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gchtvc15
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5 years ago

Steps to Connect Computer Directly to Cable Modem

Looking to connect my computer via CAT6 directly to my cable modem. Do I need to manually set an IP address on my computer to get them to connect? If so, what IP address doing I need to use?
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gchtvc15
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Thanks Bruce! When I connect my laptop directly to the cable modem I do not get internet connectivity according to my laptop.

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Bruce
Honored Contributor III
5 years ago

You may need to just unplug/replug the modem to clear its MAC table.  It probably thinks it's still communicating with your router.

Also, ensure your LAN (wired) NIC is enabled on your laptop.  This task should be under your Network & Internet properties.

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    gchtvc15
    New Contributor
    5 years ago

    Going to try it now. Actually, my whole goal is to check the speed I'm getting from Cox Gigablast before it hits my router.

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      Bruce
      Honored Contributor III
      5 years ago

      Connecting directly to the modem is the correct way to perform a speed test.

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        gchtvc15
        New Contributor
        5 years ago

        Directly connected my Netgear CM1000 router with my Lenovo Yoga laptop usimg the usb-c Ethernet connector. Only able to get ~500mbps down but got 42mbps upload. any thoughts?