User manual ASUS ACM6000EB ACM6000EB MANUAL(ENGLISH)

[. . . ] These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · · · · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. [. . . ] 15 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 4 Cable Modem User's Manual Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Overview Thank you for purchasing this cable modem. This cable modem delivers the highest performance in data over cable technology. Ideal for home and small business users, this easy-to-use communication device offers reliable connectivity as well as remarkable data transfer rates. Once the cable modem is powered up, you are online to enjoy real-time 3D animation, video conferencing, and perform other data intensive operations. Chapter 1 5 Features · · · · · · · Compliant to MCNS DOCSIS or Euro DOCSIS standards Support network management protocol Plug and Play operation for easy setup and operation Diagnosis through front panel LEDs Software upgradeable if initiated by your cable company Low power consumption Stylish, compact design Package Contents (1) Cable Modem (1) CAT. 5 Ethernet cable (RJ-45) (1) DC Power adapter (1) User's Manual (1) USB Driver Diskette (USB model only) (1) USB Cable (optional on USB model) Cable Modem User's Manual Chapter 1 - Introduction System Requirements Chapter 1 6 Before connecting the cable modem to your PC, make sure your system is equipped with a LAN controller and supports the TCP/IP protocol. Installing a Network Card Preparations If your system does not have an embedded LAN controller, you must install a network interface card as instructed below (assuming that you are using an Ethernet card under the operating system of Windows 98): 1. After restarting the system, rightclick My Computer on the motherboard. Power up your PC and follow the the Device Manager tab, and then Add New Hardware Wizard's double-click Network adapters instructions to install the driver. to confirm that the Ethernet driver When asked to restart your is properly installed. computer at the end of the installation, click Yes. Cable Modem User's Manual Chapter 1 - Introduction Checking if TCP/IP is already installed 1. Click the Start button Control Panel on the desktop. Double-click the Network icon . Chapter 1 7 2. In the list of installed network components try to find the TCP/ IP protocol. It may be followed by the name of the Ethernet controller. If you cannot locate anything that begins with TCP/IP, install it as described below. Adding TCP/IP in Network properties 1. Select Microsoft from the manufacturers. In the list of network protocols browse to TCP/IP and then double-click it. Changing TCP/IP Settings After the TCP/IP protocol is installed, restart your computer and consult the installation guide provided by your cable operator to complete TCP/IP configurations. Cable Modem User's Manual Chapter 2 - Installation Chapter 2 - Installing the Cable Modem Take the following steps to accomplish the installation procedure: 1. Connect the cable TV coaxial cable to the input connector of a signal splitter. Connect a coaxial cable from one of the output connectors on the splitter to the input connector of your TV set. Use another coaxial cable to connect the other output connector on the splitter and the RF connector on the rear panel of the cable modem. Connect the LAN cable from the LAN port on your computer to the LAN port on the rear panel of the cable modem. [. . . ] Power supplied through this jack will supply power to the cable modem. CABLE The connector may be located right next to the power input jack or the serial port. The F-Type female connector allows cable data communication between the cable modem and the cable service provider through a coaxial cable. CONSOLE (on selected models) The 9-pin D-sub serial port supports the RS-232 terminal interface for advanced cable modem management. [. . . ]