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SHamburg
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Dec 11, 2020
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Can I set up multiple channels with this modem? 5.0 and 2.4

I'm trying to install a Honeywell smart thermostat but found out it's not compatible with 5.0 Modem speeds, needs to be 2.5 (2.4?).   Is there a way to set up this modem to have 2 channels ?    I hav...
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    plemans
    Dec 11, 2020

    The cm1000 is a modem only. It has no router or wireless capability. 

    What actual router do you have? 

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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
Dec 11, 2020

The cm1000 is a modem only. It has no router or wireless capability. 

What actual router do you have? 

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SHamburg
Tutor
Dec 11, 2020

Thanks for the quick response.  I'm using an EERO router and a SMARTTHINGS hub 

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    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User
    Dec 11, 2020

    so you'd want to check with eero's forum/support for the best way to connect a smart device. 

    The modem doesn't do anything with wireless.