Cables to Go DOCSIS Cable Modem manual Troubleshooting Network Problems

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Section 2: Troubleshooting Network Problems

If you have been referred to this section from one of the paragraphs above then there is a possible problem with your cable network. Contact your CATV ISP to check if the network is functioning correctly. If the network is functioning correctly then there is likely a problem with your cable modem. Contact your CATV ISP.

Section 3: Troubleshooting User Application Problems

Question 7: If CATV ISP provides one IP address only, how do I switch CPE?

Answer: Possible Solutions:

You may switch CPE in two ways:

1.On same computer, switch between Ethernet and USB interfaces

2.Switch from A computer to B computer

No matter how you switch CPE, please be noted that this cable modem is following with DOCSIS specification definition. The DOCSIS rules if changing to the other CPE device, the cable modem learned original CPE information can't be replaced.

You have to do restart (power cycle) or reset the cable modem and follow with the Ethernet or USB installation to set up your cable modem.

Question 8: How to Offer Multiple Users to Operate on One Cable Modem

Answer: Possible Solutions:

1.Connecting to 2 Computer Devices through Ethernet and USB Interfaces: This cable modem provides you the feature for Ethernet and USB interfaces to operate on 2 different computer devices simultaneously. However, you have to obtain additional IP addresses from your CATV ISP.

2.Connecting to More Than one Computer Devices through Ethernet Interface using an External Hub:

The Cable Modem can simultaneously support up to 15 host devices. The actual number may be limited by your CATV ISP. If your CATV ISP allows you to use multiple IP addresses, you may attach multiple computers or other IP devices using an external hub.

Question 9: How to check if the USB Installation is completed?

Answer:

Using USB with the Windows 98 or Windows Me Operating System

1. Click Network on Control Panel, make sure USB Cable Modem is installed

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Contents User Guide Rev DocsisPage FCC Statement WarrantyTrademarks Docsis 1.0/ 1.1 Equivalent Cable ModemTable of Content Introduction About This ManualGeneral Description Safety Precautions FeaturesBefore You Begin System Requirement of USB Connection optionalOperation Environment Unpacking and InspectionStep Hardware InstallationOptional Connecting the AC Adapter PowerConnecting the USB Cable USB port Setting Up the Computer to Use an Ethernet Connection Ethernet InstallationUSB Installation Optional Docsis 1.0/ 1.1 Equivalent Cable Modem Docsis 1.0/ 1.1 Equivalent Cable Modem Docsis 1.0/ 1.1 Equivalent Cable Modem LED power-on sequence Name Color Mode StatusCable Modem LED Operation LEDs meanParameter Value Appendix a Cable Modem SpecificationsElectrical Specification Troubleshooting Modem LED Problems Appendix B Questions and AnswersQuestion 1 The Power Light Is Off Answer Question 2 The Cable Light Is Off AnswerQuestion 5 The TX Light Is Off Answer Question 4 The RX Light Is Off AnswerTroubleshooting User Application Problems Troubleshooting Network ProblemsDocsis 1.0/ 1.1 Equivalent Cable Modem Docsis 1.0/ 1.1 Equivalent Cable Modem Docsis 1.0/ 1.1 Equivalent Cable Modem Docsis 1.0/ 1.1 Equivalent Cable Modem Docsis 1.0/ 1.1 Equivalent Cable Modem Page BER Appendix C GlossaryCatv CccmDhcp DNSDocsis Icmp ISPLED Mcns MSONAT Snmp QpskTCP TCP/IP64QAM 10BaseT