CenturyLink - N300 Router with ADSL/VDSL Modem - Black

Name: CenturyLink - N300 Router with ADSL/VDSL Modem - Black
Brand: CenturyLink
SKU: 5570198
Rating: 4.3 (1008 reviews)

Model: C1000A

SKU: 5570198

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Key Specs
- Internet Service Provider (ISP) Compatibility: Universal (The internet service provider(s) that the device is able to work with and/or connect to with minimal setup.)
- Downstream Data Speed: 300 megabits per second (The maximum speed at which data is downloaded from the internet.)
- Upstream Data Speed: 300 megabits per second (The maximum speed at which data can be transferred from the client to the server, or the upload speed.)
General
- Product Name: N300 Router with ADSL/VDSL Modem
- Brand: CenturyLink
- Model Number: C1000A
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
Features
- Auto Connect: true
Compatibility
- System Requirements: PC: 800MHz processor; Windows XP, Vista or 7; Mac: G3 or later; OS X 10.3 or later; 512MB RAM; 30MB hard drive; Internet Explorer 6.0+, Safari 2.0+ or Firefox 2.0+; Ethernet network interface card or wireless card; CD-ROM drive (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
Dimensions
- Product Height: 1.8 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 5.7 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 8.9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 1 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 1 year
Other
- Modem Type: High speed
- UPC: 789286808226

Quickly and easily connect to the Internet with this CenturyLink C1000A ADSL/VDSL modem and router that features Wireless-N technology for clear signals and enhanced range. The firewall and WEP encryption security options help keep your data safe.

ADSL/VDSL modem: Supports CenturyLink service speeds up to 40 Mbps.
Up to 300 Mbps data transfer rates with Wireless-N: For fast, efficient operation.
4-port 1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet switch: Allows wired connection of up to 4 computers to the Internet. Also features 1 WAN port.
Auto sensing: Automatically adjusts to the speed of your network to simplify set up of devices.
Built-in firewall: Along with WEP encryption helps keep your information secure.

Whats Included

CenturyLink ADSL/VDSL Modem and Wireless-N Router with 4-Port Ethernet Switch
Power cord, Ethernet cable, phone cable
Owner's manual

Q: Support 10Mbps Service Speeds?

A: Yes it will!

Q: Will I be able to connect my Vonage device to this modem/router from Century link ?

A: The phone adapter should connect to the router.

Q: How is the range? Will this have a better/greater range than the CenturyLink router/modem that came with my service?

A: Range is about the same just faster.

Q: Does this modem have a jack to plug in a telephone; not just the telephone cable from the wall?

A: No it cant, I got rid of the home phone everyone has a cell.

Q: Can I use this Modem with Google internet on my computer? I have Centurylink internet service.

A: yes

Q: do ihave to use an eartenet cable for wireless conection

A: no

Q: Can I use this with windstream internet service?

A: yes

Q: Is the Actiontec c1000a modem/router have dual band 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz simultaneously ?

A: yes

Customers are saying

Customers consistently note the N300 Router with ADSL/VDSL Modem's ease of use, straightforward setup, and generally good performance. Positive feedback also highlights its affordability and compatibility with certain internet service providers, while some users mention limitations in wireless range and occasional overheating. The modem functionality is frequently praised.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works perfectly
It was very easy to connect and start using. Very clear insructions and no problems at all.
Posted 9 years ago by Bill
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Mixed Feelings
I bought this product originally in May. It was not available in store and any of the local Best Buy locations near me, but was available at several of the Orlando locations. I bought online for pick up at one of the Orlando locations and made the hour plus drive each way to go and pick up. The in store pickup was a smooth transaction like previous in store transactions have been. Got home, and the set up was relatively easy and straight forward, which was welcomed. Product performed flawlessly for the first few days. Then I started having issues. This combo unit was purchased to replace a individual modem an individual router that was causing me. issues. When this unit started giving me issues about 12 into having, it lead me to believe that my problems may actually be Century Link related and not hardware related. Called Century Link repair service. It took a couple days for them to actually come out and investigate. They determined that the issue was indeed hardware related and not a line issue. Unfortunately by the time this was determined, my modem/router was just past the 14 return window. I wasn't aware of the 14 day return policy on this item until I called Best Buy to see what my return options were without having to make the long drive back to Orlando. After listening to my problem and some great customer service work by the Best Buy staff, they made an exception for return and provided me a shipping label to their return center. I actually just wanted a replacement unit, but because of the exception outside of the normal return unit that was not possible. I had to physically go and reorder the product after they received the defective unit and waited for my account to be credited. I did reorder the product, this time knowing the 14 day return policy and being hesitant over the previous issue, I added the 2 year protection plan to my purchase just to be safe. I had the item shipped to my house. It arrived quickly in 2 days. Once again the setup was easy and straight forward. We are about a month into ownership and so far eveything is running fine. So that leads me to my title line; Mixed Feelings. Long term I really don't know how this unit will perform. Short term, the setup was very easy and when it is working it works great. Hopefully the first unit was just defective. Either way, this time I am covered for 2 years. Although I feel the Best Buy 14 day return window should be at least 30 days, I do appreciate them listening to my situation and taking my long time customer purchasing history into account to help me return my original defective unit. Overall, I have always received exceptional customer service from Best Buy over the years and this has kept me coming back for my electronic and appliance purchases.
Posted 10 years ago by TrilbyCowboy
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Convenient Combination of Modem & Router
This unit replaced an older Quest modem and a Netgear router. It is easy to connect and now takes up less real estate on my desk. It also permits me to take advantage of the new, higher speed internet we recently signed up for.
Posted 9 years ago by Sparkeee