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C7000 Locked/Unlocked Channels?
Forgive me if I'm posting in the wrong place - not technologically advanced, just trying to fix a problem. For the past week or two have noticed internet speed choppiness, especially on my desktop. ...
No. C series modems can only work as gatway routers or in modem mode only.
If you got something like a EX 7 series extender you wont have to wire connect these to the host router. They wirelessly connect to the host router and provide additional coverage. You could add one to your next modem router combo unit.
You'll need to go with what your ISP support as far as modems. What you might want to do is use one of there modem only units that may have just phone support then connect up a external router to this modem as another idea.
Back with a (non) update - still no luck, vkdelta is really putting in alot of effort in trying to help and I certainly appreciate that! From what I gather so far, there is an issue in the logs but not sure what. I'm just about done trying to figure it out and just want to get something else ordered.
How does anyone feel about refurbs? I can get another c7000 for half the price on amazon (refurbed) which seems like a great deal but wasn't sure. I've had other refurbed products in the past that have performed well, didn't know if routers fall into the "good" category. :) Anyone willing to give me some recommendations? Don't care brand-wise at this point, mainly just something long range, cable modem/router with wifi combo.
ANY help would be great, thanks as always!
I've bought refurb'd products from Amazon. Mostly work well. Thankfully Amazon has good refund policies so if the refurb doesnt' work you can send it back and get something else. Might check out a C7800 if there is a refurb.
If you wanna try a Orbi CBK40, this is a cable modem with built in router and comes with 1 satellite extender to use.
Well, looked at the orbi, that's TOTALLY out! I would never spend that for a router, lol. I don't see a refurb for the other model you mentioned and that too is way out of price range if I were to buy brand new. I'll either go with the refurb or try to find something from a different manufacturer. I've lost most of my trust in netgear but wouldn't mind staying with them because I know my way around a little bit at least.
Hi again, thinking of running to best buy today and grabbing either the netgear c6250 or motorola mg7540, then worst case scenario if it shows the same problem I can return it. Any opinions on either? Both are at the top of what I'm willing to spend at this point (actually don't want to spend that but feel like I have no choice) - they are each 120.00. Should I see the same issue I'll then rag on spectrum to send a tech out but if the ubee is working great and the c3700 I hooked up was working I feel like it's the router. Actually hoping I'm wrong because then I don't have to spend any money!
My main concern is continuing the good range outside our house, it's great right now, don't want to lose that! :) ADVICE PLEASE! THANKS!