Motorola SBG900

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degas1900 Author

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Motorola SBG900

Getting ready to replace my old Comcast-supplied broadband modem that keeps dropping connections with a purchased Motorola SBG900 Surfboard wireless cable modem. Any helpful hints or horror stories before I pull the plug on the old modem and install the new one?

MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.5.4)

Posted on Jul 20, 2008 8:21 AM

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degas1900 Author

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Jul 20, 2008 7:13 PM in response to degas1900

Never mind--installation was fairly painless. Only quirks for those of you with Comcast is that the installation disk for the modem is useless with a Mac (only works on Windows PC). Also, a phone to Comcast is necessary for it to log in the new modem's HFC MAC ID (took about 15 minutes on the phone).

Also, for anyone getting new equipment, a word to the wise: download any user guides for the new equipment BEFORE you disconnect the old (done from the manufacturer's website). I did and it was invaluable in going through the setup process.

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Aug 25, 2008 11:22 AM in response to degas1900

Degas, is this the modem and wireless router in one unit?

I'm considering the switch to Comcast from earthlink DSL and was willing to buy the modem and router, rather than rent. I've three computers scattered around the house, a new iMac, an older PowerBook G4 and an even older iBook G3.

Do you still recommend this modem/router?

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