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vansonly302's avatar
vansonly302
Follower
Jul 28, 2021

No Ethernet light

My CM700 cable modem has no Ethernet light when powered up. I have it connected to an Amplifi Gamers edition wireless mesh system. Had a power surge that fried my tv and router, assumed the modem was ok. Just got a replacement router today and plugged it in. But now the Ethernet light is not on.

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  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User

    If you connect a pc/laptop to it does it work? 

    have you tried different lan cables?

    • vansonly's avatar
      vansonly
      Initiate

      I have not tried plugging it directly into a laptop or other device yet.  I have tried multiple etherent cables including the brand new cable that came with the router.

       

      I will try that later today.  I may just purchase a new modem.  I have been without internet long enough.

      • plemans's avatar
        plemans
        Guru - Experienced User

        It might be time for a new modem as storms are great at wrecking electronics. 

        But its always worth a shot with the direct connection