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Modem rebooting every few minutes
My modem just keeps restarting over and over. I have tried to reset it, and it comes on then all the lights go out except the power light. Then after a few seconds the power light blinks red then all ...
Good morning Acrow407,
Thanks for the update. The folks here in the community are on the right track! Since we've ruled out the power supply, we're sending a tech over to replace the radio, check the coax, and replace that if needed.
Your complimentary dispatch is currently scheduled for our earliest available slot: Tuesday, Jun 5, 2018 between 08:00 AM-11:00 AM. Call us at 866.347.3292 and reference case #112823878 if you need to reschedule. Please let us know how the site visit goes.
Hi Acrow407,
I see it's your first post here, so welcome to the community! Thanks for reaching out, I pulled up your account to check on your site, and I also can't reach your modem. I've sent you a complimentary replacement, so please expect that this week. You can use the same box to return your old modem. There should be a prepaid shipping label in the outer pouch.
Let us know how the new modem works out for you!
Thank you for the quick response, so much better than time on the phone. I was wondering will there be any setup involved with the new one or just plug it in and go.
You're welcome Acrow407! Nothing too complicated, just connect the new modem up and give it about 15 minutes to activate. Here's a quick start guide for the modem, which also has links to in-depth modem information.
- Ok so I installed the new modem, and it did the same thing. I tried numerous power cycles and nothing. The only difference was when i unhooked the coax cable the modem would power up and stay on, it looked normal minus the system, transmit, and receive lights were off. I checked all of the cable and connections from the modem to the dish and found no issues. Whenever the coax cable is hooked to the modem it starts resetting itself again.
Good morning Acrow407,
Thanks for the update, that's interesting. OK, so try plugging the modem directly into a wall outlet (if the modem was previously plugged into a power strip or surge protector). Let me know if there's any difference. Try a different wall outlet if there's no difference plugged into the first one.
Was there a storm or something that may have caused a power surge sometime before this rebooting issue started?
Your cooperation, patience, and understanding are much appreciated.
