Re: Cable modem

[Mal Lansell <mal@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

You don't.  If you were to replace the cable modem you would need
another cable modem, not an ADSL one.  AFAIK the cable modem is provided
with the broadband package, and if has a problem it will be replaced for
free.

What you need is a Cable/DSL router - most of the come with a built-in 4
port switch.  The output from the cable modem will then plug into the
router.

Mal


m_surgenor wrote:
>
>
> A friend wanted me to connect up another PC within his office so he
> could share files and connect to the internet on both.
>
> Because of the site (really old building with very thick walls) and
> distance I decided to go the wired route rather than wireless. I've
> run the CAT5 cables and I thought I'd just put in an new ADSL router
> but I've discovered that his current broadband is delivered via a
> Motorola cable modem from Telewest which is served by a cable with an
F
> connector on the end...
>
> My thoughts now are to leave that alone then and put in a small 4 or 5
> port Switch between the modem and the two PCs. Is that the best option
> or should I still look at replacing the Motorola with a more up to
date
> ADSL modem/router? If so how do I convert the F connector to RJ45?
>
> Thanks
>
> Malcolm
>
>