Astound Broadband Powered by RCN Approved Modems

You must meet Astound Broadband powered by RCN’s requirements in choosing a modem for their internet service, because they do not offer an actual Astound Broadband powered by RCN approved modems list. If you meet the following qualifications, a modem should work on their network.

At least 16 Downstream Channels
DOCSIS 3.0 or DOCSIS 3.1 certified
Cannot be an eMTA (cable modem and telephone adapter); phone service requires an Astound Broadband provided eMTA (you can still use your own modem with the eMTA)
Customers with fiber-to-the-home or Ethernet-delivered service must use an Astound Broadband internet device
Currently not compatible with the Astound Broadband network: Motorola MB8600 DOCSIS 3.1 modem

The modems listed on this page carry the minimum modem requirements for Astound Broadband powered by RCN internet service.

Read the Cable Modem Buying Guide to help you choose a modem. Do not forget to purchase your modem accessories.

Internet providers have begun removing some DOCSIS 3.0 modems from their networks. To maximize the years of use from a modem, it is strongly recommended to purchase a DOCSIS 3.1 device (the latest standard).

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Last Updated: December 1, 2024

Recommended Astound Broadband Powered by RCN Approved Modems for December 2024

Best Modem Value

NETGEAR CM500 DOCSIS 3.0 RCN Approved Modems — NETGEAR CM500 Cable Modem

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NETGEAR CM500 INFO

Model #	NETGEAR CM500
DOCSIS	3.0
Color	Black
WiFi Router	No
VoIP Telephone Adapter	No

Best DOCSIS 3.1 Modem

ARRIS S33 DOCSIS 3.1 RCN Approved Modems — ARRIS S33 Cable Modem

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ARRIS S33 INFO

Model #	ARRIS S33
DOCSIS	3.1
Color	White
WiFi Router	No
VoIP Telephone Adapter	No

Best WiFi Modem

NETGEAR Nighthawk AX6000 CAX80 WiFi 6 Router DOCSIS 3.1 RCN Approved Modems — NETGEAR AX6000 CAX80 WiFi 6 Router DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem

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NETGEAR CAX80 INFO

Model #	NETGEAR CAX80
DOCSIS	3.1
Color	Black
WiFi Router	Yes (WiFi 6)
VoIP Telephone Adapter	No

Full Astound Broadband Powered by RCN Approved Modem List

The Modems Listed Below Are All DOCSIS 3.0 Modems Unless Indicated as a DOCSIS 3.1 Modem
♦ Indicates an Intel Puma Chipset Defect – Do Not Buy

Note: ✅ means Yes, ❌ means No

Brand	Model #	Channels	VoIP	WiFi
ARRIS	G34 ♦	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	✅
ARRIS	G36 ♦	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	✅
ARRIS	S33	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	❌
ARRIS	CM8200A	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	❌
ARRIS	SB6183	16×4	❌	❌
ARRIS	SB6190 ♦	32×8	❌	❌
ARRIS	SB8200	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	❌
ARRIS	SBG10 ♦	16×4	❌	✅
ARRIS	SBG6900-AC	16×4	❌	✅
ARRIS	SBG6950AC2 ♦	16×4	❌	✅
ARRIS	SBG7400AC2 ♦	24×8	❌	✅
ARRIS	SBG7580-AC ♦	32×8	❌	✅
ARRIS	SBG7600AC2 ♦	32×8	❌	✅
ARRIS	SBG8300 ♦	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	✅
ASUS	CM-16	16×4	❌	❌
ASUS	CM-32 ♦	32×8	❌	✅
Linksys	CG7500 ♦	24×8	❌	✅
Linksys	CM3016 ♦	16×4	❌	❌
Linksys	CM3024 ♦	24×8	❌	❌
Motorola	MB7420	16×4	❌	❌
Motorola	MB7621	24×8	❌	❌
Motorola	MB8611	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	❌
Motorola	MG7540	16×4	❌	✅
Motorola	MG7550	16×4	❌	✅
Motorola	MG7700	24×8	❌	✅
Motorola	MG8702	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	✅
Motorola	MG8725	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	✅
NETGEAR	C6230	16×4	❌	✅
NETGEAR	C6250	16×4	❌	✅
NETGEAR	C6300 ♦	16×4	❌	✅
NETGEAR	C6300v2 ♦	16×4	❌	✅
NETGEAR	C6900	24×8	❌	✅
NETGEAR	C7000	24×8	❌	✅
NETGEAR	C7000v2	24×8	❌	✅
NETGEAR	C7500	24×8	❌	✅
NETGEAR	C7800	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	✅
NETGEAR	CM500	16×4	❌	❌
NETGEAR	CM600	24×8	❌	❌
NETGEAR	CM700 ♦	32×8	❌	❌
NETGEAR	CM1000	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	❌
NETGEAR	CM1000v2	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	❌
NETGEAR	CM1100	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	❌
NETGEAR	CM1200	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	❌
NETGEAR	CM2000	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	❌
NETGEAR	CAX30S	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	✅
NETGEAR	CAX80	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	✅
NETGEAR	CBR40 ♦	32×8	❌	✅
NETGEAR	CBR750 ♦	DOCSIS 3.1	❌	✅
SMC	D3CM1604	16×4	❌	❌
TP-Link	ARCHER CR500	16×4	❌	✅
TP-Link	ARCHER CR700	16×4	❌	✅
TP-Link	CR1900	24×8	❌	✅
TP-Link	TC-7620	16×4	❌	❌
TP-Link	TC7650	24×8	❌	❌
Zoom	5370	16×4	❌	❌

Channels: first # refers to downstream channels, second # refers to upstream channels (e.g. 16×4, means 16 downstream channels and 4 upstream channels)
DOCSIS 3.1 offers the fastest speeds

VoIP: indicates if the modem has telephone capability

WiFi: indicates if the modem has WiFi capability

Astound Broadband Powered by RCN Approved Modems Removed in January 2022
ARRIS SB6141
ARRIS SB6180
ARRIS SB6182
ARRIS SBG6400
ARRIS SBG6580
ARRIS SBG6700-AC
ARRIS SBG6782-AC
Cisco/Linksys DPC3008
Cisco DPC3010
Cisco DPC3825
D-Link DCM-301
Linksys CM3008
Motorola MB7220
Motorola MG7310
Motorola MG7315
NETGEAR C3000-100NAS
NETGEAR C3000v2
NETGEAR C3700-100NAS
NETGEAR C3700v2
NETGEAR C6220
NETGEAR C6300BD
NETGEAR CG3000D
NETGEAR CG3000Dv2 N450
NETGEAR CG4500BD
NETGEAR CM400
TP-Link TC-7610
TP-Link TC-W7960
Ubee DDW365
Ubee DDW366
Zoom 5341J
Zoom 5345
Zoom 5350
Zoom 5352
Zoom 5354
Zoom 5360
Zoom 5363
Zyxel CDA-30360