July 2009 - Posts

• Installing a Wireless Router with a Charter Communications Cable Modem

  Most wireless routers are provided with software on a CD that the manufacturer suggests you install before connecting the router to your cable modem and computer. The software usually installs a wizard that guides you through the installation process and helps detect an Charter Communications High Speed Internet connection after completing the installation. If you do not wish to install the software, please follow these steps: 1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cable from your Charter Communications cable modem. Do not plug the power cable into the router. 2. Unplug the Ethernet cable that is connected into the computer. To make sure you are disconnecting the correct cable, it may be helpful to trace the Ethernet cord starting from the cable modem to the computer. 3. Securely insert the Ethernet Charter Communications Com cable you just disconnected into the port labeled “WAN” or “Internet” on the back of the router. The ends of the Ethernet cable have clips that you should feel or hear “click” when inserted. This helps verify that the Ethernet cable is securely fastened. Verify that the other end of the Ethernet cable is still securely fastened into the cable modem as well. 4. Securely insert one end of a second Ethernet cable into any of the remaining open ports on the router. Securely insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of your computer; this is the same port you disconnected the Ethernet cable from in step 2. The ends of the Ethernet cable have clips that you should feel or hear “click” when inserted. This helps verify that the Ethernet cable is securely fastened. 5. Restart your network in this correct sequence:    1. Plug the power cable into the Charter Communications cable modem and wait 2 minutes.    2. Plug the power cable into the router.    3. Turn on your computer. 6. Launch your Internet browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Netscape, etc). Your homepage should appear. Try surfing to a different website to verify good connectivity to the Internet. If there is no connectivity to the Internet, please refer to the information that was provided with the router or visit the router manufacturer’s website for additional support. 7. If there is good connectivity to the Internet, perform the following steps outlined in Configuring the Security Settings of a Wireless Router. Its good to have the Charter Communications Bundle! Posted Jul 27 2009, 06:10 AM by Charter Bundle Filed under: Charter Bundles, 802.11g Wireless Internet Gateway, Charter Communications Email services, Charter Cable Modem, Wireless Router, Charter Communications Cable Modem

• Installing a Wired Router with a Charter Cable Modem

  Some wired routers are provided with software on a CD that the manufacturer suggests you install before connecting the router to your cable modem and computer. The software usually installs a wizard that guides you through the installation process and helps detect an Charter Communications Internet connection after completing the installation. If you do not wish to install the software, please follow these steps:    1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cable from your cable modem. Do not plug the power cable into the router.    2. Unplug the Ethernet cable that is connected into the computer. To make sure you are disconnecting the correct cable, it may be helpful to trace the Ethernet cord starting from the cable modem to the computer.    3. Securely insert the Ethernet cable you just disconnected into the port labeled “WAN” or “Internet” on the back of the router. The ends of the Ethernet cable have clips that you should feel or hear “click” when inserted. This helps verify that the Ethernet cable is securely fastened. Verify that the other end of the Ethernet cable is still securely fastened into the Charter Communications Com cable modem as well. Securely insert one end of a second Ethernet cable into any of the remaining open ports on the router. Securely insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of your computer; this is the same port you disconnected the Ethernet cable from in step 2. The ends of the Ethernet cable have clips that you should feel or hear “click” when inserted. This helps verify that the Ethernet cable is securely fastened. Securely insert one end of a second Ethernet cable into any of the remaining open ports on the router. Securely insert the other end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of your computer; this is the same port you disconnected the Ethernet cable from in step 2. The ends of the Ethernet cable have clips that you should feel or hear “click” when inserted. This helps verify that the Ethernet cable is securely fastened.    4.You can repeat step 4 when connecting other computers to the router, up until all open ports on the router are being used.    5. Restart your network in this correct sequence:       a. Plug the power cable into the Charter Communications Com cable modem and wait 2 minutes.       b. Plug the power cable into the router.       c. Turn on your computer.    6. Launch your Internet browser (Internet Explorer, FireFox, Netscape, etc). Your homepage should appear. Try surfing to a different website to verify good connectivity to the Charter Communications Internet. For further help, please refer to the information that was provided with the router or visit the router manufacturer’s website for support. Posted Jul 22 2009, 09:03 PM by Charter Bundle Filed under: Charter Cable Internet, Charter Communications Wireless Home Networking, 802.11g Wireless Internet Gateway, Charter Domain Name Service (DNS) Hosting, Charter Cable Modem, Wired Router

• Connect a PS3 to the Charter Internet Using a Wired Connection

  Setting up the Charter Communications Com Internet Connection When making a wired connection to the Internet, you do not need to adjust any of the default settings. If you cannot use the default settings to connect, follow the instructions below to adjust the settings.     * Select "Network Settings" under "Settings" in the home menu, and then press the button.     * Select "Internet Connection Settings", and then press the button. When a message stating that the Internet connection will be terminated is displayed, select "Yes", and then press the button.     * Select "Wired Connection", and then press the button.     * Select "Easy" or "Custom" and adjust settings as necessary. (Easy is recommended)     * Follow the on-screen instructions to adjust the required settings. Easy: Basic settings are set automatically. Custom: You can manually enter detailed settings information. If you have any questions regarding wired setup, contact Sony, the Access Point and/or router manufacturer. Posted Jul 22 2009, 08:59 PM by Charter Bundle Filed under: charter communications internet, Charter Communications Network, Connect a PS3 to the Charter Internet

• Charter Communications Cable Options

  Charter Communications Com Digital Cable Now, with Charter Digital Cable®, you get more of the entertainment you love, and you can experience it in brilliant picture and sound quality. It's easy to access the wealth of excitement on hundreds of channels, including news, sports, comedy, kids' programming, and more. Use your remote control to find your favorite shows through our On-Screen Guide. Plus, get Charter OnDemand™, parental controls and over 45 channels of all-digital music to explore and enjoy at no additional charge! Charter Digital Cable® simply gives you more. More channels, more choices, more innovative ways to enjoy TV. It's easy. It's affordable. It's cable. Charter Communications Cable TV® Limited Basic Now, with Charter Cable TV® Limited Basic you can connect every TV in your house without buying any additional equipment. Watch your favorite local channels and more in crystal-clear quality. Entertain your entire household with affordable, reliable entertainment! Charter Communications Com Cable TV® Expanded Basic Now, with Charter Cable TV® Expanded Basic you can connect every TV in your home without buying any additional equipment. Get over 70+ crystal-clear channels. Watch your favorite local channels, plus great entertainment including new, sports and more. Entertain your entire household with affordable, reliable cable entertainment! Posted Jul 22 2009, 08:55 PM by Charter Bundle Filed under: Charter Digital Cable, Charter Internet Wireless Home Networking Product Overview, DOCSIS® 2.0, Charter Communications Web Hosting, Charter Communications Cable Options