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Resolved Modems for Time Warner

Discussion in 'Networking (Hardware & Software)' started by trub, 2012/12/03.

  1. 2012/12/03
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    trub Well-Known Member Thread Starter

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    Hey guys, thanks in advance for the info. Networking is really not my specialty. I currently have Time Warner for my ISP. My current modem is a Cisco DPC2100r2.
    I have this modem in conjunction with a TP Link router. With this configuration I am able to get about 25 megs down and 1 up. The download speed is a bit above what my plan calls for.

    TW has implemented a $3.95 monthly lease charge for their modems. You can buy a modem from their approved list. They are stearing us toward Docsis 3 modems mostly Motorola. I really do not want to lease a used Docsis 2 modem.
    I am thinking of buying my own modem, which is allowed.

    After talking with them they have finally admitted that even though not on their approved list, any of the modems they lease could be used instead of sticking just to the approved list.

    My questions are as follows:

    I am happy with my current performance and wondered if I just buy the exact same modem I currently have then will its technology be good long enough to offset the cost of the purchase?
    Do you think because its not on their list I will be able to activate it? Is there any reason why it could not be activated?
    If I decide to spend more to go to Docsis 3 and get one on their list will I see any increase or decrease in performance? Remembering that I get above the advertised performace.
    My understanding is that at my current speeds a Docsis 2 is sufficient. Is there any good reason to spend more to go to Docsis 3? If I go to D3 will they be better able to cap my performance?
    Thanks so much in advance for your input. I greatly appreciate it.
    Any info you can provide will be of great help with my wallet and knowledge.
     
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  2. 2012/12/04
    SpywareDr

    SpywareDr SuperGeek WindowsBBS Team Member

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    To lease one for three years would be $3.95 x 36 months = $142.20

    The Motorola SB6121 (for example) is $79.95 which would be $62.25 cheaper.

    $62.25 divided by 36 months is a savings of $1.73 per month.


    Upside: The longer you can keep it running, the more you save.

    Downside: You won't be able to call them for support.
     
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    TonyT

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    answered in above post
    Probably can't be activated because the modems on their list will accecpt the custom firmware they will install on it.
    Yoy probably won't see any difference in performance, but if you decide to upgrade to a better bandwidth package from them then you'll need the docsis3.
    No, you are already capped. See previous.

    Oh, and even if buy your own modem instead of lease, you will still get support. The downside is if the modem dies or is flaking out then you will have to replace it out of pocket. The lifespan of a cable modem is approx 3-5 years. Heat takes it's toll on them over time.
     
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  5. 2012/12/07
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    trub Well-Known Member Thread Starter

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    Thanks much for the info. I truly appreciate it.
     
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    SpywareDr

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    You're more than welcome. :)

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