Common questions

How do I connect my Arris SBG6580?

How do I connect my Arris SBG6580?

Installing SBG6580

  1. Verify that the coaxial cable is connected to the cable outlet.
  2. Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the Cable connector on the modem.
  3. Plug the power cord into the power connector on the SBG6580.
  4. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.

Can I use SBG6580 as modem only?

When operating as a gateway, the SBG6580 serves as a modem and a router and keeps the devices in the Local Area Network (LAN) hidden. In certain situations, it may be desired to disable the router function of the SBG6580, and have it operate as a modem only.

How do I access SBG6580?

To access the settings of your WiFi modem:

  1. Open a web browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, etc.)
  2. In the address bar, type: 192.168.0.1 [Then press the Enter Key]
  3. Enter Username*: admin.
  4. Enter Password*: motorola.
  5. Click Login.
  6. Click the Wireless menu and then click on Primary Network Settings.

How do I reset my Motorola SURFboard SBG6580?

Factory Reset With The Reset Switch

  1. Carefully insert the tip of a pen or an unwound paperclip into the reset switch and press on to it.
  2. Hold down the Reset switch for 5 -10 seconds and release it. NOTE: To assure the gateway factory defaults, hold the reset switch for 5 -10 seconds.

How do I put my Motorola SBG6580 in bridge mode?

How to Bridge a Motorola SBG6580

  1. Unplug the coaxial cable from the back of the modem.
  2. Connect a computer to one of the Ethernet ports.
  3. Open the Web browser; then type “http://192.168.0.1” in the address bar.
  4. Enter the user name and password.
  5. Select the “Basic” tab, and set “NAPT mode” to “Disabled.” Click “Apply.”

How do I reset Motorola SBG6580?

  1. Carefully insert the tip of a pen or an unwound paperclip into the reset switch and press on to it.
  2. Hold down the Reset switch for 5 -10 seconds and release it. NOTE: To assure the gateway factory defaults, hold the reset switch for 5 -10 seconds. The indicators are that all LEDs turn off.

How do I Turn On my SBG6580 modem?

Verify that the coaxial cable is connected to the cable outlet. Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the Cable connector on the modem. Hand-tighten the connectors to avoid damages. Plug the power cord into the power connector on the SBG6580. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. This turns on the SBG6580.

What is the default password for the Motorola SURFboard SBG6580?

Open any of your favorite browser on your PC that is connected to the network shared by the Motorola SURFboard SBG6580 device. Then, go to 192.168.0.1 from the browser. Next, you will have to enter the login credentials. As you know the default username is ‘Admin’ and the default password is ‘Motorola’. Use them and log in.

What is the username and password on the SBG6580?

Normally, the Motorola SURFboard SBG6580 has a username and password by default. For the username, you will need to use ‘Admin’ and the password is ‘Motorola’. However, you can change them if you want to for additional security.

Do you need to unplug power cable on SBG6580?

Note: The power cable does not need to be unplugged when the gateway is not in use. Proceed to connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of your computer. Connect the remaining end of the Ethernet cable to one of the Ethernet ports on your SBG6580.

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Ruth Doyle