Table of Contents
- 1 What is a Motorola SURFboard used for?
- 2 Does Motorola SURFboard sb5101 have WIFI?
- 3 How do I connect my cable modem?
- 4 Do I need an Ethernet cable for WiFi?
- 5 Why can’t I connect to my Motorola modem?
- 6 How do I log into my Motorola surfboard modem?
- 7 How can I access my Motorola modem from my computer?
- 8 What does solid light mean on Motorola surfboard?
What is a Motorola SURFboard used for?
SURFboard is a cable modem released by Motorola. It features surfing speeds of up to 160 MBPS and can be used on almost all major U.S. cable Internet service providers like Comcast, Time Warner, and many others.
Does Motorola SURFboard sb5101 have WIFI?
When connected to a DOCSIS 2.0 or 3.0 cable network, capable of up to 38Mbps down and 30Mbps upstream Internet speeds. Requires Cable Internet Service….Product information.
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What is the IP address of my Motorola cable modem?
To access your surfboard cable modem open your web browser and use the IP address of 192.168. 100.1.
How do I connect my cable modem?
How to Set Up Your Cable Modem
- Connect the coax cable to the coax outlet.
- Connect the coax cable to the cable modem.
- Connect the Ethernet Cable (telephone like cable) to the computer.
- Connect the Ethernet Cable (telephone like cable) to the cable modem.
- Plug the power cord into the cable modem.
Do I need an Ethernet cable for WiFi?
A WiFi connection enables users to access a network and the Internet through a wireless connection to a WiFi router – no cables are needed. And Ethernet connection uses ethernet cable to connect devices to the network or the Internet.
How do I connect to my Motorola modem?
To access the settings of your WiFi modem:
- Open a web browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, etc.)
- In the address bar, type: 192.168.0.1 [Then press the Enter Key]
- Enter Username*: admin.
- Enter Password*: motorola.
- Click Login.
- Click the Wireless menu and then click on Primary Network Settings.
Why can’t I connect to my Motorola modem?
FIRST solution: Always power cycle your modem and router first, and then try logging into your modem again. If you have a router between your computer and modem, remove it and directly connect the computer to the modem via an Ethernet cable.
How do I log into my Motorola surfboard modem?
To access your surfboard cable modem open your web browser and use the IP address of 192.168.100.1.
Where do I plug in my modem on my surfboard?
Take the Internet cable included in the modem package and plug it to the “Ethernet” port at the back of the SURFboard. Plug the other end of the Internet cable to the network (LAN) port at the back of your computer or laptop. There’s going to be only one port on your computer where this cable can fit, so it won’t be hard to identify.
How can I access my Motorola modem from my computer?
1. Open your web browser. You can access the Motorola modem through any web browser on a computer or device that is connected to your network. If you are attempting to access your router, check out this guide. Your router is where you can access wireless security, port forwarding, and other network settings.
What does solid light mean on Motorola surfboard?
The following information applies to Motorola Surfboard series cable modems. If you have a different cable modem and require specific information about that modem please refer to the manufacture’s website. A solid light indicates the modem is powered on. When the light is flashing the modem is scanning for a receive channel connection.