ARRIS DG950 User Manual
Touchstone®DG950
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 DG950 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 Touchstone Data Gateway
also provides 802.11a/b/g/n wireless connectivity for enhanced mobility and versatility.
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.
Copyright © 2012 ARRIS. All rights reserved.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The statements, configurations, technical data, and recom mendations in
this document are believed to be accurate and reliable, but are presented without express or implied warranty. Users must take full responsibility for their applications of any products specified in this document. The information in this docu ment is proprietary to ARRIS.
ARRIS, Touchstone, and the ARRIS logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ARRIS Group. All other trademarks and reg istered trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
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Release 9 Standard 1.4 March 2012
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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.
• Do not use spray cleaners or aerosols on the Data 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.
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.
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• 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 unit, 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.
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.
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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 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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Energy Consumption (DG950S Models only)
In accordance with Ecodesign Directive 2005/32/EC, this device is equipped with a
power switch. The following energy consumption figures apply (measured with a
wattmeter at the outlet):
Switch State Power Consumption
OFF 0.0 W
ON
8.0 W (idle)
11.5 W (typical)
Note: In most instances, ARRIS recommends that the power switch remain in
the ON position at all times. Turning the switch OFF disables the device.
Turning the switch OFF is recommended only during vacations or similar
extended absences.
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About Your New Data Gateway
The Touchstone DG950 Data Gateway is DOCSIS® 3.0 or Euro-DOCSIS™ 3.0 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 802.11a/b/g/n wireless connections;
both can be used simultaneously
• Flexibility: provides high speed data
• Compatibility:
– Data services: DOCSIS 3.0 or Euro-DOCSIS 3.0 compliant and back-
ward-compatible with DOCSIS 2.0 or 1.1; supports tiered data services
(if offered by your cable company)
The DG950 provides:
• Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n connectivity
• Four Ethernet ports for connections to non-wireless devices
• DG950A: DOCSIS 3.0 compliant
DG950S: Euro-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
• Wall-Mounting Template and Instructions
• Quick Installation Guide
• Ethernet Cable (CAT5e)
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• End User License Agreement
Items You Need
If you are installing the Data Gateway yourself, make sure you have the follow ing
items on hand before continuing:
Coax Cable
• 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-mount hardware (optional): if you want to wall-mount your Data
Gateway, you need to obtain two drywall anchors or wood screws. See the
Wall-Mount Template and Instructions for more details.
• 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 or Euro-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 DG950, but may not be able to make maximum
use of DG950 throughput.
• CPU: P4, 3GHz or faster
• RAM: 1GB or greater
• Hard drive: 7200 RPM or faster
• Ethernet: Gig-E (1000BaseT)
Note: CAT5e Ehternet cable is required for gigabit Ethernet (Gig-E), not regular CAT5 cable.
Windows
Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7. A supported Ethernet or wireless LAN
connection must be available.
MacOS
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
This manual covers the Touchstone DG950 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.
Model Number
Security Label
• 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.
• Wireless LAN security is enabled by default on the Data Gateway (for the
same reasons that you should run only secured proxies). See the security
label (shown on image at the left) for the factory security settings. If you
need to modify the 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 DG950 through the Ether-
net ports, you need an Ethernet hub (available at computer retail ers).
The Data Gateway package comes with one 6-foot (1.9m) 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
DG950 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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DG950A/S
B
ECA
D F
G
Front Panel
The front of the Data Gateway has the following indicators:
A WPS button/indicator: begins associating the Data Gateway with a wireless
device. Light indicates Wireless Protected Setup (WPS) is active.
B WLAN: indicates the status of the wireless LAN.
C LAN: indicates Ethernet connectivity between the Data Gateway and com-
puters.
D Online: indicates internet data transmission status.
E US: indicates upstream connectivity.
F DS: indicates downstream connectivity.
G Power: indicates whether AC power is available to the unit.
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