Hi MarvS, Just wanted to let you know that this worked for me using the cdc_ether + usbnet kernel modules. Thanks. On 13 December 2010 15:06, Marvin Stodolsky <marvin.stodolsky@xxxxxxxxx> wrote: > Philip, > > This group only provides support for phone line modems, > which use drivers quite distinct from cable modems. > > I suspect that if you upgrade to current kernel with its USB interfaces support, > your cable modem will be automatic. ÂYou could use a Ubuntu Marverick > install CD in demo mode. > If typically auto- recognizes cable modems > > MarvS > > On Sun, Dec 12, 2010 at 10:16 PM, Philip Tellis <philip.tellis@xxxxxxxxx> wrote: >> I have a USB modem, scanModem detects it correctly here: >> ÂID 069a:4501 Askey Computer Corp. Scientific-Atlanta WebSTAR 2000 >> series Cable Modem >> >> but provides no advice on what to do about it. ÂThe only advice I see >> is related to the software modem capabilities of my soundcard. >> >> If it helps, this modem also has an ethernet interface that I've been >> using for over 7 years, however a recent thunderstorm with lightning >> has rendered that kaput, which is why I'm trying out the USB >> interface. ÂAny help/suggestions on where to look/more information to >> be provided will be appreciated. ÂI've been using linux for over 10 >> years and am comfortable with patching the kernel, hand editing kernel >> source files and building/installing new kernels and drivers. >> >> Thanks, >> >> Philip >> > -- hello world
