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Eldrod
Tutor
May 26, 2020
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What Do I need to Replace R6700v3 System?

I have a current setup with a CM1000 ethernet-connected to a R6700v3 (first floor) and connecting wirelessly to an EX7000 (third floor).  The second floor seems to be spotty, so I wanted to upgrade t...
  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    May 26, 2020
    Much better performance using the cm1000 versus the orbi with integrated modem. Definitely keep your cm1000. It's a solid modem
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Eldrod
Tutor
May 26, 2020

I'm looking at the RBK50 as a complete replacement, but I need a cable modem.  Is there a cable version of the Orbi Router AC3000 (RBK50) or can I just connect the router to my existing CM1000 modem?  Any performance cons to that idea?

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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
May 26, 2020
Much better performance using the cm1000 versus the orbi with integrated modem. Definitely keep your cm1000. It's a solid modem
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    Eldrod
    Tutor
    May 31, 2020

    Excellent suggestions for the Orbi RBS50.  I replaced the Nighthawk with the Orbi and now I have a much faster home network with a mesh that actually work. Thanks!

    plemans wrote:
    Much better performance using the cm1000 versus the orbi with integrated modem. Definitely keep your cm1000. It's a solid modem