The SURFboard SB5101U Cable Modem DOCSIS 2.0 is designed for easy set-up via USB or Ethernet. Troubleshooting is a breeze too, thanks to front panel status indicator LEDs and an online diagnostics page. Compatible with Windows, Mac, more. Note: Ask your cable company if they support DOCSIS cable modems. DOCSIS (Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification) is the industry standard for cable-based Internet access service.
Easy to Install, Activate, and Use.
Environmentally-Friendly - All packaging products are made from recycled materials and Energy Star Compliant
USB and Ethernet connectivity to help ensure compatibility with almost any PC or Mac network-ready system
Supports up to 63 users (with additional networking hardware; not included)
No telephone lines needed; always on, always connected
Perfect way to save $5 from Concast Bill
Review Date: September 7, 2010
Reviewer: Salim,
If you have cable internet there is no reason you should be renting a cable modem! Buy your own and stop wasting money. This cable modem has been working flawlessly for me for almost 6 months.
Works GREAT!
Review Date: September 6, 2010
Reviewer: Jay L. Holm, SLO, CA
Works great! Sure beats the cable company's $5.00 per month modem rental fee. It will pay for itself in 10 months. I could have saved a few hundred dollars if I bought my own modem three years ago.
great product
Review Date: September 6, 2010
Reviewer: toby2010,
product worked as soon as I plugged it in. Easy installation and easy to work. can't ask for a better product
SURFboard modem
Review Date: September 2, 2010
Reviewer: Acqua Crush,
This is the same as I was using. I wanted to hook up two modems to one cable connection. Something about windows 7 and windows XP didn't let it work. The modem is great and fast. A great backup.
BeWare !
Review Date: September 1, 2010
Reviewer: Zhou Wei Zachey, Everett, WA
Motorola SURFboard SB5101U DOCSIS 2.0 Cable Modem - RoHS You Need to Pay Attention to this Review! This modem is stripped down and gutted. No Security / Standby Switch. MAC ID on Box does not match MAC ID on the Device! I do not believe for 1 second that this is a new device. I do not believe the seller to be reputable. Shipping is slow! Overall, a very big disappointment!
Easy replacement for rented modem
Review Date: August 30, 2010
Reviewer: Anil K Ruia,
Quick shipping - I had it in 3 days with free super saver shipping.
Easy install - needed a 10minute call to comcast to set it up.
Will pay for itself from the saved modem rental fee in ~10 months.
Motorola SURFboard SB5101U DOCSIS 2.0 Cable Modem
Review Date: August 29, 2010
Reviewer: Wyeth,
This modem rocks. Set up was simple, I plugged it in hit the internet, was redirected to Comcast's web page to register the modem, plugged in my account number followed the prompts and was online in minutes. This replaced an RCA 10mbs modem I was renting from Comcast. I had been having issues with log delays loading pages. Bandwidth speeds tests were coming back at 7-9 mbs on downloads and 1 mbs on uploads. With the Motorola SURFboard SB5101U I jumped to a consistent 18-23 mbs on downloads and 2.5 - 2.9 mbs on uploads, when it comes to computers this is the best $50 I have ever spent!
Good router, does its job.
Review Date: August 26, 2010
Reviewer: Jim Gerdy, Chicago, IL
This is the kind of utility I don't have much to say about its performance since, for me, I just turn it on and it works. Mine worked right out of the box, no configuration. I am getting performance a bit above what my cable internet service is rated at so I'm happy.
My main comment is that cable internet customers often lease these units from the provider at a few dollars per month. An advantage, of course, is that if the router breaks then the company replaces it. The disadvantage is that the cost of the lease adds up over the years. My service was charging about $5 / month or $60 / year for the lease and I expect such a router to last for years. So it's a far better deal just to buy the unit and replace as needed.
I chose this model for its moderate price and because the brand is the one typically used by the providers in my area. As it worked right away I have been happy with it.
Shipping
Review Date: August 23, 2010
Reviewer: Norman G. Leeper, Butte, Montana
It's been 6 days and the package hasn't even been shipped yet..I really do not care what condition it arrives in or how many wonderful reviews he has..If it is 6 days later and you haven't even shipped my merchandise yet, do not expect any further orders coming from me..
Norm Leeper, Butte, Montana
Great modem
Review Date: August 14, 2010
Reviewer: usthaiguy,
My D-Link 202 died and I got this modem to replace it. Setup was super easy and I was back on the internet in minutes. It took longer to wait on hold with my cable company than it did to actually set this up. Don't know about durability yet. Speed is very comparable, and maybe faster than the old modem but the specs are about the same for both so I don't expect to see a difference. If you look at reviews for the similar version SB5101 (no U at the end) you'll see excellent reviews there too.
I thought about buying a Zoom product but this Motorola has a better rep and is cheaper.
Perfect way to save $5 from Concast Bill
