.

• Do not mount the Data Gateway on surfaces that are sensitive to heat
and/or which may be damaged by the heat generated by the modem, its
power supply, or other accessories.

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FCC Part 15

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a
Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 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 equipment 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 equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Warning: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

RF Exposure

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncon­trolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with mini­mum distance of 7.9 inches (20cm) between the radiator and your body. This
transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other an­tenna or transmitter.

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Industry Canada Compliance

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using
an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter
by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the an­tenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radi­ated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). 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.

For Mexico

The operation of this equipment is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
equipment or device cannot cause harmful interference and (2) this equipment or
device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause some
unwanted operation of the equipment.

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European Compliance

This product complies with the provisions of the Electromagnetic Com patibility
(EMC) Directive (89/336/EEC), the Amending Directive (92/31/EEC), the Low Volt­age Directive (73/23/EEC), and the CE Marking Directive (93/68/EEC). As such,
this product bears the CE marking in accordance with the above applicable Direc­tive(s).

A copy of the Declaration of Conformity may be obtained from: ARRIS Interna­tional, Inc., 3871 Lakefield Drive, Suite 300, Suwanee, GA 30024.

As indicated by this symbol, disposal of this prod uct or battery
is governed by Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament
and of the Council on waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE). WEEE could potentially prove harmful to the environ­ment; as such, upon disposal of the Data Gateway the Directive
requires that this product must not be disposed as unsorted mu­nic ipal waste, but rather collected separately and dis posed of in
accordance with local WEEE ordinances.

This product complies with directive 2002/95/EC of the European
Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003 on the restriction
of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) in electrical and
electronic equip ment.

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About Your New Data Gateway

The Touchstone DG1670 Data Gateway is DOCSIS compliant with the following fea­tures:

• Speed: much faster than dialup or ISDN service; up to eight times faster
than DOCSIS 2.0 cable modems.

• Convenience: supports Ethernet and 802.11b/g/n wireless connections; both
can be used simultaneously

• Compatibility:

– Data services: DOCSIS 3.0 compliant and backward-compatible with

DOCSIS 2.0 or 1.1; supports tiered data services (if offered by your
cable company)

The DG1670 provides:

• Wireless 802.11b/g/n connectivity

• Four Ethernet ports for connections to non-wireless devices

• DG1670A: DOCSIS 3.0 compliant

• One USB host port (future support for external USB devices)

What’s in the Box?

Make sure you have the following items before proceeding. Call your cable company
for assistance if anything is missing.

• Data Gateway

• Power Cord

• Wireless Connection Configuration Guide

• Ethernet Cable

• End User License Agreement

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Items You Need

If you are installing the Data Gateway yourself, make sure you have the follow ing
items on hand before continuing:

• Data Gateway package: see What’s in the Box? for a list of items in the
package.

• Coaxial cable (coax): as shown in the image to the left, this is a round
cable with a connector on each end. It is the same kind of wire used to con­nect to your television for cable TV. You can buy coax from any electronics
retailer and many discount stores; make sure it has connectors on both
ends. There are two types of connectors, slip-on and screw-on; the screw­on connectors are best for use with your Data Gateway. The coax should be
long enough to reach from your Data Gateway to the nearest cable outlet.

Note: For best performance, use high-quality RG-6 type coax cable and min­imize or eliminate splitters between the cable jack and the Data Gateway.

• Splitter (optional): provides an extra cable connection by splitting a sin­gle outlet into two. You may need a splitter if you have a TV already con­nected to the cable outlet that you want to use. You can buy a splitter from
any electronics retailer and most discount stores; you may also need a short
piece of coax cable (with connectors); use it to connect the splitter to the
cable outlet and then connect the Data Gateway and TV to the splitter.

Note: A splitter effectively cuts the signal in half and sends each half to its
two outputs. Using several splitters in a line may deteriorate the quality of
your television and/or internet connection.

• Wall-mounting bracket (optional): if you want to wall-mount your Data
Gateway, you need to obtain two drywall anchors or wood screws and order
a wall-mounting bracket from your cable company.

• Information packet: your cable company should furnish you with a packet
containing information about your service and how to set it up. Read this in­formation carefully and contact your cable company if you have any ques­tions.

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Getting Service

Before trying to use your new Data Gateway, contact your local cable company to
establish an Internet account. When you call, have the fol lowing information ready:

• the Data Gateway serial number and cable MAC addresses of the unit
(printed on a sticker on the bottom of the Data Gateway)

• the model number of the Data Gateway

If the Data Gateway was provided by your cable company, they already have the
required information.

In addition, you should ask your cable company the following questions:

• Do you have any special system requirements or files that I need to down­load after I am connected?

• When can I start using my Data Gateway?

• Do I need a user ID or password to access the Internet or my e-mail?

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System Requirements

The Touchstone Data Gateway operates with most computers. The following de­scribes requirements for each operating system; see the documentation for your
system for details on enabling and configuring networking.

To use the Data Gateway, you need DOCSIS high-speed Internet service from your
cable company.

Recommended Hardware

The following hardware configuration is recommended. Computers not meeting this
configuration can still work with the DG1670, but may not be able to make maxi­mum use of DG1670 throughput.

• CPU: P4, 3GHz or faster

• RAM: 1GB or greater

• Hard drive: 7200 RPM or faster

• Ethernet: Gig-E (1000BaseT)

Windows

Windows XP , Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8. A supported Ethernet or
wireless LAN connection must be available.

MacOS

System 7.5 to MacOS 9.2 (Open Transport recommended) or MacOS X. A supported
Ethernet or wireless LAN connection must be available.

Linux/other Unix

Hardware drivers, TCP/IP, and DHCP must be enabled in the kernel. A supported
Ethernet or wireless LAN connection must be available.

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About this Manual

Model

Number

Security

Label

This manual covers the Touchstone DG1670 Data Gateway. The model number is
on the label affixed to the Data Gateway. See the image at the left.

What About Security?

Having a high-speed, always-on connection to the Internet requires a certain
amount of responsibility to other Internet users—including the need to maintain a
reasonably secure system. While no system is 100% secure, you can use the fol­lowing tips to enhance your system’s security:

• Keep your operating system updated with the latest security patches. Run
the system update utility at least weekly.

• Keep your email program updated with the latest security patches. In addi­tion, avoid opening email containing attachments, or opening files sent
through chat rooms, whenever possible.

• Install a virus checker and keep it updated.

• Avoid providing web or file-sharing services over your Data Gateway. Be­sides certain vulnerability problems, most cable companies prohibit run ning
servers on consumer-level accounts and may suspend your account for vi­olating your terms of service.

• Use the cable company’s mail servers for sending email.

• Avoid using proxy software unless you are certain that it is not open for
abuse by other Internet users (some are shipped open by default). Crimi­nals can take advantage of open proxies to hide their identity when break­ing into other computers or sending spam. If you have an open proxy, your
ca ble company may suspend your account to protect the rest of the net­work.

• The DG1670 ships with wireless LAN security set by default (for the same
reasons that you should run only secured proxies). See the security label on
your product (shown on image at the left) for the factory security settings.
If you need to modify the default wireless security settings, see Configuring

Your Wireless Connection.

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Ethernet or Wireless?

There are two ways to connect your computer (or other equipment) to the Data
Gateway. The following will help you decide which is best for you:

Ethernet

Ethernet is a standard method of connecting two or more computers into a Local
Area Network (LAN). You can use the Ethernet connection if your computer has
built-in Ethernet hardware.

Note: To connect more than four computers to the DG1670 through the Ether -

net ports, you need an Ethernet hub (available at computer retail ers).

The Data Gateway package comes with one 4-foot (1.2m) Ethernet cable (the con­nectors look like wide telephone connectors); you can purchase more cables if nec­essary at a computer retailer. If you are connecting the Data Gateway di rectly to a
computer, or to an Ethernet hub with a cross-over switch, ask for Category 5e
(CAT5e) straight-through cable. CAT5e cable is required for gigabit Ethernet (Gig­E), not regular CAT5 cable.

Wireless

Wireless access lets you connect additional (wireless-capable) devices to Data Gate­way. The 802.11 wireless LAN standard allows one or more computers to access the
DG1670 using a wireless (radio) signal. These connections are in addition to the
connections supported via Ethernet.

Note: You can use the wireless connection if your computer has a built-in or af-

termarket wireless card. To learn more about which wireless hardware
works best with your com puter, see your computer dealer.

Both

If you have two or more computers, you can use Ethernet for up to four devices and
wireless for the others. To connect five or more computers to the Ethernet ports,
you will need an Ethernet hub (available at computer retailers.)

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Installing and Connecting Your Data Gateway

Before you start, make sure that:

• You have contacted your cable company and verified that they provide data
service using standard DOCSIS technology.

• You have all the items you need.

• Cable and power outlets are available near the computer. If a cable outlet is
not conveniently located, your cable company can install a new one.

If you have ordered service, your cable company should configure the Data Gate­way automatically. You need only follow the instructions in this section to install
and connect the Data Gateway.

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C

E

G

B

D

F

Front Panel

The front of the Data Gateway has the following indicators:

A WPS Button/LED: begins associating the Telelphony Gateway with a wire-

less device. LED indicates Wireless Protected Setup (WPS) is active.

B Power: indicates whether AC power is available to the unit.

C US/DS: indicates upstream/downstream connectivity.

D Online: indicates internet data transmission status.

E 2.4 GHz: indicates the status of the 2.4 GHz wireless LAN.

F 5 GHz: indicates the status of the 5 GHz wireless LAN.

G MoCA: indicates connectivity between the Telephony Gateway and other

home devices connected via the MoCA network.

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Rear Panel

The rear of the Data Gateway has the following connectors and controls:

A Reset button: resets the Data Gateway as if you power cycled the unit. Use

a pointed non-metallic object to press this button.

B USB: USB host connector - future support for external USB devices

A

B

C Ethernet (1 - 4): connectors for use with a computer LAN port.

D Cable: connector for the coaxial cable.

E Power: connector for the power cord.

C

D

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Selecting an Installation Location

There are a number of factors to consider when choosing a location to install your
Data Gateway:

• Is an AC outlet available nearby? For best results, the outlet should not be
switched and should be close enough to the Data Gateway that exten sion
cords are not required.

• Is a cable jack available? For best performance, keep the number of split­ters between the jack and cable drop to a minimum. Each splitter attenuates
(re duces) the signal available to the Data Gateway. A large number of split­ters can slow down the Internet connection.

• If you are connecting devices to the Ethernet ports, can you easily run ca­bles between the Data Gateway’s location and those devices?

• If you want to mount the Data Gateway on a wall, does the location pro vide
a solid surface for secure attachment? For best results when mounting the
Data Gateway on drywall, position the Data Gateway so at least one of the
screws are fastened to a stud. This may prevent the Data Gateway from
pulling out of the wall in the future.

• If you want to install the Data Gateway on a desktop, is there enough space
on either side to keep the vents clear? Blocking the vents may cause over­heating.

• How close are your wireless devices? The Data Gateway wireless con nection
range is typically 100–200 feet (30m–65m). A number of factors can affect
connection range, as described below.

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Factors Affecting Wireless Range

A number of factors can affect the usable range for wireless connections.

Increases range: • Raising the unit above the devices (for example, in-

stalling the Data Gateway in the upper floor of a multi­story dwelling)

Decreases range: • Lowering the unit below the devices (for example, in-

stalling the Data Gateway in a basement)

• Metal or concrete walls between the Data Gateway and
other devices

• Large metal appliances, aquariums, or metal cabinets
between the Data Gateway and other devices

• Interference and RF noise (2.4 GHz wireless phones,
microwave ovens, or other wireless networks)

Note: Note that decreasing the range of your wireless network may be bene-

ficial, as long as the decreased range is sufficient for your needs. By lim­iting your network’s range, you reduce interference with other networks
and make it harder for unwant ed users to find and connect to your net­work.

Note: Setting the trasmit power level to High increases the range. Setting it

to Medium or Low decreases the range proportionately.

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Mounting the Data Gateway

You can either mount the Data Gateway on a wall or place it on a desktop. For
wall-mount applications, you can mount the Data Gateway with the indicators
facing upward (vertical) or to the side (horizontal).

Tools and Materials

For wall-mounted installations, make sure you have the following tools and mate­rials before proceeding:

• for mounting on drywall: Two 1/4” (6mm) drywall anchors (not included),
two #6 x 1.5” (38.1 mm) self-tapping panhead screws (not included), and
a drill with 1/4” (6mm) bit (not included)

• for mounting on plywood or studs: two #6 x 1.5” (38.1 mm) self-tapping
panhead wood screws (not included)

• screwdriver (flat-blade or Phillips, depending on what kind of screws you
use)

• wall-mount bracket (order from your cable company)

Location

Always position the Data Gateway:

• within reach of an AC outlet. The power cord must reach the outlet without
stretching and without adding extension cords.

• near a cable outlet (to avoid long cable runs).

Instructions

Wall-mounting instructions

Note: When mounting the Data Gateway on drywall, try to position the Data

Gateway so at least one of the screws is fastened to a stud. This may
prevent the Data Gateway from pulling out of the wall in the future. To
prevent overheating of the Data Gateway, do not block the ventilation
holes on the sides of the unit.

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1 Position the mounting bracket on the surface where you intend to mount

the Data Gateway and mark the two holes with a pencil.

2 Drill holes through the marked locations for the mounting screws.

3 If using drywall anchors, set them into the wall. Then, drive the screws into

the wall leaving a gap of about 1/8” (3 mm) between the screw head and
the wall. If not using anchors, just drive the screws.

4 Slip both mounting slots in the back of the mounting bracket over the

screws, then slide the bracket down until the narrow end of the keyhole slot
contacts the screw shaft.

5 Hang the Data Gateway on the wall by inserting the six tabs on the mount-

ing bracket into the six slots in the back of the Data Gateway and sliding the
Data Gateway down until it drops in place on the bracket.

6 Proceed to Connecting the Data Gateway.

Desktop mounting instructions

1 Position the Data Gateway so that:

• it stands vertically on its base. (Do not lay it flat on its side.)

Step 5

• air flows freely around it

• the back faces the nearest wall

• it will not fall to the floor if bumped or moved

• the ventilation holes on the sides of the unit are not blocked.

2 Proceed to Connecting the Data Gateway.

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Connecting the Data Gateway

1 Connect one end of the coax cable to the cable outlet or splitter, and the

other end to the Data Gateway’s Cable connector (D). Tighten the con nec­tions by hand, then tighten an additional 1/8 turn with a wrench.

Note: For best performance, use high-quality coax cable and minimize or
eliminate splitters between the cable jack and the Data Gateway. If you are
using MoCA for your home network, MoCA filters must be installed on any
legacy client devices. Your cable company will install these filters for you.

2 Insert the plug from the power cord into the Power connector on the back

of the Data Gateway (E) and insert the power cord into a convenient AC
outlet.

The Power light on the front of the Data Gateway lights up, then flashes
once (refer to the LED tables shown in Using the Data Gateway). See Trou-

bleshooting if the Power light does not turn on.

3 Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to any Ethernet port on the back of

the Data Gateway, (C) and the other end to the Ethernet port on a com­puter, hub, or broadband router.

Note: If you are connecting to a computer, use the Ethernet cable included
in the Data Gateway package.

E

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Configuring Your Wireless Connection

The DG1670 ships with wireless LAN security set by default. See the security label
on your product (shown on image at the left) for the factory security settings: net­work name (SSID), encryption method, network key, and WPS PIN.

Note: You must set up your computer and other client devices to work

with the security settings on the DG1670. Refer to the documen­tation for your client device for instructions on setting security.
On most computer systems you only need to select the network
name (SSID) device and enter the encryption key. If your com­puter or client device supports WiFi Alliance WPS (Wireless Pro­tected Setup), activate WPS on your computer or client device
and the DG1670 simultaneously to easily set up your system se­curity.

If you need to modify the Data Gateway’s default wireless security settings, or if you
want to configure any other wireless LAN settings, refer to the following instruc­tions.

Accessing the Configuration Interface

Security

Label

Follow these steps to access the configuration interface. You should have already set
up the DG1670 as described in Installing and Connecting Your Data Gateway.

1 a) If security has been properly set up on your computer to access the wire-

less LAN on the DG1670, use the connection utility for your operating sys­tem to connect to the wireless LAN using its network name (SSID), as shown
on the security label.

b) If you cannot access the wireless LAN, you must first establish a wired
Ethernet connection between your computer and the DG1670.

2 In your web browser, open the page http://192.168.0.1/ to access the

wireless router setup.

The Login screen displays.

Note: The default user name is “admin”. The default password is “pass­word”, in lower case letters.

3 Enter the user name and password and click the Apply button to log in.

The System Basic Setup screen displays.

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4 Use the online help information to set configuration parameters as required.

Note: Most configuration parameters that you may want to set can be accessed

on the System Basic Setup screen, including the security mode and set­ting a system password.

Setting Parental Controls

The Parental Control feature allows you to block specified keywords and web sites
from being accessed and also to specify trusted computers in the network.
Trusted computers are not affected by the parental control settings.

Follow these steps to set up your Parental Controls:

1 Access and log into the wireless configuration interface as explained in

Accessing the Configuration Interface.

2 Click the Firewall tab and then click Parental Controls in the side menu

to display the Parental Controls screen.

3 Check the Enable Parental Controls checkbox and click the Apply button.

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4 Configure any or all of the following parental controls:

Trusted MAC Addresses:

Finding the MAC Address of a Computer

Use the operating system of your computer to find its
MAC address, as follows:

Windows: from the Start menu, find and select the
Control Panel. Double-click Network Connections

(Windows XP), or Network & Sharing Center (Win­dows Vista or Windows 7). Then double-click either
“Wireless Network Connection” for a wireless connection,
or “Local Area Connection” for an Ethernet connection.
Next click the Details button (Windows Vista or Windows

7), or click the Support tab and then the Details button
(Windows XP). The “Physical Address” line shows the
MAC address.

MacOS X: open System Preferences and click the Net­work icon. To find the Ethernet MAC address, select
Built-in Ethernet from the Show drop-down, then click
the Ethernet tab. The “Ethernet ID” field shows the MAC
address. To find the wireless MAC address, select Air-
port from the Show drop-down, then click the Airport
tab. The “Airport ID” field shows the MAC address.

Linux: open a shell window and type /sbin/ifconfig
(and press Enter). The wireless interface is eth1 (unless
there is no Ethernet adapter, in which case the interface
is eth0).

Enter the MAC addresses of any “trusted” computers on the network and
click the Apply button. You can add two trusted computers. Once added,
these trusted computers will not be affected by the parental control settings.
For example, you may want the computers of the father and mother to be
trusted, while the childrens’ computers have parental controls in effect.

Note: Refer to the “Finding the MAC Address of a Computer” sidebar for in­formation on determining the MAC address of your computer.

Keyword and Web Site Filtering:

You can add a list of keywords and web sites that you want to block. To add
a keyword or web site to the list, click the respective Add button. To delete
a keyword or web site from the list, first click its check box and then click
the Delete button.

Add Keyword Filter Add Web Site Filter

Adding a Keyword or Web Site Filter

a) Enter the keyword in the Keyword field or web site URL address in the

Web Site field.

b) Click the checkboxes for the days you want access blocked, or click the

All Week checkbox for all week.

c) Set the start time and end time during the specified days (24-hour

clock). (0:00 until 0:00 indicates all day, or click the All Day checkbox for
all day.)

d) Click the Add Keyword Filter or Add Web Site Filter button respec-

tively. Then click the Apply button.

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Configuring Your Ethernet Connection

If your computer is equipped with a LAN card providing an Ethernet connection,
you may have to configure your computer’s TCP/IP settings. The steps that follow
will guide you through setting your computer’s TCP/IP settings to work with the
Data Gateway.

Requirements

Make sure you have the following before attempting to configure your Ethernet con­nection:

• Computer with Ethernet interface

• Ethernet cable (supplied)

• IP address, subnet, gateway, and DNS information for installations not using
DHCP

How to use this chapter

The following list shows the procedures for modifying the TCP/IP settings on the
computer. The procedure is slightly different depending on the operating system
that you are using. Please ensure you are using the correct steps for the operating
system on your computer. Follow the links below for instructions to configure your
Ethernet connection on your operating system.

• TCP/IP Configuration for Windows XP

• TCP/IP Configuration for Windows 7

• TCP/IP Configuration for MacOS X

Note: For Windows 8 and Windows Vista, use the Windows 7 procedure.

They are very similar.

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TCP/IP Configuration for Windows XP

Follow these steps to configure the Ethernet interface on a Windows XP operating
system.

TCP/IPv6 Note: This procedure shows the configuration of TCP/IPv4. TCP/IPv6

is not installed or enabled by default in Windows XP. If your cable
provider requires TCP/IPv6 you must first install and enable it on your
Windows XP system. Refer to Microsoft support materials on Windows
XP for installation instructions. Once installed and enabled, follow this
same configuration example, but select TCP/IPv6 at the appropriate
step.

Note: Dialog boxes shown on your computer may differ slightly from those

shown in this procedure.

1 From the computer, select Start > Settings > Control Panel and double-

click Network Connections in the Control Panel.

The Network Connection window displays a list of LAN connections and as­sociated network adapters.

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2 Double-click the local area connection to be used for your device’s network

connection.

The Local Area Connection Status widow displays.

3 Click Properties.

4 Select TCP/IP by clicking it one time. Then click Properties.

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5 Click the General tab. Then click Obtain an IP address automatically

and click OK.

6 Click OK to accept the new settings, and OK again to close the Properties

window.

7 You may have to restart your computer in order for your computer to obtain

a new IP address from the network.

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TCP/IP Configuration for Windows 7

Follow these steps to configure the Ethernet interface on a Windows 7 operating
system.

1 Open the Windows 7 Control Panel.

2 Click Network and Internet.

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3 Click Network and Sharing Center.

4 Click Local Area Connection to open the Status window.

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5 Click Properties to open the Properties window.

TCP/IPv4 Selected TCP/IPv6 Selected

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6 Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click Properties to

configure TCP/IPv4.

Note: If your cable provider requires TCP/IP version 6, select Internet Pro-
tocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) and click Properties to configure TCP/IPv6.

The TCP/IP properties window for the version you selected displays.

TCP/IPv4 Properties TCP/IPv6 Properties

7 For either TCP/IPv4 or TCP/IPv6, select Obtain an IP address automati-

cally and Obtain DNS server address automatically, unless instructed

otherwise by your cable provider.

8 Click OK to accept the new settings and close the Properties window. Then

click Close to back out of the remaining setup screens.

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TCP/IP Configuration for MacOS X

Follow these steps to configure the Ethernet interface on a MacOS X operating sys­tem.

1 Open System Preferences, either by choosing System Preferences from the

Apple menu or by clicking the System Preferences icon in the dock.

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2 Click the Network icon.

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3 Choose Automatic from the Location drop-down menu, and Built-in Eth-

ernet from the Show menu.

4 Choose the TCP/IP tab, if necessary.

If you are using TCP/IPv4, go to step 5.
If your cable provider requires TCP/IPv6, go to step 8.

5 Choose Using DHCP from the Configure IPv4 menu.

6 If necessary, click the Renew DHCP Lease button.

7 Close the System Properties application.

TCP/IPv4 configuration is completed.

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8 If you are using TCP/IPv6, click Configure IPv6 near the bottom of the pre-

vious window.

9 Choose Automatically from the Configure IPv6 drop-down menu and click

OK.

10 Close the System Properties application.

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Using the Data Gateway

This chapter describes the controls and features available on the Touchstone Data
Gateway, and covers basic troubleshooting procedures.

• Setting up Your Computer to Use the Data Gateway

• Indicator Lights for the DG1670

• Using the Reset Button

Setting up Your Computer to Use the Data Gateway

Follow the instructions in the information packet supplied by your cable company.
Contact your cable company if you need help setting up your computer.

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Indicator Lights for the DG1670

WPS

er

ow

P

US/DS

Online

2.4 GHz

5 GHz

MoCA

The Data Gateway has seven LED indicator lights to assist in trouble shooting.

Patterns: Normal Operation (LAN)

The following table shows light patterns for the Ethernet, MoCA and wireless LANs
during normal operation.

Mode

AC

Power

Ethernet

(rear panel)

Green LED On =

Computer with 1

Gbps port connected

Amber LED On =
Computer with 100
Mbps/10 Mbps port

connected

Amber/Green LED

Flash = Computer

activity

Both LEDs Off =

Computer not

connected

2.4 GHz/

5 GHz WiFi

On = WiFi

Enabled

Off = WiFi

Disabled

Flash =

Computer

Activity

MoCA

On = MoCA

enabled

Flash = MoCA

network device

activity/traffic

Off = MoCA

disabled

No AC
Power

Firmware

Upgrade

(normal operation) (normal operation) (normal operation)

Off Off Off

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Patterns: Normal Operation (WAN)

The following table shows light patterns during normal operation.

Mode Power US/DS Online

Yellow1=

Connected to

the Internet

AC Power

Good

On

(high speed)

Green1=

Connected to

the Internet

(ultra-high

speed)

Flash = Not

connected to

the Internet

On =

Internet

available

Off =

Internet not

available

No AC
Power

Firmware

Upgrade

Off Off Off

On Flash On

Note 1: Your cable company may configure the Data Gateway to always display

the US/DS indicator in green regardless of the connection speed or swap
the meaning (speed indication) of yellow and green.

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Patterns: Startup Sequence

The following table shows the Data Gateway light patterns during the startup se­quence.

US/DS Online Description

Slow Flash

(1/second)

Off Downstream acqusition in progress

On

(until Upstream

acqusition

Off Downstream acquisition completed

starts)

Fast Flash

(3/second)

Off Upstream acquisition completed

Slow Flash

(during acqusition)

On

On (when modem IP

Upstream acqusition completed,
ready for service

address obtained)

Note: The US/DS indicator flashes yellow during startup, and turns green if

the Data Gateway establishes an ultra-high speed connection. For some
cable companies these colors may be reversed.

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U

SB

1

2

3

4

Ethernet

10/100/1000

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Using the Reset Button

Use the Reset button (A), on the back of the Data Gateway, to reset the modem
and perform initialization as if you power cycled the unit. You may need to reset the
Data Gateway if you are having problems connecting to the Internet. Using this
button will be rare.

Use a pointed non-metallic object to press this button. The Reset button is re­cessed to prevent accidental resets.

The diagram on the left shows the location of the reset button.

Resetting the Router to Factory Defaults

To reset the router to factory defaults, press and hold the Reset but ton (A)on the
back of the Data Gateway for more than fifteen seconds. This restores the wireless
setup configuration and router configuration parameters to the factory defaults. You
may need to do this if a misconfiguration has locked out all access.

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Troubleshooting

The Data Gateway is plugged in, but the Power light is off.

Check all power connections. Is the power cord plugged in firmly at both
ends?

If you plugged the power cord into a power strip, make sure the strip is
switched on.

Avoid using an outlet controlled by a wall switch, if possible.

Finally, check the fuse or circuit breaker panel.

I’m not getting on the Internet (all connections).

It may take over 30 minutes to establish a connection the first time you
power up your Data Gateway, especially when many people are online.
Always leave your Data Gateway plugged into AC power and connected to
the cable system.

Check the front panel lights:

• The Power and Online lights should be on.

• If the Power light blinks for more than 30 minutes, call your cable
company for assistance.

Check your cable connections. Connectors should be tight. The coax cable
should not be pinched, kinked, or bent sharply—any of these can cause a
break or short in the cable (you may have to replace the cable). If you have
one or more splitters between the Data Gateway and CATV outlet, remove
the splitters and connect the Data Gateway directly to the outlet.

Proceed to the Ethernet or wireless solutions (next page) if necessary.

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I’m not getting on the Internet. (Ethernet)

If you are using a hub, is the hub turned on?

Are you using the right type of Ethernet cable? Use the supplied cable for di-
rect connection to a computer; use a cross-over cable for connection to a
hub.

Press the Reset button on the back of the Data Gateway.

A misconfiguration could lock out all access to the Data Gateway router. If
you think this has happened, see Resetting the Router to Factory Defaults.

I’m not getting on the Internet. (Wireless)

Check the indicator lights (see Using the Data Gateway) — the WiFi light
should be on.

Does your connection utility discover your wireless LAN? If you turned off
“Broadcast SSID” you need to manually enter the name of your wireless LAN
in the connection utility.

Change your security mode to “disabled”. Enable one of the other security
modes as soon as you find the problem.

A misconfiguration could lock out all access to the Data Gateway router. If
you think this has happened, see Resetting the Router to Factory Defaults.

My wireless Internet connection stops working sometimes.

This is usually caused by interference — two common sources are 2.4GHz
“remote” telephones and microwave ovens. If you cannot remove the inter­fering product, try using a different channel or setting Protected Mode.

I can get on the Internet, but everything is slow.

If the Web site you are visiting is very popular, that site may be having trou­ble servicing all the requests. If other sites download quickly, wait for a few
minutes and try again. Usage during peak hours may also affect the con nec­tion speed.

Other communications on the LAN, or interference with wireless connec­tions, may slow down your connection.

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Glossary

The following is a list of common cable and networking terms.

Category 5e (Cat5e)

A high-quality type of cable, used for gigabit Ethernet (1000BaseT) connec­tions. When purchasing Ethernet cables, always look for Category 5e cable.

Coaxial cable (coax)

A thin wire, used to connect your television and Data Gateway to the cable
TV system. You can buy coax from any electronics retailer and many dis­count stores.

CPE

Customer Premise Equipment. This is the equipment that is plugged in to the
Data Gateway; typically a computer or hub.

Cross-over

An Ethernet cable used to connect two hubs (or a hub and a cable modem)
together. Also, some Ethernet hubs may have built-in cross-over on one or
more ports (which eliminates the need for a cross-over cable).

DHCP

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. An IP protocol used to provide an IP
address and location of services (such as DNS and TFTP) needed by a de­vice connecting to the network. DHCP allows the cable company to con figure
your computer’s networking software for you.

DNS

Domain Name Service (Server). An IP service that associates a domain
name (such as www.example.com) with an IP address.

Downstream

In an HFC network, the direction from the head-end to the subscriber. Some
older cable documentation may refer to this as the forward path.

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DOCSIS

Data Over Cable System Interface Specification. The interoperability stan­dards used for data communications equipment on an HFC network.

EMTA

Embedded Multimedia Terminal Adapter. An MTA device that is integrated
with a cable modem.

Ethernet

A standard method of connecting two or more computers into a Local Area
Network (LAN).

EuroDOCSIS

The European version of DOCSIS.

Event

An informational message used for monitoring network status.

F-connector

The type of connector used on coax cable. There are two common types of
F-connector, slip-on and screw-on. Use coax with screw-on connectors for
connecting your Data Gateway.

Firewall

A hardware or software device that prevents unauthorized access to a pri­vate network from the Internet. The DG1670 provides a built-in firewall.

Gateway

The device, usually a router, that connects devices on a given IP subnet to
other IP subnets.

Headend

The “central office” in an HFC network. The headend houses both video and
data equipment. In larger cable networks, a “master” headend often feeds
several “remote” headends to provide distributed services.

HTTP

HyperText Transfer Protocol.

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Hub

A box with several Ethernet connectors. Ethernet hubs provide a common
point of contact for all connected devices.

IP address

A number assigned to your computer by your cable company, used to iden­tify your computer to other systems on the Internet.

LAN

Local Area Network. A network that allows computers in a single location
(such as a building) to communicate with one another.

LED

Light Emitting Diode. A semi-conductor diode that emits light when current
is passed through it.

MAC address

A number that uniquely identifies any device connected to a network. Your
cable company uses your Data Gateway’s MAC address to authorize access
to the Internet. The MAC address is printed on a label on the bottom of your
Data Gateway.

Protocol

A set of rules and formats that determines the communication behavior of
network entities at a given layer.

Proxy

A device or program that stands in between a server (for example, a web
site) and a client (your browser), providing a way to relieve some of the
burden from the server. For example, your cable company may have a web
proxy that keeps copies of popular web pages; the proxy can send you those
pages instead of fetching them directly from the web site, resulting in faster
page loading and less network congestion.

RF

Abbreviation for Radio Frequency. Some literature refers to coax as “RF
cable” and the connectors as “RF connectors.”

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RJ-45

A standard 8-conductor modular connector, commonly used on Ethernet
cable. An RJ-45 connector looks like a wide RJ-11 (telephone) connector.

Splitter

A small box with three cable connectors: one input and two outputs. You
may need a splitter if you have a TV already connected to the cable outlet
that you want to use for your Data Gateway. You can buy a splitter from any
electronics retailer and most discount stores.

SSID

Service Set IDentifier, a string of text (up to 32 characters long) that
uniquely identifies a wireless LAN.

Switched outlet

A power outlet that may be turned on and off using a wall switch. Usually
intended for lamps. Avoid plugging your computer or Data Gateway into a
switched outlet to avoid disruptions.

TCP/IP

Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. The protocols used to facil­itate communications across one or more connected networks.

TDMA

Time Division Multiple Access. A method used by DOCSIS-compliant cable
modems for sending upstream data with minimal interference.

Upstream

The path from a subscriber device to the headend. Some older cable docu­mentation may refer to this as the return path or reverse path.

WEP

Wired Equivalent Privacy, a common standard for encrypting data sent over
a wireless LAN.

WPA

Wi-fi Protected Access, a standard for encrypting data sent over a wireless
LAN. WPA offers improved security over WEP.

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Export Regulations
Safety Requirements
FCC Part 15
RF Exposure
Industry Canada Compliance
For Mexico
European Compliance
Getting Started
About Your New Data Gateway
What’s in the Box?
Items You Need
Getting Service
System Requirements
Recommended Hardware
Windows
MacOS
Linux/other Unix
About this Manual
What About Security?
Ethernet or Wireless?
Wireless
Both
Installing and Connecting Your Data Gateway
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Selecting an Installation Location
Factors Affecting Wireless Range
Mounting the Data Gateway
Tools and Materials
Location
Instructions
Wall-mounting instructions
Desktop mounting instructions
Connecting the Data Gateway
Configuring Your Wireless Connection
Accessing the Configuration Interface
Setting Parental Controls
Configuring Your Ethernet Connection
Requirements
How to use this chapter
TCP/IP Configuration for Windows XP
TCP/IP Configuration for Windows 7
TCP/IP Configuration for MacOS X
Using the Data Gateway
Setting up Your Computer to Use the Data Gateway
Indicator Lights for the DG1670
Wiring Problems
Patterns: Normal Operation (LAN and Telephone)
Patterns: Normal Operation (WAN)
Patterns: Startup Sequence
Using the Reset Button
Resetting the Router to Factory Defaults
Troubleshooting
Glossary

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DG1670 Data Gateway
User’s Guide

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