Motorola SURFboard SB5120

SURFboard SB5120 Cable Modem - Plug and Play

Author's Rating:

Pros: Super simple installation, solid reliable connection.

Cons: External device - additional unit that need AC plug-in and extra wires and cables.

Bottom Line:
Mindlessly simple installation and a solid reliable cable connection. USB and Ethernet cables included. Read More

The Motorola SURFboard SB5120 Cable Modem

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Pros: works right out of the box, easy to set up, space saver, works great

Cons: none

Bottom Line:
This is a great cable modem, because it is easy to set up and easy to put to use by even the most novice of computer users. Read More

Surf-Boarding on the Internet

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Pros: Fast downloads, simple setup, "stand-by" switch, easy to read status indicator lights

Cons: At $79 sticker price, this unit is not cheap.

Bottom Line:
The Motorola SB5120 is fast, easy to install, features easy to read indicators, and small upright footprint; it is worth your consideration if you need a new cable modem. Read More

Best option for the time being...

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Pros: DOCSIS 2.0 compatible. As reliable as cable modems can be.

Cons: Two year warranty (when purchased retail). Issues with USB on older computers.

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A very good, reliable, proven, inexpensive, DOCSIS 2.0 compatible modem. Read More

I imagined all the wrong things! It was the modem!

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Pros: Works perfectly! Sensible light configuration and Manual Pause button.

Cons: I have yet to encounter one.

Bottom Line:
A great modem at a great price after $60. in rebates from Circuit City. Docsis compliant all the way to 2.0. Small footprint and no-sweat installation. Read More

Much Better With Vonage VOIP

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Pros: easy installation, better connectivity, looks good in black

Cons: none so far

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I highly recommend this cable modem for anyone in the market for an upgrade. Especially if you use any VOIP telephone services. Read More

3.5X Speed Improvement over Toshiba Docsis 1.1 Modem

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Pros: If you have a Docsis 1.1 modem, pitch it in favor of this.

Cons: $60 cost beyond the crazy cable modem monthly fee!

Bottom Line:
Given all that we pay for cable internet service, we might as well get our money's worth on bandwidth, and this does it. Read More

Upgraded from the SB4100

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Pros: Dramatic improvement over original equipment cable modems... simple to install, small profile.

Cons: I had a hard time finding a local retailer with any in stock..

Amazing Speed Improvement over DOCSIS 1.1

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Pros: Amazing speed improvement over a DOCSIS 1.1 cablemodem.

Cons: I'd prefer blue indicator lights to match my Motorola Home Monitor.

Highly recommended for faster connections

Author's Rating:

Pros: 2+x faster then my old modem. Much better troubleshooting and diagnostic information. Easy setup.

Cons: Package not great for wall mounting.