How Do I Connect Ethernet Network Devices?
WARNING:
Hazardous electrical voltages can be present on any connected wiring. Ethernet wiring and connections must be properly insulated to prevent electrical shock. Disconnect power from the cable modem gateway before attempting to connect to any device.
To avoid personal injury, follow these steps in the exact order shown.
CAUTION:
To prevent possible damage to the equipment, disconnect any other service before connecting your cable modem gateway to other devices.
Read the warnings and caution on this page. Then, follow the subsequent installation procedures to ensure proper cable modem gateway operation when connecting Ethernet network devices.
1Select locations for Ethernet network devices. For more information, see How Do I Select and Place Ethernet Network Devices? (on page 29).
2Connect the Ethernet port on the cable modem gateway to your PC.
3Connect additional Ethernet network devices by connecting an Ethernet hub or router to the cable modem gateway.
4Connect the active RF coaxial cable to the CABLE connector on the back of the cable modem gateway. Use an optional cable signal splitter to add a TV, a DHCT or
5After all connections are complete, insert the AC power cord into the POWER connector on the back of the cable modem gateway, and then plug the cord into an AC power source.
6The cable modem gateway begins an automatic search to locate and sign on to the network. In some unusual circumstances, this process may take up to 5 minutes. The cable modem gateway is ready for use when the ONLINE LED status indicator on the front panel stops blinking and illuminates continuously.
7Verify that all Ethernet network devices are working properly.
Note: You will not be able to check the front panel LED status indicator on the cable modem gateway until after one or more Ethernet network devices are connected to the cable modem gateway.
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