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Can I use the Modem CM1200 for 2 routers?
So my dad and I use different routers. His is pretty old so I bought one for myself awhile back (Nighthawk R7800). I’ve been connecting mine to his with a Ethernet cable since his is connected to the...
A modem doesn't care how many routers you hook up after it. Use a small switch to connect to the modem and the 2 routers.
But, the ISP does care how many devices you try to get a public IPv4 address for. Most limit based on MAC address and hand over only 1 address. If you're lucky, like me, you can get IPs for 2 devices.
But, the ISP does care how many devices you try to get a public IPv4 address for. Most limit based on MAC address and hand over only 1 address. If you're lucky, like me, you can get IPs for 2 devices.