General Troubleshooting - THOMSON TWG850 User Manual

General Troubleshooting

You can correct most problems you have with your product by consulting the troubleshooting
list that follows.
I can't access the internet.
Check all of the connections to your Residential Voice Gateway.
Your Ethernet card or USB port may not be working. Check each product's
documentation for more information.
The Network Properties of your operating system may not be installed correctly or the
settings may be incorrect. Check with your ISP or cable company.
All of the lights are flashing in sequence.
This means the Residential Voice Gateway is automatically updating its system software.
Please wait for the lights to stop flashing. The updating process typically lasts less than
one minute.
Do not remove the power supply or reset the Residential Voice Gateway during this
process.
I can't get the modem to establish an Ethernet connection.
Even new computers don't always have Ethernet capabilities – be sure to verify that your
computer has a properly installed Ethernet card and the driver software to support it.
Check to see that you are using the right type of Ethernet cable.
The modem won't register a cable connection (CABLE LINK light not on continuously).
If the modem is in Initialization Mode, the INTERNET light will be flashing. Call your
Cable Company if it has not completed this 5-step process within 30 minutes, and note
which step it is getting stuck on. (See page 24 for details.)
The modem should work with a standard RG-6 coaxial cable, but if you're using a cable
other than one your Cable Company recommends, or if the terminal connections are
loose, it may not work. Check with your Cable Company to determine whether you're
using the correct cable.
Illustrations contained in this document are for representation only.
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