RCA DCM425R User Guide - Page 3

Table of Contents Introduction ...2 Cable Modem Features ...2 What's on the CD-ROM ...2 Accessing the Diagnostics Display through the CD-ROM 2 Computer Requirements ...3 Cable Modem Overview ...4 What the Modem Does ...4 What the Modem Needs to Do Its Job ...5 Before You Begin ...5 Contact Your Local Cable Company ...5 Connecting the Cable Modem ...7 Connecting the Cable Modem to a Single Computer 7 USB Connection ...9 Using Windows 98 SE for USB Connection ...10 Using Windows 2000 for USB Connection ...14 Using Windows Me for USB Connection ...18 Using Windows XP for USB Connection ...20 Ethernet Connection to One Computer ...22 Connecting More Than Two Computers to the Cable Modem 23 Activating the Cable Modem ...24 Initialization Mode ...24 Using the Cable Modem ...26 Indicators - Operational Mode ...25 Buttons ...25 Reset Switch ...26 Other Status Indicators ...26 Frequently Asked Questions ...27 General Troubleshooting ...29 USB Troubleshooting ...31 FCC Declaration of Conformity and Industry Canada Information 42 Quick Reference ...43 Service Information ...44 Glossary ...45 1