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ksteintrager
Aspirant
Sep 15, 2019

Which modem router is best to replace c3700?

I purchased my Netgear c3700 in 2014 and I need to replace it. The square footage it needs to cover is around 3000 sq. ft.  I am considering either the c7000 or the c7500.  Please advise me on the be...
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ksteintrager
Aspirant
Sep 17, 2019

Thanks, I've done all of the troubleshooting and so has my ISP.  I've decided to bite the bullet and go with the Orbi mesh system.  It's what the layout of my house requires.

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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Sep 17, 2019

I would go with a CM series modem only unit then connect up your Orbi MESH system. If you want to review the CBK40, this is Orbi with a build in modem. I would recommend getting a modem only unit separately however. 

ksteintrager wrote:

Thanks, I've done all of the troubleshooting and so has my ISP.  I've decided to bite the bullet and go with the Orbi mesh system.  It's what the layout of my house requires.