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DEMinSD
New Contributor
6 years ago

Best COX-supplied modem for Gigablast now?

Installation in a few days, and looking at options, there is the Technicolor CGM4140COM and possibly the Arris TM3402.  Maybe others? I'm in San Diego.  I'll be using it in bridge mode (no wifi or ...
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Cox_Internet_Cu
New Contributor
6 years ago

So, it’s 1; having phone service and 2; a getting a badass wireless signal?  A box for each?

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Bruce
Honored Contributor III
6 years ago

I think there's an unpublicized third-choice.  "Publicized" meaning it's on the Cox List of Certified Modems...

1.  Technicolor CGM4141:  Gigabit, WiFi
2.  Arris TM3402:  Gigabit, Voice

The unpublicized third-choice is the Technicolor CGM4140COM because it's not on the Cox list.

3.  Technicolor CGM4140COM:  Gigabit, WiFi, Voice

If I search for the 4140, I mostly get results for Comcast Xfinity.  I think it may be a regional installation to guarantee gigabit service to Cox subscribers by perhaps using Comcast networks.  I don't know.  Perhaps it's an omission on the Cox List.  You'd think Cox would offer a 3-in-1 box.