Best products from r/chartercable
We found 22 comments on r/chartercable discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 32 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. NETGEAR Cable Modem CM600 - Compatible With All Cable Providers Including Xfinity by Comcast, Spectrum, Cox | For Cable Plans Up to 400 Mbps | DOCSIS 3.0
- COMPATIBLE WITH ALL MAJOR CABLE INTERNET PROVIDERS: Including certification by Xfinity by Comcast, COX, and Spectrum. NOT compatible with Verizon, AT&T, CenturyLink, DSL providers, DirecTV, DISH and any bundled voice service.
- SAVE MONTHLY RENTAL FEES: Model CM600 replaces your cable modem saving you up to $168/yr in equipment rental fees.
- BUILT FOR FAST SPEED: Best for cable provider plans up to 960 Mbps speed.
- WORKS WITH ANY WiFi ROUTER: Connect any WiFi router to this modem's Ethernet port to support all your wireless devices.
- ETHERNET CONNECTIONS: 1 Gigabit Ethernet port connects to your computer or separate WiFi router.
- MODEMHNOLOGY: Engineered with 24x8 channel bonding and DOCSIS 3.0.
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2. NETGEAR Cable Modem CM600 - Compatible with Cable Providers Including Xfinity by Comcast, Spectrum, Cox | for Cable Plans Up to 400 Mbps | DOCSIS 3.0 | 24x8
Compatible with Comcast Xfinity, Time Warner Cable, Charter, Cox, Cablevision, and more. Requires Cable Internet ServiceNot compatible with: Verizon, AT&T, or CenturyLinkCable Modem only (no WiFi router).Memory: 8 MB NOR flash and 128 MB RAMSupport Cable Internet Service plans up to 300Mbps. Recomme...
3. TP-Link DOCSIS 3.0 (8x4) High Speed Cable Modem | Max Download Speeds Up to 343Mbps | Certified for XFINITY, Spectrum, Cox, and More (TC-7610-E)
- ELIMINATE YOUR CABLE MODEM MONTHLY RENTAL FEE
- CABLE MODEM ONLY - You will also need a router to enable Wi-Fi
- ISP CERTIFIED - Great for Cable Internet plans up to 150Mbps with XFINITY from Comcast, Spectrum (Including Charter, Time Warner Cable, and Bright House Networks), Cox, Suddenlink, Mediacom, and WOW
- FASTER DOWNLOADS - Channel bonding of up to 8 downstream and 4 upstream channels, provide data rates up to 343Mbps for download and 143Mbps for upload
- INDUSTRY STANDARD - DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem provides 8X faster download speed than DOCSIS 2.0 for an ultra-fast performance
- BACKWARDS COMPATIBLE - CableLabs certified DOCSIS 3.0 backwards compatible to DOCSIS 1.0, 1.1 and 2.0 provides users comprehensive network compatibility
- DUAL-STACK - Supports IPv4 and IPv6 - the latest Internet standard
- LEADING SUPPORT - Industry leading 2-year warranty and 24/7 technical support
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4. Asus AC1900 Dual Band Gigabit WiFi Router with MU-Mimo, Aimesh for Mesh WIFI System, Aiprotection Network Security Powered by Trend Micro, Adaptive Qos and Parental Control (RT-AC68U),Black
- Dual band with the latest 802; 11 AC 3x3 technology for combined speeds of up to 1900 Mbps
- 1 GigaHertz dual core CPU enables smart multitasking by dedicating separate lanes for Wi Fi and USB data; Network standard: IEEE 802; 11a, IEEE 802; 11B, IEEE 802; 11G, IEEE 802; 11N, IEEE 802; 11AC, IPv4, IPv6. Memory: 128 MB Flash; 256 MB RAM
- Effortless router setup with the ASUSWRT web based interface; Dual band connectivity for compatibility and performance
- Monitor and manage your network with ease from your mobile device using the intuitive ASUS router app
- A protection powered by Trend Micro provides multi stage protection from vulnerability detection to protecting sensitive data; Please refer the installation manual and the user manual before use which is highly essential; Dc output: 19 Volt with maximum 1; 75 a current; Guest network: 2; 4 GigaHertz x 3, 5 GigaHertz x 3
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5. TP-Link AV600 Powerline Ethernet Adapter - Plug&Play, Power Saving, Nano Powerline Adapter, Expand Home Network with Stable Connections (TL-PA4010 KIT)
- Fast speed: Wired connection with high speed data transfer rate, ideal for HD video or 3D video streaming and online gaming, up to 100Mbps
- Plug and Play: No new wires and no configuration required; Step 1: connect 1 adapter to your router. Step 2: plug in another Powerline adapter wherever you need wired internet service.
- Network expansion: The TL-PA4010 KIT transforms your home's existing electrical circuit into a high-speed network with no need for new wires or drilling and brings wired network to anywhere there is a power outlet(Up to 300 meters)
- Miniature design: Smaller than most Powerline adapters in the market, blends discreetly in front of any power outlet
- Power Saving Mode: TL-PA4010 KIT automatically switches from its "Working" mode to efficient "Power-Saving" mode when not in use, reducing energy consumption by up to 85%.
- Please note that powerline adapters must be deployed in sets of two or more
- Kindly Reminder: Powerline Adapters must be on the same electrical circuit for connectivity. Appliances and devices running on the same circuit may affect powerline performance.
- Compatible with all TP-Link Powerline Ethernet Adapters AV2000, AV1300, AV1200, AV1000, AV600, AV500, AV200. Please purchase TL-WPA4220 or TL-WPA4220KIT if you need Wi-Fi
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6. Antronix Coaxial Cable Splitter
- Perfectly works with: Comcast, Xfinity, RCN, Optimum, Wow, COX, Spectrum and many more cable providers. Not recommended for Verizon, Direct TV and Century Link.
- -45 dBmV Spurious and Harmonics after 5 Surges of 6 kV Ring Wave with a +55 dBmV Return Signal
- 6 kV Ring Wave Surge Protected. Eclipse Contact Technology (ECT) F-Port. Digital Broadcast, HDTV and MoCa Ready
- Flat 1002 MHz Bandwidth with Minimal Insertion Loss. 35 dB Return Path Output Return Loss and 40 dB Port-to-Port Return Band Isolation.
- Capacitively Coupled F-Ports. SCTE Compliant F-Ports with 1 inch Port Spacing. 100% Soldered Back
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7. NETGEAR N450-100NAS (8x4) WiFi DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem Router (N450) Certified for Xfinity from Comcast, Spectrum, Cox, Cablevision & More
- ELIMINATE MONTHLY CABLE MODEM RENTAL FEES - Up to $156 per year
- Two-in One DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem + WiFi Router with 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 USB 2.0 ports
- Up to 340Mbps modem speed and N450 (2.4GHz) WiFi speed. 8x4 channel bonding. Use with an N900 adapter like NETGEAR WNDA4100 for maximum performance
- DOCSIS 3.0 unleashes 8x faster download speeds than DOCSIS 2.0
- Ideal for streaming HD videos, faster downloads, and high-speed online gaming
- Required for the fastest cable Internet speed tiers
- Compatible with Xfinity from Comcast, Spectrum, Cox, & more. Not compatible with bundled voice services
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8. Ubiquiti Unifi Security Gateway (USG)
3 Gigabit Ethernet ports, CLI management for advanced users1 million packets per second for 64-byte packets3 Gbps total line rate for packets 512 bytes or largerIntegrated and managed with UniFi Controller v4.xSecure off-site management and monitoring, Silent, fanless operation
9. Ubiquiti UniFi AP AC PRO 802.11ac Scalable Enterprise Wi-Fi Access Point (UAP-AC-PRO-E-US) PoE Adapter Sold Separately
- PoE adapter sold separately and not included.
- 2.4 GHz Speed: 450 Mbps. 5 GHz Speed: 1300 Mpbs.
- Dimensions: 7.74 x 7.74 x 1.38 inches.
- Weight: 12.4 OZ. Weight with mounting kits: 15.9 OZ.
- Package Contents: Unifi AC PRO Access Point, Ceiling/Wall Mounting Kits; Quick Start Guide. Does not include PoE adapter.
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10. Google WiFi system, 3-Pack - Router Replacement for Whole Home Coverage (NLS-1304-25),White
- A new type of connected system for seamless WiFi coverage throughout your home, helping eliminate dead zones and buffering
- Replaces your current router, and works your modem and internet service. It’s compatible with major internet service providers including Comcast, Time Warner, and Verizon Fios
- A single WiFi point covers up to 1,500 square feet, a set of three covers homes up to 4,500 square feet Wifi points work together so you can add more if you need additional coverage
- Network Assist technology keeps your connection fast by always selecting the clearest channel and fastest band for your devices
- A simple app gets you set up quickly and allows you to see what’s connected, prioritize devices, and pause the WiFi on kids devices. Family controls allow you to pause the WiFi on kids devices, like during
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11. IOGEAR Universal Ethernet to Wi-Fi N Adapter for Home or Office, GWU627
Add High-Speed 802.11n Internet Access to Any Ethernet Enabled Device Such as a Blu-Ray Player, TIVO, HDTV, Game Console or Media PCCompatible Network Standards: IEEE 802.11n (Up to 150Mbps) IEEE 802.11g (Up to 54Mbps) IEEE 802.11b (Up to 11Mbps)Avoid running long network cables and enjoy the freedo...
12. TP-Link N150 Wireless PCI-Express Adapter (TL-WN781ND)
- Adopts Align technology, with transmit speed up to 150Mbps Provides PCI Express connector having a wider compatibility with any standard PCI Express slot
- Supports QSS function, complying with WPS for worry free wireless security Supports 64/128/152-bit WEP, WPA /WPA2/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK(TKIP/AES), supports IEEE 802.1X
- Standards: IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b Interface: PCI Express Antenna: 2dBi Detachable Mini-Omni Antenna
- Wireless Speed:802.11n: Up to 150Mbps 802.11g: Up to 54Mbps 802.11b: Up to 11Mbps
- Frequency Range: 2.4~2.4835GHz Wireless Transmit Power: 18dBm(MAX EIRP) Modulation Technology: OFDM/CCK/16-QAM/64-QAM
- Receiver Sensitivity:130M: -68dBm@10% PER 108M: -68dBm@10% PER 54M: -68dBm@10% PER
- Work Mode: Ad-Hoc; Infrastructure Wireless Security: Support 64/128 bit WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES)
- Support Operating System: Windows 7(32/64bits), Windows Vista(32/64bits), Windows XP(32/64bits), Windows 2000 Certifications: CE, FCC
- Industry-leading 2-year warranty and unlimited technical support. Technical Support: +1 866 225 8139; Hotline en Français: +1 855 987 5465.
- Up to 150Mbps wireless transmission rate
- Provides PCI Express interface
- Advanced secure connection with WPA/WPA2 encryption
- Bundled utility enables easy management
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13. T-Mobile (AC-1900) By ASUS Wireless-AC1900 Dual-Band Gigabit Router, AiProtection with Trend Micro for Complete Network Security (Renewed)
- 1. This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com.
- 2. Dual-band with the latest 802.11ac 3x3 technology for combined speeds of up to 1900 Mbps
- 3. 1 GHz Dual-core CPU enables smart multitasking by dedicating separate lanes for Wifi and USB data
- 4. Efortless router setup with the ASUSWRT web-based interface, you can Monitor and manage your network with ease from your mobile device using the intuitive ASUS Router App,
- 5. Prodcut Comaptibilty: This Product is locked to the T-Mobile GSM network. It will NOT work with ANY OTHER carrier besides T-Mobile.
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14. TP-Link AV200 Nano Powerline Adapter Starter Kit, up to 200Mbps (TL-PA2010KIT)
- Up to 200Mbps speed for seamless HD video streaming and online gaming
- 300-meter range over electrical circuitry for better performance through walls and floors
- Miniature design with compact housing (28
- Plug and Play, with no drilling, wiring, or configuration required
- Automatic Power-Saving mode reduces power consumption by up to 75%
- Home Plug AV standard compliant
- The theoretical maximum channel data transfer rate is derived from HomePlug AV2 specifications. Actual data transfer rate will vary from network environment including: distance, network traffic, noise on electrical wires, building material and construction, quality of electrical installation and other adverse conditiThe theoretical maximum channel data transfer rate is derived from HomePlug AV2 specifications.
- Works over circuits on the same panel
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15. NETGEAR Nighthawk Smart WiFi Router (R6700) - AC1750 Wireless Speed (up to 1750 Mbps) | Up to 1500 sq ft Coverage & 25 Devices | 4 x 1G Ethernet and 1 x 3.0 USB ports | Armor Security
- Recommended for up to 25 devices: Reliably stream videos, play games, surf the internet, and connect smart home devices
- Wired Ethernet ports: Plug in computers, game consoles, streaming players, and other nearby wired devices with 4 x 1 gigabit Ethernet ports
- Loaded with advanced technology: Designed with a 1GHz dual core processor, 3 amplified antennas, Beamforming plus, Dynamic QoS, Smart Connect, and more
- USB connections: Share a storage drive or printer with any connected device or create a personal cloud storage to access from anywhere, using the 1 x 3.0 USB port
- Safe & secure: Supports WPA2 wireless security protocols. Includes Guest Wi-Fi access, DOS, Firewall, VPN, and more
- NETGEAR Armor protects your family's WiFi with an automatic shield of security across all your connected devices with a 30-day free trial
- NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls promotes healthy Internet habits, fosters responsibility and builds trust with your kids (30-day free trial included)
- Safe & secure: Supports WPA2 wireless security protocols. Includes Guest Wi-Fi access, DOS, Firewall, VPN, and more. System requirements: Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10, Vista, XP, 2000, Mac OS, UNIX, or Linux. Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0, Firefox 2.0, Safari 1.4, or Google Chrome 11.0 browsers or higher
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16. Anker USB C to Ethernet Adapter, Portable 1-Gigabit Network Hub, 10/100/1000 Mbps, for MacBook Pro, iPad Pro 2019/2018, ChromeBook, XPS, Galaxy S9/S8, and More
- The Anker Advantage: Join the 50 million+ powered by our leading technology.
- Instant Internet: A quick and simple Ethernet connection gives you access to speeds up to 1 Gbps. Why wait for loading or buffering
- Seriously Compact: Smaller than your finger (2.3 x 1 x 0.7 inches) and weighs almost nothing (1.1oz). Saves space and is instantly portable.
- USB-C Innovation: Works with emerging USB-C technology. You'll be ahead of the curve, ready to connect your USB-C-powered devices.
- What You Get: Anker USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, welcome guide, our worry-free 18-month warranty, and friendly customer service.
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17. TP-Link TC7650 DOCSIS 3.0 (24x8) High Speed Cable Modem. Max Download Speeds Up to 1000Mbps. Certified for Comcast XFINITY, Spectrum, Cox, and More.
- Eliminate Rental Fee: Eliminate your cable modem monthly rental fee - Up to $120 per year
- Cable Modem Only: You will also need a router to enable Wi-Fi
- Lightning Fast Speed: Channel bonding of up to 24 downstream and 8 upstream channels; Best for watching 4K movies and online gaming
- Dual-core Processor: Fast 10GHz dual-core processor creates smoother connections while streaming and downloading large files
- Industry Leading Support: 2-year warranty and free 24/7 technical support; JD Power Ranked TP-Link "Highest in Customer Satisfaction for Wireless Routers in 2017"; Great for Cable Internet plans 500Mbps and above with XFINITY from Comcast, Spectrum (Including Charter, Time Warner Cable, and Bright House Networks), Suddenlink, Mediacom, and WOW
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18. F Type 75 Ohm Terminator - 10 Pack
- Termination of a 75 Ohm Type F line
- Commonly found Type F connector widely used
- Packaged 10 per bag for convenience
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19. Ubiquiti Unifi Ap-AC Lite - Wireless Access Point - 802.11 B/A/G/n/AC (UAPACLITEUS), White
- Ubiquiti Networks networks Unifi AC Lite AP Wi-Fi 802.22
- 2.4 GHz Speed : 300 Mbps, 5 GHz Speed : 867 Mbps
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20. Anker USB 3.0 Unibody Aluminum Gigabit Ethernet Adapter Supporting 10/100 / 1000 Mbps Ethernet for MacBook, Mac Pro/Mini, iMac, XPS, Surface Pro, Notebook PC, USB Flash, Mobile HDD, and More
- The Anker Advantage: Join the 50 million+ powered by our leading technology.
- Quick, Stable Connection: Reliably access the web at speeds of up to 1 Gbps through the Ethernet port. No need to wait for loading or buffering.
- Sleek and Sturdy: The exclusive aluminum unibody provides premium protection with a slick look—no seams or screws.
- Seriously Compact: Smaller than your finger (2.3 x 1 x 0.7 inches) and weighs almost nothing (1.1oz). Saves space and is instantly portable.
- What You Get: Anker Unibody Aluminum USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter, welcome guide, our worry-free 18-month warranty and friendly customer service.
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Your signal levels look good. My guess would be like the others, which is that your node is overloaded during the evening. Ideally, you should try to get a technician to come out during the affected times of the day. Looking at your Channel IDs, it looks like you are in an area that supports 24 channel downstream bonding, so one thing you could try, which may help, but I can't guarantee that it will, would be to buy a modem like the Netgear CM600 which supports 24 channel bonding. This should give you more consistent speeds during times of high usage on the node, but I can't guarantee that it'll fully solve the issue. Best Buy also carries the CM600, so you could buy it, try it out, and if it doesn't help, return it. Also, make sure you DON'T buy a modem that uses the Puma 6 chipset (Netgear CM700 and Arris SB6190), as they are known to have issues with ping spikes, which still haven't been resolved with firmware updates. In the meantime, I'd suggest switching back to the Cisco modem they provided as it at least supports 16 downstream channel bonding, which is better than the 8 that your current Netgear modem supports. Just curious, are you in a Legacy Charter, Legacy Time Warner Cable, or Legacy Brighthouse area?
It's not an Arris modem. it's a TP Link 7210 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CH8ZNJ0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T1_DWhszb89XSA23).
Says its compatible with WOW, Spectrum, and pretty much everyone else.
I'm thinking it's falling squarely under the category of "wow pulled a fast one on my mother in law and sold her a modem".
I'll be down there in two weeks - reset the modem - and call wow activation to get it settled.
However - this whole thing really grinds my gears.
I like the Asus RT-AC68U
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FB45SI4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_WrfyDb3N1GVWP
It has good range and I like the firmware.
For mesh the orbi from Netgear is pretty good.
I think you'd have much better luck with a wired solution if your TV or steaming device has an Ethernet port. I have been using this Ethernet over powerline device for a few years. They are awesome.
TP-Link AV500 Nano Powerline Adapter Starter Kit, up to 500Mbps (TL-PA4010KIT) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AWRUICG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_mEgOyb05KPJCQ
Power seems a bit hot on both but SNR seems good. You could get a splitter to step it down a bit like this but I'll leave it to the other experts.
What is your general location (city/state?) Spectrum has been doing a lot of work since roughly July in most of the US to get most places gigabit-capable.
Oh, by the way, if your area gets updated to 200 megabit base speed, that modem probably won't be able to give it to you. I think most recommend at least a 16 channel modem for that speed.
I was assuming the house already had cable modem service and you were trying to get it into a particular room.
If the house doesn't have Internet service, then yes that will work, the installer should be able to set it up using the coax in your room rather than the living room. However that one is just a cable modem, which you could get for free from Spectrum. Using a simple cable modem will work if you only have one computer to connect via Ethernet. If you also have a phone, tablet, game console, etc., then you'd either need to separately connect a router (possibly with wifi) to the cable modem, and connect your computer to that, or use something like this which combines the cable modem, router, and wireless access point into one box.
Don’t buy that modem - let them give you one and just get your own router.
If you want maximum performance invest in a delegate router and separate access point.
I swear by the ubiquiti products and highly recommend their UniFi security gateway ( router) and AC-Pro access point.
Ubiquiti Unifi Security Gateway (USG) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LV8YZLK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_xQCKBbWHTSG35
Ubiquiti Networks UAP-AC-Pro-E Access Point Single Unit New (No PoE Included in Box) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079DSW6XX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_dSCKBb1FA8XYQ
I’ve got this in my house along with several family members and it’s rock solid on both 2.4 and 5ghz bands.
https://www.amazon.com/Google-Wifi-system-set-replacement/dp/B01MAW2294/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1524984253&sr=1-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&dpPl=1&dpID=31rlzhTFq4L&ref=plSrch
Something like this might work for yea?
Few of these systems out there and people seem to love em.
I have this one, T-mobile branded (and firmware) top-rated Asus.
This is the best price Amazon has had for months, probably sold out today.
https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-AC1900-Dual-Band-AiProtection-Certified-Refurbished/dp/B075GYWPCJ/ref=sr_1_3?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1523485890&sr=1-3&keywords=ac1900
I use the Netgear CM600
The spectrum modems aren’t horrible. They first gave me a Arris TM1602AP2 and I got expected speeds. But had the puma issue. In some markets they’re giving out this modem for even the 100Mbps tier
All spectrum modems are free, and if you want the WiFi its $5 with the 100Mbps plan and free with spectrum ultra.
It's possible to have two different internet services at the same address, but have you thought about powerline networking? It would be a simpler and cheaper solution
https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Powerline-Adapter-Starter-TL-PA2010KIT/dp/B00AWRUIY4/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1502212572&sr=1-1&keywords=powerline+networking
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power-line_communication
Yah, at work I use my CalDigit dock for ethernet. I have this at home if I need to connect to my switch: https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Ethernet-Portable-1-Gigabit-Chromebook/dp/B00ZZ6NW5E works fine at 1gbit... just be sure to install the drivers off Anker's website.
Just would like to add, having recently dealt with a similar issue, I found the terminating box outside the apartment, found the one marked for my unit, and disconnected all but a single coax to the room where I wanted my modem connected. I then ordered these. Doing some reading, without terminating you’ll end up with ingress, essentially noise in. F Type 75 Ohm Terminator - 10 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AAN76Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_QajKBb6PDXMBF
Unifi is a line of business grade network equipment from Ubiquiti. Ubiquiti Unifi Ap-AC Lite - Wireless Access Point - 802.11 B/A/G/n/AC (UAPACLITEUS) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015PR20GY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_AKiwDb09ETXQD
After trying several wireless access points from Linksys, TP-Link and Netgear I gave them a try with an older A a few years ago. After not having to reboot them monthly or bi-weekly and able to pull full speed tests I was sold. Now I'm running 2 of their AC Lites linked above, and 2 8-port managed switches. So much easier to troubleshoot speed issues and the annoying buffering problems I had with Kodi. Lol The two APs cover our 2900sqft house with 5 laptops, 3 Roku TV's, PS4, XBone, and several phones.
When we switched from DSL to TW they were still charging $5/month to turn on the wifi in their modems so I got in the habit of not using it. Even with purchasing my own modem the built-in wifi wasn't good enough. So I just turn it off and run separate APs.
USB adapter
Maybe this.