SBG6580

To setup DMZ, you first need to reserve an IP to the machine that you want to be exposed. The reason is that you do not want your DHCP server to assign a computer incorrectly as the DMZ, which can pose security problems. Setup Static...

In this complete guide to reserve a static IP address for your SBG6580, we will show you how to reserve an internal IP address using your device’s MAC address. You often do not need to use IP reserve unless you need static IP features such...

Motorola Surfboard SBG6580’s QoS settings is actually hidden under Wireless > WMM section. However, different compared to some of the routers that already have different setup configurations. You can actually change each of QoS priority settings in SBG6580. However, great freedom comes at a cost,...

If you have trouble connecting your Xbox to your Motorola Surfboard SBG6580, the Xbox and router setups mentioned here may be able to help you solve your problems. Common SBG6580 Xbox Problems Make Sure You Setup UPnP for Xbox and SBG6580 Complete SBG6580 Xbox Live...

If you are looking to either start or connect to a VPN server with SBG6580. The information on this router guide may help you. SBG6580 Router VPN Connection Issues Sometimes if you have problems connecting to a VPN as a client, your SBG6580 router setting...

This short light guide will go through the various status light pattern offered by Motorola SBG6580, you can quickly figure out the issues with your modem by understanding what each of the status SBG6580 lights means. If your modem’s connection to your cable provider is...

Status > Security Screenshot Information and Settings Available on SBG6580 Status Security Page Change Username Enter Current Username Enter Current Password Enter New Username Re-Enter New Username Restore Factory Defaults Yes No Help File Information Security: In rare cases, it may be necessary to restore...

Status > Connection Screenshot Information and Settings Available on SBG6580 Status Connection Page Startup Procedure Acquire Downstream Channel Locked Connectivity State OK Operational Boot State OK Operational Configuration File Security Enabled BPI+ Downstream Bonded Channels Upstream Bonded Channels Help File Information This page displays information...

Status > Software Screenshot Information and Settings Available on SBG6580 Status Software Page Information Standard Specification Compliant DOCSIS 3.0 Hardware Version 3 Software Version SBG6580-6.5.2.0-GA-06-077-NOSH Cable Modem MAC Address Cable Modem Serial Number CM certificate Installed Status System Up Time 3 days 04h:29m:21s Network Access...

If you are setting up a guest network for your SBG6580, use this guide so that you do not miss any of the setting! 1. Guest Network: Enabled 2. Guest Network Name (SSID): Setup a SSID name that you like. 3. Closed Network: Disabled There...