I want to get a new modem/router combo. I have seen quite a few of these on the web and was wondering if anyone has any experience (positive or negative) with them. Also, I am on TimeWarner downtown, if that matters.
Our router is pretty old and we are want to tuck it away as we are making room for a baby in our previous office/2nd bedroom.
Any thoughts or recommendations would be great.
Wireless Modem/Router (All in One)
Re: Wireless Modem/Router (All in One)
I'm not sure whether Time Warner is going to be too keen on letting a foreign modem on their network. They might, but I've never tried. I'm pretty sure you'll at least need to call them and get your new device's MAC cleared.
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Re: Wireless Modem/Router (All in One)
Per their customer support chat folks, these are approved for their network:mean wrote: I'm not sure whether Time Warner is going to be too keen on letting a foreign modem on their network. They might, but I've never tried. I'm pretty sure you'll at least need to call them and get your new device's MAC cleared.
http://help.rr.com/HMSFaqs/e_rr_modems. ... 20Services
The NetGear stuff listed are all combo units. I think I am going to give it an attempt. Again, per their guy, it should not require any additional steps other than plugging it in (I will obviously secure on my laptop).
Re: Wireless Modem/Router (All in One)
If you buy one or Time Warner has options, be sure to check the reviews on CNET. AT&T uses a Motorola that broke after 18 months. Of course, the warranty was only for a year. I also bought a Belkin wireless that was a piece of junk.