Page 2 - In This Guide
WebSTAR Model DPC2100 and EPC2100 Cable Modem User’s Guide 2 In This Guide Important Rules for Safe Operation ............................................................................................................................. 3 What’s In the Carton? ...........................................
Page 3 - Important Rules for Safe Operation; Note to Installer; CAUTION; AVIS; Read and Retain These Instructions; Cleaning the Equipment
Important Rules for Safe Operation 3 Important Rules for Safe Operation Note to Installer CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS Note to CATV System Installer This reminder is provided to call the CATVsystem installer’s attention to Article 820-40of the NEC (Section 54, Part I of the Canadi...
Page 5 - Power Cord Protection
Important Rules for Safe Operation 5 Power Cord Protection Arrange all power cords so that people cannot walk on the cords, place objects on the cords, or place objects against the cords, which can damage the cords. Pay particular attention to cords that are at plugs, at electrical outlets, and at t...
Page 6 - What’s In the Carton?
WebSTAR Model DPC2100 and EPC2100 Cable Modem User’s Guide 6 What’s In the Carton? When you receive your cable modem, you should check the equipment and accessories to verify that each item is in the carton and that each item is undamaged. The carton contains the following items, except as noted: On...
Page 7 - Front Panel Description
Front Panel Description 7 Front Panel Description The front panel of your cable modem provides status lights that indicate how well and at what state your cable modem is operating. After the cable modem is successfully registered on the network, the POWER and CABLE status indicators illuminate conti...
Page 8 - Back Panel Description
WebSTAR Model DPC2100 and EPC2100 Cable Modem User’s Guide 8 Back Panel Description The following illustration describes the back panel components of the DPC2100 and EPC2100 cable modems. 1 12 VDC —Connects the cable modem to the DC output of the AC power adapter that is provided with your cable mod...
Page 9 - Where Is the Best Location for My Cable Modem?; Minimum System Requirements for PCs
Where is the Best Location for My Cable Modem? 9 Where Is the Best Location for My Cable Modem? The ideal location for your cable modem is where it has access to outlets and other devices. Think about the layout of your home or office, and consult with your cable service provider to select the best ...
Page 10 - How Do I Set Up My High-Speed Internet Access Account?; I Do Not Have a High-Speed Internet Access Account; I Already Have an Existing High-Speed Internet Access Account
WebSTAR Model DPC2100 and EPC2100 Cable Modem User’s Guide 10 How Do I Set Up My High-Speed Internet Access Account? Before you can use your cable modem, you need to have a high-speed Internet access account. If you do not have a high-speed Internet access account, you will need to set up an account...
Page 11 - How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet?; Connecting and Installing Internet Devices; To connect devices
How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet? 11 How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet? You can use your cable modem to access the Internet, and you can share that Internet connection with other Internet devices in your home or office. Sharing one connection among many devices is called...
Page 12 - To install the cable modem
WebSTAR Model DPC2100 and EPC2100 Cable Modem User’s Guide 12 To install the cable modem 1. Power down your PC and unplug it from the power source. 2. Connect your PC to either the ETHERNET port or the USB port using the appropriate data cable. Do not connect your PC to both the Ethernet and USB por...
Page 13 - Configuring TCP/IP on Your Internet Devices
How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol 13 How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol? To configure TCP/IP protocol, you need to have an Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) with TCP/IP communications protocol installed on your system. TCP/IP is a communications protocol used to access the Internet. This sectio...
Page 14 - To configure Windows 2000 systems; To configure Windows XP systems
WebSTAR Model DPC2100 and EPC2100 Cable Modem User’s Guide 14 To configure Windows 2000 systems 1. Click Start , select Settings , and choose Network and Dial-up Connections . 2. Double-click the Local Area Connection icon in the Network and Dial-up Connections window. 3. Click Properties in the Loc...
Page 15 - To configure Macintosh systems
How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol 15 To configure Macintosh systems 1. Click the Apple icon in the upper left corner of the Finder. Scroll down to Control Panels , and then click TCP/IP . 2. Click Edit on the Finder (gray bar) at the top of the screen. Scroll down to the bottom of the menu, and the...
Page 16 - How Do I Install USB Drivers?; Installing USB Drivers; To install Windows 98SE and Windows ME USB drivers
WebSTAR Model DPC2100 and EPC2100 Cable Modem User’s Guide 16 How Do I Install USB Drivers? To install USB drivers, your PC must be equipped with a USB network interface and a Microsoft Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, or XP operating system. This section contains instructions for installing the cable modem ...
Page 17 - To install Windows 2000 drivers
How Do I Install USB Drivers? 17 To install Windows 2000 drivers 1. Insert the USB Cable Modem Driver Installation Disk into the CD-ROM drive of your PC. 2. Wait until the Power and Cable indicators on the cable modem illuminate solid green. 3. Click Next in the Found New Hardware W izard window. 4....
Page 18 - Frequently Asked Questions; Q. What if I don’t subscribe to cable TV?
WebSTAR Model DPC2100 and EPC2100 Cable Modem User’s Guide 18 Having Difficulty? Frequently Asked Questions Q. What if I don’t subscribe to cable TV? A. If cable TV is available in your area, data service may be made available with or without subscribing to cable TV service. Contact your local cable...
Page 19 - Common Troubleshooting Issues; I don’t understand the front panel status indicators.; The modem does not register an Ethernet connection.; The modem does not register a cable connection.
Having Difficulty? 19 Common Troubleshooting Issues I don’t understand the front panel status indicators. See Front Panel Status Indicator Functions , later in this guide for more detailed information on the front panel status indicator operation and function. The modem does not register an Ethernet...
Page 20 - Tips for Improved Performance; Check and Correct
WebSTAR Model DPC2100 and EPC2100 Cable Modem User’s Guide 20 Tips for Improved Performance Check and Correct If your cable modem does not perform as expected, the following tips may help. If you need further assistance, contact your cable service provider. • Verify that the plug to your cable modem...
Page 21 - How Do I Renew the IP Address on My PC?; Renewing the IP Address on Your PC; To renew the IP address for Windows 95, 98, 98SE, or ME systems
How Do I Renew the IP Address on My PC? 21 How Do I Renew the IP Address on My PC? If your PC cannot access the Internet after the cable modem is online, it is possible that your PC did not renew its IP address. Renewing the IP Address on Your PC Follow the appropriate instructions in this section f...
Page 22 - Initial Power Up, Calibration, and Registration; Normal Operations
WebSTAR Model DPC2100 and EPC2100 Cable Modem User’s Guide 22 Front Panel Status Indicator Functions Initial Power Up, Calibration, and Registration The following chart illustrates the sequence of steps and the corresponding appearance of the front panel status indicators on the cable modem during p...
Page 23 - Special Conditions
Front Panel Status Indicator Functions 23 Special Conditions The following chart describes the appearance of the front panel status indicators on the cable modem during special conditions to show that either cable modem access protection is enabled, or that you have been denied network access. T1097...
Page 24 - Notices; Trademarks
WebSTAR Model DPC2100 and EPC2100 Cable Modem User’s Guide 24 Notices Trademarks Scientific-Atlanta and the Scientific-Atlanta ARCs logo are registered trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. DPC2100, EPC2100, W ebSTAR, SciCare, and “Bringing the Interactive Experience Home” are trademarks of Scienti...
Page 25 - FCC Compliance; United States FCC Compliance; FCC Declaration of Conformity; Canada EMI Regulation
FCC Compliance 25 FCC Compliance United States FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the applicable limits of Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment g...
Page 26 - For Information; If You Have Questions
For Information If You Have Questions If you have technical questions, contact your local cable service provider. Bringing the Interactive Experience Home Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. 5030 Sugarloaf Parkway, Box 565447 Lawrenceville, GA 30042 770.236.5000 www.scientificatlanta.com Product and service av...