Just to get this right: this functions as both modem AND wifi router? So i only need this one to set up my internet? Thanks!
1264208
That is correct my friend! You save yourself the $5 per month in rental fees bc you don't have to rent their modem. And it doubles as a wireless router. They are also fairly easy to set up so you have a secure network. Hope that helps!
1264209
Yes, it is both. Just hook the cable up to it, and you can access it as wifi OR plug into it with ethernet.
1264210
Yes. Just plug it in and call your internet provider to have it activated on your account :)
1264211
Yes, it is both a modem, router and it's wireless. This is all you need. I don't know why more people don't buy these instead of several different pieces. All you do is call your cable company and give them the new MAC address located on the back of the unit and then the internet should function perfectly when all 4 lights are lit green (one will be blinking when in use).
1264212
It does function as both. Before you buy it I'd like to warn you that this is not even an adequate router/modem. I bought this and replaced it after a few months.
1264213
Combo modem/routers do not have the range as a separate modem and router. Unless you live in a small apartment or use your computer close to your modem you will be very disappointed with the range of the combo.
605633
This is not a WiFi router. This is a modem. You need this for high speed internet from the cable company. This basically receives the signal from the cable company and sends it to your WiFi router.
1312439
It is a load balancer, and a router is also built in if you want to use it as your main router(wired).It does install behind your dsl modem as it is not a modem. Hope that helps.
1681770
This is a wifi cable modem. You have to run your cable internet through the modem and then it will do the wifi.
1887931
Yes, you will need two of them. You are exactly right one for modem and the other wherever you want. I will say it is better than wireless but don't expect blazing speeds.
272443
I don' know , you should ask the seller, but yes, it is modem- router in one unit.
1139914
No, that model is both a wireless router and a modem in one. Nicer than having two boxes to deal with. All the instructions you need are on line at the Motorola web site and they have a help desk too.
1923067
Not sure how all this works? Can someone please tell me what I need to install this and what does it do? If i understand correctly, I have to already have internet set up in my home, then with this device, i can get wifi for up to serveral devices? so its like a wifi hotspot?
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No, modems and routers are two different devices. While Modems may provide some router capabilities, they are usually limited in the number of ports. Routers, such as this one, usually provide 5 ports, NAT to share your provider's IP address, and various and varied security options. You need to buy a top-tier DOCSIS 3 modem to pair with this router.
1870258
Correct --- both a modem and router. Mine is still going strong, no problems whatsoever. Never had to reboot it for any reason.
1558916
This is a router, it transmits the signal that the modem is feeding into it. If you are suggesting that it is a range extender for an existing wireless router/modem combo unit, no
1384129
This not a modem this is an AP. But what you are intending would work if you connect this to your modem through a LAN cable and use the wireless SSID from netgear. I believe that you will still have to use your modem and are talking about the "weak" wireless connection through your modem. So in this case your modem is acting as modem + wireless router. Also check other high strength routers or may be amplifiers if you just want that. There should be a comparison for strengths of routers somewhere. I use this in my apt so cannot comment on the range.
1149203
No it is a router. Some form of wifi or ethernet has to be available For it to do its job.
1156083
This product does not have an integrated modem, if that is your question. It will still function as router and switch if you pair it with a dedicated modem for your internet provider, but it is not an all in one gateway device for Comcast. If that is what you want try something listed on the Comcast website. http://customer.comcast.com/help-and-support/internet/comcast-supported-routers-gateways-adapters/
477411
No; it is not a modem. It is only a dual-baud router, and not a very good router AT ALL. I highly recommend staying away from Cisco/Linksys dual-baud routers. I recommend ASUS routers. But to continue the answer to your question - It takes an ethernet cable from your DSL Modem as input and provides a dual-baud WiFi signal for wireless use; it also has ethernet out that you can connect your PC to or other wired devices
646384
Yes, you would also need the modem. The internet provider I am currently using provided the modem, but I needed to purchase the router - so it is not "all in one".
1645363
Nah...what do you need a router for? ...but it has a wifi receiver to view movies etc....and if the wifi (wireless) don't work, you can hard wire it to your modem.