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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What if I don't subscribe to cable TV?
A. If cable TV is available in your area, data service may be made available with or
without subscribing to cable TV service. Contact your local cable service provider for
complete information on cable services, including high-speed Internet access.
Q. How do I arrange for installation?
A. Call your service provider to inquire about professional installation. A
professional installation ensures proper cable connection to the modem and to your
PC, and it ensures the proper configuration of all hardware and software settings.
Contact your cable telephony service provider for more information about
installation.
Q. How does the cable modem connect to my computer?
A. The cable modem connects to the USB port or to the 10/100BASE-T Ethernet port
on your PC. If you want to use an Ethernet interface, Ethernet cards available from
your local PC or office supply retailer, or from your service provider.
Q. After my cable modem is connected, how do I access the Internet?
A. Your local service provider becomes your Internet Service Provider (ISP). They
offer a wide range of services including e-mail, chat, news, and information services.
Your service provider will provide the software you will need.
Q. Can I watch TV and surf the Internet at the same time?
A. Absolutely! If you subscribe to cable television service, you can watch TV and
use your cable modem at the same time by connecting your TV and your cable
modem to the cable network using an optional cable signal splitter.
Q. Can I run more than one device on the modem?
A. Yes. A single cable modem will theoretically support up to 253 Ethernet devices
utilizing user-supplied Ethernet hubs or routers that you can purchase at your local
PC or office supply retailer. Another user at your location can simultaneously
connect to the USB port on the cable modem. Contact your service provider for
further assistance.
