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How do I use the Nighthawk X4S AC2600 R7800 without a modem? Does it provide better performance?
Hello everyone, I have recently purchased this router and keep reading online and hearing about how this router acts as both a router and modem. I'm guessing the initial setup of this router into yo...
That is D7800 not R7800... D7800 is modem/router but R7800 is just a plain router.
The product category of being AC2600 or AC3000 etc is the total wireless speed (2.4 +5Ghz band) your device is capable of but it doesnt mean there is just 1 model in that category.AC1750 example has 3 models (R6700, R6300 or R6400).
To know more about your model you may check the User Manual or the Datasheet on what the specs and features.
You should check with your ISP for a list of supported modems. Not all modem are sanctioned / supported by all ISP's..
Most ISPs in the UK insist on "giving" customers a modem. We then have to figure out how to use the modem we want.
As others say, ask your ISP, but tell people who the ISP is and someone might have worked out how to get a better modem to work with them and your router.