Typically, you turn off the WiFi and that's it. This modem you turn off the WiFi and the waveform continues. Yes it is no longer broadcasting the SSID, but I can see the waveform on the WiFi analyzer. My wife does not like radio transmitters near her, so...
Yes it is no longer broadcasting the SSID, but I can see the waveform on the WiFi analyzer
I think that is the ZigBee connection for Cox Homelife and it can't be disabled. See here for more info on the ZigBee RF exposure. Won't it be right next to a Wi-Fi router making the health concerns moot? Either way if you are that concerned why not buy a stand alone modem? Won't have to rent the gateway as a bonus.
Just to be clear, you are not talking about the Hotspot right? That would show up as a normal SSID.
Correct. I just wanted to disable the Cox WiFi/ radio. I have three access points so the router is also WiFi-less. LOL I have a Netgear Nighthawk and seems a waste not to use the built in WiFi but it is not needed. I need a radio less modem and a wired router. I looked but it's cheaper to buy what Costco is carrying at the time.
I suggest the Arris S33 or if want to safe money, the Arris SB8200. Watch out for the S33v2 which I have heard has had problems but could just be a Comcast bug.
For a full list of modems, see here. You probably want a DOCSIS 3.1 modem so that is 1Gbs service and above and look to the right where it says "integrated Wi-Fi" is No.
Also, I am assuming you are internet only. If you have Cox phone you are eligible for a free Wi-Fi-less phone modem(eMTA). I think the latest is the TM3402
