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02 Introducing Cable modems
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Communication
Undergraduate 1
09/10/2011

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What does an ISDN connection provide?

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Internet access speeds of 64 kbps to 1.544 Mbps downstream and 16 kbps to 64 kbps upstream

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What provides a constantly connected (or always on) internet connection?

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A Cable Modem

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Within a data-over-cable system what is the function of the controller?

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The controller modulates and continuously transmits data downstream and controls when each cable modem may transmit data back upstream.

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What are the front panel status lights on the Com21 ComPORT cable modem?

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  1. Power
  2. Status
  3. Transmit
  4. Receive
  5. Carrier Detect
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What do Cable Modems connect to an external analog modem to facilitate the upstream data return with?

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A DB12 data connector

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What is a USB-to-Ethernet adapter do?

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Connects an Ethernet cable from a modem via the adapter to a computer that has a USB port.

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What should you do in regards to the computer and modem locations?

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Always discuss with the customer how and where you plan to place any equipment and route cables.

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What items should you check in order to certify the reliability of the customer drop system?

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Installing high pass filters and directional couplers, if needed

 

Monitoring, detecting, and eliminating signal leakage

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