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Transferred the download file for Suddenlink to your modem.

Transferred the download file for Suddenlink to your modem.

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Xx_VDS_xX
Junior Member
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08-06-2016, 02:35 PM
#1
I switched to the 1 gig plan for Suddenlink. Initially, I was receiving about 450mbps. I checked my modem page and discovered a few issues others have reported. It seems there are privacy concerns and potential piracy affecting my equipment. I’m stuck updating or viewing modem statistics. Have you experienced similar problems? My modem model is an Arris SB6190.
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Xx_VDS_xX
08-06-2016, 02:35 PM #1

I switched to the 1 gig plan for Suddenlink. Initially, I was receiving about 450mbps. I checked my modem page and discovered a few issues others have reported. It seems there are privacy concerns and potential piracy affecting my equipment. I’m stuck updating or viewing modem statistics. Have you experienced similar problems? My modem model is an Arris SB6190.

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NinjaHRice
Junior Member
16
08-07-2016, 08:08 AM
#2
No, I don't own any hardware.
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NinjaHRice
08-07-2016, 08:08 AM #2

No, I don't own any hardware.

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thefishleo
Member
166
08-07-2016, 09:29 AM
#3
They can fully limit who accesses the hardware and move configuration files to the modem. To join their network, you need to obtain their configuration files.
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thefishleo
08-07-2016, 09:29 AM #3

They can fully limit who accesses the hardware and move configuration files to the modem. To join their network, you need to obtain their configuration files.

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08-07-2016, 02:16 PM
#4
For your reference, only the cable provider can update the firmware of a cable modem. This applies whether you own the equipment or not—they are the sole authorized party. Second, ISPs regularly distribute updated configuration files to these devices. This is standard practice. Certain ISPs limit access to their modem’s settings pages, as customers might contact support if they believe their signal isn’t performing correctly, even when service is functioning properly. In essence, it helps prevent complaints directed at customer service.
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BudderKing0428
08-07-2016, 02:16 PM #4

For your reference, only the cable provider can update the firmware of a cable modem. This applies whether you own the equipment or not—they are the sole authorized party. Second, ISPs regularly distribute updated configuration files to these devices. This is standard practice. Certain ISPs limit access to their modem’s settings pages, as customers might contact support if they believe their signal isn’t performing correctly, even when service is functioning properly. In essence, it helps prevent complaints directed at customer service.