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Ceerob
Follower
Jun 28, 2022

New modem, same mesh

I need to change my modem. Will I have to change all of my mesh settings or can I just plug the Nighthawk MK6W into the new modem, keeping all of my cameras, TVs, thermostats connected? I am doing thi...
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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
Jun 28, 2022

It should be pretty plug and play. 

get the modem activated.

then follow the guide FURRYe38  wrote on connecting the router. 

I've rarely needed to do a factory reset on my router after changing modems. Its happened but usually if I'm also changing speed tiers.