If anyone in Aggieland has Suddenlink internet and TV WITHOUT Altice/rented modem/routers, please help!
I'm looking forward to moving to B/CS, but not excited about the SuddenLink monopoly (I've been reading the forum regarding interruptions and poor service). Since I'm shopping for 1Gig and basic TV, I guess I'll have to climb aboard the pain train.
I sure would like to set up a mesh on the property using DOCSIS 3.1 equipment while having BASIC (cable) TV.
However, it looks like I am forced to use the Altice "Gateway" (modem+router) and have to rent additional Altice One Minis for each TV ($10/mo). I guess we can't just use little cable boxes in the other rooms?
If INTERNET only, you have the option to use your own modem+router, BUT the following pops up on the SL site:
For the best performance you must have a DOCSIS 3.0 modem and a router capable of delivering an 802.11AC connection. Certified modems are listed below. Using a different modem may impact performance.
DOCSIS 3.0 for a 1 Gig package.... (?) I do not think 3.0 equipment can carry 1 gig...
Has anyone tried their own DOCSIS 3.1 equipment?
If so, does that mean I'm out of luck for basic cable TV (and have to go back to DirecTV)?
Thanks for any insight - I'm looking forward to being your neighbor even if I have to use rabbit ear TV and rotary phone!
I'm looking forward to moving to B/CS, but not excited about the SuddenLink monopoly (I've been reading the forum regarding interruptions and poor service). Since I'm shopping for 1Gig and basic TV, I guess I'll have to climb aboard the pain train.
I sure would like to set up a mesh on the property using DOCSIS 3.1 equipment while having BASIC (cable) TV.
However, it looks like I am forced to use the Altice "Gateway" (modem+router) and have to rent additional Altice One Minis for each TV ($10/mo). I guess we can't just use little cable boxes in the other rooms?
If INTERNET only, you have the option to use your own modem+router, BUT the following pops up on the SL site:
For the best performance you must have a DOCSIS 3.0 modem and a router capable of delivering an 802.11AC connection. Certified modems are listed below. Using a different modem may impact performance.
- Arris SB6190
- Arris SB6183
- Netgear CM600
DOCSIS 3.0 for a 1 Gig package.... (?) I do not think 3.0 equipment can carry 1 gig...
Has anyone tried their own DOCSIS 3.1 equipment?
If so, does that mean I'm out of luck for basic cable TV (and have to go back to DirecTV)?
Thanks for any insight - I'm looking forward to being your neighbor even if I have to use rabbit ear TV and rotary phone!