More often, the question arises of how to connect a modem, but sometimes there are situations when it is necessary to temporarily turn off the device, for example, if you need to increase the speed of the network on another personal computer or restrict the use of the device.
Instructions
Step 1
The way to disconnect depends mainly on the type of modem, for example, you just need to remove the usb modem from the USB port of the computer.
Step 2
If you use a wi-fi network through a laptop, you need to turn the lever to switch the state of the receiving antenna of the built-in modem to the off position, this will automatically interrupt the signal. By resetting the switch to its previous state, you will restore the operability of the network.
Step 3
If we are talking about an ADSL modem, you can simply turn off the adapter's power or remove the ADSL cable from the modem, both of which will interrupt the signal transmission. In addition, this method helps to reboot the device if necessary. Do not forget about the status switch on the case of the modem itself, which can be used to quickly turn off the device without failing the settings.
Step 4
You can turn off the wi-fi router in a similar way by breaking the connection or turning off the power, in addition, you can use the modem control through the Device Manager, which can be entered directly from the desktop by double-clicking on the connection icon in the status bar.
Step 5
If none of the above methods work, it is most likely that the device settings have been lost and you will have to reinstall the drivers before it starts working normally. To do this, you need to use the boot disk that came with the modem, or invite a specialist from the service center. After correctly setting up the modem, you can easily disconnect or connect it using the methods listed above.
