Question Modem Router Compatibility

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pbuchanan1

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Hi,

Apologies if this question has already been answered somewhere else. Right now I have cable internet coming into my house at 240 Mbsp (download) 15 Mbsp (upload) and a Motorola SURFboard SB6180 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem than came from the ISP. I notice that the Wifi is generally very slow and the range of the Wifi is not very good. I want to upgrade my hardware so I can get faster speeds and better range. So was thinking of ordering the tp-link AX7800 router to help do this. My question is, do I need a new modem now to go with this router? Or can I just connect the new router to the Motorola SURFboard modem/router combo?

 

JackMDS

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You can set the Modem/Router to Bridge Mode, that makes it work as Modem only, then connect it to Wireless Router like the tp-link AX7800.

 

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pbuchanan1

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JackMDS said:

You can set the Modem/Router to Bridge Mode, that makes it work as Modem only, then connect it to Wireless Router like the tp-link AX7800.

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Awesome thanks!

 

Brainonska511

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On a related note, most cable internet providers allow you to bring your own modem (BYOM) and have lists of supported ones for the various speed tiers offered, thus saving you the modem rental fee and removing a bad combination device from your network chain.

 

DaaQ

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pbuchanan1 said:

Hi,

Apologies if this question has already been answered somewhere else. Right now I have cable internet coming into my house at 240 Mbsp (download) 15 Mbsp (upload) and a Motorola SURFboard SB6180 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem than came from the ISP. I notice that the Wifi is generally very slow and the range of the Wifi is not very good. I want to upgrade my hardware so I can get faster speeds and better range. So was thinking of ordering the tp-link AX7800 router to help do this. My question is, do I need a new modem now to go with this router? Or can I just connect the new router to the Motorola SURFboard modem/router combo?

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Depending on where you are located, most, and that is a BIG most if you are rural, are going to DOCSIS 3.1 transport. But D3.0 can still deliver 500Mbs download if you have a 16 channel bonding modem.

OFDM/A are the future. FDX as well.