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WOW! Approved Modems
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Atlantic Broadband
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TP-Link Routers
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Cincinati Bell only permits a few modem models to be activated on their network, all of which are difficult to obtain in retail and would not ultimately help you remove the rental fee from your bill. That said, Cincinnati Bell charges rental fees for customers who rent a WiFi router from them. To remove your rental fee from your internet service bill, all you need to do is get your own WiFi router.
That said, there are some requirements of the wireless router that you’d be getting that are necessary for it to work with your Cincinnati Bell service:
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- Your router needs to support IGMP proxying and IGMP snooping.
- We recommend most newer ASUS routers for the job as they are easy to configure with your TV and have all of the necessary features.
- The Netgear Nighthawk routers are great if you’ll only be needing the internet service (no TV) as they are not as easy to configure for TV compared with ASUS branded routers.
- If you’re subscribed to a gigabit service plan, your router also needs to support gigabit Ethernet. Most newer routers do, nowadays, but it is still something to be mindful of.
- Your router needs to support IGMP proxying and IGMP snooping.
Once you’ve picked out your new wireless router, it’s always a good idea to call Cincinnati Bell to make sure that the model you’ve selected will be a good fit for your internet service and that by installing it, you would no longer have to pay the monthly rental fee.
Cincinnati Bell Routers
TP-Link Deco S4 AC1200 Mesh WiFi System
In stock
- Connect up to 75 Devices Wirelessly or Add More Decos for Additional Coverage
- Easy Setup & Network Management with the TP-Link Deco App
- Supports Wireless Speeds of up to 1167 Mbps & Works with All Internet Providers
- Dual-Band Wireless Connection through Your Whole Home - 2.5GHz & 5GHz Bands
- Up to 3,800 sqft of Continuous WiFi or Add More Decos for Additional Coverage
Linksys EA8500 AC2600 Gigabit Wireless Router
In stock
- Dual-Band Connectivity: The Linksys EA8500 AC2600 Gigabit Wireless Router provides dual-band connectivity, allowing you to connect multiple devices to the network and access the Internet simultaneously.
- Gigabit Ethernet Ports: The EA8500 includes four Gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing you to connect multiple devices to the router and access the Internet simultaneously at fast speeds.
- Easy to Use: The router is easy to set up and use, with a simple setup wizard and a user-friendly web interface.
- Advanced Features: The EA8500 includes advanced features such as parental controls, guest networks, and network prioritization, making it easy to customize your network for your needs.
Google Nest WiFi
In stock
- Powerful and Efficient: The Google Nest Wifi router can efficiently manage up to 200 connected devices and is robust enough to support multiple simultaneous 4K video streams.
- Superior Coverage: The router provides impressive Wifi coverage of up to 2200 square feet, effectively eliminating buffering and ensuring a reliable and fast Wifi experience across your entire home.
- Smart and Adaptive: The Nest Wifi router intelligently operates in the background, automatically updating itself to deliver new features and enhance network security while maintaining optimal internet speeds.
- User-Friendly Management: With the Google Home app, setting up your Google Nest Wifi router is a breeze. The app also allows easy control over guest networks, device prioritization, and parental controls for kids' online activities.
Netgear WAC124 Dual-Band Wireless Router
In stock
- Fast and Reliable: The Netgear WAC124 Dual-Band Wireless Router delivers fast and reliable Wi-Fi speeds, thanks to its advanced antenna technology and dual-band design.
- Whole Home Coverage: The WAC124 provides seamless and consistent Wi-Fi coverage throughout your entire home, ensuring that you have fast and reliable Wi-Fi in every corner of your house.
- Advanced Security: The Netgear WAC124 is equipped with advanced security features, including WPA3 encryption, to protect your network and keep your online experience safe.
- Easy to Set Up: The WAC124 comes with an easy-to-use web interface and NETGEAR Nighthawk App, which makes it simple to set up and manage your network, even for those who are not tech-savvy. Additionally, it supports Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control for added convenience.
ASUS GT-AC5300 Tri-Band Wireless Gaming Router
In stock
- Tri-Band Wi-Fi: The ASUS GT-AC5300 features a tri-band wireless system that provides faster speeds and less interference, making it ideal for gaming and other high-bandwidth activities.
- Gaming Optimized: This router has been specifically designed for gaming, with features such as Game Boost, Game IPS, and WTFast that help to reduce lag, prioritize bandwidth, and enhance overall gaming performance.
- Advanced Security: The ASUS GT-AC5300 comes with advanced security features that help protect your network and devices from cyber threats, such as AiProtection Pro, parental controls, and support for VPN services.
- Multiple Antennas: This router is equipped with eight external antennas that provide powerful and stable Wi-Fi coverage for large homes or multi-story buildings. Additionally, it has built-in beamforming technology that helps to focus the Wi-Fi signal for improved performance.
Linksys WRT1900AC Dual-Band Wireless Router
In stock
- Dual-Band Wireless: The Linksys WRT1900AC Wireless Router provides dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless connectivity for maximum speed and coverage.
- High-Performance: The WRT1900AC is a high-performance router, featuring a 1.2GHz dual-core processor and 256MB of RAM for fast and efficient network processing.
- Customizable Firmware: The WRT1900AC features open source firmware, allowing you to customize your network settings and configurations to your needs.
- Gigabit Ethernet: The WRT1900AC provides 4 gigabit Ethernet ports for fast and reliable wired connections.
ASUS RT-ACRH13 AC1300 Dual-Band Gigabit Wireless Router
In stock
- Dual-Band AC1300 Wi-Fi for fast and stable wireless connectivity.
- Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired connections with high speed data transfer.
- ASUS Router App for easy control and management of your network.
- Advanced security features including parental controls, AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro, and built-in VPN server.
Netgear R6250 AC1600 Dual Band Wi-Fi Gigabit Router
Out of stock
$74.99
- Design that delivers high availability, scalability, and for maximum flexibility and price/performance
- Compatible with next generation Wi-Fi devices and backward compatible with 802.11 a/b/g/n devices, it enables HD streaming throughout your home.
- With up to 300 + 1300Mbps speed and simultaneous dual band Wi-Fi technology, the R6250 avoids wireless interference, ensuring top Wi-Fi Speeds and reliable connections.
- The dual-core 800Mhz processor delivers high-performance connectivity, while the USB 3.0 port provides up to 10x faster USB hard drive access.
Cisco RV110W Wireless-N VPN Firewall Router
In stock
- The Cisco RV110W is a Wireless-N VPN Firewall Router that provides secure and reliable internet connectivity for small businesses.
- It has a built-in VPN gateway that supports up to 5 IPsec VPN tunnels for remote access.
- The router also has a 4-port 10/100Mbps switch and a wireless access point that supports 802.11n standard, which allows for connecting multiple wired and wireless devices to the network.
- The RV110W includes a built-in firewall that provides advanced security features such as Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) and Denial of Service (DoS) protection to protect the network from external threats.
Cisco RV345 Dual WAN Gigabit 16-Port VPN Router
In stock
- Dual WAN connectivity: The Cisco RV345 router features two WAN ports that allow for multiple internet connections, providing redundancy and increasing network reliability.
- Gigabit Ethernet ports: This router has 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing for high-speed connectivity to multiple devices.
- Virtual Private Network (VPN) support: The RV345 supports VPN connections, providing secure and encrypted connections for remote access to the network.
- Advanced security features: The router includes advanced security features such as URL filtering, firewall protection, and IPsec VPN, ensuring the protection of sensitive data.
Linksys MR8300 MU-MIMO AC2200 Tri-Band Wireless Router
In stock
- Tri-Band Connectivity: The Linksys MR8300 MU-MIMO AC2200 Tri-Band Wireless Router provides tri-band connectivity, allowing you to connect multiple devices to the network and access the Internet simultaneously.
- MU-MIMO Technology: The MR8300 is equipped with MU-MIMO technology, which allows multiple devices to receive data simultaneously, resulting in faster and more efficient network performance.
- Easy to Use: The router is easy to set up and use, with a simple setup wizard and a user-friendly web interface.
- Advanced Features: The MR8300 includes advanced features such as parental controls, guest networks, and network prioritization, making it easy to customize your network for your needs.
TP-Link TL-WR940N Wireless Router
In stock
- Choose From 3 Modes to Create the Perfect Network: Router, Range Extender or Access Point
- Easy Installation, Parental Controls & Use with the iOS & Android App
- Supports Wireless Speeds of up to 450 Mbps
- Universally Compatible with Any Internet Provider & Modem
- 3 External Antennas + 4 Gigabit Ethernet Ports + WPS + On/Off Switch
Did we answer all your questions about the Cincinnati Bell compatible modems and routers? Let us know in the comments, or leave your own questions for our technicians to answer!
I started with Cincinnati Bell in Jan, 2000, with a DSL modem for my internet service. A couple of years later, I switched to cable modem internet service, and never again used the DSL modem, although I maintained my ijsp with Cincinnati Bell for email service. Now, 22 years later, I have moved out of state, and Cincinnati Bell is charging me $125 for the 22 year old and very obsolete DSL modem! Only if I can find a CB compatible modem and return it to them will they refund my $125.00 🙁
Hi Robert! This is a common problem we are hearing about from our customers. From our research, it seems like you may not have to replace the modem, but rather the router if you are being billed for current service. I would definitely reach out to your provider to verify the type of equipment that is needed, though.
If it’s a matter of just having forgotten to return the rental device years ago, and them needing it back in order to forgive the balance on your account, I would just ask them what model numbers would be acceptable so that there is no speculation on what they want back from you. Hope you’re able to get it figured out!
-MG Support
I have one at my house I’m pretty sure, ours is a westell dsl router/modem