ARRIS – SURFboard DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem & Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router for Xfinity and Cox service tiers (Refurbished)
Maximize internet speeds with this ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem. Four Gb Ethernet ports offer rapid wired connections, and advanced wireless technology delivers fast long-range 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi connections. This ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem offers easy plug-and-play installation and lets you manage networks with voice commands via Amazon Alexa.
Features:
- DOCSIS 3.1 technology: DOCSIS 3.1 technology enables multi-gigabit networking
- Gigabit Ethernet connectivity: Makes it easy to connect to your home network.
- Internet security: Protect your information with AES, WPA and WPA2.
- Compatibility: Compatible with major U.S. cable internet providers including Cox, Spectrum, Xfinity and others. Best for cable internet speed plans up to 4 Gbps.
- Note: Ask your cable company if they support DOCSIS cable modems. DOCSIS (Data over Cable Service Interface Specification) is the industry standard for cable-based Internet access service
Wi-Fi 5
- Still widely used and reliable; older technology standard
- Great for daily use and functionality
- Supports multiple devices
2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz
- Good for video conferencing
- Less coverage than 6.0Ghz, but faster speeds than 2.4Ghz
- Good for most gaming
No Wi-Fi Mesh System
- To extend signal, purchase range extenders
- Place router centrally in your home for best coverage
- Less flexible coverage area than with mesh system
Integrated Modem
- One unit, vs. separate modem and router
- Fewer devices to manage
- If modem fails, you’ll need to replace the whole unit
32 x 8 This Channel Bonding
- 32 downstream and 8 upstream channels
- Less benefit if you have a slow Wi-Fi connection or ethernet
- Upgrade to a Gigabit Ethernet card or better Wi-Fi router to maximize performance
DOCSIS Certification 3.1
- Max upstream speed of 1-2Gbps; max downstream speed of 10Gbps
- Offers better security features
- Good for VoIP and online gaming
