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Chapter 1
Product Overview
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Cable Modem with USB and Ethernet Connections
Chapter 1: Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the Linksys Cable Modem with USB and
Ethernet Connections. It allows you a fast and convenient connection
to the Internet. Also, the Cable Modem works with any cable Internet
Service Provider (ISP) because the Cable Modem is fully compliant with
all industry standards—DOCSIS 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0.
Front Panel
Power (Green) The Power LED lights up when the Cable
Modem is powered on. It is solidly lit after the self-test.
DS (Green) The DS (Downstream) LED lights up and flashes
when the Cable Modem is trying to lock on a downstream
signal. The LED is solidly lit when it is locked on the signal.
US (Green) The US (Upstream) LED lights up and flashes when
the Cable Modem is trying to lock on an upstream signal. The
LED is solidly lit when it is locked on the signal.
Online (Green) The Online LED flashes when the Cable
Modem is establishing a connection to your cable ISP. It is
solidly lit when the Cable Modem is synchronized with your
cable ISP.
Link (Green) The Link LED lights up when the Cable Modem is
connected to your computer or network through the Ethernet
or USB port. It flashes when there is activity on the Ethernet or
USB port.
NOTE: If the DS, US, and Online LEDs are flashing, the Cable
Modem is performing a self-test.