D-Link DCM-200 - Manual (Page 9)

DCM-200 USB/Ethernet Cable Modem
Setting Up the Device
Before You Start
Local Cable Service
You will need to establish two-way service with your local cable operator in order to access the Internet with this
modem. They will assist you in setting up the modem to operate on their network.
In order for your modem to communicate with the cable service network server it will first need to be able to
identify the cable modem. The Cable Media Access Control (CMAC) address is a unique number that is used for the
purpose of identifying the modem on the network. The CMAC address is found on the rear panel of the modem. You
may be required to provide this information to your cable service operator. For convenient reference you can write
the CMAC address in the space provided below.
CMAC address ______________________________________
System Requirements
The capabilities and limitations of your computer equipment and configuration can affect the overall performance of
your Internet connection.
The DCM-200 USB/Ethernet Cable Modem is designed to work with the following operating systems:
♦ Windows 98/98 SE (Second Edition)
♦ Windows 2000
♦ Windows ME (Millennium Edition)
♦ Active Ethernet Port or NIC installed
♦ TCP/IP installed on all devices
All computers not using the USB interface that are connected to the modem must have either an active Ethernet
interface or network interface card (NIC) installed. You will need to enable TCP/IP protocol on each computer.
TCP/IP should already be installed in any computer with an active Ethernet interface. The instructions for
installing TCP/IP vary depending on the type of system used. These instructions will be included with the NIC or
discussed in the computer’s manual if your PC comes equipped with an Ethernet port. Your cable operator may
have additional instructions for TCP/IP configuration that must be followed.
Installation
The installation of the DCM-200 USB/Ethernet Cable Modem can be completed in a matter of minutes. Be careful to
insure the cables are properly locked into position. Follow these steps (see the figure of the rear panel in Chapter
Two):