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Using a 2-Way Splitter for Internet and Cable TV Connection
I want to relocate my WiFi router (Unify Dream Router 7) to a central location in the house, which happens to be where the cable connection comes in for the cable modem. Is it possible to use a two-way splitter at that connection point to use for both the modem and router.
If so, would I be losing performance on either the modem or router or both.
What would be the highest performing splitter to use.
EG
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2 days ago
Yes. If the incoming signal strength is adequate, it will be fine. A two-way splitter has the lowest signal loss (only 3.5 dB).
Here are some quality brand splitters that Comcast actually uses in different market areas
Antronix CMC2002H 2-Way Splitter: https://www.amazon.com/Antronix-CMC2002H-Horizontal-Splitter-Performance/dp/B08LM96C2J/ref=sr_1_4?crid=CH5ZMF85UGTK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.BagrfXtX6RmZlXh9EmiyYesZSPMp5nomzWinzyK5hYWYjRmbj8odVdP8Nvs1Rf-O589rm5xzsL_UlRy0CqXBeJLg8HVSoONVZXKbbk47YO8JU-d4k4ZzMaCYatuFODBu0z71ELF3o-xtUgcOYvhKWqYOi26mIf1hmeMA_nDpjjrGT9nIqN2vySZbq4fueh9Mh3nQbenCHnArcY8a6Y3HY7MrPDhrWwhDD57B7SZW_T5bdE-v5VrefQ8jrbVKww8HFEanRNwttVcKA8yamL-lIiTJ98O_fcceWo9giivD12s.Jt3v6GnV0cnZTInjxQNFVEgnX-FsubtT5ic8yyYHT4g&dib_tag=se&keywords=two+way+splitter&qid=1733346312&s=electronics&sprefix=two+way+splitter%2Celectronics%2C108&sr=1-4
Regal 2-WAY 1 GHZ Splitter: http://www.amazon.com/DIG702867-Regal-WAY-GHZ-SPLITTER/dp/B0018BQMUM/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF...
Holland 2-way horizontal splitter 5-1000 MHz with ground. http://www.3starinc.com/holland_2-way_horizontal_splitter_5-1000_mhz-w-ground.html
SVG two-way splitter.
https://www.amazon.com/Sv-2g-2-way-Splitter-5-1000mhz-Sv2g/dp/B003TH36CK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=22RU9FELEYWHD&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.f_CKClBZTeEsotTv0bHd_XYMSeiyoW4YQn6C4tOwNNxOBVsAIh_544Nht7U6hwEc1FFBLl-zv0HKW-7QI0jaddmyWkpLrDWU2HmKNkX0bJ8.9Salv8TL_d0jx8cLjTDRIJQUyQHiiDJ9gWMyp-KEzVg&dib_tag=se&keywords=SVg+splitter&qid=1741286392&sprefix=svg+splitter%2Caps%2C101&sr=8-1
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user_5w43t7
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21 hours ago
Yea this is possible, and will not cause you issues, and if it does cause some “speed loss” this is to be expected.
It’s recommended to use a splitter of newer types that are rated for todays signals/thru-put so you don’t experience any real speed issues or “noise” on the lines.
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XfinityMatthew
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5 hours ago
Hello @JGX100 As our forums expert @EG mentioned, yes you can use a two-way splitter in this case. Signal can be impacted slightly but usually not significantly. Any of the ones recommended would be fine.
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