Trying to connect TC - just get flashing amber light

I access the internet via DSL. I've attached the ethernet from the modum to TC, but all I get is a flashing amber light. I'm sure I've attached it to the right slot and I know this ethernet works elsewise because when I plug it in to my desktop or laptop directly, there is no problem.
I've researched and read until I'm blue in the face, but I have no idea what I'm doing wrong. The TC is brand new, but I can't get it do anything. It is quite frustrating when it looks like it should be so straightforward.
I'd appreciate any suggestions...
Thanks,
Stephaniee

Turn the modem off and connect the modem to the WAN port of the TC using an ethernet cable. That's the left most port as you look at the back of the TC. Turn the modem back on. Then connect the computer to one of the other TC LAN ports using an ethernet cable. This cable will let you work with the TC without using a wireless connection. This is usually a better way to setup a router. Then you can start the Airport Utility and see if you can see what the TC is doing and/or having problems with. When you connect the TC to the modem the light on the TC should turn green.

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