A modem is a gateway to the Internet. Any modem does not work with any Internet provider. This is because certain type of service needs certain type of hardware. The majority of modems lack the appropriate components to function in a proper way. Some Internet Service Providers need their customers to use the modem they supply. You can choose and buy a modem after you have ensured that it is compatible with your Internet tier and ISP. You must also focus on some important features like the complete control over which device has priority for apps and whether it acts as a router and transmit the wireless signal.
Prepare the modem information
Many people worldwide buy a refurbished modem and save their hard-earned money. They ensure that the modem they choose and buy does not fail to be compatible with their Internet Service Provider. You can read the complete specifications of the modems before buying it.
MAC Address is a distinctive 12-character string which identifies the modem. A unique MAC ID of the modem is required by the most cable providers. You can access this ID on a sticker on the modem. There are so many instances of MAC addresses on the device. An eMTA MAC address of the telephony modems and the WiFi modems with WLAN MAC address is the important thing to consider. This is because the MAC or CMAC cable address is vital in the networking operations.
Some internet service providers ask the serial number of the device along with the MAC address. This address is located nearby the MAC address and usually labelled serial SN or S/N. An account ID of the Internet provider is another significant thing associated with the modem setup and activation. This account ID helps your internet service provider to identify you. You can use your last billing statement and find your account ID. Some internet service provider’s lookup the account details of the customers by name, address, and along with the 4-digit social.
Disconnect current and connect the latest modem
You require swapping the Ethernet and coaxial line of the existing rental utensils over the newly purchased modem. It is the suitable time to copy the existing modem configuration. If you have done it, then you can begin a step further for successfully setup and activate the cable modem.
Confirm Internet access
In general, modems have 5 digits. If you first connect the device, then you may be surprised with different lights blinking. You have to go dark apart from the power light. These lights start to blink one by one and become solid. The light is green when your device uses the overall labels rather than icons. If the Internet or online light is solid green and staying on, then you can get a steady Internet connection. You must reset the modem by selecting the hard reset key on the modem or unplug the modem from the power outlet for a minute and then plug it back in when the light is not a solid green.
Activate new modem
The majority of the Internet service providers need you activate the new device using the information about the device. You have to find and use step by step guidelines to activate new modem device for using the Internet connection from your Internet service provider. This is because some differences in the overall approach for activating the modem with every Internet service provider.
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Now, you must be able to browse the Internet with the help of a new device. Now, connect the router and get the WiFi connection. You can connect to the network using the complete credentials listed on the sticker of the modem or instruction booklet when your modem has the built-in WiFi.
Return the rental modem
You can return the rental equipment and get your cable receipt cut. You can either ship or drop off the old modem with the prepaid delivery label or return the leasing modem equipment in person to the local office based on the modem provider and get the receipt as a proof of return to avoid erroneous billing statements and any potential issue with the missing equipment. You have to check the next billing statement for a discount. This is because the majority of cases where the Internet service provider does not remove the rental fee from the monthly modem rental bill. Do not forget to double-check your next few statements and extra charge is dropped.
Connecting the modem to a cable outlet or phone jack is an easy thing for everyone. You may have a DSL Internet connection and think about how to set up your modem and activate it. You can plug the phone able in to the DSL port and plug the coax cable into the “cable in” or “RF in” jack. The next step is to connect the modem to the cable outlet or phone jack. DSL Internet plugs into the phone hack with the phone card.
The cable internet plugs into the cable outlet with the coaxial cable. DSL and cable have to plug into the wall for the Internet service to work in a proper way. You need such connection to the complete power grid and the connection to the Internet service. If you have done it, then you can plug the modem into the power outlet. Now, watch lights on the modem and wait as this process takes from 30 seconds to a minute.