Buying a Modem Router Combo

CmdrJeffSinclair

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Hey guys,

I want the best possible wired ethernet connection possible. Wifi is a plus but to be honest I truly hate wifi and might never use it.

I can't seem to find any really awesome Modem combos though. I wanted the Asus (RT-AC68U) but it does not say it is a modem as well. I don't want to shell out more than $200 for this only to buy a modem also for another $50.

Anyone have any ideas? Maybe I missed something
 
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kanewolf

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I will always recommend that you go to the support page of your ISP and pick a device that is explicitly supported for the level of service you are buying. That might mean a discrete modem and separate router. I always recommend the discrete route because it has the most flexibility.

What speed WAN service are you trying to optimize?
 

CmdrJeffSinclair

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I have the Comcast "Blast" Plus which says "105Mbps" for $65/month
 

USAFRet

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Start at whatever Comcast suggests for supported devices.
Your search does not have to end there, but that is a good place to start.
 

CmdrJeffSinclair

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the comcast idiots don't know their asses from their elbows. They wanna recommend me the motorola srufboard 5100 which is horrible and old.

Just give me the information I asked for, thanks!
 

USAFRet

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Don't talk to them...just look on their support page
 

CmdrJeffSinclair

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You were literally less than no help. I don't appreciate your responses at all
 

USAFRet

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Well...I guess my assistance is no longer needed here.
 
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CmdrJeffSinclair

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you just evaded my question completely. It just made me irritated is all
 

kanewolf

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Sorry, that we can't be of help, but I totally agree with USAFRet. The Comcast support page is the place to start.