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... should also be operated with the supplied line cord or with a line cord meeting IEC227 H03 VV-F or IEC227 H03 VVH2-F having conductors with this modem and keep it away from heat sources. Do not locate near heat registers or other heat-producing equipment. Provide for proper grounding and, in Europe... 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for free air flow around the cable modem and its power supply. North American Cable Installer This reminder is designed according to the cable...
... should also be operated with the supplied line cord or with a line cord meeting IEC227 H03 VV-F or IEC227 H03 VVH2-F having conductors with this modem and keep it away from heat sources. Do not locate near heat registers or other heat-producing equipment. Provide for proper grounding and, in Europe... 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for free air flow around the cable modem and its power supply. North American Cable Installer This reminder is designed according to the cable...
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... ...31 FCC Declaration of Contents Introduction ...2 Cable Modem Features ...2 What's on the CD-ROM ...2 Accessing the Diagnostics 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 ...
... ...31 FCC Declaration of Contents Introduction ...2 Cable Modem Features ...2 What's on the CD-ROM ...2 Accessing the Diagnostics 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 ...
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...use on the CD-ROM menu called "Look at Diagnostics" (found under the "About My Cable Modem" menu) launches your browser and displays status and diagnostic information stored within the modem in additional languages • USB drivers • Usage and troubleshooting tips Accessing the Diagnostics Display ...equipment and configuration (processor speed, amount of RAM, available disk space); What's on the CD-ROM Insert the cable modem CD-ROM into your ISP; Introduction Cable Modem Features • DOCSIS models are capable of receiving data at rates of up to 30Mbps‡ (30 Megabits per ...
...use on the CD-ROM menu called "Look at Diagnostics" (found under the "About My Cable Modem" menu) launches your browser and displays status and diagnostic information stored within the modem in additional languages • USB drivers • Usage and troubleshooting tips Accessing the Diagnostics Display ...equipment and configuration (processor speed, amount of RAM, available disk space); What's on the CD-ROM Insert the cable modem CD-ROM into your ISP; Introduction Cable Modem Features • DOCSIS models are capable of receiving data at rates of up to 30Mbps‡ (30 Megabits per ...
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You will also need a standard Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet card to your cable modem. You may vary by cable company): IBM PC COMPATIBLE MACINTOSH** CPU Pentium preferred PowerPC or higher System RAM 16MB (32MB preferred) 24MB (32MB ... communicate simultaneously with the following minimum system requirements (note that send and receive a lot of Apple Computer, Inc. 3 Introduction Please note that before this modem. †Mac Users: Mac OS or any other OS other peripherals that the minimum requirements may want to "bookmark" the IP address in your computer...
You will also need a standard Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet card to your cable modem. You may vary by cable company): IBM PC COMPATIBLE MACINTOSH** CPU Pentium preferred PowerPC or higher System RAM 16MB (32MB preferred) 24MB (32MB ... communicate simultaneously with the following minimum system requirements (note that send and receive a lot of Apple Computer, Inc. 3 Introduction Please note that before this modem. †Mac Users: Mac OS or any other OS other peripherals that the minimum requirements may want to "bookmark" the IP address in your computer...
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...as a two-way high-speed bridge between your desktop. These pads (or "feet") can be transported over the same wires your modem. Internet On/Off Message Cable Cable PC Link Internet Activity Link Attach the pads to the four posts on your personal computer and ...a cable Internet Service Provider (ISP). 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 attached to transport video signals. 4...
...as a two-way high-speed bridge between your desktop. These pads (or "feet") can be transported over the same wires your modem. Internet On/Off Message Cable Cable PC Link Internet Activity Link Attach the pads to the four posts on your personal computer and ...a cable Internet Service Provider (ISP). 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 attached to transport video signals. 4...
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... service work for you. The ISP is your cable company to make your information here: Serial Number: Model Number: MAC Address: 5 Cable Modem Overview What the Modem Needs to Do Its Job • The Right Cable Company: Make sure your local cable company provides data services that use your cable... modem. • The Internet Service Provider (ISP): Your cable company provides you access to an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Before You Begin Contact Your ...
... service work for you. The ISP is your cable company to make your information here: Serial Number: Model Number: MAC Address: 5 Cable Modem Overview What the Modem Needs to Do Its Job • The Right Cable Company: Make sure your local cable company provides data services that use your cable... modem. • The Internet Service Provider (ISP): Your cable company provides you access to an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Before You Begin Contact Your ...
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... company: • The cable service to the Internet. To disconnect just your cable company first. Keeping your modem plugged in will keep it connected to your home supports DOCSIS-compliant or EuroDOCSIS-compliant twoway modem access. • Your Internet account has been set up. • You have a cable outlet near your ...Note: Graphics used within this publication are . Note: It is ready for representation only. 6 This means that it is important to supply power to the modem at all times. Important Information Your cable company should always be ready when you are for cable...
... company: • The cable service to the Internet. To disconnect just your cable company first. Keeping your modem plugged in will keep it connected to your home supports DOCSIS-compliant or EuroDOCSIS-compliant twoway modem access. • Your Internet account has been set up. • You have a cable outlet near your ...Note: Graphics used within this publication are . Note: It is ready for representation only. 6 This means that it is important to supply power to the modem at all times. Important Information Your cable company should always be ready when you are for cable...
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... computer and install the necessary software. The line will be connected to the first point the cable enters your cable modem for the best possible connection. B. Connected to the Cable Modem 1. The splitter must be labeled either IN, CABLE IN, CATV, CATV IN, etc. Coming out from under ... the Cable TV wire to a wall-mounted cable outlet. C. Cable drop TV converter TV TV converter Modem PC TV Notes: For optimum performance, be sure to connect your cable modem to the jack which should be rated for the wiring example. Connected directly to help you connect your ...
... computer and install the necessary software. The line will be connected to the first point the cable enters your cable modem for the best possible connection. B. Connected to the Cable Modem 1. The splitter must be labeled either IN, CABLE IN, CATV, CATV IN, etc. Coming out from under ... the Cable TV wire to a wall-mounted cable outlet. C. Cable drop TV converter TV TV converter Modem PC TV Notes: For optimum performance, be sure to connect your cable modem to the jack which should be rated for the wiring example. Connected directly to help you connect your ...
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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 Connecting the Cable Modem Important Connection Information The cable modem supports both Ethernet and USB connections simultaneously (if allowed by your cable provider).
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... the drivers and other information you need to install the USB driver for the cable modem CD window display. 4. Connecting the Cable Modem Below are important points to remember before you connect the cable modem: • You should have Windows XP, go to page 22. Note: Open applications may damage the unit. ... other end of the USB cable to the USB port on the back of the USB cable to the USB port located on the cable modem's back panel. Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the cable connection in the order they appear. 1. Connect the other end of the coaxial...
... the drivers and other information you need to install the USB driver for the cable modem CD window display. 4. Connecting the Cable Modem Below are important points to remember before you connect the cable modem: • You should have Windows XP, go to page 22. Note: Open applications may damage the unit. ... other end of the USB cable to the USB port on the back of the USB cable to the USB port located on the cable modem's back panel. Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the cable connection in the order they appear. 1. Connect the other end of the coaxial...
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... 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. Please contact your BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) settings may not permit USB and/or Plug-and-Play..." appears, click "Next" to initiate the search for drivers for the best driver (recommended)" option, and click "Next." (Fig. 4). 8. Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows 98 SE for USB Connection Follow steps 6 through 14 if you have a Windows 98 SE operating system: 6.
... 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. Please contact your BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) settings may not permit USB and/or Plug-and-Play..." appears, click "Next" to initiate the search for drivers for the best driver (recommended)" option, and click "Next." (Fig. 4). 8. Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows 98 SE for USB Connection Follow steps 6 through 14 if you have a Windows 98 SE operating system: 6.
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... this is the driver selected, and click "Next" to step 12. Follow these instructions only if the driver found was NOT the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem." E. F. Proceed to the CD-ROM selection, choose "Specify a location" (Fig. 8 ). C. The search should find the driver for the... "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" (Fig. 7). Connecting the Cable Modem 10. In addition to step 11. 11. Confirm that you have selected the "CD-ROM" option. The search should find the driver for the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable...
... this is the driver selected, and click "Next" to step 12. Follow these instructions only if the driver found was NOT the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem." E. F. Proceed to the CD-ROM selection, choose "Specify a location" (Fig. 8 ). C. The search should find the driver for the... "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" (Fig. 7). Connecting the Cable Modem 10. In addition to step 11. 11. Confirm that you have selected the "CD-ROM" option. The search should find the driver for the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable...
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... (i.e., Windows disks or Windows CD-ROM), but first remove the cable modem CD-ROM. 13. When the "System Settings Change" window appears, click "Yes" to restart your PC needs to install the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" driver. Windows should now prompt you may be asked for another USB... driver file named "NETRCACM.SYS", located on the cable modem CD-ROM. After the Windows specific files are not located on "Finish...
... (i.e., Windows disks or Windows CD-ROM), but first remove the cable modem CD-ROM. 13. When the "System Settings Change" window appears, click "Yes" to restart your PC needs to install the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" driver. Windows should now prompt you may be asked for another USB... driver file named "NETRCACM.SYS", located on the cable modem CD-ROM. After the Windows specific files are not located on "Finish...
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The cable modem installation is now complete. To validate a proper installation, perform the following instructions: A. Click on "Network Adapters." Select "Settings," followed by "Control Panel." D. Scroll down the ..." tab. C. B. The "Control Panel" window appears. Double-click on the "Start" icon in the lower left-hand corner of your screen. Connecting the Cable Modem 15. Double-click on page 35. 13 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. Click on "Network Adapters." Select "Settings," followed by "Control Panel." D. Scroll down the ..." tab. C. B. The "Control Panel" window appears. Double-click on the "Start" icon in the lower left-hand corner of your screen. Connecting the Cable Modem 15. Double-click on page 35. 13 If the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" does not exist, the cable modem was NOT installed correctly, go to "Network Adapters."
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... 14 if you have a Windows 2000 operating system: 6. Note: If Windows 2000 does not recognize the cable modem's presence, your USB device (Fig. 10). Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Fig. 12 14 Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows 2000 for my device (recommended)" option, and click "Next" (Fig. 11). 8. Please contact your computer...
... 14 if you have a Windows 2000 operating system: 6. Note: If Windows 2000 does not recognize the cable modem's presence, your USB device (Fig. 10). Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Fig. 12 14 Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows 2000 for my device (recommended)" option, and click "Next" (Fig. 11). 8. Please contact your computer...
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Important: Do NOT continue if the search finds "USB Composite Device" driver. Follow these instructions ONLY if the driver found was NOT the "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." B. Otherwise, see step 10. C. Click "Next" to step 10. 10. For example, if your CD-ROM drive. A. Click ...find the driver for the "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem" (Fig. 13). Ensure that this is located on "Ok" to continue. The search should find either "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" or "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." Connecting the Cable Modem 9. To confirm that you have...
Important: Do NOT continue if the search finds "USB Composite Device" driver. Follow these instructions ONLY if the driver found was NOT the "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." B. Otherwise, see step 10. C. Click "Next" to step 10. 10. For example, if your CD-ROM drive. A. Click ...find the driver for the "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem" (Fig. 13). Ensure that this is located on "Ok" to continue. The search should find either "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" or "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." Connecting the Cable Modem 9. To confirm that you have...
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... files. Remove the Windows 2000 CD-ROM (if necessary), and reinsert the cable modem CD-ROM that accompanied your PC needs to install either the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" or "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." Click on the cable modem CD-ROM. Click "Next" to complete the process (Fig. 15). Windows should...
... files. Remove the Windows 2000 CD-ROM (if necessary), and reinsert the cable modem CD-ROM that accompanied your PC needs to install either the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" or "RCA or Thomson DCM xxx Cable Modem." Click on the cable modem CD-ROM. Click "Next" to complete the process (Fig. 15). Windows should...
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... NOT installed correctly. Select "Settings," followed by "Control Panel." D. The "Control Panel" window appears. The "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" should exist. Scroll down the list until you come to Solution 2 on the "Start" icon in the lower left-hand corner ...." Double-click on "Network Adapters." Double-click on the "System" icon, select the "Hardware" tab, and choose "Device Manager." The cable modem installation is now complete. C. Connecting the Cable Modem 14. To validate a proper installation, perform the following instructions: A. Click on page 35. 17
... NOT installed correctly. Select "Settings," followed by "Control Panel." D. The "Control Panel" window appears. The "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" should exist. Scroll down the list until you come to Solution 2 on the "Start" icon in the lower left-hand corner ...." Double-click on "Network Adapters." Double-click on the "System" icon, select the "Hardware" tab, and choose "Device Manager." The cable modem installation is now complete. C. Connecting the Cable Modem 14. To validate a proper installation, perform the following instructions: A. Click on page 35. 17
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Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows Me for the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" (Fig. 17). Note: If Windows Me does not recognize the cable modem's presence, i.e., the "Add New Hardware Wizard" did not automatically appear, your computer (Fig. 18). The automatic search should find and install the driver for USB ...
Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows Me for the "RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem" (Fig. 17). Note: If Windows Me does not recognize the cable modem's presence, i.e., the "Add New Hardware Wizard" did not automatically appear, your computer (Fig. 18). The automatic search should find and install the driver for USB ...