i can't access my modem on Mac OS X 10.3/4
Modem's don't always play nice. So sometimes in order to get our Mac to see them we need to fiddle to get them to talk to each other. This is how we get a modem and a Mac to communicate. If you're unsure of what Mac OS X version you are using, click here.
To start, go to System Preferences via the Apple icon in the top left menu bar or via the Dock as shown below.
1. System Preferences
You will be presented with the following options under System Preferences. Choose Network under the Internet & Network section to continue.
2. Network
This will give you an idea of what's going on with the various network configurations on your Mac. Select Built-in Ethernet from the "Show" drop down menu to continue.
If your computer is having problems connecting the modem the IP address will either be blank or it might start with 169.
Click on the "Configure IPv4" menu to get the menu and change from Using DHCP to Manually
Once you have changed to Manually you will need to know some of your modem details so you can set your IP address, Subnet Mask and Router. The following details will allow you to connect to one of our Belkin modems. If you do not have a Belkin modem, refer to your modem manual or contact the manufacturer for the required details.
You should now be able to browse to your modem correctly.
