User's Manual

Using the Setup Wizard

Chapter 4: Configuring the Internet Connection 53

Using a Cable Modem Connection

If you selected the Cable Modem connection method, the Identification dialog

box appears.

1. If your ISP requires a specific hostname for authentication, enter it in the

Host Name field. The ISP will supply you with the proper hostname, if

required.

Most ISPs do not require a specific hostname.

2. A MAC address is a 12-digit identifier assigned to every network device. If

your ISP restricts connections to specific, recognized MAC addresses, they

will instruct you to enter the MAC address. Otherwise, you may leave this

field blank.

If your ISP requires the MAC address, do either of the following:

 Click This Computer to automatically "clone" the MAC address of

your computer to the Safe@Office appliance.