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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 #320 on: October 24, 2013, 08:30:18 PM »
This is what happens when everyone screams at people for opening new threads
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #321 on: October 24, 2013, 08:37:48 PM »
Quote from: popcorn1508 on October 24, 2013, 08:30:18 PM
This is what happens when everyone screams at people for opening new threads

Their brains fall out?
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #322 on: October 24, 2013, 08:39:56 PM »
Quote from: popcorn1508 on October 24, 2013, 08:30:18 PM
This is what happens when everyone screams at people for opening new threads
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #323 on: October 24, 2013, 11:21:30 PM »
Quote from: Am on October 20, 2013, 10:02:25 PM
he said his first year promo was up

No, the $30 promo ended, now it's a $40 promo, however i managed to get the $40 promo applied for second year as well
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #324 on: October 25, 2013, 10:05:15 AM »
Quote from: yuneeq on October 18, 2013, 05:32:15 PM
$30 is dead. Now minimum $40.
Quote from: KidOOO on October 20, 2013, 09:50:58 PM
How is this better than getting just the internet to begin with for $40?
Quote from: Am on October 20, 2013, 10:02:25 PM
he said his first year promo was up

So that's it?
the 55/mo they are offering me for 50/25 is the best price I'm going to be able to get?
(no Verizon Fios to my building only DSL)
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #325 on: October 25, 2013, 10:51:37 AM »
Quote from: Avid Reader on October 19, 2013, 08:35:53 PM
Was, yes.I'm using GV with Obi = free phone.

any word if GV will stay free for 2014?
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #326 on: October 25, 2013, 10:56:15 AM »
Quote from: YG on October 25, 2013, 10:05:15 AM
So that's it?
the 55/mo they are offering me for 50/25 is the best price I'm going to be able to get?
(no Verizon Fios to my building only DSL)
:(

I was just offered 45$/mo for 50/25. I didn't take it since I have a month left on my contract (though I probably should have). In a few weeks I probably will take it.

I also have no other reliable offering in my area. I told him I get from work a verizon LTE hotspot :)
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #327 on: October 25, 2013, 11:19:35 AM »
Wiki started
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #328 on: October 25, 2013, 11:42:14 AM »
So the $40 per month is available? (According to wiki)
when icalled up they said the best price was $50 (for 25/15).  and Im a new customer.  never had optimum.
HUCA?
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« Reply #329 on: October 25, 2013, 11:44:05 AM »
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #330 on: October 25, 2013, 11:46:04 AM »
will do.
thanks.
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« Reply #331 on: October 25, 2013, 04:32:08 PM »
For the $40/mo plan, what's the DL/UL speed?
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #332 on: October 26, 2013, 08:04:55 PM »
Quote from: AJK on October 25, 2013, 04:32:08 PM
For the $40/mo plan, what's the DL/UL speed?

I think it's 15Mb / 5Mb

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« Reply #333 on: October 26, 2013, 08:17:51 PM »
HUCA'd multiple times.

Consistently told best possible price is 49.95 for 15/5, 54.95 for 50/25

Asked about $40 promo, was told "this is the current promotion"
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #334 on: October 26, 2013, 08:33:40 PM »
Quote from: KidOOO on October 26, 2013, 08:04:55 PM
I think it's 15Mb / 5Mb



Just upgraded to the more expensive one and started out getting 50/25 but now am getting closer to your download speed. A little faster on the upload, though.

Are you on wifi or wired?
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #335 on: October 26, 2013, 08:45:29 PM »
Quote from: EJB on October 26, 2013, 08:33:40 PM
Just upgraded to the more expensive one and started out getting 50/25 but now am getting closer to your download speed. A little faster on the upload, though.

Are you on wifi or wired?
Unplug modem for 5 min and replug, your speed should get back up.
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #336 on: October 26, 2013, 08:45:35 PM »
I lied, it's pretty fast for non-FIOS

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« Reply #337 on: October 26, 2013, 09:00:22 PM »
So for $40/mo it's 15/5? :(
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #338 on: October 26, 2013, 09:02:57 PM »
Quote from: AJK on October 26, 2013, 09:00:22 PM
So for $40/mo it's 15/5? :(

That's the promotion. YMMV if you've already had the promotion.
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Re: Optimum internet
« Reply #339 on: October 26, 2013, 09:12:10 PM »
Quote from: AJK on October 26, 2013, 09:00:22 PM
So for $40/mo it's 15/5? :(

It's only $5 more for the increased speeds
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