Connecting the Cable Modem
1
Connect one end of the coax cable to the cable outlet or splitter, and the
other end to the Cable Modem’s Cable connector (
C
). Tighten the connec-
tions by hand, then tighten an additional 1/8 turn with a wrench.
Note
: For best performance, use high-quality RG-6 type coax cable and mini-
mize or eliminate splitters between the cable jack and the Cable Modem.
2
Insert the plug from the power cord into the Power connector on the Cable
Modem (
D
) and insert the power cord into a convenient AC outlet.
Model CM900S only:
Make sure that the rear panel power switch (
E
) is set
to the ON position.
The Power light on the front of the Cable Modem lights up, then flashes once
(refer to the Indicator Lights table for your model). See
Troubleshooting
if
the Power light does not turn on.
Making Ethernet Connections
3
Connect one end of the yellow Ethernet cable to the yellow port on the back
of the Cable Modem labeled “Ethernet 10/100/1000,” (
C
) and the other end
to the Ethernet port on a computer, hub, or broadband router.
Note
: If you are connecting to a computer, use the Ethernet cable included
in the Cable Modem package.
Touchstone CM900 Cable Modem User’s Guide
Safety
Getting
Started
Installation
Ethernet
Configuration
Usage
Troubleshooting
Glossary
18
Ethernet
10/100/1000
Reset
Cable
Ethernet
10/100/1000
Reset
Cable
A
B
C
D
CM900A
E
CM900S
