Provider support
ARRIS says SURFboard modems are tested and qualified by Cox, Comcast Xfinity and Charter Spectrum, and to confirm support with your provider.
ARRIS SURFboard S33 DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem
A DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem for plans up to 2.5Gbps, with one 2.5Gb and one 1Gb Ethernet port. It needs a separate router for Wi-Fi.
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S33 cable modem, no built-in Wi-Fi
S33 cable modem, no built-in Wi-Fi
What works. What doesn't.
Plan speed
Rated for cable plans up to 2.5Gbps.
Ports
One 2.5Gbps and one 1Gbps Ethernet port. No Wi-Fi and no phone service.
Setup
We have not documented activation steps for specific providers.
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