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RParadowski
Oct 19, 2022Aspirant
Netgear Nighthawk X10 AD7200 Smart WiFi Router (R9000) - Spectrum 10/2022 indicating need a differen
Netgear Nighthawk X10 AD7200 Smart WiFi Router (R9000) And extenders. Spectrum indicating as of 10/2022 I must use their router at a monthly fee for some Wi-Fi tv services. Netgear routers only no...
plemans
Oct 19, 2022Guru - Experienced User
I've seen where the ISP requires one of their routers be used when it comes to some of their specific streaming service because its how the streaming app verifies your home usage. Its how they've prevented password sharing.
Usually though if its required to have, its part of the tv service you're paying for and not another charge.
Could be something new on spectrums part.
You usually can still use your router/extender in conjunction with their router. You just need the netgear in ap mode so their router is primary