[nmglug] Advice, please, for selecting modem and router

[John Osmon]

I avoid all-in-one devices.  I'd buy separate devices:
  - modem device (DSL/Cable/Fixed Wireless)
  - router
  - Access Point

I see DOCSIS 3.0 cable modems at Thrift Stores on a pretty regular basis
for under $10.

Lately, I've used MikroTik 951 and/or Ubiquiti EdgeRouterX devices for
routering.

Currently I'm using a couple Engenius APs to cover different parts of
the house.  Each is hard-wired back to the router.




On Mon, Aug 02, 2021 at 04:08:30PM -0600, Jerred Weingarten wrote:
> I have a Netgear C3700-100NAS. It is ok. I bought mine used. It was pretty
> inexpensive. I see them for $30 or less, used on Ebay. They claim they
> support up to 600Mbs on the WAN side.
> 
> I haven't used the wireless on the C3700-100NAS. I don't use many advanced
> features on the router. As I run a secondary router behind it. Still it
> seems like a decent unit for the price.
> 
> 
> On Mon, Aug 2, 2021 at 1:50 PM LeRoy Diener <leroy at choosetherightside.com>
> wrote:
> 
> > Hi NMGLUG folks,
> >
> > I'm looking to get a modem and router.
> > Since I'll use Cox as ISP, the equipment will need to be compatible with
> > Cox.
> > Cox will provide a combined modem/router for $12/mo. I'm thinking it will
> > be more cost-effective to get my own modem and router.
> > First, I could get a combo, but I think it's best to get them separately.
> > Cox told me that any DOCSIS 3.0 or better modem will be compatible, but
> > I'm not sure.
> >
> > Here's what I found so far:
> >
> > https://www.cabletv.com/blog/best-modem-for-cox suggests
> > the MOTOROLA MB7420 modem $58
> > https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H44UJF0/
> > and the TP-Link AC1200 router $40
> > https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07N1L5HX1/
> >
> >
> > https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/get-the-best-cable-modem-buy-or-rent-from-your-isp
> > suggests
> > the Netgear CM500 modem $44
> > https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-CM500-1AZNAS-download-Certified-Cablevision/dp/B06XH46MWW
> > and pricier routers https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-wireless-routers
> >
> > Ideas?
> > Thanks in advance,
> > LeRoy
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