Topic 'Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers' in forum 'Atlantic Broadband users forum' - dslreports.com

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:39:06 EDT

ABBDan posted : The N600 supports transmitting these speeds wirelessly over N - is your adapter N as well? If you've got any devices that are connected with G, all devices will be slowed to 20.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 14:36:01 EDT

Bmac1024 posted : Tech was at my house today and he told me the highest that cumberland will have is 40mb

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:56:05 EDT

osravens posted : Will Express be 20/2 or 30/3 here? Will Unleashed be 40/3 or 75/5?

Also, any news on the TV side about more HD channels or a digital conversion?

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 08:23:08 EDT

jrble819 posted : Just talked to a tech on the phone and she said that the scheduled date is June 5th for the rollout of Express and Unleashed in Cumberland. So, about a week in advance, we should all be able to start getting our modems upgraded.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 23:29:02 EDT

F34R posted : Any chance anyone knows what's going on as far as speed upgrades for Barnwell, SC?

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 19:58:39 EDT

osravens posted : ABB has a new billboard here in Cumberland saying that you can "Rule the Web" with speeds 25x faster than DSL.

Since Verizon's max offering here is 3 Mbps, that to me would be 75 Mbps. And ABB isn't offering that anywhere.

They used to offer a 768 Kbps tier at Verizon (I had it), and even at that, you'd have 20 Mbps or so, faster than MegaMax.

This tells me D3 has to be coming very soon here.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 15:24:45 EDT

Davidr627 posted : I called customer service today 2/24. Unleashed will be available at the end of March in Grasonville MD.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:26:32 EDT

neadysamurai posted : I had to buy a new router and over wireless im still getting 20 mbs but connected straight to the modem i get 40mbs so i think i need to configure somthing for it to work. I got the netgear 600 the lady said would work.
So without the router i can get 40 mbs speed but connect the router which is suppose to work great for this this im still getting 20mbs on speedtest and on ps3 speedtest.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:16:09 EDT

osravens posted : Yes, you're getting 40. Do a speedtest to check and see if you're getting what you should be.

I did not know it was available in Uniontown yet. This means we're probably next on the list.

Triple play packages in Altoona/Johnstown that had the 10/1 before now have 20/2 and those with the MegaMax 15/1.5 now have the 40/3.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:58:56 EDT

neadysamurai posted : I upgraded to the triple play package with atlantic broadband and it comes with the unleashed internet does that mean im getting a new modem and the 40 mbs internet?

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:26:41 EDT

jrble819 posted : They don't charge anything for it. The modem rental must cover it. At least they have yet to charge us any installation fees. It has to be something else.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:34:50 EDT

EnerJi posted : There's definite congestion--my speedtest just now (at 10:30PM on a Sunday) was for 5 Mb down and 1 Mb up. A speedtest performed during the day on Friday hit 13 Mb down and a little over 1 Mb up.

Sunday evening is considered a "peak" time for broadband usage. Does anyone else experience similar slow downs at peak times?

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:07:31 EDT

osravens posted : So they can collect the installation fee, of course.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:39:24 EDT

jrble819 posted : The only thing is that it's a voice modem. So it has to be installed by Atlantic BB. I can't just replace it myself unfortunately. Quite frankly I have yet to figure out why that is...

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:29:23 EDT

osravens posted : You may just want to try taking your modem down to Mechanic St. and say it's not working, it needs replaced, and see what happens. They might just issue you a 6580 (the D3 VoIP modem).

I've had to do that with cable boxes 3 times in the last 6 months.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 12:28:30 EDT

jrble819 posted : Just out of curiosity, does anyone know if I can have my voice modem upgrade now to avoid the possibility of a rush when AtlanticBB releases the new tiers to the masses of Cumberland? I realize that I wouldn't be able to get the new tier yet, but do you think they would upgrade it so it is just the flip of a switch when the new tiers are released? BTW I currently have a SBV5220.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:52:21 EDT

osravens posted : Are you doing speedtests? That sounds like node congestion or something going on there.

I have the 10/1 here, and I hardly ever have any problems streaming video. When I do, they're either working on the node or there's some congestion problems. And those anymore here are few and far between. I almost always get my full speed.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:29:25 EDT

EnerJi posted : I also wish I knew when the Miami Beach network would get the DOCSIS 3.0 upgrade! I'm currently on the 12 or 15 Mb tier (don't remember) and I can't even stream YouTube videos smoothly, and ESPECIALLY not at 720P or higher.

My previous provider (Comcast, in Atlanta) had a similar speed service "on paper" but was MUCH faster in practice. DOCSIS 3.0 can't come soon enough to the rest of Atlantic Broadband's cable plants.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:45:45 EDT

osravens posted : I wish I knew, buddy.

It shouldn't matter with a microcell if you have TV or voice, it should work regardless.

So you had an installation, and they brought you a 6580? That's a VoIP modem. It's also D3, so if they have those modems, I'd say we're getting very close to Express and Unlaunched being here.

Good to see some more area posters here.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:31:19 EDT

Jimh1962 posted : Ok any word when AAB will have docsis 3.0 in Cumberland.
I just had my SBG6580 installed and they had to downgrade
Some file to dosis2.0 to make it work. After about two hrs of
Playing with it. I get 16mg down and 1.6 up.

but now My AT&T 3G microcell will not connect it worked fine
With dsl, any ideas. I've enabled all the port and pass throughs
As per AT&T. Is there something I'm missing, does AAB have to
allow Vo/ip or VPN?

I know the 3G microcell works with AAB as my Daugherty has one
At her house but she has cable, voice and Internet,
I only have Internet.

Please help if you can, thank in advance.
Jim

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 03:23:40 EDT

bobytt posted :

said by Helpfulguy :

-Miami: The Miami network is the last, (I believe), to have D3 speeds provisioned. As far as I understand, that plant was run poorly by Charter-- the infrastructure as well as node placement and load balancing all need re-tweaked. We also have to make sure that our techs can get the signals they need to enable channel bonding. Its something that will require a concerted effort by our technical and engineering staff down there. When it does roll out, I'd expect a slow ramp up. The infrastructure in Miami is something that we're investing in, and the demand for this type of service is high. We want to make sure that it will be reliable, before we flip the switch per se.

So do you have any idea when those speeds are going to be available for Miami Beach 33139? Answer is going to be greatly appreciated.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:07:04 EDT

blackice posted : ok, so I'm already on a D3 modem and have the 15mb service in MD, dose that mean I can upgrade to 20/2 or (40/3) now?

overall 15mb is great, but im willing to pay $15/m more for almost 3x my current speed.

Thanks for the info.

B

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:37:55 EDT

EnerJi posted : Hi there Helpfulguy, I'm hoping you see this! I didn't see a way to contact you directly from your profile.

I just got activated with ABB in Miami Beach, and I'm having some problems with my purchased Motorola Surfboard 6120 modem. It's resetting itself every few minutes. The tech who installed my service unfortunately didn't have much to suggest except that he could bring back a rental modem tomorrow, and that I should consider buying another modem. This modem was flawless on the Comcast system in Atlanta for the past 6+ months before I moved to Miami.

Thanks in advance for your assistance.

Here's the information from the "Help" page:

Model Name: SB6120
Vendor Name: Motorola
Firmware Name: SB612X-1.0.3.3-SCM00-NOSH
Boot Version: PSPU-Boot 1.0.0.4m1
Hardware Version: 3.0
Serial Number: 317001032900208006040011
Firmware Build Time: Aug 12 2010 13:58:19

Here are the specs from the signal page:

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Bonding Channel Value
Channel ID
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Frequency
687000000 Hz�
Signal to Noise Ratio
38 dB�
Downstream Modulation
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Power Level
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Bonding Channel Value
Channel ID
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Frequency
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Ranging Service ID
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Symbol Rate
2.560 Msym/sec�
Power Level
47 dBmV�
Upstream Modulation
[5] 16QAM
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Ranging Status
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Signal Stats (Codewords)
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Channel ID
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Total Unerrored Codewords
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Total Correctable Codewords
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Total Uncorrectable Codewords
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Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 19:44:38 EDT

osravens posted : The headend is the command center for your region. When something is available in that headend, it usually goes to all parts of that headend.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 23:18:34 EDT

F34R posted : thanks for the reply... not sure what you mean by "headend", but I'm going to call them Monday and find out. I'm certainly willing to spend the cash for speed lol.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 21:22:38 EDT

osravens posted : Is Barnwell under another headend? If it's not, then I would think the upgrade has to either be in the process of happening or already there.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:42:08 EDT

F34R posted : Well, it's available for Aiken 29803, but not Barnwell, 29812.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 20:33:31 EDT

osravens posted : Isn't that the Aiken system? I believe it's available for you guys right now.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:16:22 EDT

F34R posted : I'm wondering, when will the 29812 be able to get these speeds?

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 18:54:20 EDT

osravens posted : I know the Cumberland system covers all of eastern Mineral County and goes all the way down to Romney in WV. Allegany and Mineral County are divided, with the western side of each belonging to Tele-Media, then Adelphia, now Comcast. There's a separate ABB system in Moorefield.

While there's an FCC franchise to run lines in the adjacent PA townships in both Bedford and Somerset County for ABB, I'm not aware of there being any actual lines there. Everyone has OTA or Dish/DTV.

We're more than slightly intertwined with Altoona/Johnstown. All our IP's are from Altoona here (It used to be Johnstown), and the digital channel lineup is identical but we have a few more HD channels and get MASN instead of the Big Ten Network.

Down here in Cumberland, they've been heavily advertising a business internet/phone package for $79.99/month both in billboards and embedded ads. I don't know what speed that is.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 11:40:23 EDT

ScrawnyB posted : Thanks Helpfulguy for the insight.

You should register and become a regular here, as it's nice to have the insight from someone who has the technical information to clarify some things about the network and what not.

I hope you come back to see these questions:

- Is Altoona/Johnstown market 4 channels or 8 channel downstream right now? Will this possibly be increased in the future?

- Do you know what kind of speed packages are being offered to businesses for DOCSIS 3? ABB has always been fairly quiet about their prices for Business class service and it's hard to find out any information without talking to a business service rep.

- Now that we're on DOCSIS 3.0, do you think that speed upgrades will come in more regular intervals, and do you know if there are any plans to allow for a more balanced download-upload bandwidth ratio in the future?

I also have some more individualized technical questions I would like to ask you over PM here as well, related to my in-home run and cable service.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 05:14:01 EDT

anon posted : Thats right osravens, in our grouping of plant areas, MDDE (Grasonville and Middletown) are one system. FiOS is in Middletown--- Our D3 rollout will cover the entirety of the system including Grasonville, Chester, and other areas there.

Cumberland is an interesting system-- but most techs treat it similarly to Altoona/Johnstown in terms of serviceability. There are some outlying areas in WV that are also on that plant--and I'm not sure (although I can try to find out for you), how far our Cumberland plant push will be.

My best educated guess as far as the next system to see the D3 upgrade would be Cumberland, as it is normally included in how we define our "Central PA" systems (which includes parts of MD, funnily). Central PA and Aiken are the first two to go live, with other systems then coming behind as the work is done. I don't have a hard timeline as to each system and plant, but by Q1 of 2012 is the answer we're getting for all our major systems.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 05:03:23 EDT

anon posted : In response to wolfsmane and any other posters or lurkers who might be wondering about wireless router compatibility:

scrawnyb's explanation of Wireless G throughput is spot on. If you plan on subscribing to the Unleashed speed (40m), you will also need to have a Wireless N router in order to attain that approximate speed with any wireless device (the device, also needs to have wireless N capability).

On our internal testing, as well as with different subscribers, we normally see Wireless G topping out at 25-26mbps. Which is fine for the express service, if that is the option that you choose, Unleashed subs will need N in the household to get their full speed wirelessly.

Of course, anything connected via 10/100 or 10/100/1000 (Gigabit) Ethernet will get the best possible provisioned speed.

The one Ethernet out on our rental modems may be a hold over from when each system was owned by different carriers. Before I worked for the company proper, I do remember Charter allowing multiple public IPs to be pulled via a switch, other areas like Miami also allowed for this with Charter. I know Aiken's Gforcecable system operated in a similar manner as well.

As it stands now, ABB will also offer a dual band Linksys e1500 N router for households that would rather rent one from us rather than buy one. This probably doesn't apply to many active on the forum, but its an option. The rental fee is the same as a modem lease, and also implies the same protections. Should the router go bad, its replaced free of charge.

I would caution those who aren't sure about their router/internal network to give us a call so we can walk you through checking. Most of the tech savvy people already have N routers--- but there are some (myself included until just recently) who have held on to various G/Mixed because up until now the throughput was maxed at the modem end.

I'll miss the DD-WRT firmware of my old WRT54G, but got a Netgear on sale at Bestbuy that hasn't given me any problems yet.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 04:48:23 EDT

osravens posted : The Eastern Shore system goes into Middletown, DE, and that is where they have Verizon FiOS. There's no FiOS on the Eastern Shore, and there's sure no FiOS here in Cumberland.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 04:24:54 EDT

anon posted : To help clarify along with scrawnyb:

-We're currently rolled out in Central PA (Altoona/ Johnstown) and our Aiken, SC system. There are plans to get more PA plants (Uniontown, Bradford, Warren) in before the end of the new year. Cumberland and the Eastern Shore I'm not sure of the timeframe, as I don't deal with those systems very much. However, since FIOS is in one of those markets, I'd imagine we're going to roll it out as soon as its ready.

-Channel Bonding for the Express and Unleashed tier speeds are correct. I confirmed with a Field Tech in Aiken that down there at least it is 8, I'd assume the infrastructure up north would be the same. The load balancing may be different for the express speed, but I do know our downstream/upstream levels now have to be a much tighter grouping since we're effectively using multiples.

-Modems: We are compatible with the Motorolla Gateway mentioned by scrawnyb, but in order for us to provision you correctly at this time, we have to build the modem in our system as a 61XX modem, and note the account. Its a placeholder for when we actually get the billing codes to match up--- The internal workings of the gateway (It acting as a DHCP server for your home network) are unaffected by this. We are also leasing out 6180 modems, and allowing them for use on our systems as well.

-Miami: The Miami network is the last, (I believe), to have D3 speeds provisioned. As far as I understand, that plant was run poorly by Charter-- the infrastructure as well as node placement and load balancing all need re-tweaked. We also have to make sure that our techs can get the signals they need to enable channel bonding. Its something that will require a concerted effort by our technical and engineering staff down there. When it does roll out, I'd expect a slow ramp up. The infrastructure in Miami is something that we're investing in, and the demand for this type of service is high. We want to make sure that it will be reliable, before we flip the switch per se.

Also, a quick billing tip, that can be used by anyone in an area that already has D3, or will be getting D3 (All of ABB by 2012), Our highest speeds before this, both Max and Megamax (The 10mbps, and 15mpbs respectively) are being grandfathered in, but are no longer being sold. If you call in, and ask for the Express Speed (20/2), You will be getting a free upgrade to D3 capability/speed and either pay the same amount (or less depending on local special offers).. I'd take advantage of that and move up to D3 while we're getting people on board. As always, if you have the ability and know-how to swap the modem yourself-- you save the cost of an install or home delivery option.

I'm glad people are excited about the new speeds and, I do want to help our most technically inclined subscribers with any info I can offer. I'll be happy to help in any way possible, although I do wish to remain anonymous--I'm not posting in any "official" capacity for the company, and my posts should be taken as such.

I'd like to thank scrawnyb and others for helping out other guys and gals along the way. You have no idea how grateful we are whenever we talk to people who have helped us explain sometimes confusing issues to people in such a way that it makes sense. They pay people to do that here, but the goodwill of the members here is nice and refreshing to see.

If you have any questions, I'll be happy to answer as I come across hard data--- Aside from those little Billing tips, I don't have much knowledge about pricing and our Video services, unfortunately, just isn't a department I work with at all.

Take Care guys.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 17:50:51 EDT

saguakid posted : This sucks cause is not available in my area yet,I switched to uverse cause my internet is not consistent

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:24:25 EDT

wolfsmane posted : My local ABB office does sell these Motorola modems, for $89. So, I can't buy a 6120 or 6121 for that price shipped, so I will probably just buy this one and get a wireless N-Router to go with it.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 06:38:34 EDT

wolfsmane posted : Thanks scrawnyb.

I did a little research on the SBG6580, and there where some poor reviews with this unit needing to be reset several times a week.

I think I will go with a separate router.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 21:47:30 EDT

ScrawnyB posted : Ugh I added a big long reply tho this earlier and it didn't post properly I guess...

To summarize:

- It is possible (but probably unlikely) that you are on 8-channel bonding, as you are seeing >40Mbps supposedly, whereas I'm on the same package seeing a constant 40.83Mbps, depending on what site I go to measure it. Those things would need to be ruled out first. You can check your modem page (»192.168.100.1/ usually) and see the modem stats, here's mine for reference:
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- For a router, for you, I would just suggest just getting a Motorola DOCSIS Gateway such as the SBG6580. You will want to check with ABB to see that this is compatible first. It supports 802.11n (dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz, but not simultaneously) and has 4 ports on it. This also appears to fall in the 6x80 product line, indicating that it supports the 8-channel downstream.

- If you still care about my real opinion and want a separate router (and not a gateway), then I have the Buffalo WZR-HP-G300NH router that has 4 gigabit LAN ports, gigabit WAN support, and 300Mbps 802.11n (2.4GHz only) support.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 05:41:53 EDT

wolfsmane posted : I think they still charge $5/month. To be honest, I was so excited to be offered the 40m package, I didn't even ask.

Would ABB sell these?

Im a noob to this stuff, so this may be a dumb question, but is it possible ABB is already using 8-channel downstream bonding?

I am really bummed that there is only one port on these Motorola modems. It sits right above my entertainment center, which is also next to my main desktop. Havin 4 or more ports available would be such a benefit to direct wire all my toys, instead of using wireless.

I am not currently using the Linksys, and won't now that I read your reply. Obviously I haven't bought a router since this Linksys, would you care to share what brand - models would be the easiest to setup and maintain, and would be best quality, in your opinion?

Thanks for the reply

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 22:11:26 EDT

ScrawnyB posted : On the WRT54G, I highly imagine that you won't see full throughput considering 802.11g is a maximum of 54Mbps throughput, which is only "Theoretical" too. You will need an 802.11n (150Mbps, 300Mbps, or 600Mbps) wifi setup to see those speeds realistically over wireless.

I'm not sure about the SB6120 vs 6121 differences, but apparently the SB6180 can handle 8-channel downstream bonding, whereas the SB612x only handle 4-channel downstream bonding apparently. I guess the SB6180 is a little more future proof in that regard.

It also seems like the SB6180 is a little harder to acquire through retail channels, so you may have trouble acquiring one from anyone except ABB at this time.

Also, according to some research, apparently the SB6120 uses a Texas Instruments chipset, and the SB6180 uses a Broadcom chipset.

How much does ABB charge for modem rental these days?

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 12:47:16 EDT

wolfsmane posted : Just got the unleashed here in SC 29803 this week using ABB Motorola SB6180 modem.

I am blazing along at 43d/2.8u

I plan to buy my own modem, and am considering staying with Motorola. I can't find the SB6180, what is different between the 6180 and the 6120/21 ? And what is different between the 6120 and 6121?

Also, I have a Linksys WRT54G V4 wireless router sitting around. Can I use this without losing speed, both wireless and through the wired ports?

Thanks and thanks to ABB for bringing lightening fast speeds!

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 20:25:38 EDT

osravens posted : So when the switch occurs here in Cumberland I can swap out my SBV5222 Motorola for the new Arris D3 modem at the local office?

Excellent.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 06:57:32 EDT

anon posted : Hi Guys, I do work for Atlantic broadband, and while I'm not allowed to give more information than that, I can give you some more info with the new speeds.

All the new speeds require docsis 3 modems. The list in this post is good, as well as a few others that are compatible. It really has more to do with our Billing system being able to recognize a modem as D3, rather than you getting the Wrong type of modem. I can tell you that Zoom Cable modems will not work with our system just yet--- we're asking our MIS team to add them ASAP as I know Staples sells them for cheap.

You can buy your own D3 modem, or rent a 6120 (or 21) from us, and have it provisioned in 10 minutes by tech support. The only hitch is when phone service is bundled in-- In that circumstance you must lease our new D3 EMTAs from Arris. Now Arris is a good manufacturer and is our primary MTA for business class VOIP service. You can also swap your old MTA (A motorolla) with a new Arris by just going to the local office.

We still offer install and home delivery options, but there are costs associated with them, unless you get in on a bundle with customer care (not my particular department). Wish I could give you more info about the HD channel lineup, as well as increasing TV cable cost--- unfortunately that part I don't work with. However, there are plans to roll D3 speeds out to all of our subscribers by early 2012.

If you have any other questions please feel free to e-mail me a reply, which should be noted in the e-mail reply notification (its a g-mail address).

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 22:15:52 EDT

osravens posted : ABB has went all digital in Western PA (Uniontown headend) and the Eastern Shore of MD. I'd figure Altoona/Johnstown/Cumberland is next since it's their biggest cluster.

While you're right, it's also been a competitive decision to get the HD channels up to the levels of the satellite companies. Uniontown is around 80 HD channels, the Eastern Shore has a few more than that.

I thought this was a 750MHz system. You'd think there would be some room left for the missing Viacom HD channels and Cartoon Network HD at 860MHz.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 22:03:57 EDT

Mountaintech posted : D3 is working it's way down here.

As for all digital, reason why most cable systems go all digital is because they are only a 300-550MHz and have no room to add more channels which is what D3 needs to get the speeds. Cumberland is an 860MHz so probably won't be seeing this happen anytime soon.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 14:31:59 EDT

redpenguin posted : I am currently paying for the MegaMax and found out "Express" is the same price but I was just told by an agent I had to pay $40 for an professional installation of a new modem.

But from reading the above, it doesn't sound that way.

EDIT: I called them vs web chat and they said the agent must have gotten mixed up, if you get phone service via ABB, you have to get it professionally installed but not if you have Internet only.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 17:21:02 EDT

osravens posted : The 6580 is the D3 Motorola modem that handles VoIP with other providers, so I assume ABB will use it.

But yes, if you have their phone service, you must rent or buy an ABB modem. I don't particularly like it, but that's the way it is.

Re: ABB Adds Express and Unleashed Tiers

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 17:06:51 EDT

ScrawnyB posted : Picked up a SB6121 at Staples for around $80, used one of those $25 off $100 coupons.

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