“will this wifi 6 router be compatible with my older Cable Modem? or must I buy a newer modem?”
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Yes. it is compatible and no you don't need to buy a newer modem on account of compatibility with your router. A router doesn't know or care about the modem. only that it is able to exchange internet protocol packets over Ethernet. I assume your cable modem has an ethernet jack. Your cable modem version (DOCSIS 1, 2 or 3) only relates to compatibility with your internet service provider. Your ISP may no longer support DOCSIS 1 but DOCSIS 3 is overkill as in most cases as we all all suckered into paying more than we have to for speeds far greater than we need.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.It shouldn't matter if it's old or not, however you might want to contact your ISP and ask if it will.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.This router does not, per se, require a brand new cable modem; however, the router will only perform relative to your cable modem's spec and your cable provider's plan. You will probably have to upgrade your plan and modem to receive the best performance out of this, or any, new high spec router.
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