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DWBSr's avatar
DWBSr
Initiate
Nov 29, 2023

EX5000 compatibility with Xfinity Arris XB3 Gateway

Is the Netgear Extender compatible with Arris XB3 Gateway?

 

The extender that Netgear sells is expensive. 

4 Replies

  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User
    Nov 30, 2023

    Theoretically it should work fine. I say theoretically just because I've never used that gateway/extender but it should work. 

    Did you just buy that gateway? Because its a bit older/lower spec'd

    • DWBSr's avatar
      DWBSr
      Initiate
      Nov 30, 2023

      Thanks for responding. 

      I rent the gateway from Xfinity. Can’t remember how old. 3 to 4 years. 

      Have been thinking about buying one. I am hesitant as I don’t want Xfinity blaming any problems on me. 

      Open to informed suggestions. 

      • plemans's avatar
        plemans
        Guru - Experienced User
        Nov 30, 2023

        If you've been renting for that long, you should be able to get it upgraded. 

        I'd contact them through chat/calling and ask about an upgrade to the XB7 or XB8 modem. 
        If you're renting, they tend to keep it a bit more current. Might just need that reaching out on your part