“Is it compatible with cox high speed?is this a modem? Is this all I need?”
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Answering "Is this all that I need?" A modem connects you to the internet...but it... (a) does not create wifi in your home, (b)has only one port and lets you connect only one computer (and only by an ethernet/Cat5/Cat6 cable), and most importantly... (c) DOES NOT PROVIDE INTERNET SECURITY AGAINST HACKERS. Your computer software comes with a firewall for some protection, but... You'll need a router and/or a VPN to add security to your online excursions, so that hackers can't get into your computer (as easily). A router also lets you split your signal, so you can connect multiple computers or devices in your home. There are regular routers (allowing you to plug multiple cables into the back, to connect multiple devices) and wireless routers (which obviously send out a wifi signal for your devices to receive). You'll want to get familiar with how to set up your router. They come with instructions. When you plug it in, be ready to immediately change the admin username and password. Hackers know the default passwords to common routers and can get past the router pretty fast if you don't change the password! The admin username and password are not the same as your wifi password. The admin password is for you to be able to go into the router's "dashboard" and change settings on it (from your computer screen). You can even set up a "Guest" account, so that visitors can surf the internet on a separate wifi signal, without knowing your family's password! The wifi password is what you'll use (or give to your family) to connect to the internet without using a cable. Be careful: ~Not to click on ads or websites you don't know are safe--and be careful of fake ads that look real.. ~Not to open or click on anything in emails that could be suspicious ("phishing" attempts, such as counterfeit emails from you bank or credit card). ~Not to connect USB devices/flash drives to a computer if you don't completely trust the company they came from! (It's worth the money to pay a little more and get a flash drive or device from a reputable company in the USA. Many low-priced devices made in other countries come with pre-installed malware or spyware and give outsiders access to you PC. Ask me how I found this out....)
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.We have 300 down and it works ok. If you have a Cisco telephone modem (max down is 150 per Cox) and are paying for 300 down, it will give you the download speed you are paying for. Run an internet speed test to verify your download speed. You can use both by getting a coax splitter. If you are still not getting 300 down, call them. They had to repair our lines out in the street to clean up the signal noise and strength coming into our home. It was a big hassle but worth it. Be persistent with Cox. Their customer service can be pretty horrible—it took 4-5 weeks and many tech/construction crew visits until it was repaired.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, it is compatible with COX and yes, it is a modem.
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