F5F Stay Refreshed Power Users Networks Using no router for a short period is fine. It won’t affect your connection unless you rely heavily on it.

Using no router for a short period is fine. It won’t affect your connection unless you rely heavily on it.

Using no router for a short period is fine. It won’t affect your connection unless you rely heavily on it.

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WafflesO_O
Junior Member
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08-14-2021, 04:28 PM
#11
These aren't traditional security measures embedded directly into home routers.
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WafflesO_O
08-14-2021, 04:28 PM #11

These aren't traditional security measures embedded directly into home routers.

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wizugame
Member
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08-14-2021, 06:03 PM
#12
Who said that? Unless we're discussing 28.8K modems because ISDN means all modems have routing capabilities—modems themselves aren't what they used to be anymore. Today, most devices act as modem-routers. You usually don’t need a separate router unless you want a separate subnetwork with its own IP range and settings inside the main LAN.
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wizugame
08-14-2021, 06:03 PM #12

Who said that? Unless we're discussing 28.8K modems because ISDN means all modems have routing capabilities—modems themselves aren't what they used to be anymore. Today, most devices act as modem-routers. You usually don’t need a separate router unless you want a separate subnetwork with its own IP range and settings inside the main LAN.

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Blockwalker02
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08-14-2021, 07:52 PM
#13
This device functions as a pure modem, supporting DSL and cable connections for specific models. It operates independently as a modem only—https://www.bestbuy.com/site/arris-surfboard-docsis-3-0-cable-modem-black/6290768.p?skuId=6290768&ref=212&loc=1&gclsrc=aw.ds&ds_rl=1266837&ref=212&loc=1&gclid=CjwKCAiArK_fBRABEiwA0gOOc9NUrdHjUoVsJlyqoCw8JPpoVM47NjbbTcoH7mMy8JDTJtCK9jHXVxoCfBYQAvD_BwE. A photo of its rear shows it would need multiple Ethernet ports if acting as a gateway, though most only provide one or four. Unlike routers that separate networks and enable communication between them, this model simply changes your connection type from one medium to another without managing separate subnets. Your connected PC receives an IP address assigned by your ISP, and these units just facilitate converting data formats between Ethernet and cable.
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Blockwalker02
08-14-2021, 07:52 PM #13

This device functions as a pure modem, supporting DSL and cable connections for specific models. It operates independently as a modem only—https://www.bestbuy.com/site/arris-surfboard-docsis-3-0-cable-modem-black/6290768.p?skuId=6290768&ref=212&loc=1&gclsrc=aw.ds&ds_rl=1266837&ref=212&loc=1&gclid=CjwKCAiArK_fBRABEiwA0gOOc9NUrdHjUoVsJlyqoCw8JPpoVM47NjbbTcoH7mMy8JDTJtCK9jHXVxoCfBYQAvD_BwE. A photo of its rear shows it would need multiple Ethernet ports if acting as a gateway, though most only provide one or four. Unlike routers that separate networks and enable communication between them, this model simply changes your connection type from one medium to another without managing separate subnets. Your connected PC receives an IP address assigned by your ISP, and these units just facilitate converting data formats between Ethernet and cable.

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VisiousViper
Member
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08-18-2021, 05:11 AM
#14
I didn't come with a router.
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VisiousViper
08-18-2021, 05:11 AM #14

I didn't come with a router.

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AloneNinjaYT
Junior Member
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08-18-2021, 05:34 AM
#15
Everyone chill, it was funny buying a router too. But there’s a bigger issue—something with the coaxial setup in the house isn’t working right. The modem and TV boxes aren’t communicating properly. I also received my TV boxes today. What I got is what I described.
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AloneNinjaYT
08-18-2021, 05:34 AM #15

Everyone chill, it was funny buying a router too. But there’s a bigger issue—something with the coaxial setup in the house isn’t working right. The modem and TV boxes aren’t communicating properly. I also received my TV boxes today. What I got is what I described.

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lolleskicraft
Member
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08-18-2021, 07:25 AM
#16
These options match exactly what I was considering for the TP-Link and Arris choices.
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lolleskicraft
08-18-2021, 07:25 AM #16

These options match exactly what I was considering for the TP-Link and Arris choices.

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Wiicarbon
Member
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08-18-2021, 01:11 PM
#17
Are you sure? I'm actually looking at something right now. Choosing ISP-provided gear means you're about 98% likely to have a "Gateway," while standalone modems remain a viable option.
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Wiicarbon
08-18-2021, 01:11 PM #17

Are you sure? I'm actually looking at something right now. Choosing ISP-provided gear means you're about 98% likely to have a "Gateway," while standalone modems remain a viable option.

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gormatadon
Junior Member
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08-23-2021, 08:06 AM
#18
Choose the TP Link router for its extensive community and support for custom ROMs.
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gormatadon
08-23-2021, 08:06 AM #18

Choose the TP Link router for its extensive community and support for custom ROMs.

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