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Chapter 1 Introducing the DOCSIS 3.0 Wireless Residential Gateway
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Introduction
Your new Cisco
®
Model DPC3848, DPC3848V, or DPC3848VM DOCSIS 3.0 Wireless
Residential Gateway is a high-performance home gateway that combines a cable
modem, router, and wireless access point(s) in a single device, providing a cost-
effective networking solution for both the home and small office.
This guide provides procedures and recommendations for placing, installing,
configuring, operating, and troubleshooting your residential gateway. Refer to the
appropriate section in this guide for the specific information you need for your
situation. Contact your service provider for more information about subscribing to
these services.
Your new residential gateway offers the following outstanding benefits and features:
Compliant with DOCSIS 3.0, 2.0, and 1.x standards to deliver high-end
performance and reliability
High performance broadband Internet connectivity to energize your online
experience
(Optional) Multimedia over Coax Alliance (MoCA) networking over coaxial
cable in the home
Four 1000/100/10BASE-T Ethernet ports to provide wired connectivity
Dual-band concurrent 802.11n Wireless Access Point (WAP) with eight Service
Set Identifiers (SSIDs) compatible with 802.11b/g/n and optional 802.11ac
Wireless Protected Setup (WPS), including a pushbutton switch to activate WPS
for simplified and secure wireless setup
User configurable Parental Control blocks access to undesirable Internet sites
Advanced firewall technology deters hackers and protects the home network
from unauthorized access
Attractive compact design and versatile orientation to stand vertically on a desk
or shelf, or mount easily to a wall
Color-coded interface ports and corresponding cables simplify installation and
setup
DOCSIS-compliant LED labeling and behavior provides a user and technician
friendly method to check operational status and act as a troubleshooting tool
Allows automatic software upgrades by your service provider