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You'll be protected with the PipeRider cable modem
Internet, you can turn PipeLock on with the touch of a button, making your computer inaccessible to outsiders.
What's the difference between an Ethernet connection and a USB connection?
Both are data-interface options for connecting your computer to the PipeRider cable modem.
An Ethernet connection requires that an Ethernet card be installed in your computer, and that the computer be
configured for TCP/IP. With the addition of an Ethernet hub, multiple computers (up to 15 with Windows) can be
connected to a single PipeRider cable modem.
A USB connection can be used if your computer has an available USB port. Although no card installations are
necessary with USB, the installation of a USB driver (included on this CD) is required. The USB interface does not
allow for more than one computer to be connected to the PipeRider.
Can I connect more than one computer to the PipeRider?
Yes, if you're using an Ethernet connection (Windows only). You can connect up to 15 computers to the Internet
using a single PipeRider cable modem, and enjoy all the benefits of instant access on multiple machines at the
same time. Simply plug the cable modem output into an Ethernet network hub, and then wire each computer to
the hub. Call your service provider for more details.
If I buy a new computer or change operating systems, will the PipeRider cable modem still work?
Yes. As long as the operating system is among those supported by the PipeRider cable modem (see
Requirements
for details), you can continue to access the Internet with your cable modem. If you are using a USB
data interface and you switch to a new operating system, you may have to install a new USB driver (included on
this CD). The computer will automatically search for the correct USB driver. Refer to the
this CD for more details.
What special care does the PipeRider cable modem require?
Please refer to the
Safety Information
How will a power outage affect the PipeRider cable modem?
When the power comes back on, the cable modem will go through its normal power-up and initialization states,
and will return to a normal operating state. It is recommended, as with all electronic equipment, that the cable
modem power supply is plugged into a power surge protector.
Will the PipeRider cable modem be affected if I have additional devices connected to my computer's
USB port?
Yes, it is possible that the addition of other devices to the USB port could degrade the performance of the cable
modem. This is because other devices can use up bandwidth that the cable modem would otherwise be using.
PipeLock
feature. When you are not actively using the
section for details.
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