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bnwbass
Aspirant
Aug 22, 2020

CBK40 with existing R7960P Nighthawk

Upgrading my xfinity speed and purchased cbk40 system with /modem/router. I have been using a Nighthawk R7960P as the acces point extenter for my current xfinity issued cable modem which will be gon...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Aug 24, 2020

If you want to keep using the R7960Ps wifi, then install 1 EX7700 or EX8000 extender to help with wifi coverage of the home. 

 

 

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bnwbass
Aspirant
Aug 24, 2020

Thanks,

I have now purchased a C7800 and will use with the existing R7960P and then install 1 EX7700 or EX8000.  This will give me ISP of 1gps

 

Thx

Bw

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    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Aug 24, 2020

    I would configure the R7960P for AP mode then disable the wifi radios on the C series modem.