3Com 8R-002700-00, Getting Started Manual

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Introduction
Congratulations! You have just purchased a modem which features a
pioneering new technology. 3Com, the leader in networking and data
access, is proud to offer you this technology that makes Internet access
possible at speeds previously only imagined!
This internal cable modem is one part of a comprehensive
communications system that utilizes the cable television network to
deliver high-speed data to your computer. Data is requested via your
phone line and sent from the Internet via the cable network to your
computer at burst rates of up to 38 Mbps*!
* Actual speeds will vary depending on computer hardware, applications,
service offered by your Broadband Service Provider, and network traffic.
NOTE: If the information in the release notes shipped with your product
differs from the information in this guide, follow the instructions in the
release notes.
Conventions
The following table lists the conventions used within this manual.
Icon Notice Type Description
Information note Important features or instructions
Caution Information to alert you to potential damage to a
program, system, or device
Warning Information to alert you to potential personal injury