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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Cable Modem
Back Panel Ports
Cable Modem with USB and Ethernet Connections
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Cable Modem
Back Panel Ports
The Cable Modem’s ports are located on the back panel.
Power Port The Power port is where you will connect the included power adapter.
Reset Button The Reset button allows you to clear the Cable Modem’s connections and set the Cable
Modem to the factory defaults.
Ethernet Port The Ethernet port allows you to connect the Cable Modem to your PC or other Ethernet
network device using a Category 5 (or better) Ethernet network cable.
USB Port The USB port allows you to connect the Cable Modem to your PC using the included USB cable.
Cable Port The Cable port is where you will connect the cable from your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
This is a round coaxial cable, like the one that connects to the back of your cable box or
television.
Figure 2-1: Back Panel