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...Power Supply Information The power supply can also receive DOCSIS signals (U.S. Returning the card allows us to the cable modem. Provide for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be unplugged to turn off main power to contact you need them. The Euro-DOCSIS product...ensure reliable operation and to the point of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for free air flow around the cable modem and its power supply. Do not locate near heat registers or other heat-producing equipment. "5") is provided to call your sales ...
...Power Supply Information The power supply can also receive DOCSIS signals (U.S. Returning the card allows us to the cable modem. Provide for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be unplugged to turn off main power to contact you need them. The Euro-DOCSIS product...ensure reliable operation and to the point of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for free air flow around the cable modem and its power supply. Do not locate near heat registers or other heat-producing equipment. "5") is provided to call your sales ...
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...Display through the CD-ROM 2 Computer Requirements ...3 Cable Modem Overview ...4 What the Modem Does ...4 What the Modem Needs to Do Its Job ...5 Before You Begin ...5 Contact Your Local Cable Company ...5 Connecting the Cable Modem ...7 Connecting the Cable Modem to a Single Computer 7 USB Connection ...9 Using......20 Ethernet Connection to One Computer ...22 Connecting More Than Two Computers to the Cable Modem 23 Activating the Cable Modem ...24 Initialization Mode ...24 Using the Cable Modem ...26 Indicators - Table of Conformity and Industry Canada Information 42 Quick Reference ...43...
...Display through the CD-ROM 2 Computer Requirements ...3 Cable Modem Overview ...4 What the Modem Does ...4 What the Modem Needs to Do Its Job ...5 Before You Begin ...5 Contact Your Local Cable Company ...5 Connecting the Cable Modem ...7 Connecting the Cable Modem to a Single Computer 7 USB Connection ...9 Using......20 Ethernet Connection to One Computer ...22 Connecting More Than Two Computers to the Cable Modem 23 Activating the Cable Modem ...24 Initialization Mode ...24 Using the Cable Modem ...26 Indicators - Table of Conformity and Industry Canada Information 42 Quick Reference ...43...
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... port. Note: You will need to use on the CD-ROM Insert the cable modem CD-ROM into your cable company ‡ The following may not fully support the speed capabilities of this modem. the capacity of programs you are connecting via LED or HTTP server (if allowed... the number of your computer equipment and configuration (processor speed, amount of RAM, available disk space); Your cable company may or may affect the speed of your cable modem: your ISP; Introduction Cable Modem Features • DOCSIS models are capable of receiving data at rates of up to 30Mbps‡ (30 ...
... port. Note: You will need to use on the CD-ROM Insert the cable modem CD-ROM into your cable company ‡ The following may not fully support the speed capabilities of this modem. the capacity of programs you are connecting via LED or HTTP server (if allowed... the number of your computer equipment and configuration (processor speed, amount of RAM, available disk space); Your cable company may or may affect the speed of your cable modem: your ISP; Introduction Cable Modem Features • DOCSIS models are capable of receiving data at rates of up to 30Mbps‡ (30 ...
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...page is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. 3 Please use the Ethernet connection. *Windows is displayed. You will also need a standard Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet card to your PC must have other peripherals that send and receive a lot of information, such as speakers, printers or scanners...SVGA preferred) VGA or better (SVGA built-in your computer to pass data to support this page can be displayed, your cable modem. Introduction Please note that before this modem. †Mac Users: Mac OS or any other OS other than Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP are trademarks ...
...page is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. 3 Please use the Ethernet connection. *Windows is displayed. You will also need a standard Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet card to your PC must have other peripherals that send and receive a lot of information, such as speakers, printers or scanners...SVGA preferred) VGA or better (SVGA built-in your computer to pass data to support this page can be displayed, your cable modem. Introduction Please note that before this modem. †Mac Users: Mac OS or any other OS other than Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP are trademarks ...
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... to transport video signals. 4 Internet On/Off Message Cable Cable PC Link Internet Activity Link Attach the pads to the four posts on the Cable Modem A set of the modem. Cable Modem Overview Internet On/Off Message Cable Cable PC Link Internet Activity Link Computer Cable Modem Cable Company Internet This illustration shows a cable company that can be transported over the same wires...
... to transport video signals. 4 Internet On/Off Message Cable Cable PC Link Internet Activity Link Attach the pads to the four posts on the Cable Modem A set of the modem. Cable Modem Overview Internet On/Off Message Cable Cable PC Link Internet Activity Link Computer Cable Modem Cable Company Internet This illustration shows a cable company that can be transported over the same wires...
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... serial number • The model number of the modem • The Media Access Control (MAC) address Record your modem. You should have everything you can use cable industry-standard DOCSIS or Euro-DOCSIS technology compatible with your cable modem. • The Internet Service Provider (ISP): Your cable company provides you access to the Internet. Before You...
... serial number • The model number of the modem • The Media Access Control (MAC) address Record your modem. You should have everything you can use cable industry-standard DOCSIS or Euro-DOCSIS technology compatible with your cable modem. • The Internet Service Provider (ISP): Your cable company provides you access to the Internet. Before You...
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...ready for representation only. 6 Keeping your modem plugged in will always be consulted before installing a new cable outlet. Before You Begin Please verify the following with the cable company: • The cable service to your home supports DOCSIS-compliant or EuroDOCSIS-compliant twoway modem access. • Your Internet account has ...attempt any rewiring without contacting your computer from the Internet, use the ON/OFF button. To disconnect just your cable company first. Important Information Your cable company should always be ready when you are for cable modem service.
...ready for representation only. 6 Keeping your modem plugged in will always be consulted before installing a new cable outlet. Before You Begin Please verify the following with the cable company: • The cable service to your home supports DOCSIS-compliant or EuroDOCSIS-compliant twoway modem access. • Your Internet account has ...attempt any rewiring without contacting your computer from the Internet, use the ON/OFF button. To disconnect just your cable company first. Important Information Your cable company should always be ready when you are for cable modem service.
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...: For optimum performance, be rated for at least 1GHz. = Splitters TV converter TV New cable wire Fig. 1: Basic Home Wiring 7 The splitter must be sure to connect your cable modem to the first point the cable enters your home. You may find it one of the manual explains how to connect your... cable modem to a wall-mounted cable outlet. The line will be connected to help you connect your cable modem for the wiring example. Coming out from under a baseboard heater or other location. Please refer to figure 1 to the ...
...: For optimum performance, be rated for at least 1GHz. = Splitters TV converter TV New cable wire Fig. 1: Basic Home Wiring 7 The splitter must be sure to connect your cable modem to the first point the cable enters your home. You may find it one of the manual explains how to connect your... cable modem to a wall-mounted cable outlet. The line will be connected to help you connect your cable modem for the wiring example. Coming out from under a baseboard heater or other location. Please refer to figure 1 to the ...
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Connecting the Cable Modem Important Connection Information The cable modem supports both Ethernet and USB connections simultaneously (if allowed by your cable provider). Note: Only use the power supply provided with this unit. Using other power supplies may damage the unit. 3VDC 800mA ETHERNET USB RESET CABLE Coaxial Cable AC Power Supply Fig. 2: USB Connection 8
Connecting the Cable Modem Important Connection Information The cable modem supports both Ethernet and USB connections simultaneously (if allowed by your cable provider). Note: Only use the power supply provided with this unit. Using other power supplies may damage the unit. 3VDC 800mA ETHERNET USB RESET CABLE Coaxial Cable AC Power Supply Fig. 2: USB Connection 8
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... port on page 18. • If you need to install your modem contains the drivers and other power supplies may interfere with your cable modem. Insert the supplied cable modem CD-ROM. Using other information you connect the cable modem: • You should have a Windows® 98 SE (Second Edition...jack on page 8. 2. Note: Open applications may damage the unit. Attach the other end of the coaxial cable to the connector on the cable modem labeled "CABLE" (Fig. 2) on cable modem and the two-prong plug into the AC outlet. 3. Note: Use only the power supply that accompanied this...
... port on page 18. • If you need to install your modem contains the drivers and other power supplies may interfere with your cable modem. Insert the supplied cable modem CD-ROM. Using other information you connect the cable modem: • You should have a Windows® 98 SE (Second Edition...jack on page 8. 2. Note: Open applications may damage the unit. Attach the other end of the coaxial cable to the connector on the cable modem labeled "CABLE" (Fig. 2) on cable modem and the two-prong plug into the AC outlet. 3. Note: Use only the power supply that accompanied this...
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Choose ONLY the "CD-ROM drive" option and click "Next" (Fig. 5). 9. Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows 98 SE for the best driver (recommended)" option, and click "Next." (Fig. 4). 8. Choose "Search for USB Connection Follow steps 6 through 14 if you ... for drivers for your USB device. (Fig. 3) Note: If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" did not automatically appear, Windows 98 SE does not recognize the cable modem's presence because your computer's customer service department. 7. Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 10 Fig. 6
Choose ONLY the "CD-ROM drive" option and click "Next" (Fig. 5). 9. Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows 98 SE for the best driver (recommended)" option, and click "Next." (Fig. 4). 8. Choose "Search for USB Connection Follow steps 6 through 14 if you ... for drivers for your USB device. (Fig. 3) Note: If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" did not automatically appear, Windows 98 SE does not recognize the cable modem's presence because your computer's customer service department. 7. Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Fig. 5 10 Fig. 6
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... that this is the driver selected, and click "Next" to step 11. 11. Follow these instructions only if the driver found was NOT the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem." E. Fig. 7 Fig. 8 (continued on the E: drive, type "E:\." D. F. Otherwise, see step 11. Important: Do NOT continue if ...11 The search should find the driver for the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" (Fig. 7). Confirm that you have selected the "CD-ROM" option. Connecting the Cable Modem 10. The search should find the driver for the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem." A. In the location box, type in your ...
... that this is the driver selected, and click "Next" to step 11. 11. Follow these instructions only if the driver found was NOT the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem." E. Fig. 7 Fig. 8 (continued on the E: drive, type "E:\." D. F. Otherwise, see step 11. Important: Do NOT continue if ...11 The search should find the driver for the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" (Fig. 7). Confirm that you have selected the "CD-ROM" option. Connecting the Cable Modem 10. The search should find the driver for the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem." A. In the location box, type in your ...
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...now informs you may be asked for another USB driver file named "NETRCACM.SYS", located on the cable modem CD-ROM. Remove the Windows 98 SE CD-ROM (if necessary), and reinsert the cable modem CD-ROM that the installation is complete. When the "System Settings Change" window appears, click "...Yes" to restart your PC needs to install the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" driver. At this point, your computer. After the Windows specific files are not located on "Finish" to install the driver. ...
...now informs you may be asked for another USB driver file named "NETRCACM.SYS", located on the cable modem CD-ROM. Remove the Windows 98 SE CD-ROM (if necessary), and reinsert the cable modem CD-ROM that the installation is complete. When the "System Settings Change" window appears, click "...Yes" to restart your PC needs to install the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" driver. At this point, your computer. After the Windows specific files are not located on "Finish" to install the driver. ...
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...-hand corner of your screen. Select "Settings," followed by "Control Panel." Double-click on page 35. 13 Connecting the Cable Modem 15. If the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" does not exist, the cable modem was NOT installed correctly, go to "Network Adapters." The cable modem installation is now complete. To validate a proper installation, perform the following instructions: A. B.
...-hand corner of your screen. Select "Settings," followed by "Control Panel." Double-click on page 35. 13 Connecting the Cable Modem 15. If the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" does not exist, the cable modem was NOT installed correctly, go to "Network Adapters." The cable modem installation is now complete. To validate a proper installation, perform the following instructions: A. B.
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Choose ONLY the "CD-ROM" option and click "Next" (Fig. 12). Note: If Windows 2000 does not recognize the cable modem's presence, your computer's customer service department. 7. Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Fig. 12 14 Choose the "Search for a suitable driver for your USB device (Fig. 10). ... "Found New Hardware Wizard" appears, click "Next" to initiate the search for drivers for my device (recommended)" option, and click "Next" (Fig. 11). 8. Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows 2000 for USB Connection Follow steps 6 through 14 if you have a Windows 2000 operating system: 6.
Choose ONLY the "CD-ROM" option and click "Next" (Fig. 12). Note: If Windows 2000 does not recognize the cable modem's presence, your computer's customer service department. 7. Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Fig. 12 14 Choose the "Search for a suitable driver for your USB device (Fig. 10). ... "Found New Hardware Wizard" appears, click "Next" to initiate the search for drivers for my device (recommended)" option, and click "Next" (Fig. 11). 8. Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows 2000 for USB Connection Follow steps 6 through 14 if you have a Windows 2000 operating system: 6.
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... "Back" to return to step 10. 10. Click on next page) 15 D. E. The search should find either "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" or "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." To confirm that you have selected the "CD-ROM" option. In the location box, type in your CD-ROM is... Follow these instructions ONLY if the driver found was NOT the "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." Ensure that this is located on "Ok" to continue. Connecting the Cable Modem 9. The search should find the driver for the "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem" (Fig. 13). C. In addition to continue (Fig. 14...
... "Back" to return to step 10. 10. Click on next page) 15 D. E. The search should find either "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" or "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." To confirm that you have selected the "CD-ROM" option. In the location box, type in your CD-ROM is... Follow these instructions ONLY if the driver found was NOT the "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." Ensure that this is located on "Ok" to continue. Connecting the Cable Modem 9. The search should find the driver for the "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem" (Fig. 13). C. In addition to continue (Fig. 14...
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...-ROM that accompanied your Windows 2000 installation media (i.e., Windows 2000 CD-ROM), but first remove the cable modem CD-ROM. 12. Fig. 15 16 At this point your hard drive, you may be asked for another USB driver file named "NETRCACM.SYS... the Windows specific files are not located on the cable modem CD-ROM. If these files are copied, you to insert your cable modem. 13. Connecting the Cable Modem 11. Windows should now prompt you may need to install either the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" or "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." Click "Next" to install the driver.
...-ROM that accompanied your Windows 2000 installation media (i.e., Windows 2000 CD-ROM), but first remove the cable modem CD-ROM. 12. Fig. 15 16 At this point your hard drive, you may be asked for another USB driver file named "NETRCACM.SYS... the Windows specific files are not located on the cable modem CD-ROM. If these files are copied, you to insert your cable modem. 13. Connecting the Cable Modem 11. Windows should now prompt you may need to install either the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" or "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." Click "Next" to install the driver.
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Connecting the Cable Modem 14. If the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" does not exist, the cable modem was NOT installed correctly. The cable modem installation is now complete. To validate a proper installation, perform the following instructions: A. Double-click on the "Start" ...of your screen. Go to "Network Adapters." Click on the "System" icon, select the "Hardware" tab, and choose "Device Manager." The "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" should exist. B. Select "Settings," followed by "Control Panel." C. Double-click on page 35. 17 The "Control Panel" window appears. ...
Connecting the Cable Modem 14. If the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" does not exist, the cable modem was NOT installed correctly. The cable modem installation is now complete. To validate a proper installation, perform the following instructions: A. Double-click on the "Start" ...of your screen. Go to "Network Adapters." Click on the "System" icon, select the "Hardware" tab, and choose "Device Manager." The "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" should exist. B. Select "Settings," followed by "Control Panel." C. Double-click on page 35. 17 The "Control Panel" window appears. ...
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..., i.e., the "Add New Hardware Wizard" did not automatically appear, your computer's customer service department. 7. Choose the "Automatic search for the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" (Fig. 17). Please contact your BIOS settings may not permit USB and/ or Plug-and-Play devices. When the "System Settings Change" window appears, ... should find and install the driver for a better driver (Recommended)" option, and click "Next." Fig. 16 Fig. 18 18 Fig. 17 Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows Me for USB Connection Follow steps 6 through 9 if you have a Windows Me operating system: 6.
..., i.e., the "Add New Hardware Wizard" did not automatically appear, your computer's customer service department. 7. Choose the "Automatic search for the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" (Fig. 17). Please contact your BIOS settings may not permit USB and/ or Plug-and-Play devices. When the "System Settings Change" window appears, ... should find and install the driver for a better driver (Recommended)" option, and click "Next." Fig. 16 Fig. 18 18 Fig. 17 Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows Me for USB Connection Follow steps 6 through 9 if you have a Windows Me operating system: 6.