SMC Networks SMC8014W-G - Manual (Page 54)

B.5 | Symptom / Action Troubleshooting
The Gateway can be easily monitored through panel indicators to identify problems. Please
refer to Chapter 2 – Section 2.0 | LED Definitions to confirm you have the correct LED status. If
not, then refer to the symptoms and actions outlined below:
SYMPTOM: Power LED is Off
ACTION:
• Check connections between the Gateway, the external power supply, and the wall
outlet.
• If the power indicator does not light when the power cord is plugged in, you may have
a problem with the power outlet, power cord, or external power supply.
• If the unit powers off after running for a while, check for loose power connections,
power losses, or surges at the power outlet.
• If you cannot isolate the problem, then the external power supply may be defective. In
this case, contact your cable operator for assistance.
SYMPTOM: Diag LED is On
ACTION:
• Power Cycle the Gateway. Unplug the Gateway – wait 5 seconds – plug it back into
power.
• If the Diag LED is still on, reset the hardware as outlined in Chapter 2 and power cycle
the Gateway again.
• If this does not resolve your problem, contact your cable operator for assistance.
SYMPTOM: Cable LED is Off or Flashing
ACTION:
• Power Cycle the Gateway. Unplug the Gateway – wait 5 seconds – plug it back into
power.
• Confirm your cable operator is not having network issues and the network is up and
running.
• If you cannot isolate the problem contact your cable operator for assistance.
SYMPTOM: Wireless LED is Off
ACTION:
• Check to insure the wireless card in the back panel is firmly plugged into the card slot.
If not, unplug Gateway and put the wireless card firmly into the PC Card slot.
• Confirm wireless option is enabled in the web-management
• Reboot the Gateway.
• If you cannot isolate the problem contact your cable operator for assistance.
SYMPTOM: Cannot connect using the web browser
ACTION:
• Confirm that you are using a Java-supported browser such as Internet Explorer 5.0 or
above, or Netscape Navigator 5.0 or above.
• Disable any firewall or security software that may be running on your PC.
• You will also need to verify that the “HTTP Proxy” feature of your web browser is
disabled. Refer to Chapter 5 | Configuring the EZ Connect™ Wireless Cable Modem
Gateway for more information.
• Check that you have a valid network connection to the Gateway.
• Check the network cabling between the management station and the Gateway.
SYMPTOM: Forgot or lost the password
ACTION:
• Contact your cable operator for assistance.