PSC DSL Self Install Manual page 13

connecting a single phone cord from the modem to the wall jack.
Surge protectors can go bad, or can "sacrifice" themselves in a
lightening strike to protect your equipment, and can keep the signal
from reaching the modem.
 Is there an in-line filter on the phone line going to the
modem?
By design, DSL line filters block the DSL signal from your phone,
fax or other line devices. This filter should not be on the line to the
modem.
If you're still unable to get a DSL signal, contact PSC Technical Support
(page 19) for further assistance.
Step 3: Is the modem connected to the computer?
The Ethernet light on your modem shows that the modem is connected
to the computer. This light should be on or flashing (to indicate data
flow). If it is, go on to
 Is the cable connected between the modem and the
computer?
Check the cable connections. Unplug and re-connect each end. Make
sure you hear the "click" of the connection.
 Is the Ethernet connection enabled in the computer?
If there is a problem with your Ethernet card in the computer, this
would keep the modem from indicating an Ethernet connection to
the computer.
Check the Local Area Connection
1. Click on the Start button, go to Connect To; click on Show All
Connections.
2. Find your Local Area Connection icon.
 If you don't see a Local Area Connection icon
card may be disabled or not installed correctly. Go to the next
section, "Check your Ethernet card".
 If the icon has a red X over it
click on "enable" to enable this connection. This may take up to a
minute to complete.
Step 4.
, right-click on the icon, then left-
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, the Ethernet