Q & a – Toshiba DAZ8820F PCX2000 User Manual

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Q & A

Q: How to connect the cable modem to the hub/switch via the 10BASE-T ?

A: Cable Modem is connected to the uplink port on the hub/switch, or use cross-over

Ethernet cable to connect the normal port on the 10BASE-T hub/switch.

(See below)

Q:How to connect the Cable Modem to the PC via the USB ?

A: Plug the Type A end of the USB cable into the USB port of your PC. And plug the

Type B end of the USB cable into the USB port located in the back of Cable Modem.

(See above)

NOTES: Macintosh computers do not support networking through USB.

Mac users must use an Ethernet connection.

Q: Do I need to turn off the Cable Modem ?

A: No. You can leave Cable Modem powered up.

Q: How can I connect multiple PC to the Cable Modem?

A: You can use 10BASE-T and USB interfaces simultaneously, and also can use a

10BASE-T hub or switch for physical connection. Cable Modem is controlled by the

Cable Operator to allocate how many PCs are available. Please contact your local

Cable Operator to activate multiple PCs under the Cable Modem.

Q: Where can I download the driver for Cable modem?

A: In case of use 10BASE-T interface, the Cable Modem is a stand-alone device that

has a 10BASE-T port. All workstations or hub must have a 10BASE-T port or card

to connect to the Cable Modem. Since the Cable Modem is a stand alone device,

there is no special driver needed on the workstation.

In case of use USB interface, the Cable Modem that connects to a PC running

Cross-over Cable
or connect to
uplink port

Cable Modem

Cable TV Coax

PC

PC

HUB/ Switch

10BASE-T

USB Cable

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