ASUS CM-16 | Ultimate 500 Inquiry
I recently attempted an upgrade of my Internet Classic 300 service to Ultimate 500 and my order was placed on hold for further information.
When I checked on the status of my order, I was info...
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Interesting compared to this information @ https://www.cox.com/residential/support/asus-cm16.html
| RECEIVE |
Flashing | Scanning for downstream channel. Verify all cable connections and try resetting the modem. |
| Solid Green | None. The downstream channel is connected in DOCSIS 3.0 mode. | |
| Solid Blue | None. High speed Internet connection with downstream channels in DOCSIS 3.1 mode. |
| SEND |
Off | Upstream channel inactive. Verify all cable connections and try resetting the modem. |
| Flashing | Scanning for upstream channel. Verify all cable connections and try resetting the modem. | |
| Solid Green | None. The downstream channel is connected in DOCSIS 3.0 mode. | |
| Solid Blue | None. High speed Internet connection with downstream channels in DOCSIS 3.1 mode. |
This appears to be a misprint on the Cox site. The CM-16 is a DOCSIS 3.0 modem and the blue lights probably mean that multiple channels are bonded, not that it's running in DOCSIS 3.1 mode (which would be impossible since it is a DOCSIS 3.0 modem).
Even though this modem supports "up to 686 Mbps", it's generally not a good idea to use any DOCSIS device at more than 50% of its rated maximum speed. This is why it doesn't work on a 500 Mbps plan.
Dave9,
Appreciative of your intel and candor, much obliged.
I will likely wait until Symmetrical 3.1 is available before investing in another modem.
FYI I'm not affiliated with Cox. Just a customer like everyone else, came here looking for answers and trying to help others where I can. FWIW, I've been very happy with the Arris SB8200 modem I got recently. It seems like a future-proof investment at least for the next few years.
