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Akros
New Contributor
3 years ago

SB1683 Only 100mbs Link Speed Network Connection

When I connect my computer directly to the modem using a cat 5e or cat6 cable it only connects at 100mbs. I am talking about the "link speed" (transmit/recieve) , not the upload/download speed. When ...
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Bruce
Honored Contributor III
3 years ago

To reset your DOCSIS 3.0 modem, log into your Cox account.  There will be an option to reset or refresh your connection.

Modems have a mini routing table so it probably doesn't like the "hot swap" connection from the router to your computer.  Whenever you connect a new device, it's best to reboot the modem to renegotiate and setup a new table.

I'm not implying you'll get better bandwidth because I'm also on the 150 plan but hardly get anything over 100.