
9
ACTIONTEC DSL MODEM INSTALLATION
The Actiontec DSL modem needs proper
ventilation to function. Place your Actiontec DSL
modem in an adequately ventilated area and
away from heat sources.
Steps for wiring a single computer:
1. Plug the end of the Power cord into the Power
port on the back of the Actiontec DSL modem.
(figure 21)
2. Plug the other end of the Power cord into
a power outlet. (A power strip with surge
protection is recommended.)
3. Turn the power switch on.
4. Plug one end of the Ethernet (yellow) cable into
the Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) in
your computer. (figure 22)
Your computer may look slightly different.
5. Plug the remaining end of the Ethernet cable
into the yellow Ethernet port on the back of the
Actiontec DSL modem. (figure 23)
figure 21
figure 22
figure 23
please note:
please note:
Wiring for use with a hub/router and multiple
computers is not supported by TDS Metrocom
Dedicated Technical Support. You will need to
consult your hub or router installation instructions
to configure individual computers.