conrad_chaffee
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Hello all! I'm looking for some networking advice. I'll lay out my situation first, then ask for your expertise.
I just moved from an apartment where I had DSL to one where Cox cable is the only option. Not having done my research, I told the Cox salesperson that I didn't need a modem, as I already had one.
What I have is a Westell 327W router, not a modem. Westell's tech support page seems to indicate that it is possible to use this router with cable internet (probably by buying a cable modem and plugging it into the "Ethernet 1" slot), but the ppt file it links to does not work.
Should I:
1) Buy a cable modem and try plugging it into the Westell?
2) Buy a combo cable modem and router, like the Linksys WCG200 or the Netgear CG300?
3) Buy a cable modem and a better router?
In addition to your opinion on option 1 v.s option 2, I would also love to hear recommendations on the best modem or router for home use with cable-based internet. My setup is 2-3 wireless laptops, and one desktop (that could be plugged directly into the router).
Thank you very much.
I just moved from an apartment where I had DSL to one where Cox cable is the only option. Not having done my research, I told the Cox salesperson that I didn't need a modem, as I already had one.
What I have is a Westell 327W router, not a modem. Westell's tech support page seems to indicate that it is possible to use this router with cable internet (probably by buying a cable modem and plugging it into the "Ethernet 1" slot), but the ppt file it links to does not work.
Should I:
1) Buy a cable modem and try plugging it into the Westell?
2) Buy a combo cable modem and router, like the Linksys WCG200 or the Netgear CG300?
3) Buy a cable modem and a better router?
In addition to your opinion on option 1 v.s option 2, I would also love to hear recommendations on the best modem or router for home use with cable-based internet. My setup is 2-3 wireless laptops, and one desktop (that could be plugged directly into the router).
Thank you very much.