Chapter 1 Hardware And Internet Setup - NETGEAR CM1000 User Manual

Hardware and Internet Setup
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The NETGEAR High Speed Cable Modem provides a connection to high-speed cable Internet
with speeds up to 1 Gbps.
Gigabit Ethernet port provides fast access and downloads. The cable modem supports the
assignment of IPv4 and IPv6 addresses by cable Internet providers.
This chapter covers the following topics:
• Unpack Your Cable Modem
• Front Panel
• Product Label
• Back Panel
• Install and Activate Your Cable Modem
• Connect Your Cable Modem to a Router After Installation and Activation
Note: For more information about the topics covered in this manual, visit the
support website at support.netgear.com.
1. Maximum rate is derived from DOCSIS 3.1/DOCSIS 3.0 specifications, limited by Ethernet port and actual throughput varies depending on your
Internet subscription with your provider.
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The cable modem is certified by all major cable Internet providers. A
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