User Manual

coaXmedia Series 6000
SD200 Access Appliance User’s Guide 9
5 Installing the Access Appliance
These sections provide step-by-step instructions on installing you Access
Appliance.
5.1 Overview
The SD200 Access Appliance is easy to install; taking an average of 15
minutes to setup. However, before getting started, it is important for you
to read the following information.
5.1.1 Before Installing
5.1.2 Building Requirements
This unit will only operate in buildings utilizing coaXmedia
Internet Access Solutions.
5.1.3 PC Requirements
The SD200 Access Appliance requires the use of a Network
Interface Card installed in your PC; if you PC does not have a
Network Interface Card, one must be installed before you can
use the Access Appliance. Many computer retail stores and
service centers can perform this task, if you require
assistance.
5.1.4 Review the Safety Recommendations
It is important to review the Safety Recommendations to
insure the proper installation and operation of your Access
Appliance. See the Safety Recommendations Section of this
User’s Guide.
5.1.5 Gather Tools
Although most installations do not require any special tools, it
may be necessary to use a 7/16” wrench or pliers to loosen
an existing coax cable connection on a TV or CATV wall
outlet. It is also desirable to lightly tighten all coax cable
connections associated with installing the Access Appliance to
insure solid, reliable connections; this can be done with a
wrench, with pliers or by hand.