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NETGEAR CM400 - User Manual

NETGEAR CM400
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350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
August 2014
202-11412-01
CM400 High Speed Cable Modem
User Manual

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Questions and Answers

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    Daniel ContrerasJul 26, 2025
    What to do if my NETGEAR Modem cannot access the Internet but the Internet LED is green?
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      Toni WhiteheadJul 27, 2025
      If the Internet LED on your NETGEAR Modem is green but you cannot access the Internet, make sure to register the cable MAC address or device MAC address of your modem with your cable Internet provider.
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    Joseph ComptonAug 3, 2025
    How to fix NETGEAR CM400 when all LEDs are off?
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      virginia39Aug 3, 2025
      If all LEDs are off when the NETGEAR Modem is plugged in, check that the power cord is properly connected to the modem and the power supply adapter is correctly connected to a working power outlet. Also, ensure that you are using the 12 VDC power adapter from NETGEAR designed for this product. If the problem continues, contact technical support.
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    Vanessa WigginsAug 11, 2025
    What to do if Ethernet LED is off on NETGEAR Modem?
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      Geoffrey McdonaldAug 11, 2025
      If the Ethernet LED is off for a port with an Ethernet connection on your NETGEAR Modem, ensure that the Ethernet cable connections are securely plugged into both the modem and the connected device (computer, router, or WiFi router). Also, verify that the connected hub or computer is powered on and that you are using the correct cable.
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    Mary HawkinsAug 19, 2025
    What to do if all LEDs stay on NETGEAR CM400 Modem?
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      Daniel SchwartzAug 19, 2025
      If all LEDs stay on the NETGEAR Modem, clear the modem's configuration to its factory defaults. This will set the IP address to 192.168.100.1. If the issue continues, contact technical support.

Summary

Hardware and Internet Setup

Unpack Your Cable Modem

Details the items included in the CM400 cable modem package.

Front Panel

Describes the status LEDs on the front of the cable modem.

Back Panel

Identifies the connections and buttons on the rear of the cable modem.

Product Label

Explains the information found on the cable modem's product label.

Attach the Feet

Instructions for attaching the stand feet for vertical placement.

Cable Your Cable Modem

Step-by-step guide on connecting the cable modem to power and network.

Contact Your Cable Internet Provider and Set Up Internet Service

Guidance on contacting your ISP to activate and set up internet service.

Manage and Monitor

Log In to the Cable Modem

How to access the cable modem's web interface for settings and monitoring.

Specify the Cable Connection Starting Frequency

Procedure to manually set the starting frequency for cable connection.

View Cable Modem Initialization

Tracking the cable modem's connection and provisioning status.

View Cable Modem Status

Accessing basic information and status of the cable modem.

View and Clear Event Logs

How to view and clear important event logs for troubleshooting.

Change the admin Password

Steps to change the default administrator password for security.

Reboot the Cable Modem

Instructions for restarting the cable modem to resolve issues.

Reset the Cable Modem to Factory Default Settings

Restores the cable modem to its original factory settings.

Use the Reset Button on the Back Panel

How to perform a factory reset using the physical reset button.

Use the Factory Reset Software Button

How to perform a factory reset via the web interface.

Troubleshooting

Use LEDs to Troubleshoot

Interpreting LED indicators on the cable modem for troubleshooting.

Cannot Log In to the Cable Modem

Troubleshooting steps for issues accessing the cable modem's interface.

Troubleshoot the Cable Internet Connection

Resolving problems with the cable modem's internet connectivity.

Technical Specifications

NETGEAR CM400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Modem speed340000 Kbit/s
Flash memory8 MB
Product colorBlack
Internal memory64 MB
Copper ethernet cabling technology10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T
DC-in jackYes
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Browser supportedMicrosoft Internet Explorer 5.0, Firefox 2.0, Safari 1.4, Google Chrome 11.0
Compatible operating systemsMicrosoft Windows 7, 8, Vista, XP, 2000, Mac OS
Cables includedLAN (RJ-45)
InternalNo
CertificationCableLabs
CompatibilityDOCSIS 3.0 / DOCSIS 2.0
Power supply typeDC
Networking featuresGigabit Ethernet
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight190 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)96 x 30 x 147 mm

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