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Currently have a Araknis Networks 110 Gigabit Switch for multiple computers to connect to the internet, do i need a router/modem?
Currently have a (Araknis Networks 110 Gigabit Switch), do i need a router/modem combo, or just a modem will work for multiple computers to connect to the internet from the switch?
I need a modem device for DATA & VOICE for phone (EMTA, DOCSIS 3.1) with bridge mode (Ability to turn off the WIFI)
Are the rented Infinity modems all have both modem/routers together?
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4 years ago
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You can't use a switch connected to a straight cable modem for multiple devices to gain internet access as Comcast provides only a single public / WAN IP address to a residential connection. You'll need a router (hung off of a modem) or a combo modem / router gateway device to provide multiple private IP addresses to your devices for them to be able to have internet access.
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jav6joev
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4 years ago
You'll probably need a router/modem combo or at least a router fronting the switch. A switch generally is just that. It allows multiple devices to use the same network connection, but does not have router functions built in. The gateway devices on the Xfinity web site should describe what functions they have, including modem/router functionality.
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