I guess it's not a "PROBLEM" yet because it still works. I unplugged it all night, pushed reset on it before turning it on and still it continues to blink away - non-stop, unusual from normal. Have had this unit for about 4mths or less, I think. It's still working. Just don't understand all this blinking.
Hi,
Here's the thing...if the modem is unplugged, and you press the "Reset" button, or any button, nothing will happen because the modem is UNPLUGGED.
When you plug it in again, there is usually a few minutes or so during which time the lights will blink. Eventually, when the DSL connection is established, the blinking should decrease. But, there will always be some blinking going on to indicate that data is being transmitted.
If the "Ethernet" light is blinking, then a computer that is plugged into the router is transmitting/receiving data. If the "Wireless" light is blinking, then a computer that using a wireless connection to the router is transmitting/receiving data.
If a red light blinks, then that usually means the DSL connection has been broken. When that happens, for whatever reason, the modem will automatically begin its initialization routine and will continue to do so until connection has been established. During that time, LEAVE IT ALONE.
If you uplug the device, or if you press ANY button while the device is attempting to correct itself, you can cause permanent damage.
So, you are correct. It's not a problem. I'm sure you've heard the phrase "If it's not broken, then don't fix it." There's a lot of truth to that.
I hope this helps.
Randy
That isn't her issue. I'm having the same thing. It is very abnormal to how the modem used to work. It occurred recently. ALL OF THE LIGHTS blick the same...except two are red, the rest green. They are all blinking together, the same frequency. It's very abnormal. I would like to figure this out also. AT&T told me to take it to a store and let them look at it. Again...the connection is still working...but something is not right.
Our 3360 is doing the same thing. And this isn't the first time. We're on our 3rd one of these things. Our experience is that the modem will continue to work in this state for some time, but, as Karen was told, it's days are numbered. Could go out at any time. AT&T offers no solution except to buy another modem! If anyone knows any other answer, please tell me, as this is a bit ridiculous.
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SOURCE: Modem Connected, No Internet
change the dns to 4.2.2.2
and checked if u getting the default gateway and if u r able to open the routers page in the ie.
if this does not resolve the issue for further assistance how did this happen
whos ur isp , do u have ur isp's settings as every isp have their unique settings which must be entered.
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are you sure your hooking the comcast modem in the right place?
the most easy way to connect to the internet is get a bluetooth connetion (zippys) press the tools find device on the bluetooth on ur phone press pair device and press dial up inthe username put ur mobile number and password mobile number dial up number *99# dial
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This usually means something is not correct with your incoming signal. If your cable wire into the modem is being run off an amplifier in the wall this could be effecting your service. If the signal is too strong the modem won't be able to communicate for internet.
You could check the incoming wire to see if it is running off an amplifier. If it is you would need to run a new line that is not on the amplifier. I would recommend comcast coming out to check the signal frequency and make the necessary adjustments.
SOURCE: only the power and ethernet lights come on
power it off completely for 5-10 min...and then try connecting the wire and check
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My modem is blinking unlike never usually. As I said, the POWER and DSL lights blink red and all others green, not in response to signals, activity or anything. I did just recieve something from at&t saying a hardware error has occurred and it may work awhile but is gonna go down supposively. Lucky me. I'll call the number they have here. I said I've had the unit at least 4mths. I wouldn't be asking questions about usual lighting, although I know you have ignorant people who would. This is continuous blinking of all five lights all together except two red and three green. It's not broke yet. It does not stop this behavior with reset while turned on. Thanks for trying.
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