Below you will find the entire Optimum approved modems list. Warning, there are not many options for one to purchase their own modem for Optimum’s internet service.
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Last Updated: September 1, 2019
Full Optimum Approved Modems List for September 2019
The Modems Listed Below Are All DOCSIS 3.0 Modems
♦ Indicates an Intel Puma Chipset Defect – Do Not Buy
Note: ✅ means Yes, ❌ means No
| Brand | Model # | Channels | Max Speed | VoIP | WiFi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARRIS | TM804G | 8×4 | 343 Mbps | ✅ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | TM822G | 8×4 | 343 Mbps | ✅ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | TM1602A ♦ | 24×8 | 960 Mbps | ✅ | ❌ |
Channels: first # refers to downstream channels, second # refers to upstream channels (e.g. 16×4, means 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream channels)
The more channels, the faster the speed
Max Speed: refers to the theoretical maximum download speed
VoIP: indicates if the modem has telephone capability
WiFi: indicates if the modem has WiFi capability
Optimum Approved Modems Added in August 2017
Arris TG1672G
Optimum Approved Modems Removed in April 2019
ARRIS TG1672G
Cisco DPQ3212
Motorola SBV6220
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DPQ3212 confirmed not compatible with Altice 200Mbps.
It should be. The Cisco DPQ3212 appears on the Optimum certified modems page.
https://www.optimum.net/FAQ/#/answers/a_id/3832#option