Asus ACM6050EB User Manual

Cable Modem

User's Manual

User’s Guide

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Product Name: Cable Modem
Manual Revision: 1.00 E1009
Release Date: April 2002

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Safety Statements

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
rules. 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.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING! The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in
order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to
the nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only
the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to con­nect I/O devices to this equipment. Y ou are cautioned that changes
or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. W ashington
DC: Office of the Federal Register , National Archives and Records Administration,
U.S. Government Printing Office.

UL

This product meets all safety requirements per UL-1950 standard.

CE

This certificate of conformity is based on an evaluation of the cable modem
that is in compliance with the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the
Amendment Directive 93/68/EEC.

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Contents

Chapter 1 - Overview ............................................................................... 5

Features.................................................................................................. 5

Package Contents .................................................................................. 5

System Requirements ............................................................................ 6

Installing a Network Card ....................................................................... 6

Preparations ........................................................................................ 6

Checking if TCP/IP is already installed ............................................... 7

Adding TCP/IP in Network properties.................................................. 7

Changing TCP/IP Settings .................................................................. 7

Chapter 2 - Installing the Cable Modem................................................. 8

Powering Up ........................................................................................... 9

Multiple Client Configuration................................................................... 9

Windows ME......................................................................................... 10

Windows 2000 ...................................................................................... 12

Windows XP ......................................................................................... 14

Chapter 3 - Using the Cable Modem..................................................... 15

Front Panel ........................................................................................... 15

Rear Panel............................................................................................ 16

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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.

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

Chapter 1

• 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)

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