RCA THG540 Connecting More Than Two Computers to the Cable Modem, Ethernet Hub Connection

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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup

Connecting More Than Two Computers to the Cable Modem

If you need to connect more than two computers or if you need to connect two computers, but USB is not available, you’ll need the following additional equipment:

Crossover-wired, or “null,” category 5 Ethernet cable for the cable modem to be connected to the hub

10BaseT or 100BaseT Hub or Switch

Straight through, or standard, category 5 Ethernet cable (one for each computer to be connected)

If you have a hub with an uplink port*, a straight through cable can be used in combination with that port in lieu of the crossover cable.

*An uplink port has a small switch on it to change the polarity of the connection. It can accept either a crossover or a straight cable, depending on the setting.

Fig.4: Ethernet Hub Connection

Note: You may need to check with your service provider in order to connect multiple computers.

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Contents THG540 Voice Over IP Cable Modem Euro-DOCSIS compliant Important InformationProduct Information Operating InformationTable of Contents Table of Contents Introduction Voice over IP Cable Modem Features Accessing the Diagnostics Display through the CD-ROMWhat’s on the CD-ROM Placing the Rubber Feet on the Cable Modem Computer RequirementsCable Modem Overview Front Panel MTA OFF Flash MTA Dhcp MTA SNMP/TFTP Rear Panel Wall Mounting Relationship among the Devices What the Modem DoesWhat the Modem Needs to Do Its Job Contact Your Local Cable Company Important Information Please verify the following with the cable companyAttaching the Cable TV Wire to the Cable Modem Connecting the Cable Modem to a Single ComputerUSB Connection to One Computer Important Connection InformationConnections and Setup Using Windows 2000 for USB Connection USB Connection Without Using the Installation WizardConnections and Setup Connections and Setup Using Windows Me for USB Connection Using Windows XP for USB Connection Connections and Setup Connections and Setup Connections and Setup Ethernet Connection to One Computer Ethernet Hub Connection Connecting More Than Two Computers to the Cable ModemTelephone or Fax Connection Activating the Cable Modem Additional Information Frequently Asked QuestionsGeneral Troubleshooting All of the lights are flashing in sequenceCan’t get the modem to establish an Ethernet connection Don’t hear a dial tone when I use a telephone Service Information Glossary Additional Information Fore more information