Quick Start Guide

Installing Your Modem
Requirements
Before installing the modem, make sure that you meet the requirements listed below.
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An Internet-capable computer or router equipped with an Ethernet port
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An active cable input line
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An Internet connection from a service provider
Getting a high-speed Internet account
You will need a high-speed Internet account in order to use this modem. If you do not have a high-speed
Internet account, your service provider can set up your account for Internet service.
You will need to give your service provider information about the modem in order to get Internet access.
Refer to the label on the back or bottom of your modem for this information.
If you already have a high-speed Internet account
If you already have a high-speed Internet account, you will need to give your service provider the serial
number and MAC address of the modem. Refer to the label on the back of your modem for this
information. Your service provider may also ask for other account details, which you should have
available (account number, account holder phone number, login information).
Modem information
You will need to give your service provider the following information, which is printed on the bar code
label attached to the modem:
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The serial number of the modem. The serial number consists of a series of decimal characters
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