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StLOrca
Jul 28, 2019Aspirant
CM600 terrible download speeds
Hey gang, I just replaced my generic Spectrum cable modem with a Netgear CM600 and ever since then, my download speeds are nothing short of atrocious. We’re supposed to get 400 Mbps, but we’re ba...
- Jul 29, 2019
Contact the ISP and have them check the singal and quality up to the modem.
Be sure there or not coax cable line splitters between the ISP service box and the modem.
FURRYe38
Jul 29, 2019Guru - Experienced User
Contact the ISP and have them check the singal and quality up to the modem.
Be sure there or not coax cable line splitters between the ISP service box and the modem.
StLOrca
Jul 30, 2019Aspirant
You were absolutely right--turns out we had two problems: an RG-59 coax cable on a line meant to carry 400 Mbps and the cable had been chewed on by tricksy squirrelses! I suspected a signal drop somewhere--my past experience always pointed to a loose ground--but now I know for sure. Thanks for the tip--you saved what was left of my hair!
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- FURRYe38Jul 30, 2019Guru - Experienced User
Ah ha. Glad you found it. Yes, RG6 is recommended for any internet cabling for cable modems.
Glad its working now. Enjoy. :smileywink: