After you set up your NETGEAR cable modem, you do not need to log in to the modem for normal operation. However, you can log in to the modem to change a limited number of settings.
If you have not set up your cable modem, visit NETGEAR Support to download your product’s installation guide.
To activate Internet service on your cable modem, see How do I activate Internet service on my NETGEAR cable modem or modem router?.
To log in to your cable modem:
Note: For the CM2000, there is no default password. Each CM2000 comes with a unique password that is printed on your product's label.
- Launch a web browser from a computer that is attached with an Ethernet cable to the cable modem or from a computer that is connected to a WiFi router that is attached with an Ethernet cable to the cable modem.
- Enter http://192.168.100.1. into the address bar of your web browser.
- Click or tap Enter.
A login window displays.
- Enter the cable modem user name and password.
Note: The user name is admin and the default password is password. The user name and password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
For troubleshooting help, see I’m experiencing connectivity issues with my NETGEAR cable modem or modem router, how can I troubleshoot it?.
For more information, see How can I troubleshoot my cable modem?.