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weihe9
Feb 11, 2022Aspirant
Netgear modem CM500 ethernet problem
My Netgear modem CM500 worked two days ago. When I tried to use it in an apartment yesterday, it did not work.The ethernet light was orange with no internet service when the modem is connected to a w...
FURRYe38
Feb 15, 2022Guru - Experienced User
Please post a copy and paste of the modems connection status page.
Have the ISP check the signal and line quality UP to the modem. Be sure the ISP provisions the modem correctly.
Be sure there are no coax cable line splitters in the between the modem and ISP service box.
Be sure your using good quality RG6 coax cable up to the modem.
Be sure to power OFF the modem for 1 minute then back ON.
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Cable-Modems-Routers/General-info-and-Troubleshooting-for-Cable-Modems/m-p/1530376#M12853
https://kb.netgear.com/24311/Power-level-guidelines-for-a-NETGEAR-cable-modem-router?article=24311
https://www.duckware.com/tech/solving-intermittent-cable-modem-issues.html