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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.
The CM500 has some good reviews from what I'm finding, however my current modem that my ISP gave me is a Cisco DPC3216 and costs more than the Netgear, I know prices aren't everything, but with my experience you get what you pay for. But I'm not finding any reviews on that one (the DPC3216).
Why not stick with the current modem?
What do you want to do that you cannot already?