WOW! (Wide Open West) has numerous modems that can be used for their internet service. Broken into two categories below (WiFi and DOCSIS 3.1), you will find the recommended WOW approved modems.
To receive WOW! phone service, you must use a WOW! supplied eMTA (cable modem and telephone adapter). Monthly rental fees apply. Fiber service areas require WOW! provided equipment.
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: September 1, 2023
Recommended WOW! Approved Modems for September 2023
Best DOCSIS 3.1 Modem
| Model # | Motorola MB8611 |
| DOCSIS | 3.1 |
| Color | Black |
| WiFi Router | No |
| VoIP Telephone Adapter | No |
Best WiFi Modem
| Model # | NETGEAR CAX80 |
| DOCSIS | 3.1 |
| Color | Black |
| WiFi Router | Yes (WiFi 6) |
| VoIP Telephone Adapter | No |
Full WOW! 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 | DG2460 ♦ | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | S33 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | SB6190 ♦ | 32×8 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | SB8200 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| ARRIS | SBG7400AC2 ♦ | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SBG7580-AC ♦ | 32×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SBG7600AC2 ♦ | 32×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ARRIS | SBG8300 ♦ | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ✅ |
| ASUS | CM-32 ♦ | 32×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Linksys | CG7500 ♦ | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Linksys | CM3024 ♦ | 24×8 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Motorola | MB7621 | 24×8 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Motorola | MB8600 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Motorola | MB8611 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ❌ |
| Motorola | MG7700 | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Motorola | MG8702 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ✅ |
| Motorola | MG8725 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C6900 | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C7000 | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C7000v2 | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C7500 | 24×8 | ❌ | ✅ |
| NETGEAR | C7800 | DOCSIS 3.1 | ❌ | ✅ |
| 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 | ❌ | ✅ |
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
WOW! Approved Modems Removed in February 2021
ARRIS SB6120
ARRIS SB6121
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
Ubee DDW365
Ubee DDW366
WOW! Approved Modems Removed in April 2021
ARRIS SB6183
ARRIS SBG10
ARRIS SBG6900-AC
ARRIS SBG6950AC2
ASUS CM-16
Linksys CM3016
Motorola MB7420
Motorola MG7540
Motorola MG7550
NETGEAR C6250
NETGEAR C6300
NETGEAR C6300v2
NETGEAR CM500
SMC D3CM1604
WOW! Company Information
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