How to re-register a new MAC address with cable modem?
At times you will need to change your original computer of which the mac address of the nic had been registered by the cable modem during the initial installation. It could be that you bought a new computer or simply want to register a different terminal (computer or router). One way is to clone the original registered mac. Many broadband routers have this capability. However, you would need to remember or write down the original mac for consecutive switches. Second is to actually call the cable provider and have them reset the modem and connect your new terminal to register its new mac address with the modem. Some cable companies are willing to do this only for one ore two times. If you switch often, please read on: In order to register a new mac –should you change your pc or it’s nic– you could turn your modem off for at least 3-4 hours. Over night is even better. This clears the mac cache in the modem. Then first make sure you perform the necessary adjustments on your router –wan
