DCM-100 DOCSIS 1.0 Ethernet Cable Modem User’s Manual First Edition (April 2001) 6DCM200...
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem Table of Contents Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................3 Features..........................................................................................................................................................................3 Contents and Identification.........................................................................................
1 Introduction Thank you for choosing the D-Link DCM-100 digital, two-way DOCSIS 1.0-compliant Ethernet Cable Modem. The DCM-100 provides customers with high-speed access to the Internet through your cable TV (CATV) network connection. It works on any cable system that complies with MCNS DOCSIS specifications and provides a highbandwidth connection to the Internet.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem 2 Contents and Identification Contents Open the shipping carton and carefully remove all items. In addition to this User's Manual, ascertain that you have: ♦ DCM-100 Cable Modem ♦ External power adapter ♦ Category 5 Ethernet cable ♦ User’s Manual on CD ♦ Quick Install Guide If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller or D-Link directly at one of the offices listed at the rear of the manual for replacement.
♦ AC Power Connector - For the included power adapter, if you use a power adapter other than the one included with the product, please make sure it has a DC output of 12V/1A. ♦ Ethernet 10BASE-T Port - The 10BASE-T Ethernet port accepts Category 5 or better UTP cabling with an RJ-45 connector used to connect the DCM-100 to a LAN device (hub, switch, PC, etc.). ♦ Cable In - This jack is used to connect the DCM-100 to the splitter.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem 3 Understanding Your LED Indicators Before setting up your Ethernet Cable Modem for the first time, take a few minutes to look over this section and familiarize yourself with the front panel LED indicators depicted below. DCM-100 ♦ Power - This LED is lit red when the device is receiving power; otherwise, it is unlit. ♦ Link - This LED is lit green to indicate that a valid connection exists between the Ethernet port on the Cable Modem and your PC.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem 4 Setting Up the Device Before You Start Local Cable Service You will need to establish an account 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. Then for your modem to communicate with the cable service, you will first need to be able to identify the cable modem.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem Installation The installation of the DCM-100 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): 1. Connect the coaxial TV cable to the DCM-100 jack labeled “CABLE IN.” 2. Connect the external power adapter into the connector labeled “POWER” and the other end to the electrical outlet. 3.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem 5 Troubleshooting If the Ethernet Cable Modem has been properly set up it is unlikely that you should experience any problems with it under normal circumstances. However, we list here some possible solutions to problems that you might experience. Problem Possible Solution Cannot access the Internet or e-mail service. Check all connections. • Make sure the cable TV line and the Ethernet (RJ-45) cable is securely connected at all points.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem Note: If your TV’s picture quality is diminished when the Ethernet Cable Modem is in operation, you may need to contact your Cable TV operator to obtain a High Pass Filter. This should be placed between the splitter and the TV (or if you have a digital set-top box, between the splitter and the set-top box that precedes the TV). Contacting Technical Support D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States. U.S.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem Offices AUSTRALIA CANADA D-Link Australasia Unit 16, 390 Eastern Valley Way, Roseville, NSW 2069 Australia TEL: 61-2-9417-7100 FAX: 61-2-9417-1077 TOLL FREE (Australia): 1800-177100 TOLL FREE (New Zealand): 0800-900900 URL: www.dlink.com.au E-MAIL: support@dlink.com.au & info@dlink.com.au D-Link Canada 2180 Winston Park Drive, Oakville, Ontario, L6H 5W1 Canada TEL: 1-905-829-5033 FAX: 1-905-829-5095 BBS: 1-965-279-8732 TOLL FREE: 1-800-354-6522 URL: www.dlink.ca FTP: ftp.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem A Specifications Cable Network Subsystem RF MAC Protocol: MCNS/DOCSIS 1.0 Compliant Security RSA and MCNS 40/56 bit DES data encryption security Downstream – Receiver Demodulation — 64 QAM/256 QAM Data Speed — 30.342Mbps (64 QAM)/42.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem Power Consumption 12W (maximum) Operating Temperature 32°- 104°F (0°- 40°C) Operating Humidity 10% - 90% Storage Temperature -4°- 140°F (-20°- 60°C) Dimensions 22 (W) x 174 (D) x 35 (H) mm Weight 578 grams (1.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem LIMITED WARRANTY D-Link provides this limited warranty for its product only to the person or entity who originally purchased the product from D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem the original or other suitable shipping package to ensure that it will not be damaged in transit, and the RMA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the package. The packaged product shall be insured and shipped to DLink, 53 Discovery Drive, Irvine CA 92618, with all shipping costs prepaid.
DCM-100 Ethernet Cable Modem FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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