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jefflynn333's avatar
jefflynn333
Aspirant
Jan 24, 2020

*New* Nighthawk CAX80 Release Date?

When will we get a chance to purchase the new Nighthawk CAX80? IS there plans for a CAX1200? Plans for a larger multi-gig port for cable modems like 5-Gig or 10-Gig?
fastroads's avatar
fastroads
Guide
Jun 11, 2020

Got a question:

I'm using an R8500 router. If I were to buy the CAX80, is it advisable to get a new seperate router or use the CAX80? Any advantage using a seperate router?

FURRYe38's avatar
FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Jun 11, 2020

The CAX is a gateway router and modem thus it already has a built in router and wifi. You can disable the router mode on the CAX and install a external router. Though for the cost of the CAX, i wouldn't see a reason by a expeence modem just to connect a external router.

.  https://community.netgear.com/t5/Cable-Modems-Routers/What-s-the-Difference-Between-a-Cable-Modem-and-Cable-Modem/m-p/1864698#M21950

fastroads wrote:

Got a question:

I'm using an R8500 router. If I were to buy the CAX80, is it advisable to get a new seperate router or use the CAX80? Any advantage using a seperate router?