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title: Connecting a cable modem to a computer
description: 1. Connect one end of the coax cable to the cable outlet, and the other end to the back of your modem. 2. Connect the power adapter to the back of the modem, and plug the other end into the…
url: "https://www.bluestreamfiber.com/support/connecting-a-cable-modem-to-a-computer/"
updated: "2024-12-19"
category: "Internet & WiFi / Internet Troubleshooting & FAQs"
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# Connecting a cable modem to a computer

1. Connect one end of the coax cable to the cable outlet, and the other end to the back of your modem.
2. Connect the power adapter to the back of the modem, and plug the other end into the wall outlet.
3. Connect your PC by plugging the Ethernet cable\* into the back of the modem, and then plug the other end into the network card in your PC.

*\*Only use Ethernet or USB Cable; not both. For more information on connecting using USB, please reference the modem’s driver disc.*