Quick Start Guide
Table Of Contents
- Most users will connect a WiFi router to the MB8611. This connection may be made initially, before activating the cable modem, or it may be done after the cable modem has been activated. A wireless router lets multiple devices (computers, smartphones,...
- 1. The cable modem and the router should both be powered off.
- 2. Plug one end of the cable modem’s Ethernet cable into the Ethernet jack of your modem and plug the other end of the cable into the router’s WAN port. (You may need to disconnect the cable from your computer first.)
- 3. Power-up the cable modem. Wait for the ONLINE light ( or ) to be solidly lit.
- 4. Power-up the router. Wait for the router to complete its power-up sequence.
- 5. The Ethernet port light on your modem should be lit to show the Ethernet connection to your router. Note the color will be white for 100BT, green for 1 Gig Ethernet, and blue for 2.5Gig Ethernet.
- 6. Follow your router’s instructions for setting up the router and connected devices.
- If you haven’t already activated your Internet service, do that now. (See Prepare to activate on page 5.) Using a computer or other device connected to the router, try connecting to the Internet. If it works, Congratulations! Installation is complete.
- Troubleshooting Tips
5
Prepare to activate
Power up your cable modem. To do this, the On/Off button
needs to be On (Push the button in until it clicks). Wait for
the online connection light ( for 3.0, or for 3.1) to stop
flashing and remain solidly lit.
This may take up to 15
minutes.
Activate with your service provider
Some service providers allow you to activate by calling them.
Others, like Comcast Xfinity and Cox, prefer that you activate
by opening the Web browser of a computer that’s plugged
into the MB8611’s Ethernet port.
If you have a computer, plug it into the MB8611’s Ethernet
port. Once you've opened the computer’s browser, go to
your service provider’s web page. This should bring you
directly to the service provider's activation page. Follow the
onscreen instructions.
If you don’t have a computer, you can normally activate by
calling your service provider.
Another option is to first connect a WiFi router to the MB8611
as described on page 7 of this Quick Start. Then use the
browser of your smartphone, tablet, or other WiFi device to
go to your service provider’s web page, where you should
see an activation page’s onscreen instructions.