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Q & A Q: How does the cable modem connect to the hub/switch via the 10BASE-T?
A: Connect to the uplink port on the 10BASE-T hub/switch, or use cross over
Ethernet cable to connect the normal port on the 10BASE-T hub/switch.
(See below)
Q: How does the cable modem connect to the PC via the USB?
A: Plug the Type A end of the USB cable into the USB port located in the back
(side) of your PC. And, plug the Type B end of the USB cable into the back of
the USB port located in the back of cable modem.
(See above)
NOTE: Macintosh computers do not support networking through USB.
Mac users must use an Ethernet connection.
Q: Do I need to turn off the cable modem?
A: No. You can leave cable modem powered up.
Q: How can I connect multiple PCs to the cable modem?
A: You can use 10BASE-T and USB interfaces simultaneously, and also can use a
10BASE-T hub or switch for physical connection. The cable modem is
controlled by the Cable Operator to allocate how many PCs are available.
Please contact your local Cable Operator to activate multiple PCs under the
cable modem. Additional IP addresses will be required. A routing device (router)
can also be used.
Cross over Cable
or connect to
uplink port
Cable Modem
Cable TV Coax
PC
PC
HUB/ Switch
10BASE-T
USB Cable