ARRIS - SURFboard DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem & Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router for Xfinity and Cox service tiers - Black
- Key Specs
- Wi-Fi Mesh System: false (A single wireless network consisting of a main router (connected directly to a modem) that connects to a series of satellite modules or nodes placed around the home. Routers with this capability promote stronger, faster wireless signals as well as increase Wi-Fi coverage by reducing interference and eliminating dead zones.)
- DOCSIS Certification: 3.1 (DOCSIS (Data over Cable Service Interface Specification) is a telecommunications standard that allows high-bandwidth data transfer via a coaxial cable for internet access. Each version updates the previous standard and is backwards compatible with other versions.)
- Channel Bonding: 32 x 8 (The process of combining adjacent channels within a given frequency band to deliver faster broadband speeds. Channel bonding combinations are indicated as "downstream x upstream" e.g. 16x4 (16 channels dedicated for downloading data and 4 channels for uploading). The more channels, the more network traffic the device can support.)
- Number Of LAN Ports: 4 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Local Area Network (LAN). LAN ports allow wired connections to other networking devices (wireless access points, range extenders, etc.) in order to share the internet connection received through a WAN port.)
- Downstream Data Speed: 1000 megabits per second (The maximum speed at which data is downloaded from the internet.)
- Internet Service Provider (ISP) Compatibility: Cox Communications, Spectrum, XFINITY from Comcast, Most cable providers (The internet service provider(s) that the device is able to work with and/or connect to with minimal setup.)
- General
- Brand: ARRIS
- Model Number: SBG8300
- Product Name: SURFboard DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem & Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router for Xfinity and Cox service tiers
- Color: Black
- Security
- Firewall Type: Other (The method the firewall uses to filter and process data to increase network security, primarily by blocking malicious traffic requests while allowing legitimate traffic through.)
- Network
- Ethernet Standard: 10/100/1000 (Each standard is a variation of the IEEE 802.3 set of computer networking technologies known as Ethernet. New versions evolved to include higher bandwidth, different physical media, and other new and improved features. Standards are often denoted by speeds (in Megabits per second). For example, a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
- Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz (Bands may be grouped into categories such as low- and high-band VHF (Very High Frequency), low- and high-band UHF (Ultra High Frequency), or certain frequency channels (measured in MHz or GHz). Generally, higher frequencies transmit information faster but have shorter range than lower frequencies.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 5 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Wireless Standard: AC (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Input/Output Technology: MU-MIMO (Multi-user Multiple-Input Multiple Output) (Generally, multiple-input multiple-output communication technologies allow for more signals to be transmitted at a single time, which can improve the device's overall performance.)
- Wi-Fi Mesh System: false (A single wireless network consisting of a main router (connected directly to a modem) that connects to a series of satellite modules or nodes placed around the home. Routers with this capability promote stronger, faster wireless signals as well as increase Wi-Fi coverage by reducing interference and eliminating dead zones.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- DOCSIS Compliant: true
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- DOCSIS Certification: 3.1 (DOCSIS (Data over Cable Service Interface Specification) is a telecommunications standard that allows high-bandwidth data transfer via a coaxial cable for internet access. Each version updates the previous standard and is backwards compatible with other versions.)
- Features
- Integrated Modem: true
- Wireless: true
- Channel Bonding: 32 x 8 (The process of combining adjacent channels within a given frequency band to deliver faster broadband speeds. Channel bonding combinations are indicated as "downstream x upstream" e.g. 16x4 (16 channels dedicated for downloading data and 4 channels for uploading). The more channels, the more network traffic the device can support.)
- Ports
- Port Type(s): Co-Axial, RJ-45 (USB 2.0 connects external drives, gaming controllers, smartphones, MP3 players and other accessories.USB 3.0 transfers data faster than USB 2.0, but only when used with USB 3.0 devices.USB Type-C provides fast speeds and versatile power, featuring connectors with identical ends that plug in upside down or right side up. Adapters allow for video as well as backward compatibility.Thunderbolt provides ultra-high bandwidth for fast data transfer between devices featuring a Thunderbolt or MiniDisplayPort connection.HDMI allows you to connect a projector or display HD media on your HDTV or monitor.Media card slots allow you to transfer photos from your digital camera or camcorder.)
- Number Of LAN Ports: 4 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Local Area Network (LAN). LAN ports allow wired connections to other networking devices (wireless access points, range extenders, etc.) in order to share the internet connection received through a WAN port.)
- Speed
- Wired Speed: 1000 megabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and router using an Ethernet cable.)
- Gigabit Ethernet Speed: true (Supports the gigabit Ethernet networking standard, which has a data rate of at least one gigabit per second, or 1,000 Mbps.)
- Downstream Data Speed: 1000 megabits per second (The maximum speed at which data is downloaded from the internet.)
- Compatibility
- Internet Service Provider (ISP) Compatibility: Cox Communications, Spectrum, XFINITY from Comcast, Most cable providers (The internet service provider(s) that the device is able to work with and/or connect to with minimal setup.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 9.3 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 8.1 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 2.9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 1.9 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 years
- Warranty - Labor: 2 years
- Other
- UPC: 612572214626
Maximize internet speeds with this ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem. Four Gb Ethernet ports offer rapid wired connections, and advanced wireless technology delivers fast long-range 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi connections. This ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem offers easy plug-and-play installation and lets you manage networks with voice commands via Amazon Alexa.
- DOCSIS 3.1 technology: DOCSIS 3.1 technology enables multi-gigabit networking
- Gigabit Ethernet connectivity: Makes it easy to connect to your home network.
- Internet security: Protect your information with AES, WPA and WPA2.
- Compatibility: Compatible with major U.S. cable internet providers including Cox, Spectrum, Xfinity and others. Best for cable internet speed plans up to 4 Gbps.
Whats Included
- Arris SURFboard DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem & Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router for Xfinity and Cox service tiers
Q: Is this ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem compatible with Cox?
A: Yes, this model is compatible with Cox Communications.
Q: How many ethernet ports does the ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem have?
A: This ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem has four Gb Ethernet ports.
Q: What is the maximum internet speed supported by this ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem?
A: This ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem supports cable internet speed plans up to 4 Gbps.
Q: Does this ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem support voice control?
A: Yes, you can manage networks with voice commands via Amazon Alexa.
Q: Does this ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem have a firewall?
A: Yes, this model uses a firewall, although the type is not specified.
Q: What type of wireless networking standard does this ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem use?
A: This ARRIS SURFboard wireless cable modem uses Wi-Fi 5.
A: The closest xfinity approved device to the Arris SBG8300 would be the Netgear C7800-200NAS. Both are DOCIS 3.1 cable modems combined with the hi-speed WiFi Router. The Arris box is new and therefore the comparison tables for performance characteristics are not yet available. There is a Netgear C7800-100NAS which is older than the 200NAS and also more expensive than the 200, so you need to be specific with the Netgear evaluation. The Arris and Netgear devices seem to stack up pretty close. The marketing literature for the netgear device suggests that they have a broad WiFi range (maybe because of the winglet antennas). Until side-by-side measurable comparison occurs, it could be a toss-up except for the price and 2 year warranty that points to Arris.
A: Not very happy with this modem/router... had an old docsis 2.1 that worked fine. Upgraded my service to gigabyte down... needed a 3.1. If you’re using it wired it works well, the router is lousy. Barely get a signal in the next room and now shopping for WiFi extenders. If it wasn’t for this whole pandemic thing I would have returned it and tried another one or bought separate modem and router. Not worth $300.
