Getting Started
Terayon TA-102 and TA-202 MTA Modem Installation Guide 3
System Requirements
Before you begin installing your new Terayon MTA modem, make sure your com-
puter system has the following hardware and software.
IMPORTANT: Computers using Windows 95, NT 4.0, or a Mac-
intosh operating system must use an ethernet
port to connect to the TA-102 or TA-202 Modem.
Installation Overview
As you follow the self-installation process, you may be asked to perform some
tasks you have not previously attempted. You will be guided through the follow-
ing steps:
•Connecting the CATV Coaxial Cable to the Modem
•Connecting the Power Adaptor to the Modem
•Connecting the Modem to your Computer
•Starting the Modem.
What You Will Need
The following is a list of items you will need to install your new Terayon MTA
modem:
•This installation guide
•Your computer user manual
•The MTA modem
Hardware/Software IBM PC or Compatible Apple/Macintosh
CPU Pentium class microprocessor or
equivalent Power PC 601 or later;
iMac®
Memory (RAM) 32 MB 24 MB
Available Disk Space 50 MB 50 MB
Operating System Windows®95, 98, 2000, ME, XP,
Windows NT®4.0 Workstation OS 7.5.1 or later
Network Connectivity Must have (any one):
•USB Port
•10/100 Base-T Ethernet Card
•PCMCIA Ethernet Card (lap-
top)
Must have (any one):
•USB Port
•10/100 Base-T Ethernet
Card
•PCMCIA Card (laptop)
