Motorola SURFboard® Cable Modem SB5101
Get to your favorite Web sites quickly, download graphics with unbelievable ease, and enjoy real-time interactive PC gaming and expand console gaming with broadband Internet access from the cable modem market leader — Motorola.
With the next-generation SURFboard SB5101 cable modem, you're compatible with today's broadband Internet — and ready for the future, too. When your cable service provider upgrades to a DOCSIS® 2.0 network system, you'll surf the Internet at as much as 30 Mbps — 3 times faster than earlier modems!
With Ethernet and USB connectivity, installation couldn't be simpler. A convenient stand-by button provides hassle-free security by disengaging from the PC without disconnecting from the cable network. Troubleshooting is a breeze too, thanks to front panel status indicator LEDs and an online diagnostics page.
Once you've experienced broadband powered by Motorola, you'll never want to go back to dial up again! Get onto the cable pipeline today with the powerful, convenient, flexible and simple to install SURFboard SB5101 cable modem.
Specifications
Modem Type:
Cable
Form Factor:
External
Interface:
Ethernet, USB
Modem Speed:
10/100 Mbps
Detailed Features
A Closer Look
Features
Always on, always connected
Installs easily in just four steps
User-friendly online diagnostics page
No additional software required
Slim vertical design saves desk space
USB or Ethernet connectivity — simplifies installation, enhances versatility
Capable of downloading up to 100 times faster than traditional 28.8k analog phone modems*
No telephone line needed
When connected to a DOCSIS 2.0 cable network, capable of up to 30 Mbps upstream capacity — that's 3 times faster than our previous models
Real-time gaming access
Specially designed architecture — allows for future upgrades
Top-mounted stand by switch — disconnects the USB and Ethernet connection to the computer without disconnecting the cable modem from the RF network
CableLabs® DOCSIS® 1.1 and 2.0 Certified
Latest Owner Reviews
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REVIEW BY: Scott Reviewed
Oct 04, 2008
My old modem started locking up when I upgraded to 16mb. I bought this one to replace it and it has been working perfectly. I just plugged it in and it worked. How refreshing!
REVIEW BY: Reviewed
Jul 06, 2008
I have the nearly identical SB5120 (sligtly different chipset) which works great...only problem is the button on top can get jammed if treated badly...I have it mounted upside down now so that the button hangs free, otherwise it can get into a state where the lights attempt to connect but they really cain't...
REVIEW BY: Geowil Reviewed
May 07, 2008
so far so good. installed it last night got Cox to add it to my account and it seems to be doing fine.
REVIEW BY: Echizen Reviewed
Mar 31, 2008
My old modem was a D-link modem I bought from best buy, first cable modem I ever owned. It got quite hot during normal usage, and after a few weeks of heavy upload and download, it actually gave me Denial of Service. I thought my cable company had actually put a cap on my account. I ended up buying this modem after it got a lot worse, I was having to power cycle my modem every few days. This modem is TOTALLY AMAZING! Never an issue. Stays cool (don't make me get out the liquid cooling), functions above and beyond extreme, and initializes faster than my old one. As the other reviews say, buy this without fear or hesitation.
REVIEW BY: skrillserr Reviewed
Nov 21, 2007
This modem comes standard with cable internet in my area, but I've tried several others and this is by far the best. Blazing fast downloads AND uploads. Recommended.
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Motorola SURFboard DOCSIS 2.0 Cable Modem
$64.99
Manufactured by:
Motorola Mfg Part No:
SB5101 UPC No:
612572139967 Box Size:
( Length:
10, Width:
8, Depth:
3 )
Shipping Weight:
2.0000 pound(s)
Limited Warranty:
12 months parts;
12 months labor
Click here for full warranty and support information
Limited Warranty: A full text version of the limited warranty
may be obtained by mailing a self addressed, stamped envelope to the
address below and requesting the warranty for item number:
M151-2234
TigerDirect.com Warranty Information
7795 W. Flagler St. Suite 35
Miami, FL. 33144
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