SB5120 Surfboard Cable Modem Docsis 1.1 and 2.0 Certified USB

Manufacturer : Motorola In Stock : 2 List Price: $69.99 Price: $46.95 You Save: $23.04 (33%) Quantity : 1 2

Features

• Package includes - SURFboard SB5120 cable modem / USB and Ethernet cables / Power adapter / Installation CD-ROM with USB drivers and access to special online bonus offers
• Windows PC and Macintosh compatible
• Works with most cable pipeline Internet connections - subscription service required from your local carrier
• Always on, always connected
• Installs easily in just four steps

Product Description

It's time to get more out of what the Internet offers. Motorola SURFboard Cable Modem links your computer to Cable Internet service (subscription required) for faster, more efficient useability. With Ethernet and USB connectivity, installation couldn't be simpler. A convenient stand-by button provides hassle-free security by disengaging from the PC without disconnecting from the cable network. Troubleshooting is a breeze too, thanks to front panel status indicator LEDs and an online diagnostics page. No telephone line needed Slim vertical design saves desk space User-friendly online diagnostics page Supports standard Internet software USB or Ethernet connectivity ? simplifies installation, enhances versatility Supports up to 32 users when roted on a network (ethernet hub or router required) Specially designed architecture ? allows for future upgrades Capable of downloading up to 100 times faster than traditional 28.8k analog phone modems (speed may vary) Enhanced with TurboDOX Bandwidth Optimization Software - can further boost download speeds by up to 20 times CableLabs DOCSIS 1.1 and 2.0 Certified When connected to a DOCSIS 2.0 cable network, capable of up to 30 Mbps upstream capacity (actual speeds may vary due to cable, use, and carrier conditions) Real-time gaming access Top-mounted stand-by switch ? disconnects the USB and Ethernet connection to the computer without disconnecting the cable modem from the RF network Ethernet connection compatible with Windows 95/98SE/2000/NT/Me/XP; Macintosh OS 8 or higher; Unix; and Linux USB connection compatible with Windows 98SE/2000/NT/Me/XP Please check with your local cable provider for DOCSIS high speed data service compatibility Motorola 2-Year Limited Warranty

Customer Reviews

Average Rating of 4.50 out of 158 reviews

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Motorola SB5120 modem - J. Karol, May 08, 2008

Works great. Don't even need the setup CD. I just used the Comcast install CD and in a few minutes was up and running.


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Seems to work! - Jason9x19, May 08, 2008

While I am a tech person (and by tech person I mean I work in IT professionally, not that I'm one of those pretentious hobbyists who likes to tell people they are "savvy"), I am not enough of a tech person to tout anything about how it polishes my packets as they pass through or that it has convinced the Fed to lower the signal-to-noise ratio on my connection. What I can tell you is this: My cable Internet provider provided an SB5100 and it worked fine. Problem was they were charging me $5 a month to "rent" it. So I bought this SB5120. And my line? It still works fine. And I'm not paying them $5/mo to rent a $50 piece of equipment. So, I've gone from satisfied to satisfied. That's pretty much my review.

I will say that the unit itself has a reasonably small form factor (considerably smaller than those older Surfboard modems) and unlike my old DSL modem, I don't hear a 800000000000Hz whine when the thing is plugged in, which makes my sanity happy. Also, the Standby button is pretty awesome, since it doesn't actually drop your connection.

All in all, there's nothing I don't like about this thing. So my relatively technically ignorant review yields four stars.


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Works Great - R. Carr, May 07, 2008

Connects me to the internet with comcast (who took over my insight service). I haven't noticed any speed issues, and I have to transfer large files for research, so I'm happy. This is also what the local technicians recommended I use (rather than the random Atlanta-Scientific brand that comcast uses).


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Installation and Operation of SB5120 Cable Modem - H. Majors, May 05, 2008

The SB5120 was easy to install and put into operation. I had never installed a cable modem or wireless router. I knew nothing about installing these. However, the instructions that came with the modem were simple and easy to understand. It took about 5 minutes to install. The modem has been in operation for approximately 1 month with no issues. It's working great.


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good unit - buffalochip, Apr 23, 2008

I recently got charter cable high speed. Took the Unit out of the box, plugged it in, called the cable company and gave them my mac number and it went to work. Had no problems. It seems like a good unit. I like the internet disconnect button on the top of the unit. It allows me to leave my computers on and not connected when I'm not going to be offline for a while.

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