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Romeo4189The Many

asked in S33 | S34

S34 - Timeline for release of this modem

On both xFinity’s website cable modems section and CableLabs approved modems list is the S34. CableLabs shows a CQ date of 2024. Does Arris have a timeline for release of this modem? If so, I’d prefer to stay with the brand instead of upgrade to a competitor.

1 month ago

ukrishna7The Many

asked in SB8200

SB8200 Xfinity only 1 upstream locked channel

My SB8200 and SB6183 only get one upstream locked channel at 35.6Mhz. I see many posters have 4 locked upstream channels. How have other folks resolved this issue? Channel ID Lock Status US Channel Type Frequency Width Power 4 Locked SC-QAM 35600000 Hz 6400000 38.3 dBmV Also the SB8200 on power-cycle takes 18 minutes to lock the upstream channel. The upstream channel tests 16.4, 22.8, 29.2 at different send power levels, till it reaches 35.6 and acquires lock. Has anybody else faced this problem.Power cycle timestamps are mm:ss.01:00: WebUI comes up in 192.168.100.1 01:25: Receive LED steady green, send LED flashing green. 01:25: Downstream channel locked 49.5Mhz, 13 dBmV, 44dB SNR. 01:25: Upstream parameters acquired. 01:26: Upstream channel 22.8Mhz, 48.8 dBmV. 05:25: Upstream power oscillates like th 59, 49, 38, 28, 61, 51, 46, 41, 31, 64 dBmV. 12:11: Upstream channel 29.2Mhz 14:08: Upstream

1 month ago

MLyons2005The Many

asked in S33 | S34

Fast to slow in a minute on S33

My S33 starts out getting 550mbps then drops to 30mbps within 60 seconds. Switched to a hard line to no effect. Repeatable issue.

1 month ago

Rail-CIOThe Many

asked in SB8200

started unicast maintenance ranging - no response received

Having issues with timeout for Unicast Maintenace. The modem timing out with error codes 16 and 24. Have confirmed all connections. Direct connect to modem (no splitters), eero 6 mesh network without issue.

1 month ago

TaplitskyThe Many

asked in S33 | S34

New Cable Modem S34 sale update

When will Arris Surfboard S34 cable modem be out for sale at Amazon, Best Buy or Walmart?

1 month ago

PJ SchuThe Many

asked in SB8200

Slow speed on SB8200 2.4 v 5.0

My apologies very novice at IT issues. Have a Tesla solar gateway that need to connects w 2.4 and can’t seem to get it connect to my sb8200. Sorry to bother, can anyone guide me to how to allow for this slower connection? Thank you.

1 month ago

szahirThe Many

asked in S33 | S34

Can a PoE Splitter fix the issue with S33 only allowing one connection

Hello,I want my PC to be connected directly to the S33 with the 2.5GB port, while my router mesh system is connected to the 1 GB port. Based on testing and what I read this is not possible as the S33 will only cater to one connection for because of IP addresses. My question is if I buy say a Cerio POE-PD04S+ PoE Splitter plugged into the 2.5GB port will I be able to successfully connect both my PC and Mesh router to the POE? Appreciate the tips in advance, currently I just have the Router plugged into the 2.5GB port while the PC is connected to the router’s 1GB port. I could possibly test having the router connected to the 2.5GB using its 1GB port then plugging the PC to the router’s 2.5GB but assuming that wouldn't work.

1 month ago

brian7The Many

asked in SB6183 | SB6190

SB6183 & SB6190 modems - Slow internet speed

I’ve been using a SB6183 for a number of years now, and yesterday I was told by Infinity techie that my incoming speed was GREAT (better then 1000mbps), but it was my modem that slowed it down to 45-55 mbps. How is this happening when the specs on the modem says it does up to 686 mbps?So lets say i need a new modem,...maybe the follow on product SB6190. Looking thru various sites does NOT give me a lot of confidence this modem is any good?? Can these relatively simply units be that hi-rate faulty? Then I saw on a Comcast/Infinity community forum where Comcast themselves were defeating some installations of hi-speed modems,...some of these from ARRIS ??What is this world coming to,...a whole lot of mis-information. I’m just a plain old 81 year old model railroader who wants to surf the forums, and is NOT a computer-head to figure out basic stuff !All I need according to those more informed is a speed of 100-300 mbps to cut out this ‘firefox not responding’, and msnbc choppy reception

1 month ago

nukeseanThe Many

asked in SB6183 | SB6190

SB6190 works with direct connection but not with router

I just bought this modem (SB6190) and am already at my wit’s end trying to get it to work with my router! I was able to activate the modem myself via the Xfinity app no problem, and it works just fine when I connect the modem directly to my computer via LAN.HOWEVER, the instant I try to connect the modem to my router, it simply will not work! My router’s light indicates that it isn’t connected to the internet, and when I try to configure the router via LAN connection, it says it can’t find its assigned IP address. I’ve power cycled both the modem and the router several times in the correct order (i.e., power both off, power modem on, wait until connected to Xfinity, power router on), but the problem persists.To make sure this was a modem problem and not a router problem, I re-activated my Xfinity Gateway and plugged it into my router into that. And hey, what do you know—everything worked flawlessly!So, can someone PLEASE help me figure out how to get this thing to work before I go insa

1 month ago

bulkhedThe Many

asked in SB8200

No internet on SB8200 connecting with router

You know that little world globe that's normally position down in the right-hand corner of your screen. Right now it's not a globe but an icon of a computer screen instead.When I hover over that icon, I get that the 5Ghz Linksys routed is connected. But when I open up that icon, where you would normally hit "connect" it say no internet connection. Thats my problem. I just changed out an SB6141 and all connections worked. I added this new SB8200, and I’ve now got no internet to connect to my Linksys WBT3200ACM router.But my cell phone, tablet, and laptop all connect to the router with a strong signal. Its just this desktop HP that no longer works right. Destops 2years old.I did get the correct connection momentarily when unplugging the router and resetting but that lasted but a few minutes

1 month ago

maxleventhalThe Many

asked in S33 | S34

Return Order 59908 on s33

I purchased two SURFboard S33 (sku 1001358) on July 12th and I would like to return one of the modems. How can I begin the return process? My order number is 59908

1 month ago

SeanThe Many

asked in SB8200

SB8200 - No internet

Modem is activated but won’t provide internet to router or PC.

1 month ago

barmax71The Many

asked in SB6183 | SB6190

Arris Surfboard SB6190 - Laptop is not connecting with internet

My laptop is showing no Internet connection even though all my other devices are on line. My Internet provider tested all the equipment and says they are working properly. They suggested that my modem probably needs a wifi driver update. What should I do?

1 month ago

DemonThe Many

asked in Modem - General

Cable Modem which supports Euro Docsis 3.1

I am looking for a cable modem supporting EuroDocsis 3.1 , min 1 Lan port and preferably (but not required) 1 fon port. It should not have an integrated router. Are there modems like that here? I am just unsure if “Docsis 3.1 ……… Supporting all major Cable Providers” means globally or US only.

1 month ago

JoepielThe Many

asked in S33 | S34

modem makes high pitch sound on S33

This is an ARRIS Surfboard S33 DOCSIS 3.1 I purchased about a year ago. It is under warranty still. The pitch makes it impossible to work in the room. I am requesting a replacement. Thanks.

1 month ago

imagineyesThe Many

asked in SB6183 | SB6190

Sb6190 and linksys e5400 no internet

I just got the Arris Surfboard sb 6190 and now it's not working with my Linksys e5400 wireless router. I have a Google pixel 8, and it keeps saying that I need to sign in to the wireless network, but from there it takes me to spectrum for activation even though I thought it was done through the app. I can see I'm getting Internet thru the modem, but nothing thru the wireless router. Any help appreciated. Thanks all!!

1 month ago

Darrell117The Many

asked in Modem - General

Network name and password

I purchased a new modem from you and I need the network name and the password

1 month ago

ukrishna7The Many

asked in SB8200

New SB8200 uplink led blinking (not syncing)

I bought a new SB8200 upgrading from an SB6183. When I connect to the same location with the same coax cable as the old modem, the receive.led is green steady, but the send led is green flashing. Per the manual, it means the modem is scanning for an upstream (send) channel connection. I have talked to Xfinity and they cannot remote troubleshoot because the modem appears offline. When I put back the SB6183 I get steady green receive and send leds that then turn up Internet in 5-15 seconds. So my problem is the flashing send led for 5-10 minutes without syncing. Has anybody else faced this problem with SB8200. Thanks.

1 month ago

cd.santanaThe Many

asked in SB8200

Why is my SB8200 blue receive light always on? Internet still works.

After recycling powered to my SB8200, the blue receive light is always on. Thankfully my internet works fine and signal is getting from the modem to the router and the speed checks are normal. Xfinity is my service provider with the 900mbps plan and there are not outages updates or issues for me or my area. I have tried recycling power and have also done a factory reset. Still no change.

1 month ago

SH1865The Many

asked in Modem - General

How do I test Ethernet ports

How do I test Ethernet ports?

1 month ago

Rob GThe Many

asked in SB8200

Dropped connection and too hot to touch the modem SB8200

Last September my old modem stopped working so I purchased a Arris SB8200. For the last few months we have experienced numerous dropped connections. It is now being dropped even a few times a day.At first the lower earth symbol would start blinking. Now it stays on like it should but is getting almost to hot to touch. I did a search for cause and this model was the first thing to pop up. Overheating was a large issue.We purchased the modem from Best Buy on 09-22-23. According to this web site there is a two year limited warranty.What can be done to get this modem replaced or fixed?We look forward to hearing back.ThanksRob Garrison

1 month ago

jagskiThe Many

asked in Modem - General

arris b789 Unable to access the GUI portal and it shown as unsupported browser

when I log in to the router, I get this message.The version of Chrome you are using is unsupported. Your Gateway's web interface has been tested to work with the minimum version: 70.0.3538.110.I’m using the newest version of Chrome.Chrome is up to dateVersion 126.0.6478.183 (Official Build) (64-bit)I don't understand the problem is, why is the newest version is not supported.

2 months ago

neo1981The Many

asked in SB8200

Arris SB8200 vs. Arris S34. Same chipset (BCM3390), but only one is supported for Next Gen Upload speeds. Why??

Recently found out that Arris S34 is getting released and it will be supported for the Next Gen Upload Speeds (100 MBps/ 200 MBps). Source.Arris S34 is now listed on Amazon for pre-order.But, both Arris S34 and Arris SB8200 use the same chipset BCM3390 (source: the listing page on Amazon for each modem). Can anyone explain why one is supported and the other isn't? Technically, the firmware shouldn't be an issue at this pt. I am genuinely curious.

2 months ago

crt333

asked in S33 | S34

packet loss increasing, seems like to be S33v2

I bouight my S33v2 11/1/2024 on Amazon. In my previous house my xfinity connection seemed to be getting worse over time, and after moving into my new house (6/17/2024) I can barely hold a connection. My modem is connected to an OpnSense router, so I have graphs of packet loss on WAN and they are up to 100% loss on a daily basis.Xfinity techs have been out twice, first to lay a new cable to house, then to replace all internal house wiring to the modem. The signal is great, I thought it would be fixed when they were here yesterday, but packet loss is worse than ever. I even replaced the cat6 cable between modem and router.How do we get an S33v2 replaced under warranty?

2 months ago

ZoellaThe Many

asked in SB6183 | SB6190

surfboard SB6183 - unable to locate wifi name and password

Hello! I just switched over from Xfinity but I can’t connect to the wifi. The WiFi name and password is not located on the box. How do I find it? I need it asap I have school work I need to do.

2 months ago

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