RCA THG540 user manual Activating the Cable Modem

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Chapter 1: Connections and Setup

Activating the Cable Modem

After you install the cable modem and turn it on for the first time (and each time the modem is reconnected to the power), it goes through several steps before it can be used. Each of these steps is represented by a different pattern of flashing lights on the front of the modem.

Note: All indicators flash once prior to the initialization sequence.

If all of the lights are flashing sequentially, it means the cable modem is automatically updating its system software. Please wait for the lights to stop flashing. You cannot use your modem during this time. Do not remove the power supply or reset the cable modem during this process.

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Contents THG540 Voice Over IP Cable Modem Euro-DOCSIS compliant Important InformationProduct Information Operating InformationTable of Contents Table of Contents What’s on the CD-ROM Introduction Voice over IP Cable Modem FeaturesAccessing the Diagnostics Display through 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 What the Modem Needs to Do Its Job Relationship among the DevicesWhat the Modem Does 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 QuestionsCan’t get the modem to establish an Ethernet connection General TroubleshootingAll of the lights are flashing in sequence Don’t hear a dial tone when I use a telephone Service Information Glossary Additional Information Fore more information