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Zoom 42M External Cable Modem
Zoom 42M External Cable Modem

Zoom 42M External Cable Modem

Zoom 42M External Cable Modem
4.5 stars
( 95 reviews)
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64.99Works with wired, wireless or VOIP accessUp to 42MbpsEthernet interfaceZoom 42M External Cable Modemhttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0196086_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0196086_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0196086/Zoom-42M-External-Cable-Modem/product_664098Zoom 42M External Cable Modem4.595

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Can be used wired, wireless or with VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) access.

  • Works with wired, wireless or VOIP access
  • Up to 42Mbps
  • Ethernet interface
  • Includes both USB and Ethernet cables
  • May be positioned either vertically or horizontally
  • 5-year mfr. limited warranty

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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Zoom Telephonics Zoom 42M External Cable Modem
 
4.4

(based on 95 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (51)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (35)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (3)

96%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to setup (88)
  • Fast connection (85)
  • Reliable connection (81)

Cons

  • Slow connection (3)

Best Uses

  • Surfing the web (76)
  • Networking (40)
  • Heavy downloading (30)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Budget shopper (49), Quality oriented (44)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (84), Business (9)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Simple and fast

Bought this when the second leased modem from Comcast gave it up. Installation on a home network with a Linksys WRT54GL router was no problem at all. Unlike the original leased Motorola or the ...Read complete review

Bought this when the second leased modem from Comcast gave it up. Installation on a home network with a Linksys WRT54GL router was no problem at all. Unlike the original leased Motorola or the replacement leased RCA/Thomson, the Zoom doesn't provide a status page that can be viewed in a browser to show errors and warnings, but that's not very important for me.

VS

Most Liked Negative Review

 

Any network port in a storm.

Nearing EOL (End of Life) and obsolescence as Comcast moves on to offering faster speeds, when they force digital TV on all subscribers to free-up bandwidth. You might get 2 years out of ...Read complete review

Nearing EOL (End of Life) and obsolescence as Comcast moves on to offering faster speeds, when they force digital TV on all subscribers to free-up bandwidth. You might get 2 years out of it before wanting/needing to upgrade. At this EOL point, I would've expected to get a DOCSIS 3 MoDem for the price.My DOCSIS 1 MoDem died & my spare DOCSIS 1, being already EOL, Comcast wouldn't support installation of another MAC address. They DID support the old one right up until it died and, a friend's is going strong as well so, if your DOCSIS 1 is still working good enough for you, don't give it up just yet.Bought in desperation at Staples, after pricing them online and in another store, 'cause I had an inkjet recycling checque, [...]Unless you REALLY need one today, wait for DOCSIS 3 to become the only option and drop in price.

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4/29/2008

(27 of 27 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Simple and fast

By Steve

from Saint John, IN

About Me Value Oriented

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Comcast compatible
  • Easy To Setup
  • Fast Connection

Cons

  • None so far

Best Uses

  • Heavy Downloading
  • Networking
  • Surfing The Web

Comments about Zoom Telephonics Zoom 42M External Cable Modem:

Bought this when the second leased modem from Comcast gave it up. Installation on a home network with a Linksys WRT54GL router was no problem at all. Unlike the original leased Motorola or the replacement leased RCA/Thomson, the Zoom doesn't provide a status page that can be viewed in a browser to show errors and warnings, but that's not very important for me.

  • Primary use:
  • Personal

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(27 of 27 customers found this review helpful)

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3/7/2008

(14 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Very glad I bought it.

By Terry

from Oceanside, CA

About Me Value Oriented

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy To Setup
  • Fast Connection
  • Reliable Connection

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Networking
    • Surfing The Web

    Comments about Zoom Telephonics Zoom 42M External Cable Modem:

    So far I haven't had a single problem, never tried this brand before but I'm glad I got it.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (14 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

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    10/21/2008

    (10 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Good product, good price

    By Cureboy

    from Morganton, NC

    About Me Value Oriented

    Pros

    • Easy To Setup
    • Fast Connection
    • Reliable Connection

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Surfing The Web

      Comments about Zoom Telephonics Zoom 42M External Cable Modem:

      I just bought this modem this morning at my local Staples and it was a breeze to set up. I didn't use the usb setup option so I didn't have to install any of the software that came with it. I already noticed a large difference in speed as compared to the WebStar modem I was using that was supplied by Charter. (that modem kept getting disconnected as well) So far I have already been able to download music, surf the net, and watch an entire movie on Netflix without any disconnections. If you are on a budget and want a good connection to internet then this modem is the one for you.

      • Primary use:
      • Personal

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (10 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

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      10/28/2009

      (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Easy to istall and works fine

      By Bosus

      from Williamsport. PA

      About Me Value Oriented

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Setup
      • Fast Connection
      • Reliable Connection

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Heavy Downloading
        • Networking
        • Surfing The Web

        Comments about Zoom Telephonics Zoom 42M External Cable Modem:

        The Zoom cable modem is a great buy at the price, much lower than Motorola, and it is simple to install, works like a charm and comes with a 5 year warranty. You (or at least, I did) have to call Comcast to verify the Mac address of the modem, but that was simple, also, with great tech support on their end. 5 stars.

        • Primary use:
        • Personal

        (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

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        9/9/2009

        (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Worked great with Charter High Speed

        By Larry the Cable Guy

        from North Wilkesboro, NC

        About Me Value Oriented

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Setup
        • Fast Connection
        • Reliable Connection

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Surfing The Web

          Comments about Zoom Telephonics Zoom 42M External Cable Modem:

          Out of the box, connected cables and system came right up without any configuring. Does what a cable modem is supposed to.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

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          7/16/2008

          (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Good modem for price

          By Lou

          from Londonderry, NH

          About Me Quality Oriented

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Setup
          • Fast Connection
          • Reliable Connection

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Surfing The Web

            Comments about Zoom Telephonics Zoom 42M External Cable Modem:

            Just had to call comcast to give them the MAC address and serial number and was up and surfing. Replaced old Motorola that had died and is much faster.

            • Primary use:
            • Personal

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

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