Actiontec Single Dual-Band Wireless Network Extender and Ethernet Over Coax Adapter (WCB3000N)

Buying a modem was the wrong thing to do.

Sounds like you have verizon fios, so the Verizon device is a router. Verizon routers can send LAN signals out via ethernet, wifi, and coax via a protocol called Moca

Get a Moca adapter. Most just convert from the coax to a single ethernet jack, but if you can live with slower speeds there is a cheap wifi extender/ access point that should give you two Ethernet jacks and 802.11 N WiFi

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FKTMWDE/

$20, it's a great deal

On the Verizon router, you have to make sure coax is enabled for the LAN connections, but if you have verizon TV set top boxes then it's already enabled.

Return the modem, get the device I noted, and good luck, lmk how it goes

I use two of these to create a connection in a space where running cat6 would be difficult but the coax is already there. Works like a charm and they have 2 ethernet ports.

Oh I'm renting as well, but what I did was get wire tracks, and just ran them along my kick boards. It's how the cable was really previously, so I just piggybacked on the coax.

You could always do coax to Ethernet. You'll just need a pair of coax to Ethernet adapters (unless you have FiOS, that's already set up for it, so you just need 1), called moca adapters, and wherever you have a coax cable you can have an access point. The adapters aren't super cheap, usually $200 a pair, but some come with built in wifi, and maybe 2 Ethernet ports.

I got this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TxvuFbFN7NKK5

For something really basic to hardwire a PlayStation and Xbox for better connection. The speeds I get with this are about as fast as I would get from wifi, but it's more consistent than wifi.

You may need to get a filter, but it depends on your cable service, you'll have to ask your internet provider, or look up moca adapter for cable company and see what people have used.

You can get a $20 Moca Adapter:

Actiontec Single Dual-Band Wireless Network Extender and Ethernet Over Coax Adapter (WCB3000N)

connect that to your 'coax' network and it will have an Ethernet port on it that will pull a DHCP Address from the Frontier Router. It probably won't give you gigabit speed, but you won't have to do wifi. You have to have a good coax signal... if you have 5 splitters reducing your signal that might be an issue.... AND the splitters you do have have to be Moca Frequency capable splitters.... but in theory will will work.

I use one of these in my network setup at my house.

No you don't get a single moca adapter. I used to use this https://www.amazon.com/Actiontec-Dual-Band-Wireless-Extender-Ethernet/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ with my roommates and they loved having their own WIFI ssid and the speeds were acceptable for them.

I used this for mine and never had an issue. It’s wireless N if you’re using it for WiFi, but that’s plenty fast enough to use for an xi5/6

I asked because I used one of these for my fios. It gives you wifi and ethernet access. If you have a TV in the room you can just add a splitter to the cable line.

https://www.amazon.com/Actiontec-Dual-Band-Wireless-Extender-Ethernet/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=fios+moca+extender&qid=1606065590&sprefix=Fios+mocha+&sr=8-4

If you have coax hitting multiple rooms in your house but only one modem, look into these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FKTMWDE/

You'll need to login into your modem and see if it can enable MOCA to share the connection, you'll also need to see if your coax connection is properly split to allow multiple connections.

My Model 3's wifi connection use to be super finicky even with seemingly full bars..finally the fix was get a network extender and put it literally right next to the car... Have you tried (even just temporarily) getting a router closer to the car?

Ended up getting this (https://www.amazon.com/Actiontec-Dual-Band-Wireless-Extender-Ethernet/dp/B00FKTMWDE/) network extender which uses coaxial cable rather than ethernet for super cheap (It was only $11 when I bought it)..

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FKTMWDE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

if you are thinking about using MOCA, check these out. Not only will they do the MOCA connection, they are AP's as well.

I had four of these running around the house. Streaming tv’s, and on my main Gaming PC. Actiontec Single Dual-Band Wireless Network Extender and Ethernet Over Coax Adapter (WCB3000N) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3OiyEb2PH6HKY

MoCa is compatible with most comcast systems including my own. You can test if you have it by going to your admin panel website (10.0.0.1) and if you see MoCa by any of the connections you have it. Now if you have Moca you can buy a cheap adapter on amazon I got mine for 20 bucks the brand was actiontec. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iFdlFbXMC9GES Very cheap got mine in January no problems!

Okay so I bought this thinking it was exactly what I needed

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FKTMWDE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

After setup though, it doesn’t seem right.

Ah, my bad. I didn't fully explain why I wanted the extender. I meant to send the previous generation model (which is only 20 dollars) because it has 2 ethernet ports out and is cheaper than the regular Actiontec adapter. Basically, I don't need all the speed from MoCA 2.0 and 2 ethernet ports is nicer than 1, especially when it's cheaper than the bonded adapter (unless I'm being an idiot and missing something)

I had another idea as well after doing some research that I'm not sure it would work. It seems good gets internet via coaxial cable. Could I buy something like this actiontec dual band wireless extender and connect that to the coax port in my apartment and setup a new ssid on that? Or does this bring up similar issues and depends if all the coax ports in the house are connected.

The cheapest ethernet-over-coax are DECA adapters that provide 100 Mbps for $20. However, they interfere with cable television signals.

If you're using FiOS, what you can use depends on setup. If you've got TV service them from, you can't use DECA. However, if your router is connected to coax, it likely uses MoCA and you can use an adapter. Assuming it's an ActionTec router, you might be able to use this $20 ActionTec network extender. (It's a bit confusing, but I think this item is limited to use with MoCA-enabled routers, maybe ActionTec only. That's why it's so cheap compared to others.)

This could work: https://www.amazon.com/Actiontec-Dual-Band-Wireless-Extender-Ethernet/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=actiontec&qid=1598962742&sr=8-7

I'm currently using this at home. It is supposed to work as a MOCA "extender" but it also works as an AP by plug in an Ethernet cable. It also has a 2.4 and 5GHz bands.

I bought this device when I had Fios. It worked over Moca out of the box with the Verizon equipment.

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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_aRlMEb80BGXZP

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Not sure if you could reuse the one you've got as it might create issues with the network.

Buy this https://www.amazon.com/Actiontec-Dual-Band-Wireless-Extender-Ethernet/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=Mocha+extender&qid=1579719313&sr=8-6

It's Moca, they seem to be time warner left overs. No updates are available, but they work well enough.

https://www.amazon.com/Actiontec-Dual-Band-Wireless-Extender-Ethernet/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=moca+adapter&qid=1586359480&sr=8-7

802.11n WiFi Network Extender with MoCA WCB3000N

https://www.actiontec.com/products/home-networking/wcb3000n/

I got this one and connected it with an all-in-one modem gateway that supports MoCa. It works very well. Although the download bandwith speed it limited to 60mbps, I think because this is older MoCA 1.1 spec and it uses n 5Ghz. There's a newer model that has ac wifi and MoCA 2.0 but it costs $160. If your current modem doesn't support MoCA, you can just buy two of these or one of these for next to your modem. This system works better than mesh WiFi or powerline adapters and works well if you already have Coax wired through your house.

Ideally you would want to wire in the computers into the network. Put the modem in the office of whoever does the most intensive things on the network. (Online gaming, uploading large files, etc.) And get a MoCA adapter for the other room. I recommend this one. The wifi isn't the best but it's only $20. I can pull up to 200mbps on one of these in my old ass house so you might be able to get more than me if you have a newer construction. Get a MoCA filter like this one and install it where your cable comes in. It has to be before any splitter, device, etc or else it won't work.

All of this is assuming you have a MoCA enabled modem. If you have an XB6 (the grey one) or an XB7 (the white one) you should have MoCA.

MoCA should be enabled by default but if it isn't shoot me a message or reply and I'll help you out.

This is what I was referring to.

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https://www.amazon.com/Actiontec-Dual-Band-Wireless-Extender-Ethernet/dp/B00FKTMWDE

Powerline ethernet: https://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-Powerline-Pass-Through-TL-PA9020P-KIT/dp/B01H74VKZU/ref=sr_1_4?crid=41OZVKP0PS4Z&dchild=1&keywords=powerline+ethernet+adapter&qid=1591332935&sprefix=powerline+%2Caps%2C205&sr=8-4

MoCA: https://www.amazon.com/Actiontec-Dual-Band-Wireless-Extender-Ethernet/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=MoCA+adapter&qid=1591333034&sr=8-4

So after I switch to gigabit internet, I would like to connect a network extender to the coax wall jack in my room. Can I just connect the coax wall jack to this network extender or would I need to buy these Ethernet to Coax adapters and connect them to my network extender as well. I don't have any cable tv or anything and I don't know if that changes anything.

I can’t believe I haven’t seen anyone talk about MOCA! That stands for multimedia-over-coaxial. There are boxes that start around $20 that can support 100Mbps networking, and they can definitely get faster depending on your budget for it. So long as your router supports it (full list here: http://www.mocalliance.org/products/index.htm ) they are pretty much plug-and-play right into the coaxial port. Mine personally functions as an Ethernet port for my PC and a WiFi extender for one half of my house. The box I bought is available here: Actiontec Single Dual-Band Wireless Network Extender and Ethernet Over Coax Adapter (WCB3000N) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jUkHEb9T0X580

Also sorry if my formatting is bad, I’m on mobile.

What you can try is getting the extender first. I think this one should work. Actiontec Single Dual-Band Wireless Network Extender and Ethernet Over Coax Adapter (WCB3000N) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FKTMWDE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qhfvEb9QQYCK9

If you start having stability issues or dead spots then add on an eero system like this. Introducing Amazon eero mesh WiFi system - router for whole-home coverage (3-pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WMLPSRL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_mrfvEbZRV9MXW

You could also just get two but the 3 pack is a better deal. Introducing Amazon eero mesh WiFi router https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WGJ8ZD3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ysfvEbB8QX6GC

They go on sale pretty frequently. I have seen the 3 pack for $170 to $199 several times. Also, refurbs show up also that are discounted but work fine.

What you would do is plug the first one into the Verizon router and set it up in bridge mode. Once that’s done, add the second one and third. They are easier because you just extend the existing network. Plug the ethernet cable into the AP extender and it should switch to back haul automatically. I would do download tests before and after to see if you get much of a difference.

I like the pro models, but they cost more and probably don’t really give that much more. I just got a good deal on some refurbs during Black Friday.