How Do I Connect My Devices to Use the Internet?

3Connect the active RF coaxial cable to the CABLE connector. Use an optional cable signal splitter to add a TV, a DHCT or set-top converter, or a VCR.

4Insert the AC power cord into the POWER connector on the back of the cable modem, and then plug the cord into an AC power source.

5Plug in and power on your networked devices including your PC. The cable modem will then begin an automatic search to locate and sign on to the broadband data network. This process may take up to 5 minutes. The modem will be ready for use when the ONLINE LED status indicator on the front panel stops blinking and illuminates continuously.

6The next step in setting up your cable modem is to configure your Internet devices for Internet access. Choose one of the following options:

„If you want to use Ethernet connections, you must configure the TCP/IP protocol. To configure the TCP/IP protocol, go to How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol? (on page 19).

„If you want to use USB connections, you must install the USB drivers. To install the USB Drivers for USB, go to How Do I Install USB Drivers? (on page 22).

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