[Equip] Modems EOL
It looks like Comcast EOLed almost all of their DOCSIS 2.0 modems recently. What does this mean for me (using a modem that was just marked EOL)? I still get 28Mbps down, 5Mbps up on performance...
View Article[WiFi] xfinitywifi channel
I recently started having wifi difficulty at home, where I have comcast wifi. I then noticed the SSID xfinitywifi, which appears to be from my comcast wifi gateaway (it disappears if I unplug the...
View Article[Speed] Not getting new promised speeds. Router issue?
Hi. I signed up for a new HSI package. I was getting 25 mbps and should now be getting 50 mbps. However, I am still sitting around 20-25 mbps. When my modem is plugged directly into the PC, I get the...
View Article[Connectivity] Signal attenuator for downstream
Do they make these? My friend has 12 db on the downstream and 48 on the upstream. He's having a lot of jitter in some games. Do they make 100mhz+ downstream attenuators? Edited to add topic group...
View Article[Speed] Speed dramatically slower recently
My first post here. My internet speed has dramatically declined recently. I have Comcast Blast (50Mpbs) and speedtest.net tests have consistently reported up to 45 Mbps prior to Friday Jan 3. For...
View Article[Connectivity] Using ATT Microcell/Verizon Network Extender. My voice cuts out
I have an ATT Microcell and Verizon Network Extender connected to my Comcast Cisco wireless modem/router. When making or receiving calls, the person on the other end often tells me my voice cuts out or...
View Article[Caps] Comcast New 300GB Monthly Limit And Overage Charges
Well, this is some BS!!! Dear XFINITY Internet Customer: At Comcast, we recognize that our customers use the Internet for different reasons and have unique data needs. Starting September 1, 2013,...
View Article[Connectivity] I hate cold weather
I hate it when the temperature gets near 0. I always run into upstream issues. Connection goes dead, but I can see the link light still blinking as normal for awhile. Then it goes into a reconnect, but...
View Article[Rant] Comcast tries to blame my BRAND NEW router
Just bought a brand new Netgear N900 router to replace my 4th gen Apple AirPort Extreme. Today January 6th it's raining out with some snowmelt so moisture is possibly an issue. I'm having horrible...
View Article[Connectivity] TFTP errors and dropped connection again
What in the world are these TFTP errors in my log, please? Just had another (brief) outage and found them. Really worried as when I googled "tftp" there seems to be some indication of spoofing. ??? My...
View Article[IPv6] ipv6 ethernet works/wireless does not
why does ipv6 work on my desktop with a wired Ethernet connection,but it does not work on my wireless laptop? Edited to add topic group category and edited title to make it more definitive of topic....
View Article[Connectivity] Occasional disconnects; webpages time out
Hi- We're experience sporadic connectivity issues (disconnects), and I was wondering if someone can confirm these stats from the Motorola SB5100 modem. This past may the wireless router was upgraded to...
View Article[Connectivity] Horrible Connection - Modem Stats Attached
Anyone know where I should start looking? All of the line levels, etc. are in line with what they have been for the past several months and everything was working fine. The past week or so, I've had...
View Article[Speed] What did Comcast do to my modem?
About 6 months ago, I moved from an apartment to a house on the same Comcast system. I have a Motorola SB6141 modem. The day after I called to move the service (a couple days before I moved), the...
View Article[E-mail] Compatible email client for Comcast
I'm looking for suggestions for an email client that will work with Comcast's webmail. I want to be able to download the messages to my desktop; NOT any of the "cloud" or "live" stuff. Currently have...
View Article[Equip] TM822G modem - backup battery required?
In connection with my Xfinity installation scheduled for Thursday, I bought an Arris TM822G modem. It did not come with the backup battery. I vaguely recall reading here or on the Comcast support forum...
View Article[Rant] Comcast cut off my non-Comcast service
A few days ago, I returned home from a vacation to find that my RCN cable internet service was not working. Not only that- when I opened a web browser, it would take me to a Xfinity self-activation...
View Article[Rant] providing xfinitywifi on customer owned router
This is a very minor rant, but does anyone else find it strange a a bit of a slap that in order to offer xfinitywifi connection you need to lease a comcast device? I mean, as a good Samaritan I would...
View Article[Connectivity] Torrent blocked?
Does anyone know if Comcast is blocking torrents? I am getting like 2k download. Edited to add topic group category. uid://455626
View Article[CDV] Digital Voice Modem?
I am modeling xfinity packages as I am thinking of switching to this service. When I go through on the web, it tells me I need a "digital voice modem" for $8/month. Couple questions on this if you'd be...
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