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Wireless modem routers with Coax connection
I think I have a problem with my modem and want to replace it (and my wireless router) with a combined wireless modem router. My problem is that I am with NTL (now virgin media) and have not got a phone line internet connection (which i think would be ADSL?).
I have been told that I need a modem with DSL (not really sure what that means) because I am currently connected from a cable with a "coaxial" connection. How can I get hold of a wireless modem router with a coax input? Even on the virgin media website, I can only find ADSL modems without coax inputs.
(My current modem is a "TERAYON TJ210")
Thankyou
I have been told that I need a modem with DSL (not really sure what that means) because I am currently connected from a cable with a "coaxial" connection. How can I get hold of a wireless modem router with a coax input? Even on the virgin media website, I can only find ADSL modems without coax inputs.
(My current modem is a "TERAYON TJ210")
Thankyou
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you should look to get a belkin or netgear standard router (not ADSL) don't request from isp as they'll rip you for it. if you don't mind me asking why are you looking to replace your modem. let me know and i'll try to help further
sorry just saw first part of your question, d'oh, virgin cover your standard equipment as part of your subscription so you need to get that replaced first. unfortunatly you can't get combined router and cable modems to the best of my knowledge
Ask them for a cable modem with builtin wireless.
use this hyperlink http://broadband.motorola.com/consumers/products/sbg900/ as virgin will only supply the standard modem free of charge
If you supply your own modem (which I would). It sounds like you want a CABLE MODEM (if you pay your cable TV provider for internet, safer bet still). You will likely have to tell the cable company the "MAC ADDRESS" of your modem. They use this number to authenticate the modem on their network and provision for your account's service level.
IF you simply change modems, the new one will NOT work until you give them the number. (In most cases).
Router: Agree with Netgear or Belkin (I prefer Netgear).
IF you simply change modems, the new one will NOT work until you give them the number. (In most cases).
Router: Agree with Netgear or Belkin (I prefer Netgear).
Damn straight belkin are fickle things, althought the life warranty is handy
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