High Speed Internet Requirements
The following are the minimum computer and cable modem requirements for CableAmerica High Speed Internet service. If you have a question regarding these requirements please contact our Internet Help Desk at 1.866.871.4492.
System Requirements
| PC | MAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System |
Windows 98*, 98 SE*, ME*, 2000* Windows XP (Home or Professional) Windows Vista (Home Basic, Home Premium, Business, Ultimate) Windows 7 (Home Premium, Professional, Ultimate) |
OS X or 10.3 or higher |
| Processor Speed | 233 MHz for 98/ME or 300MHz for 2000/XP/Vista/Windows 7 | Power PC with 120 MHz or higher |
| Free Hard Drive Space | 100 MB | 100 MB |
| Drive Type | CD-ROM or DVD | CD-ROM or DVD |
| Networking | 10Base-T Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) - Recommended or USB Port | 10Base-T Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) |
*Windows 98, 98SE, ME and 2000 are no longer Microsoft supported operating systems. While a computer running one of these operating system can use CableAmerica's High Speed Internet service our Internet Help Desk can only offer limited support for these operating systems.
Cable Modem Requirements
With CableAmerica High Speed Internet you will need a cable modem. You will have the option to lease a cable modem from CableAmerica for a monthly fee, purchase a cable modem from CableAmerica, or purchase a cable modem from a third party vendor.
Most DOCSIS 1.1 compatible cable modems should work on our network however this is not always the case. We have had good success with some cable modems while others perform poorly. If you are purchasing a cable modem, check for the CableLabs Certified logo (pictured to the right).
