Zoom CableModem User Manual
Using Your Cable Modem
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Using Your Cable Modem
Once you’ve installed the modem and configured your browser
to use a LAN, connecting to the Internet is as simple as clicking
the icon that corresponds to the desired Internet application.
Note: At this time you may also want to install and use other
software, such as the programs furnished by your cable
service provider. Refer to the CD(s) for installation
instructions.
Connecting to the Internet
When you have correctly installed the Zoom Cable Modem, it
powers up and synchronizes itself with the cable network. The
READY light, SYNC light, and USB light go on, indicating that
the modem is synchronized and fully operational.
To connect to the Internet, start your browser or other Internet
To connect to the Internet, start your browser or other Internet
application.
Ending an Internet Session
After you have completed your Internet session, just close your
browser. The Zoom Cable Modem remains connected with the
cable system and stays ready to open another session.
Unplugging the Modem
If the Zoom Cable Modem is unplugged or if power is lost for any
other reason, all communication between the modem and the cable
system is terminated. When the power is restored, the cable
modem must go through the full startup and synchronization
process before you can connect to the Internet. This process is
performed automatically when the modem is powered up.