TWC Modem Rental Fee

aboroth00
aboroth00 Posts: 1,106
edited November 2013 in The Clubhouse
I just realized TWC in Socal has been charging me a modem rental fee these past couple months for 6$ under my nose! That's utterly bogus! It was free last time I checked, the way it should be. It's outrageous they're charging that much for something that costs 50 bucks. Well then, I'm just going to buy my own. Anyone know which modem to purchase for compatibility? Or any would do?
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited November 2013
    I have TWC internet here in Kansas City. They have a list of compatible modems on their website. I just ordered the top of the line Motorola Surfboard modem from Newegg which was on sale for around $80.
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  • 98Badger
    98Badger Posts: 317
    edited November 2013
    I bought my own modem when i noticed the same issue. TWC had a list of approved modems. I picked up a Motorola like dkg999. I would check the TWC webste for the list or give them a call. I noticed my bill dropped about $10.
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  • aboroth00
    aboroth00 Posts: 1,106
    edited November 2013
    Thanks for the tip guys. I picked up a Moto SB 6141 so I'll be futureproof for the foreseeable future.
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  • Upstatemax
    Upstatemax Posts: 2,685
    edited November 2013
    I have a Motorola Surfboard DOCSIS 3.0 modem hooked up to my TWC. Has worked great for years (except the built in wifi), plus I see faster speeds than the TWC supplied modem.

    I think I was charged about $9/month at the time that I just picked my own up.
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