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Looking for Stable & Reliable WiFi with Increased Speed
I'm considering replacing my current router/switch with either the RBK50 bundle (1 RBR50 + 1 RBS40) or RBK40 bundle (1 RBR40 + 1 RBS40). As I've not yet purchased, here are details which should paint...
pbGuy wrote:
Thank you for your follow-up thoughts, which make total sense. ...You just nudged me into ordering a CM1100.
I'm glad you've decided to buy over rent.
Just to double-check - you said you used to have a TM822G - you don't need a modem with voice capability, do you? The CM1100 is Internet only.
quagmire1 wrote:
Just to double-check - you said you used to have a TM822G - ... The CM1100 is Internet only.
While I wasn't immediately running out to buy a CM1100, I'm glad you followed up. Good catch.
My previous TM822G did have and my current, xFi XB6 does have VoIP jacks. ...There is a wireless telephone plugged into the XB6 modem (it's hidden behind my big screen & why I totally overlooked it), The phone is only there because my Comcast bundle provides a nice discount with VoIP being a part. The benefit is I'm provided with increased internet speed (Up is 400+ Mbps) and 1 TB monthly data cap. I principally stream (Netflix, Prime Video, AcornTV, Music) at the big screen / speakers location where my modem, AirPort Extreme, & TV4K are all located.
I do not use the wireless phone; it's just connected so the modem's VoIP jack is active. Anyway, I'd completely overlooked that VoIP setup on my current modem. ...Thanks for your headsup about the CM1100.
All this doesn't deter me from buying a CM1100, since I really don't need/use VoIP & an internet-only modem works for me. ...I'll just have to speak with Comcast about reconfiguring my bundle, deleting VoIP, when I'm ready to buy a CM1100 (or, whatever might be newer) and see what package keeps the speed in place, along with current data cap.
Thank you again. Cheers.
pbGuy wrote:
quagmire1 wrote:
Just to double-check - you said you used to have a TM822G - ... The CM1100 is Internet only.
While I wasn't immediately running out to buy a CM1100, I'm glad you followed up. Good catch.
My previous TM822G did have and my current, xFi XB6 does have VoIP jacks. ...There is a wireless telephone plugged into the XB6 modem (it's hidden behind my big screen & why I totally overlooked it), The phone is only there because my Comcast bundle provides a nice discount with VoIP being a part. The benefit is I'm provided with increased internet speed (Up is 400+ Mbps) and 1 TB monthly data cap. I principally stream (Netflix, Prime Video, AcornTV, Music) at the big screen / speakers location where my modem, AirPort Extreme, & TV4K are all located.
I do not use the wireless phone; it's just connected so the modem's VoIP jack is active. Anyway, I'd completely overlooked that VoIP setup on my current modem. ...Thanks for your headsup about the CM1100.
All this doesn't deter me from buying a CM1100, since I really don't need/use VoIP & an internet-only modem works for me. ...I'll just have to speak with Comcast about reconfiguring my bundle, deleting VoIP, when I'm ready to buy a CM1100 (or, whatever might be newer) and see what package keeps the speed in place, along with current data cap.
Thank you again. Cheers.
Ah, yes, the Triple Play discount. Back in 2012, when I added phone to my package, they cut my total price by $18. Hard to say no.
If you decide to stay with voice, you can buy the Netgear CM1150V. It's essentially the same as the CM1100, but adds two (Comcast only) voice lines. $230 at Amazon or Best Buy.
https://www.netgear.com/home/products/networking/cable-modems-routers/CM1150V.aspx