Scientific Atlanta DPX100, DPX120 manual Common Troubleshooting Issues

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Common Troubleshooting Issues

The modem does not register an Ethernet connection.

Even new computers do not always have Ethernet capabilities. Be sure to verify that your computer has a 10/100BaseT Ethernet card and that the Ethernet driver software is properly installed. If you purchase and install an Ethernet card, follow the installation instructions very carefully.

The modem does not register an Ethernet connection after connecting to a hub.

If you are connecting multiple PCs to the cable modem, you should first connect the modem to the up-link port of the hub. The LINK LED of the hub will illuminate continuously.

The modem does not register a cable connection.

•The modem works with a standard,

75-ohm, RF coaxial cable. If you are using a different cable, your cable modem will not function properly. Contact your cable service provider to determine whether you are using the correct cable.

•Verify that you have followed the procedure for Renewing the IP address for Windows 95/98/98SE and ME PCs earlier in this guide.

•Your NIC card or USB interface may be malfunctioning. Refer to the trouble- shooting information in the NIC or USB documentation.

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