What is Broadcast Basic
I don't really pay attention to my Optimum bill, but I decided to take a look today and saw I am being charged around $10 for Broadcast Basic under TV. What exactly is this? I only use Optimum for...
View ArticleOptimum 10 is back?
Most interesting for us bottom end users and cheapskates https://www.optimum.com/home-internet-service/speed https://www.optimum.com/home-internet-service I thought they were phasing 10 out, but I...
View ArticleWill this ARRIS Surfboard SB6141 Work with Optimum?
Getting sick of paying for modem fees, and saw this deal on Arris Surfboard SB6141 Docsis 3.0, anyone know if this modem will work with Optimum services? And how difficult would it be to get one set...
View ArticleSPLIT from Answers to Both Speed Upgrades and Modem Fee
There is no more Cablevision. As pointed out in previous threads Cablevision no longer exists. If your going to flame a company at least use it's correct name. Altice not Cablevision is responsible for...
View Article[OOL] Optimum 20
After having received a February 2017 bill insert stating that Optimum 20 internet service was available in certain areas, I contacted Customer Service to inquire about its availability in my area. The...
View ArticleDVR Question
I am sure the "coming from FIOS, what should I expect" question has been floating around, but I have one specific question. When we had Optimum (2014?), the DVR service was new, and with that, it was...
View ArticleUpcoming Channel Notices
Along with the $4.95 modem fee, I received the following channel updates: As of August 25, Nick Music, Channel 188, will no longer be available. As of August 25, BET Soul, Channel 189, will no longer...
View ArticleSlow speeds on Optimum 100
Recently I've been getting 60-69 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, before I was getting 100+ Mbps download. What could be causing this? http://i.imgur.com/9eAEi10.png http://i.imgur.com/l6y036m.png
View ArticleCan I sell these?
Hi Long story short like a year ago at a tech visit a tech left an extra ac router that's been laying around, I don't think the company knows. Also like 3 months ago I upgraded to Optimum 200 and the...
View Article[OOL] Setting up Optimum service for someone else
I have a friend who's moving into a new house, and he asked me how to set up the Optimum service there, and also avoid the modem fee etc. He also wants the $70 package that's TV, 200/35, and voice....
View ArticleOptimum left message offering appt to bring new modem?
Had an odd message today from Optimum CS. They said "they noticed" that I wasn't getting the best speed and asked I call and make an appointment so they can bring and install a better modem. It just...
View ArticleSilently upgraded to 60/25
Just noticed this when I was downloading something from Vimeo... While I would have preferred going straight to 100 Mb/s, this is a good start. IIRC, I'm on the Morristown system/region. I've had 4...
View Article[OOL] 16+ Channels Down - Official Thread
16 channels down on my node in the Morris system as of August 5th.
View Article[OOL] Got "Thank You" 100 Mbps promotion letter. I'm 400/40 though?
so i got this in my email. If i was Optimum 60, then yea, it would make sense. But it doesn't, i'm 400/40. Just curious if anyone else got this and is getting this speed boost that's specific to...
View ArticleMotorola 16x4 Cable Modem, Model MB7420
Motorola 16x4 Cable Modem, Model MB7420 will this modem work with Optimum on line? Thanks!
View Article[OOL] ARRIS SB6183 firmware update?
Just bought a SB6183, no problems setting it up and getting it running with optimum. But it didn't come with the firmware that allows you to turn the device lights off. I've waited a few hours to see...
View ArticleNew combo box over at Cablevision
CSR told me that starting in the new year they will have a box that does TV,Modem,phone, router all in one.... I might be late to the party on this.. The Rep showed me a online photo of but but it was...
View ArticleWhich Modem Do You Recommend for Optimum Online?
I just got my bill that includes a $5 surcharge for rental of a model I've had for years. Thanks Altice! While they have their CS rep nicely reminding me I got a free speed increase I didn't ask for...
View ArticlePUMA 6 - Modems to Avoid
http://www.overclock.net/t/1618653/do-not-buy-these-modems-all-puma6-based-they-are-all-defective-with-no-real-fix-in-sight I don't know if it includes all puma 6 modems but it's a fairly extensive...
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