ARRIS - SURFboard SB6183 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - White
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Highlights
- Key Specs
- Internet Service Provider (ISP) Compatibility: Cox Communications, Spectrum, XFINITY from Comcast, Most cable providers (The internet service provider(s) that the device is able to work with and/or connect to with minimal setup.)
- DOCSIS Certification: 3.0 (DOCSIS (Data over Cable Service Interface Specification) is a telecommunications standard that allows high-bandwidth data transfer via a coaxial cable for internet access. Each version updates the previous standard and is backwards compatible with other versions.)
- Downstream Data Speed: 686 megabits per second (The maximum speed at which data is downloaded from the internet.)
- Upstream Data Speed: 100 megabits per second (The maximum speed at which data can be transferred from the client to the server, or the upload speed.)
- Channel Bonding: 16 x 4 (The process of combining adjacent channels within a given frequency band to deliver faster broadband speeds. Channel bonding combinations are indicated as "downstream x upstream" e.g. 16x4 (16 channels dedicated for downloading data and 4 channels for uploading). The more channels, the more network traffic the device can support.)
- Number of LAN Ports: 1 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Local Area Network (LAN). LAN ports allow wired connections to other networking devices (wireless access points, range extenders, etc.) in order to share the internet connection received through a WAN port.)
- General
- Brand: ARRIS
- Model Number: SB6183
- Product Name: SURFboard SB6183 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem
- Color: White
- Network
- Input/Output Technology: MIMO (Multiple-Input Multiple Output) (Generally, multiple-input multiple-output communication technologies allow for more signals to be transmitted at a single time, which can improve the device's overall performance.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- DOCSIS Compliant: true
- Speed
- Wired Speed: 1000 megabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and router using an Ethernet cable.)
- Gigabit Ethernet Speed: true (Supports the gigabit Ethernet networking standard, which has a data rate of at least one gigabit per second, or 1,000 Mbps.)
- Compatibility
- System Requirements: Cable Internet Service (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 5 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 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 2.1 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: 0.838 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Other
- Modem Type: High speed
- UPC: 612572204009
The SURFboard SB8163 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem features 16 downstream x 4 upstream channels for high-speed internet access. It is compatible with major US Cable Internet providers and is best for cable internet speed plans up to 400 Mbps.
- DOCSIS 3.0 Modem: The SB6183 has 16 downstream x 4 upstream DOCSIS 3.0 channels.
- Gigabit Ethernet: The modem features one 1-Gigabit Ethernet port for wired connection to a Wi-Fi router or other wired device.
- Works with any Wi-Fi Router: Using the Ethernet port, connect to any Wi-Fi Router to share the high-speed internet connection around your home.
- Save on monthly rental fees: Stop paying rental fees to your service provider. When you purchase this modem, you can save up to $168 per year in rental fees.
- Compatible with major U.S. Cable Internet Providers: Approved for use with Cox, Spectrum, Xfinity and many others. Best for cable internet speed plans up to 400 Mbps.
- Support When You Need It: ARRIS has a long history - over 70 years - in the home networking category. With over 260 million networking devices sold worldwide, we have dedicated customer support and a 2-year warranty to ensure your investment is protected.
- DOCSIS 3.0 Modem: The SB6183 has 16 downstream x 4 upstream DOCSIS 3.0 channels.
- Gigabit Ethernet: The modem features one 1-Gigabit Ethernet port for wired connection to a Wi-Fi router or other wired device.
- Works with any Wi-Fi Router: Using the Ethernet port, connect to any Wi-Fi Router to share the high-speed internet connection around your home.
- Save on monthly rental fees: Stop paying rental fees to your service provider. When you purchase this modem, you can save up to $168 per year in rental fees.
- Compatible with major U.S. Cable Internet Providers: Approved for use with Cox, Spectrum, Xfinity and many others. Best for cable internet speed plans up to 400 Mbps.
- Support When You Need It: ARRIS has a long history - over 70 years - in the home networking category. With over 260 million networking devices sold worldwide, we have dedicated customer support and a 2-year warranty to ensure your investment is protected.
Whats Included
- SB6183 Cable Modem
- Power Supply
- Ethernet Cable
- Software License & Regulatory Card
- Support Information Card
- SB6183 Cable Modem
- Power Supply
- Ethernet Cable
- Software License & Regulatory Card
- Support Information Card
Product Manuals
Q: What is the maximum internet speed plan supported by this modem?
A: This modem is best for cable internet speed plans up to 400 Mbps.
Q: What type of ethernet connectivity does this modem have?
A: This modem has Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.
Q: Does this Arris modem support IPv6?
A: Yes, this Arris modem supports both IPv4 and IPv6 standards.
Q: How long is the manufacturer's warranty on this modem?
A: This modem comes with a 2-year manufacturer's warranty for both parts and labor.
Q: What is the maximum downstream speed supported by this cable modem?
A: This cable modem supports downstream speeds of more than 600 Mbps.
Q: How many ethernet ports does this modem have?
A: This modem has one Gigabit Ethernet port.
Q: Is this modem compatible with Xfinity?
A: Yes, this modem is compatible with major US Cable Internet providers including Xfinity.
Q: What is the difference between the SB6141 & SB6183?
A: The difference between the 6141 and the 6183 is the number of pipelines the Modem will handle. To give you a better idea: http://www.arrisi.com/modems/datasheet/SB6141/SB6141_Data_Sheet.pdf vs http://www.arrisi.com/consumer/_docs/Co-branded_DataSheet_05Jun/SB6183_DataSheet_05Jun.pdf The 6141 is more ideal for people who are not into the higher tier, high speed connections as they will only have 8 pipe lines for Data versus the 6183 with 16. Unless you are really planning on switching over to a higher tier plan, you will not use the full 16 pipes or gain the higher speed as it will be the ISP provider who will make use of the pipeline channels. The flipside, though, even with the lower tier plans, is that with the additional channels, if a few of them are flakey, you have other pipeline channels to fall back on. The important question for you is if you really want to spend the extra money for the additional channels of support, knowing you will not upgrade to a higher tier plan and whether or not your connection to the internet is 'flakey' or fairly stable. If it is fairly stable, go with the 6141, don't spend the money on the 6183. If you plan on going to the higher tier plan or your current plan shows a lot of noisy/error channels and connection must be 'rock solid'... You may want to consider the 6183. Note, the 6183 will not necessarily guarantee the BEST connection status over the 6141, even after what I said. You will want your ISP to look over your cable connection first before seriously looking at a modem as well. I only state the 6183 will probably help with connectivity given the additional channels for the ISP to rely on, but an expensive modem will not be able to overcome a bad cable run.
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| Pros for ARRIS - SURFboard SB6183 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - White | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed, Performance, Ease of use, Price, Setup | Speed, Performance, Ease of use, Setup, Price | Speed, Overall Performance, Ease of use, Setup, Connectivity | Overall Performance, Ease of use, Setup, Speed, Size |
| Cons for ARRIS - SURFboard SB6183 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - White | |||
| Heat, Signal Strength, Lights, LED Brightness, WiFi | Lag, Heat | Heat, Lag, Ethernet Port | Signal Strength, Connectivity, App |
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Customers are saying
Customers express satisfaction with the SURFboard SB6183 modem's speed, performance, and ease of use. Many find the price point appealing and appreciate the simple setup process. While some users find the bright lights to be a minor issue, the modem generally maintains a stable connection and has a compact size.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Modem gives you extra/free speed with Comcast
This modem gives you extra speed if you have Comcast, and you get the 150mb tier speed. I'm paying for 150 down and 5 up, but I'm getting an average of 180 down and 6 up. I've tested with multiple speed tests and servers. The slowest I've gotten with this modem is 178 download, and the fastest I've gotten is just over 184. Line quality is perfect and without packet loss. My ping on different servers locally is 4 to 7. Never any errors. The only negative I've found is it runs hot. You will need to place it where it has air all arpund not in a confined place. Also, when we had a big heat wave it got warm enough to lossen the cable in the back. I tightened it back up and it hasn't been a problem since. I highly recommend this modem if you have Comcast 150mb speed. And I also hear that it gives some extra speed on the 105 speed, but I can't varify that. Also got the price match from Amazon. Hope this review helps!
Posted by Warriorpoet
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Future Proof Upgrade
The Motorola Surfboard SB6183 cable modem, while being a tad higher than I wanted to pay, still pays for itself in the end. It not only will save you those pesky modem lease fees the cable companies charge, but this purchase will also future proof your broadband connectivity in that one shouldn't need to upgrade their cable modem for a year or two. You will definitely notice a speed difference increase with this modem, especially if you're currently using an older modem that has 4 or 8 bonded download channels. The SB6183 has 16 bonded downloaded channels at its disposal. This means if you're subscribing to the say the Time Warner 300/20 service and you're seeing speeds at half that with the older modems, purchasing this modem will correct that and get you in the fast lane. This product is definitely recommended, even if you're not subscribing to top tier broadband because eventually the cable companies will force you into a newer model of cable modem, so why not take advantage of the future today and purchase the SB6183? You'll be glad you did.
Posted by derek32
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The need for speed!
I initially bought my Motorola SURFboard Modem SB6121 back in 2014. I have utilized it for many Internet providers to eliminate the equipment rental fee that a lot of them try to charge per month. My current Internet provider is Spectrum, which I have the 100 Mbps service plan. My speed was around 110 Mbps when I did some various speed test. I decided to upgrade my modem since this one had a high Mbps throughput of 172 Mbps & upgrading my plan to 400 Mbps was only an extra $20. I went ahead and bought the SURFboard Modem SB6183 to prepare for my faster speed. When I did the speed test, it had increased all the way to 240 Mbps. That was with only changing out the modem! Now I’m debating about increase my speed as the SB6183 has doubled my speed alone (it can handle up to 600 Mbps). The changing of the modem was as simple as plugging in the coaxial into the modem and an Ethernet cable to my laptop. Then I was able to inform my provider via an online internet tab that popped up. I highly recommend trying to upgrade your modem or to purchase one instead of paying rental fees that cost you more than a modem. I included pictures of the modem in the dark, so that you are able to see how much light is seen when it is on.
Posted by waggs181
