External cable modem help

[Grimlock]

Ok. So I'm going to take my Cox cable modem from my old computer(the one I'm using to type this) and install it new my new PC. My question is, do I need to uninstall the modem software from my old comp? Also, should I contact my ISP and tell them I'm swithing PCs, or is it an unnecessary step?

Thanks!!!

-Grimlock

[wedor]

The only need for cable software is to run their diagnostics and other useless junk, most cable does not require software.

It may take a restart of the modem and a system restart but it should just use your new system without any intervention on their part.

[glc]

If it's connected USB, you do have to install the drivers on the new computer. Ethernet is plug and play as long as the NIC driver is properly installed.

[wedor]

Good point, I hadn't thought about the USB angle since I don't consider it a real solution.

[Grimlock]

Thanks guys. Used the ethernet and now I'm on-line with my new PC!

-Grimlock