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  • QuestionWill a cat 8 cable work with this modem to connect to a router?

    Asked by Dono.

    • Answer Yes. Cat 8 is still ethernet, so there should be no issues using cat8 with this modem.

      Answered by Jeff

  • QuestionIs anyone using this modem on a TDS network? TDS does not seem to have a list of compatible modems available.

    Asked by techgal.

    • Answer I google what modem will work with a TDS system and this was the answer: The right modem for your TDS plan by Cheryl McCollum on October 27, 2018 in News 8 As TDS broadband speeds increase, a new modem that’s compatible with TDS products will make a world of difference. Looking for the right modem for your plan? TDS is now using DOCSIS 3 and DOCSIS 3.1 modems. DOCSIS stands for Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification. DOCSIS is the international standard used to transfer data over cable TV systems, which makes it possible for any cable modem to work with any cable TV system. Here’s an overview of the DOCSIS 3 and DOCSIS 3.1 modems: DOCSIS 3 modems can use multiple downstream and upstream channels at the same time (channel bonding) to increase the maximum possible speed. Channel bonding also helps provide more capacity to our users. Some DOCSIS 3 modems only support 4 downstream channels. Some support 8, some 16, some 24, and some 32. The number of upstream channels supported can also vary. Think of channel bonding like highway traffic. An 8×4 modem has eight lanes of traffic going into the city and four lanes of traffic going out. When considering an internet tier package and a modem, keep in mind that if you have lots of devices (phones, tablets, streaming videos, gaming counsels) going at the same time in your home, that’s a lot of traffic and you’ll need a higher speed package and a DOCSIS 3 modem. DOCSIS 3.1 modems can support up to 10Gbps downstream and up to 1Gbps upstream, with an improved quality. The use of Active Queue Management allows network delay to be significantly reduced with DOCSIS 3.1, even as data traffic grows on the home network. This is especially helpful in applications like online gaming where responsiveness is critical. Downloading movies and other content will be faster and graphics can display at even higher resolutions. This modem also enables a increase in network capacity. DOCSIS 3.1 technology improves the spectral efficiency of the HFC network and supports up to 4096 QAM (12 bits/symbol) and provides the potential to drastically increase the system capacity. DOCSIS 3.1 now also provides the very latest capabilities in digital communication technologies including: LDPC encoding, more than 1 GHz of usable spectrum, and support of QoS. The minimum number of channels that TDS recommends for our Ultra 100 tier is an 8×4 channel modem (8 downstream channels and 4 upstream channels). For our Ultra 300 package, we recommend at minimum, a 16×4 channel modem. For our Ultra 600 tier, we recommend at minimum a 24×4 channel modem. For 1Gig (coming to TDS cable markets), TDS requires a DOCSIS 3.1 modem at minimum 32×8 channel modem. To offer you the best quality service, we recommend using a TDS-provided modem. These are tested and certified to work correctly with the TDS internet package you order. Modems supplied by TDS are fully supported by TDS Technical Support. For more information about services contact 855-696-8368. And since the MB8600 modem is a DOCSIS 3.1, then yes it should work great for that purpose.

      Answered by supflx

  • QuestionLooking for a modem that is compatible with Century LInk internet

    Asked by CBonk.

    • Answer As long as Century Link internet uses a cable connection to provide internet, then this modem will work for you. It is DOCSIS 3.1 but is backward compatible with DOCSIS 3.0.

      Answered by supflx

  • QuestionIS this for businesses with 2 phone lines???

    Asked by jim.

    • Answer No, this modem is not equipped to be used with telephone lines.

      Answered by supflx

  • QuestionIs this compatible with the Google Mesh Wi-Fi System?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Absolutely. That is my exact setup at home. Works like a champ.

      Answered by Catman

  • QuestionDoes this modem work with Verizon FiOS internet service?

    Asked by Jai.

    • Answer No. This is for Cable service, not Fios. It works with services such as Cox, comcast, and other cable providers

      Answered by Jeff

  • QuestionIs this comparable with optimum?

    Asked by Optimum.

    • Answer From what I can see on the internet about Optimum, they use a cable to provide internet and television to a home. So the answer from what I can see, is yes, it should be compatible with a Optimum ISP.

      Answered by supflx

  • QuestionCan I use this modem for century link internet

    Asked by Sedo.

    • Answer You need to check on their website to see if it is a cleared modem to use. I have Spectrum and it was on the approved list.

      Answered by Mike

  • QuestionDoes it have a phone line in back of modem

    Asked by Badsimm.

    • Answer NO. this is just a cable modem.

      Answered by WarpLotus

  • QuestionWill it work with Verizon fios

    Asked by Max1.

    • Answer No

      Answered by Crooozin

  • QuestionDoes this modem work with Spectrum (Charter) as an ISP?

    Asked by Malchir.

    • Answer Yes. I am using it with Spectrum and works like a charm.

      Answered by MMcG

  • QuestionCompatible with xfinity> ?

    Asked by Wok.

    • Answer Yes it works for xfinity. its a cable modem design specifically for Xfinity. xfinity requires docsis 3.1 and this is that. xfinity does not accept docsis 3.0 anymore. and says its not compatible but they all are.. the reason behind this is because docsis 3.0 internet vulnerability and its speed is limited to 110mbps. im answering this because i used to have a motorola cable modem with docsis 3.0 and it can only handle 100 mbps something like that. oh forgot to mention... if you use more than 1 terabyte of download data... Xfinity will charge you $$$... they dont offer unlimited plans unless you ask.. they charge extra 50$ on top of what your paying now for unlimited Data. Your welcome #Bored

      Answered by CaeNguyen

  • Questionwith infinity service they said i don't need a router just modem,so i just purchase modem, correct ????

    Asked by manfromyonkers.

    • Answer If you want WIFI then you will need a router, this is only a modem. If you are only running 1 thing off the internet on a cat5 wire then this will do. This does not do WIFI.

      Answered by Kenh

  • QuestionWill this cable modem work with Apple Time Capsule wireless router? Will it increase wi-fi network speeds (up- and down-load)? Is there an advantage to receiving the 600 mB/sec speed or am I just wasting money by upgrading?

    Asked by Mike.

    • Answer However the RAX120 router can connect to Apple Time Capsule if you are looking to upgrade yet want to keep the Time Capsule as well. Just Google Nighthawk and Apple Time Capsule and it talks about compatibility. Rax120 works great with this modem as well.

      Answered by PlacesandSpaces

  • QuestionIs the MOTOROLA DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem Model MB8600 compatible with Optimum?

    Asked by ED.

    • Answer Model MB8600 will work with Optimum OnLine. However, it's important that you contact them before purchasing the modem to receive authorization to use the Motorola DOCSIS 3.1 modem on their network.

      Answered by Dave

  • QuestionDoe's this Modem work with Direct TV?

    Asked by FrankR.

    • Answer It should. It works with Dish Network.

      Answered by MMcG

  • QuestionPlugging this into the cable is one thing, but then what? Are there any other steps and how difficult is it?

    Asked by Details.

    • Answer Just call your cable service provider to activate it to your account.

      Answered by HoneyBadger

  • QuestionI am getting fiber to my house in about a month. I don't think the fiber uses the coaxial port on the back of the modem for connection. What port on the modem is used for the fiber connection? I only see one Ethernet connection on the back of this modem.

    Asked by JEK.

    • Answer This modem does not support fiber. fiber will require a different type of modem

      Answered by runks7

  • QuestionIs this modem "with voice"?

    Asked by Voice.

    • Answer Not that I'm aware of.

      Answered by GKY4

  • QuestionIs it compatiable with verizon? If not which modem do you have are? Thank you. DD

    Asked by DD.

    • Answer This would not be compatible with Verizon, as verizon is either DSL or Fiber. This is a cable modem, so would be for services like Cox or Comcast.

      Answered by Jeff