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trek2008 · Jul 4, 2002, 02:21 AM

This may be a stupid question. But if I took my cable modem to another state, would I still be able to get online?

alphamatrix · Jul 4, 2002, 02:40 AM

nope, i dont think so, i've never had a cable connection before so i could be wrong.

Arty50 · Jul 4, 2002, 02:54 AM

It depends. If you're going on vacation, then no way.

But if you're moving it's a different story. If your cable modem is DOCSIS compatible (and most are), you should be able to use it anywhere. DOCSIS compatibility is the standard protocol for the cable modem industry. I believe the latest is DOCSIS 1.1, and 2.0 is around the corner.

seanyepez · Jul 4, 2002, 03:54 AM

Obviously, you'll need to have cable Internet "installed" at the location you're going to stay at. You can't bring the modem with you to connect to a hotel's coaxial cable.

Mediaman_12 · Jul 4, 2002, 08:10 AM

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by seanyepez:
Obviously, you'll need to have cable Internet "installed" at the location you're going to stay at. You can't bring the modem with you to connect to a hotel's coaxial cable.

<hr /></blockquote>Doesn't the Modem belong to your local Cable co?
The rental is usually bundled in with your line charges. (mine is anyway, It was part of the payment agrement I signed.

Raman · Jul 4, 2002, 12:33 PM

The cable would have to be pretty long and cars would run over it on the highways and stuff.

A good bet is to get cablemodem service with your local cable co in your new location.

nealconner · Jul 4, 2002, 02:17 PM

I know that Comcast, at least used to, offer dial up connexions with your account.

malvolio · Jul 4, 2002, 04:47 PM

As for who owns the cable modem, it varies. Some ISPs insist that you rent their modems. Others allow you to buy your own personal unit.
If you rent from the ISP and take off with their modem, they won't refund your deposit. And they might even file charges against you, if they're feeling p*ssy.

Montezuma58 · Jul 4, 2002, 04:49 PM

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Mediaman_12:
Doesn't the Modem belong to your local Cable co?
The rental is usually bundled in with your line charges. (mine is anyway, It was part of the payment agrement I signed.<hr /></blockquote>Most cable companies will let you use your own modem. But they might only be willing to support certain brand or models. All of them will gladly rent you a modem. If you're not locked in to the rental by contract you could most likely use your own equipment. It just depends on what the cable company charges for the rental as to wheter or not its worth buying your own. My cable company charges $9/month for rental. I just purchased my own modem for $80 at Best Buy if it lasts 9 months it will have paid for itself.

trek2008 · Jul 4, 2002, 05:18 PM

OK thanks. I am not moving, just going to my grandparents in Virginia for about a week and I am taking my computer with me. It is one of the new imacs, and transports easly.

The Dude · Jul 5, 2002, 12:15 AM

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by seanyepez:
Obviously, you'll need to have cable Internet "installed" at the location you're going to stay at. You can't bring the modem with you to connect to a hotel's coaxial cable.

<hr /></blockquote>Thank you Miss Obvious.