[Equipment] Docsis 3.1 or 3.0
I currently have the 155 MB plan, but with my modem I’m only getting about 80 MB. Looking to upgrade my modem, and looking at docs is 3.1 and 3.0. I know I don’t need 3.1 for my current speed, and...
View ArticleUsing DOCSIS 3.0 Modems For Rcn 500 mbps\1000 mbps Services.
Hello i am looking to upgrade my 250 mbps, currently using rcn's modem/router combo. I want to know if the Docsis 3.0 modems tp-link tc-7650 and netgear cm600 support rcn's 500 mbps and higher...
View Article[Equipment] RCN Gigabit Modem/Router Combo
I just signed up for RCN's gigabit internet service and want to know the brand/model number of the provided modem/router combo. I plan to pay the monthly fee, but I might buy my own modem if it's...
View ArticleEthernet port on TiVo mini?
Hello, my girlfriends parents have RCN in Pennsylvania and they have a large home with spotty Wi-Fi. So I wanted to fix that and increase the WiFi coverage for them. They currently have a whole home...
View ArticleNYC 1GBPS slow speeds and outages.
I'm in NYC, have the RCN 1GBPS service. I never got full 1GBS, but was close many times on http://md.speedtest.rcn.net. I recently purchased a ARRIS SB8200 SURFboard Gigabit DOCSIS 3.1 and speeds...
View ArticleHelp fix Skip Mode On stand-alone TiVo
I have standalone TiVo. The skip mode feature does not work on FX or Bravo HD channels, but does work on the SD version of these channels. Both channels are supposed to have skip mode. It stopped...
View ArticleLehigh Valley Lag spikes
I've had the Gig speed for about a year now, and recently, i've been getting lag spikes and packet loss every minute or so, anyone else have this problem? My bill also went up 20 dollars this month and...
View Article[Equipment] Cordless cable box?
Hello, I see that several providers (e.g., DirectTV, AT&T, Xfinity) have cordless boxes that can be used in rooms without a coaxial outlet. I have a room without a coaxial outlet and would prefer...
View Article[Connectivity] Several short outages PER day, NYC
NYC RCN customer, for the last 3-4 days ive been having 5 minute outages during which my modem restarts and cycles and overall lasts about 7 minutes. super frustrating as this has been happening...
View ArticleRCN Gigabit usage Cap?
Hi everyone, Our family just cut the cord and started streaming. HULU, Netflix, Amazon, iTunes, etc. Elderly parents live with us and watch separate TVs most of the day. 6 people streaming on 6...
View ArticleDoes RCN support Live Chat ever work?
Has anyone been able to use Live Chat support recently? The hours are listed but I don't see anywhere to access it. I've tried in different browsers just in case it was an adblocker-related problem but...
View ArticleAdvice Needed for Equipment, Service, and costs.
I see that many here have a decent amount of technical knowledge, and industry knowledge in general. I've been grappling with trying to figure out what to do for so long, but now urgent to make some...
View ArticleAdvice Needed for Equipment
I now rent my modem and would like to buy my own and looking for suggestions I am provisioned for 330/20 I am thinking of going with netgear nighthawk C7000
View ArticleBill has become outrageous! NYC
My bill jumped from $120 to $199. This increase is really ridiculous considering spectrum is offering similar offerings for $135. RCN used to have a great customer win back program (I.e. customer...
View Article[Need Info] 4K Sports Programming?
I'm considering switching over to RCN as my TV provider (I currently use them for internet), but I'm interested if there is any sports programming in 4K. I've read that they have a dedicated 4K sports...
View Article[Equipment] Cordless cable box?
Hello, I see that several providers (e.g., DirectTV, AT&T, Xfinity) have cordless boxes that can be used in rooms without a coaxial outlet. I have a room without a coaxial outlet and would prefer...
View ArticleRCN LV Current Tivo models
Can some one give a brief overview of what RCN installs for Tivo now? I believe we have a Premier 4 which is obviously really old. Anything aside from the TV channels is dog slow on it - not sure if...
View ArticleArris SB8200 (CM8200?) Link Aggregation
During the past week, it looks like my Arris SB8200 has been updated with software version AB01.01.009.15_051319_183.0A.NSH . There's now a new tab called "Advanced" with a toggle for Link Aggregation....
View Article[Equipment] RCN Gigabit Modem/Router Combo
I just signed up for RCN's gigabit internet service and want to know the brand/model number of the provided modem/router combo. I plan to pay the monthly fee, but I might buy my own modem if it's...
View Article[CATV] RCN has dropped MASN/MASN2 in the DC area
This is unusual, as I've never seen RCN get into a carriage dispute with a network before. I've been a loyal customer for close to 20 years, but I'm also a Nationals fan and if a carriage deal with...
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