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CBK752 Did I choose wisely?
Really wish that I had found this a couple of days ago. Let me start from the top. I have Xfinity cable internet (just internet, no cable) that comes overhead via coax to my electric pole which is lo...
It's a "pro and con" thing.
- The combination device means one fewer component to find a location for, electrical power, etc.
- A separate modem means the modem can be replaced, upgraded, etc. much easier. the CBR750 is not designed to work with fiber.
I personally prefer a separate modem, but that's just me.
- Thank you for the reply.
I see your point. As a matter of fact, it is possible that the modem part of my old modem/router was still working. However, I never bothered to plug anything into an ethernet port to verify. I don't recall when I bought it but, I would venture to say that it worked trouble-free for at least 8 years.
Any other input on the Orbi setup or my plan to use one in the shop via an ethernet cable?
Thank youIf you can fish an Ethernet cable through that tiny conduit, "go for it".