I was using a Linksys router (model # RT31P2) for my Vonage phone service. I recently cancelled this service, but when I disconnected the router, and just had the cable modem going directly into the computer, I wasn't able to access the internet anymore. What do I need to do to fix this problem? I've already tried rebooting both the modem and the mac, to no avail.
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Disconnecting a router
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Eidorian
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Your ISP might be tying your cable modem to the unique MAC address of your router's ethernet port.
If restarting the modem didn't work when I suggest calling your ISP.
There's nothing against continuing the use of your router either.
If restarting the modem didn't work when I suggest calling your ISP.
There's nothing against continuing the use of your router either.