Can I buy a modem and router to avoid paying cable company a monthly rental fee? If so, what features are important in both? Assume 'n' router? I want to stream Netflix, not run Ethernet wire for connection between router and the LG 60PN5700. Will any...
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Yes you can buy a modem and a router. as far as features go for a modem and router now days you can find the modem and router all-in-one machine and depending on how many devices you think are going to be used simultaneously is going to determine what kind of router you're going to get if one or two devices will be being used probably just a base model will do the job anything more than that many devices I would recommend a high-performance router or the dual band router I have a high-performance router and I have several devices. I have a PC 3 Ipads and a ps3. Most of those devices are active all the time and I haven't had any issues as far as compatibility goes with your modem and router just about any router and modem will work You shouldn't have any issues it should plug right in but if it's an old modem and router they only issue your going to have is speed but if you're buying brand-new anything out there will work and you shouldn't have any issues as far as your cable signal goes whether it be a new modem and router or an old modem and router
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You want wireless if you want to use the included apps like Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Prime, etc., and you don't want to string an Ethernet cable between your player and your router (which may be far away). If you just want to play movies and music, you don't need it, but with more and more streaming media becoming available, it is a nice option - if your internet connection can handle it.
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There are two ways to connect - ethernet wire to your router (best way) or use a ethernet powerline connection. I ordered the Linksys powerline for $114 and literally plugged it in and it works. It uses your existing electrical outlet to transmit the signal and lost not speed from my cable modem. If you use a traditional wifi it can be limited on speed and transmission can be choppy.
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I kept one, still needs it's own cable card and monthly service. If you just want to network them, you don't need a cable card but I think you still need the monthly service.
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Hi, Arthur! If you're asking if you can plugin the router in your room without using a PC, it depends. If your modem is in the same room where your blu-ray player is, that'll do. You don't always have to use a PC with the router setup.
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Yes you will. Most cable companies rent cable modems for a small fee on top of the regular package, and often renting a cable modem with a built in wireless router is possible, so you may not even need to purchase your own router.
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RhymeBoy.G, Thanks for your post. I want to connect our satellite receiver, blu ray disk device, and plasma tv to the internet by cat5 cable. We have the following: dsl modem&gt;D-link wifi router&gt;desktop pc&gt;wifi laptops. I was not certain if I could connect the entertainment devices through a switch connected to the wifi router. Now I know this will work! Thanks.
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Yes it is, no need for both modem and router. A free outlet and more space on top your your desk!
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Yes. I purchased a used one for $8.50. I couldn't be more pleased. I had to call Time W to get it online. The wifi is still a little iffy at this time. I decided to continue using my Belkin wifi router. I had been renting a docsis2 fromTW and struggled to get 20m even though I had been paying for 30m. Now I get 35m on ethernet and 20+ wifi. I think I have been renting for 6-10$/mo.
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I have the TREND net AC1750 and have been more than pleased with its capabilities. When buying a new router I did so much research i knew more than the sales people at most retail stores (best buy, office depot). This was the best one available and had a great price at $140. I have a 30MBS internet connection and that is more than enough for streaming on multiple devices at one time. Let me know if you want anymore information...
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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).
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I have this DSL modem/router. It is for phone internet (internet through the phone company) and not cable router (through cable company). I had trouble setting it up... come to find out it was the phone company's issue... they connected my internet to a second line! Other than that... the device has worked spectacularly. No issues!
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Since you're using your own modem. There would be no fee from the cable company to rent one. The modem works just fine on Comcasts network. The cable company will probably try to talk you into getting a newer modem for reasons they don't understand themselves. Don't buy into their BS
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Yes, you do need an internet provider. Our Netgear router has really worked wonderfully. We have several computers and two televisions working off it. We are using Roku to pick up Netflix on the individual television sets, since they are not smart TV's. My son is a computer specialist and he told me the Netgear router was tops. Very pleased.
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Correct --- both a modem and router. Mine is still going strong, no problems whatsoever. Never had to reboot it for any reason.
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This does not have a built in modem, the only advice I can give you for finding a built in Modem/Router is to look for a Router built for Gaming, they are always the best as online gaming requires large amounts of data flow, out and in. Myself personally, I would never combine the two. Reason, because if one goes out, they both go out. At least if the router quits working you can still Ethernet into the modem and get online.
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Hi. This is a router only. Do you need a modem-router? Let us know and we will do our best to help.