Upcoming 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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...
View Article[OOL] The truth finally surfaced
For several months OOL has "guaranteed" that I would not be charged for a modem fee as the modem has been sitting under my desk for 8 years costing them nothing. Now I find out that they simply lied!...
View ArticleSPLIT - wired router brand
off topic: I need a new wired router (don't want wifi), for basic internet does it matter which brand I choose?
View Article[OOL] Surfboard 6183 Internet Unstable
Ever since I purchased and activated my Motorola Surfboard 6183 my Internet has become unstable. I have needed to reboot either the Modem or Router on a regular basis. This is making me almost regret...
View ArticleOptimum installation after Direct TV
I just switched from Directv to Optimum for TV, internet and phone. The installer was having a hard time hooking up my infrared to the optimum boxes in my closet. I am not an expert in this field, but...
View Article[OOL] VPN Throttled?
Does OOL know when someone is using a VPN service? Does OOL slow down their internet speed if finding an active VPN?
View Article[Optimum Voice] port telephone AWAY from Optimum
If I port my telephone number away from Optimum, will Optimum cleanly release the number without trying to impose any fees or limits? I know they "SHOULD" do that but am just wondering if anybody has...
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