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ARRIS Surfboard S33 DOCSIS 3.1 Multi-Gigabit Cable Modem on sale for
$129.
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Features:- The SURFboard S33 features a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port plus an additional 1 Gbps Ethernet port for a 2nd network
- Cable internet service required. Does NOT include Wi-Fi and does not support cable digital voice service.
- DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem approved for cable internet speed plans up to 2.5 Gbps
- 32 downstream x 8 upstream DOCSIS 3.0 bonded channels, 2 downstream x 2 upstream OFDM DOCSIS 3 1 channels
- Connects to any existing Wi-Fi router for blazing-fast internet.
- Compatible with major U.S. Cable Internet Providers including Cox, Spectrum, Xfinity & others.
- Stop renting your modem and save on monthly modem rental fees!
- Sleek new, modern design fits nicely into home or office
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List of devices compatible with "Next Gen Speed Tier". [xfinity.com] Again, this only applies if you got an email about increased upload speeds
Edit: If you don't mind 35mbps upload cap or you're not on a plan that would even get you enhanced upload speeds this modem still works great for Xfinity/Comcast.
250mbps on a 1gbps plan is a line issue, not a modem issue. Likely a splitter or cable run that has gone bad. they should be able to see signal at the tap and node without having to visit your house first. If all of those are fine, then you should be testing speeds AT THE MODEM. Not your PC or anything post modem, at your modem. That's all they have to supply. Anything past that is your responsibility.
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From my understanding XFinity/Comcast has been increasing upload speeds in some areas. If you got an email it probably means your area. For increased upload speed you need an OFDMA compatible device like the CODA56. S33 will currently not work if you want increased upload speeds.
List of devices compatible with "Next Gen Speed Tier". [xfinity.com] Again, this only applies if you got an email about increased upload speeds
Edit: If you don't mind 35mbps upload cap or you're not on a plan that would even get you enhanced upload speeds this modem still works great for Xfinity/Comcast.
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Back on topic, I tried both this modem and the SB 8200 as they were about the same price at the time and this was faster for me.
Back on topic, I tried both this modem and the SB 8200 as they were about the same price at the time and this was faster for me.
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Note: To pull speeds over 1000 Mbps, the router and switch need to support multi-gigabit speeds as well.
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Having said that, if your SB 8200 is running well and the perceived overheating is not giving you a problem, I would say save your money as in my limited testing I found them to be very similar performance wise. I kept my SB 8200 to be used as a backup, but I have not taken it out of the box since I started using the S33