Normally $77.44 or more, now $67.44 after $10 off coupon code "EMCXTXW52" and free shipping. 4/5 eggs based on 323 buyer reviews.
If you are paying monthly to rent a cable modem from your internet service provider (Time Warner customers know what I'm talking about) this is a no-brainer.
I have this modem and love it. I'm hoping the price continues to drop now that the new model (Surfboard 6141) is out. Both models are able to channel bond up to four upstream channels, but the new model is able to channel bond up to eight down stream channels, a theoretical throughput capacity of 320Mbps (double the SB6121).
greenearth said: wouldn't getting SB6141 be better which is selling at 90$ on Amazon
I have seen the SB6141 for less even, but it is selling out fast. If you see my post above the only real difference is the throughput of the downstream is theoretically doubled. For most however the SB6121 is plenty fast and a huge improvement over an old DOCSIS 2.0 or older modem.
Sorry for the newbie question, but what does one need to do to get this working with Time Warner? When returning the rented modem, just give them the mac address of the one purchased?
brokedude said: Sorry for the newbie question, but what does one need to do to get this working with Time Warner? When returning the rented modem, just give them the mac address of the one purchased?
No need for apologies, all newbie questions welcome. Yes, you will need to call TW to let them know you have a new DOCSIS 3 modem and they will need the MAC Address that is hard to read off the bottom. If you have any issues once all hooked up, unplug the modem and router and wait 30-60 seconds. Then plug in the modem and let it power up completely (give it a min or two), and then power up your router (if you have one) in that order.
i have 2 of these, one with Comcast and one with RCN, they work great, got them at Fry's for a little more quite awhile ago. the LED's are bright though, so i recommend electrical tape
Logician1313 said: greenearth said: wouldn't getting SB6141 be better which is selling at 90$ on Amazon
I have seen the SB6141 for less even, but it is selling out fast. If you see my post above the only real difference is the throughput of the downstream is theoretically doubled. For most however the SB6121 is plenty fast and a huge improvement over an old DOCSIS 2.0 or older modem.
Yes however you can get a new, factrory sealed SB6141 on eBay from several reputable Top Rated power sellers who specialize in selling nothing but cable modems for $70 shipped with BO. IMO the SB6141 is worth the couple dollars more over the SB6121. We have purchased 40 in the past year for our local salvage affiliates with no problems. In fact most of the SB6141s we get off eBay are newer than the ones sold in stores. The last batch we got had manufacturer dates within 30 days of purchase and were shipped directly from Motorola in Ca.
So if I have a 3mb or 5mbps downstream connection, will this afford any benefit over an SB5101 (assuming that modem is allowed) which can do 30mbps? Other than a gigabit port and a warranty?
TWC charges $3.99 in "modem lease fee" per month to let the customers use the modem. So buying this modem would be akin to investing $67 that pays for itself ~17 months.
This assumes that you will be a TWC customer for next 17 months and also assumes that the modem lease fee will continue to exist at its current rate or higher.
exclusivelysid said: TWC charges $3.99 in "modem lease fee" per month to let the customers use the modem. So buying this modem would be akin to investing $67 that pays for itself ~17 months.
This assumes that you will be a TWC customer for next 17 months and also assumes that the modem lease fee will continue to exist at its current rate or higher. I feel so much luckier being a Comcast customer... this modem will pay itself off in < 10 months, handily beating your 17 months payback period. And Comcast has been charging me the $7 modem lease fee for years, raised from $3-$4 for...ever. I can always count on Comcast to make this investment look like genius.
TheMeliorist said: So if I have a 3mb or 5mbps downstream connection, will this afford any benefit over an SB5101 (assuming that modem is allowed) which can do 30mbps? Other than a gigabit port and a warranty?No. However, it's probably only a matter of time before ISP's require modems support DOCSIS 3 or above. If you are considering buying a new modem why not spend a little more to future proof your investment?
kshell said: TheMeliorist said: So if I have a 3mb or 5mbps downstream connection, will this afford any benefit over an SB5101 (assuming that modem is allowed) which can do 30mbps? Other than a gigabit port and a warranty?No. However, it's probably only a matter of time before ISP's require modems support DOCSIS 3 or above. If you are considering buying a new modem why not spend a little more to future proof your investment? Thanks for the response! I agree that it's a matter of time; my guess would be 3 years but let's assume 2. The current deal has the 5101 for $18. Do you expect to be able to get this modem for less than $50 in 2 years? I'm not sure.
was gonna make an offer to modems-modems, but the seller is in CA, most likely i will get charged for tax, so did not try. after 4 offers attempts to 4 diff seller, amodems took my offer for 67. gonna cancelled the 6121 ordered from Newegg
Disclaimer: By providing links to other sites, FatWallet.com does not guarantee, approve or endorse the information or products available at these sites, nor does a link indicate any association with or endorsement by the linked site to FatWallet.com.
Members of our community may attach files to a post in accordance with the User Agreement. FatWallet is not responsible for the content, accuracy, completeness or validity of any information contained in any attached file. Files have *not* been scanned for viruses. Be especially wary of Excel files which may contain malicious content.
Shopping
Earn Cash Back while you shop - just 3 simple steps.
1. Sign Up so we know who to pay! (It's FREE.)
2. Shop through FatWallet for deals from your favorite stores. Your online purchases earn Cash Back that builds in your FatWallet account.
3. Get Paid by requesting a payment via check or PayPal.
FatWallet coupons help you save more when shopping online. Use our Coupons Search to browse coupons and offers from thousands of stores, gathered into one convenient location.
Forums
As part of our FatWallet Community, you can share deals with almost a million shoppers in our forums. Forum content is generated by consumers for consumers. Share deals, money-saving tips, and more. It's FREE, fun, and addicting.
Support
Our customer experience team is here around the clock - real people ready to assist.
Click to copy code and go to .