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Extending Wired Network Connectivity
Does anyone know of a a way to extend Internet connectivity on a Cox Contour setup to another coax location without:
1. Moving the Modem and Router
2. Running an Ethernet cable to the location
3. Using WiFi
With Verizon, I simply was able to setup a 2nd Actiontec router as a bridge and/or use an Actiontec MOCA device by plugging into the existing Coax at that location and connecting the computer's ethernet cable to the Actiontec device.
Seems with Cox, I have lost that ability and would like to get "wired" back up.
I have searched and searched without any success. Just wondering if I'm stuck???
Tecknowhelp
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What do you mean "extend internet connectivity on a Cox Contour"? Contour is a cable box system, and nothing to do with internet. It DOES use MoCA, which is a network standard through coaxial, but that is only to share recorded shows from DVR to DVR in the house. Are you looking to add another client contour cable box or are you trying to extend your Ethernet network?
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crazyasacox
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Tecknowhelp
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Using a MoCA adapter has nothing to do with Cox internet. With Verizon, it is integrated into their gateways, so yes, that would be easier. However, that doesn't stop you from using your own MoCA adapters. Two ECB2200 bridge together should work fine. One would connect to your router, the other would either connect to a switch for LAN or a AP for wireless. The only thing you need to watch out for is what band the MoCA is using. This is only a issue if you have Whole Home Contour DVR service. If you don't, then configure it like you didn't even have cable. Last, make sure any splitters between the two adapters are MoCA compatible. 5-2000Mhz splitters with circuit board internals work best.
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crazyasacox
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Tecknowhelp
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What actiontec router do you have? That may be possible. I haven't found any official documentation on what band Cox's Whole Home uses, so some trial and error may be required. Or if you want, you might be able to dig around in the host (big one) contour box's diagnostics to see, but I don't have one to test with.
Another option is Powerline. Have you considered that? Depending on the guage and shielding on your electrical lines and breaker, powerline can give decent throughput without the configuration required for MoCA. It's just hit and miss though because there is no standard electrical wire like there is a standard cable wire, AKA RG6. Either way good luck, and let us know how it goes.
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crazyasacox
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