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Motorola - B12 32 x 8 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem - Black

Model: B12-30-10
SKU: 12186259
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  • Key Specs
    • Internet Service Provider (ISP) Compatibility: Cox Communications, XFINITY from Comcast, Charter Communications, Spectrum, RCN (The internet service provider(s) that the device is able to work with and/or connect to with minimal setup.)
    • DOCSIS Certification: 3.1 (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: 2.5 megabits per second (The maximum speed at which data is downloaded from the internet.)
    • Upstream Data Speed: 1 megabits per second (The maximum speed at which data can be transferred from the client to the server, or the upload speed.)
    • Channel Bonding: 32 x 8 (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.)
    • USB Ports: 1 x USB-A (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
  • General
    • Brand: Motorola
    • Model Number: B12-30-10
    • Product Name: B12 32 x 8 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem
    • Color: Black
  • Network
    • Quality Of Service (QoS) Traffic Prioritization: true (Allows a user to manage a device's network performance by configuring the types of traffic that receive top priority for transmission. High priority functions and applications receive maximum network performance, while low priority traffic receives minimum performance.)
    • 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
  • Features
    • Auto Connect: true
  • Speed
    • 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: none (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
    • Voice Assistant Built-in: No, No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 5.2 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: 4 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: 0.9 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Other
    • Modem Type: High speed
    • UPC: 850030782045

Ultra-fast DOCSIS 3.1 performance modem allows you to Stream, game, conference and more with confidence. DOCSIS 3.1 supports speeds up to 10x faster with higher efficiency. Backwards compatible with 32x8 DOCSIS 3.0 so you can future proof your network.

    Whats Included
    • Cable Modem
    • Power Cord
    • Wrench
    • Ethernet Cable

    Q: What is the warranty period for the modem?

    A: The manufacturer's warranty for parts on the B12 Motorola Cable Modem is 2 years.

    Q: Does the modem support Gigabit Ethernet?

    A: This modem does offer Gigabit Ethernet speed.

    Q: What is the maximum downstream data speed of the modem?

    A: The maximum downstream data speed of this modem is 2.5 megabits per second.

    Q: What are the dimensions of the modem?

    A: The B12 Motorola Cable Modem has a product width of 4 inches, a length of 5.7 inches, and a height of 5.2 inches.

    Q: Can the modem prioritize traffic using QoS?

    A: This modem offers Quality of Service (QoS) traffic prioritization.

    Q: How many LAN ports does the modem have?

    A: This modem has one LAN port.

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    Pros for Motorola - B12 32 x 8 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem - Black
    Speed, Performance, Setup, Ease of use, DesignSpeed, Performance, Ease of use, Setup, CompatibilitySpeed, Overall Performance, Ease of use, Setup, ConnectivityOverall Performance, Speed, Setup, Connectivity, Design
    Cons for Motorola - B12 32 x 8 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem - Black
    CompatibilityLag, Heat, Ethernet Ports, Signal StrengthHeat, LagThere were no cons for this product

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    • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

      Clean lookin

      Works well with spectrum cable. Easy to setup no frills simple modem.

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    • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

      Motorola Cable Modem

      Very easy to install, it took about 15minutes. It looks great setting on the shelf and has remained connected and strong for about 2weeks now.

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    • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

      Tiny and Powerful

      The Motorola B12 is the smallest modem I’ve ever seen—its design resembles more of a Bluetooth speaker than a traditional modem. It features a sleek and simple with no buttons (aside from reset), a single Ethernet port and an indicator light at the base. Setup was simple and straightforward. I was replacing an old modem that had given me countless issues for the past 3 years, so I was prepared for potential complications. However, activation was as simple as calling my internet provider and reading off the MAC address for them to send a signal. Please keep in mind, this modem requires a separate router. In my case, I paired it with an Asus ZenWiFi system, and to my surprise, the router immediately recognized the new modem and established a connection within two minutes of plugging it in. I tried to access the modem’s internal settings via direct connection using the desktop, but I was unable to log in using the default IP address. I'm sure I could figure out a workarounds, but since my internet was working as expected, I left the settings untouched. The cable technician was impressed by the signal strength, especially when compared to my previous modem. Overall, I’m extremely happy with the Motorola B12, mainly due to the ease of use and compact size.

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