Device::CableModem::SURFboard

The Motorola 'SURFboard' cable modem boasts a built-in web interface that is packed with helpful information such as signal-to-noise ratios and power levels. These figures can assist with the troubleshooting of modem connection issues and the monitoring of the modem or cable connection's health.

To make things even easier for users, there is a Perl module called Device::CableModem::SURFboard that connects to a range of different 'SURFboard' modem models, including SB4100, SB4200, SB5100, SB5100E, SB5101, and SBV5120E. This Perl module scrapes the status page to gather the most important information regarding the cable line condition.

The module is simple to use and is outlined in this SYNOPSYS:

use Device::CableModem::SURFboard;
my $modem = Device::CableModem::SURFboard->new
or die Device::CableModem::SURFboard->errstr;

# print upstream power range check
print $modem->upPowerStr . ' ' . $modem->upPowerCheck;

# print downstream power range check
print $modem->dnPowerStr . ' ' . $modem->dnPowerCheck;

# print Signal/Noise range check
print $modem->SNRatioStr . ' ' . $modem->SNRatioCheck;

If you're looking for an efficient and simple way to access important modem details, the Device::CableModem::SURFboard Perl module is an excellent option to consider.