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Below is a link to a list of modems that are compatible with Optimum. Depending on the speed you have you will need to get a modem that can accommodate that speed.
A modem has channels that represent the speed it can handle. It's displayed as download channels x upload channels, so a 16x8 modem means it has 16 download channels and 8 upload channels.

It's not recommended to get anything lower than 16X8 since speeds are only going up in the future.
Chart showing the channels needed to support the Optimum speed

  • Optimum 100, 8x4 or higher
  • Optimum 200, 16x8 or higher
  • Optimum 400, 24x8 or higher

There are many modems available on Craigslist's and eBay as well, there is no need to buy a new one as long as it's compatible.
https://pickmymodem.com/approved-modems-for-optimum-cablevision-internet-service/

Once you have the modem you can call Optimum tech support and ask them to provision a new modem and give them the MAC id located a the modem. They will also send you a prepaid FedEx label to return their modem and the price will be reflected on your next bill. You just saved $10 - $10.89 a month in fees.

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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #1120 on: May 08, 2018, 11:22:26 PM »
What’s my best options? I need to setup phone and internet services

I have a Ooma wouldn’t mind using it (if it would save me money..)

If I sign up for Optimum do I need to get my own router?

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Not familiar with ooma but if you have it already why not try it out to see if it's good enough.

You don't need to buy your own router, they give you one. But it's cheaper in the long run. You can find a used one on eBay for ~$40. Otherwise I think they charge six dollars a month to rent a router.
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« Reply #1121 on: May 08, 2018, 11:25:00 PM »
They charge rent for the modem only, the router is free.
It's worth too much.

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« Reply #1122 on: May 08, 2018, 11:28:07 PM »
They charge rent for the modem only, the router is free.
Oh that's right I was getting mixed up.
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« Reply #1123 on: May 08, 2018, 11:42:09 PM »
Thanks guys.

So what’s the best package/rate?
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« Reply #1124 on: May 08, 2018, 11:42:49 PM »
They charge rent for the modem only, the router is free.

So I need it buy a modem? Which model would work with optimum?
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« Reply #1125 on: May 08, 2018, 11:49:29 PM »
U can or may buy your own router and it will be cheaper in the long run otherwise they'll supply one for a monthly fee of course. Somewhere around here there's some discussion as to which modem works for optimum.
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« Reply #1126 on: May 08, 2018, 11:51:05 PM »
Thanks guys.

So what’s the best package/rate?
Call them and see what they have. It also depends on how heavily you will be using your internet to decide on the right speed.
So I need it buy a modem? Which model would work with optimum?
Any docsis 3.0 modem.

What I wrote before about it being ~$40 was only because I had a specific model in mind that also works with optimum voice if you decide that it's a good option for you. It's the Arris Tm822g or tm822a but you have to make sure that it is confirmed to work with optimum before you buy it used because sometimes it's locked to other cable providers.

But if you have no plans on using optimum voice than there are better routers.
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« Reply #1127 on: May 09, 2018, 01:42:06 PM »
http://www.geteconomyinternet.com how to get this for current optimum customers?

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« Reply #1128 on: May 10, 2018, 01:20:29 AM »
Call them and see what they have. It also depends on how heavily you will be using your internet to decide on the right speed.Any docsis 3.0 modem.

What I wrote before about it being ~$40 was only because I had a specific model in mind that also works with optimum voice if you decide that it's a good option for you. It's the Arris Tm822g or tm822a but you have to make sure that it is confirmed to work with optimum before you buy it used because sometimes it's locked to other cable providers.

But if you have no plans on using optimum voice than there are better routers.

Thanks for your help.

I won’t be using it so heavily.

If I use optimum voice I will need a different router? They provide the modem for free?
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« Reply #1129 on: May 10, 2018, 08:40:13 PM »
Thanks for your help.

I won’t be using it so heavily.

If I use optimum voice I will need a different router? They provide the modem for free?
My pleasure.

I'd say ~30mbps would be good then.

No you don't need a special router. The router that they give for free to use should be fine.

If you use their modem they will charge you every month for the modem no matter what plan you have.
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« Reply #1130 on: May 14, 2018, 10:35:34 AM »
For optimum with voice

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KVOKVYY

$40 off coupon

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« Reply #1131 on: May 14, 2018, 01:19:14 PM »
For optimum with voice

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KVOKVYY

$40 off coupon
Did you try using it on optimum? It says in the details that it will only work with Xfinity.
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« Reply #1132 on: June 15, 2018, 10:23:42 AM »
What's the best current deal for a decent modem for Optimum for moderate use (no Optimum Voice)?
Is this (posted above) the best deal? https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-WIRELESS-Xfinity-Spectrum-Cablevision/dp/B0111MRLES/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref_=yo_ii_img
Any reason to get this? https://www.amazon.com/ARRIS-SURFboard-SB6183-DOCSIS-Cable/dp/B00MA5U1FW
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #1133 on: June 17, 2018, 08:31:20 AM »
What's the best current deal for a decent modem for Optimum for moderate use (no Optimum Voice)?
Is this (posted above) the best deal? https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-WIRELESS-Xfinity-Spectrum-Cablevision/dp/B0111MRLES/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref_=yo_ii_img
Any reason to get this? https://www.amazon.com/ARRIS-SURFboard-SB6183-DOCSIS-Cable/dp/B00MA5U1FW
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Is your plans speed more then 100k?
Do you need optimum voice?

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« Reply #1136 on: June 17, 2018, 10:26:39 AM »
How much are you currently paying a month?
40 (w/o modem)

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« Reply #1137 on: June 17, 2018, 11:17:55 AM »
They just went up another $10 monthly on me.

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« Reply #1138 on: June 17, 2018, 12:02:59 PM »
They just went up another $10 monthly on me.
Did you have promotional pricing (first year) until now?
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« Reply #1139 on: June 17, 2018, 12:10:07 PM »
Did you have promotional pricing (first year) until now?
No. long past that