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Chapter 2 Installing the DOCSIS Cable Modem
Installing the Battery
Installing the battery requires no tools. Follow these instructions to install the battery.
WARNING:
Fully charged
1Turn the cable modem so that you are facing the side with the battery compartment.
2Gently release the latch to open the battery cover and gain access to the battery compartment.
3Insert the battery into the battery compartment. Do not force the battery into the compartment, but be sure to press the battery all the way in until it seats fully.
4Close the battery compartment door.
Important: After you install the cable modem and plug it into an AC electrical outlet as described in Install the Cable Modem (on page 18), it can take as long as 24 hours for the battery to charge fully. However, you can begin using your
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