Voo
join:2007-04-11
Las Vegas, NV
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Re: [NV] Buy or Lease a Modem (for COX HSI)?
OMG so may varying options... must... sit ...down
lol
Thanks for the feedback all.
Is the "50% off for 6mths" offer valid in LV? And does Cox use the SA modem out there? I plan to get the 10/1 plan, and heck... for 50% off for 6 mths, I'll buy the modem just so my cat can sleep on it O.o |
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Mospaw
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Hawaiian Jellyfish
join:2001-01-08
The Pacific
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| said by Voo  :Is the "50% off for 6mths" offer valid in LV? You'll have to call them to see what the current offers are. They're always changing. And sometimes you can get a little extra if you ask nice. said by Voo :And does Cox use the SA modem out there? I've got one. Had it for a while. It's working fine for me, but apparently others have issues.
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jsimmons
Premium,MVM
join:2000-04-24
Falls Church, VA
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I have used the SFA modem without issues for a short time before buyinng a Mot SB5120. Both modems have an internal web server you can "browse" to to get status and diagnostic info. However, the SFA provides very limited info, and Cox doesn't "unlock" access to certain screens with critical signal level info. On the Motorola modems this info is readily accessible and allows you to keep an eye on your signal levels - critical for proper operation of the modem connection.
When connectivity issues arise, you're flying blind with the SFA modem. You're in the know with the Motorola. And when working with tech support on an issue, having that info can help you find/correct problems more quickly.
Either modem will work. The Motorola is superior in my opinion. Some say it also works better on lines with poorer signal quality. I can't substantiate that from experience.
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