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Page 2 - Introduction; Installation Overview; Estimated time: 15 to 30 minutes; CM212 Broadband Cable Modem

Introduction Thank you for purchasing a NETGEAR CM212 Cable Modem. With this modem you canhave secure high-speed Internet access and, if you have an Cable/DSL Gateway Router, sharethe modem with several computers. This installation guide shows you how to connect the modem and configure it and yourco...

Page 3 - What’s in the Box

What’s in the Box When you open the box, verify that you received everything. The package includes: • NETGEAR CM212 Cable Modem • AC power adapter • Vertical stand • Ethernet patch cable • USB cable • CM212 GearBox CD • CM212 Installation Guide (this document) • Warranty and registration card • Supp...

Page 4 - Prepare for Installation; USB Connection; Ethernet Connection; Windows

Prepare for Installation Before installing the CM212 cable modem, you should have active (two-way) cableservice and an Internet account with your cable provider. Note: If you’re connecting a single computer to the modem, you may use either themodem’s USB or Ethernet port. If you’re connecting more t...

Page 5 - Install the Cable Modem; Proceed to Chapter 3 page 6 to install the USB drivers.

Install the Cable Modem After unpacking the box, you can install the cable modem. You do not have to powerdown any equipment to do this, but if you need to move your computer (perhaps to getto a port in the back), you may want to shut down the computer before moving it. USB Connection Use the USB ca...

Page 6 - If the computer was turned off, turn it on now.

Ethernet Connection Use the Ethernet cable if you’re connecting the modem to one or more computers and youhave an available RJ-45 port on your computer. 1. Connect the CATV cable from the wall outlet to the Cable port on the modem. 2. Connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 port on the computer and ...

Page 7 - Next, you configure the computer to interact with the modem.

Configure the Computer to Work withthe Modem Next, you configure the computer to interact with the modem. USB Connection Note: The modem must be connected to the Coaxial Cable and established link(Cable and Status Lights are solid Green) before your PC will recognize the modem. For the USB connectio...

Page 8 - Select; and click

4. Select “Search for suitable drivers for my device” and click Next 5. Select CD-ROM Drives and click Next . 7

Page 9 - Click; when the following dialog box appears.

6. Click Next when the following dialog box appears. 7. Click Finish . 8

Page 10 - When the following dialog box appears, click; Restart the computer.

8. When the following dialog box appears, click Yes . 9. Restart the computer. 10. Proceed to Chapter 4 – Test the Connection on page 11. Ethernet Connection For the Ethernet connection, configure the TCP/IP settings on the computer and then restartthe computer. How you do this depends on your compu...

Page 13 - Test the Connection; To test your setup, you view a Web page online.

Test the Connection To test your setup, you view a Web page online. 1. Start your Internet browser on the computer 2. Go to NETGEAR’s Web site (www.NETGEAR.com). Note: If NETGEAR’S Web site doesn’t appear, go to Troubleshooting on page 13. 3. Quit your Internet browser. 12 4 4

Page 15 - Troubleshooting; No lights are lit on the modem

Troubleshooting No lights are lit on the modem The modem has no power. • Make sure the power adapter is properly connected to the modem. • Make sure the power adapter is properly connected to a functioning power outlet. If it’s ina power strip, make sure the power strip is turned on. • Make sure you...

Page 17 - Glossary of Terms; Cable Modem System Requirements; Modem Specifications

Glossary of Terms Category 5 (CAT5): A twisted pair cable that meets specified requirements for high-speed networking. Community Antenna Television (CATV): Broadband cable TV and Internet access service. DOCSIS: Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification. A specification that defines interface ...

Page 18 - Statement of Conditions

Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement This equipment is in the second category (information equipment to be used in residential areas) and conforms to thestandards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic OfficeMachines t...

Page 19 - Technical Support; Support Information

Technical Support PLEASE REFER TO THE SUPPORT INFORMATION CARD THAT SHIPPED WITHYOUR PRODUCT. By registering your product at www.NETGEAR.com/register, we can provide you with fasterexpert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades. NETGEAR, INC. Support Information Phone: ...