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Motorola MG7550 - Modem with Built in WiFi | Approved for Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Spectrum | For Plans Up to 300 Mbps | DOCSIS 3.0 + AC1900 WiFi Router | Power Boost Enabled
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Brand | Motorola |
Model Name | MG7550 |
Special Feature | Beamforming, Wps |
Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
Wireless Communication Standard | 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11ac, 802.11g |
Compatible Devices | Tablet, Smartphone |
Frequency | 5 GHz |
Recommended Uses For Product | Security |
Included Components | Cable, Power Adapter, User Manual, Warranty, Tools, Router |
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi, Ethernet |
About this item
- 16x4 DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem plus a built-in AC1900 Dual Band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) WiFi Gigabit Router with four Gigabit (GigE) Ethernet ports, a firewall DFS, Power Boost, and more. This product is recommended for actual cable Internet service speeds up to 375 Mbps. A Broadcom cable modem chipset provides security from Denial of Service attacks. WiFi performance is exceptionally good, even in multi-dwelling units with lots of WiFi noise from neighbors. DFS and Power Boost are key
- Requires cable Internet service. Approved by and for use with Comcast Xfinity and Xfinity X1, Cox, Charter Spectrum, Time Warner Cable, Suddenlink, WOW., CableOne and other cable service providers. Eliminate cable modem rental fees up to 156 dollars per year. (Savings are shown for Xfinity and vary by cable service provider. No cable modem is compatible with fiber optic, DSL, or satellite services from Verizon, AT&T, CenturyLink, Frontier, and others. Model MG7550 has no phone jack.)
- Built-in high-speed Wi-Fi router with AC1900 Wi-Fi, and Power Boost, and DFS provides Internet access for Wi-Fi devices including smartphones, notebooks, tablets, game stations, HDTVs, Amazon Echo, Google Home, Chromecast, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and AppleTV. Four 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports provide wired connections to Windows and Mac computers, HDTVs, game stations, streaming TV devices, and other Ethernet-capable devices.
- Wireless Power Boost adds high-performance WiFi power amplifiers to boost the wireless signals to the legal limit, giving a significant boost in speed and range. The router can work on WiFi DFS frequencies, unlike most routers, so it is much less vulnerable to WiFi interference from neighbors. In addition, AnyBeam beamforming at both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies focuses the signal on wireless clients to further enhance performance and range.
- Integrating the cable modem and router creates a reliable connection that reduces unwieldy wiring and power adapter clutter while conserving desk space. The vertical design minimizes shelf space and improves cooling while looking great in any home or office. A two-year warranty plus rugged lightning and power surge circuits protect your investment.
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Easy to install | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.7 |
WiFi signal | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
Tech Support | 3.7 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 3.9 |
Easy to use | 4.3 | — | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.4 | — |
User interface | — | — | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
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connectivity tech | Ethernet, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB, Coaxial | Wifi, Two (2) 10/100/1000 LAN Gigabit Ethernet ports with auto-sensing technology, One (1) USB 2.0 port | Ethernet | Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet | Wi-Fi, Ethernet |
number of ports | 4 | 2 | — | 3 | 6 | 5 |
data transfer rate | 300.0 megabits per second, 686.0 megabits per second | 300 megabits per second | 1600 megabits per second | 800 megabits per second | 1900 megabits per second | 1200 megabits per second |
wireless standard | 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B | 802 11 AC | 802 11 AC | 802 11 AX | 802 11 AC | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B |
frequency band class | dual band | dual band | dual band | dual band | dual band | dual band |
lan port bandwidth | 10/100/1000 megabits per second | Gigabit Ethernet | — | 10/100 megabits per second | 10/100 megabits per second | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
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Compatible with Most Cable ProvidersCertified by Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Charter Spectrum, and other cable providers.*† * Not compatible with Verizon, AT&T, CenturyLink, and other fiber optic, satellite, or DSL services. † This cable modem/router does not have telephone jacks for the support of voice calls. |
Fast Internet SpeedFor other service providers, supported service speeds are similar to Comcast. |
Connect All Your DevicesThe built-in router provides high-speed shared Internet access to smartphones, HDTVs, computers, tablets, game stations, streaming media devices, and other Ethernet and WiFi devices. |
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Wireless WiFi Power BoostPower Boost technology amplifies the wireless signal to the limit set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to deliver higher WiFi speeds and extend the WiFi range. |
BeamformingAnyBeam WiFi beamforming at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz focuses the wireless signal on your wireless devices to further enhance wireless performance. |
Clean and EasyIntegrating the modem and router saves space, reduces wires and power cubes, and provides a single user interface. |
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Product Type (This table only includes cable modems with a built-in WiFi router) | 8x4 Cable Modem plus N450 WiFi Router | 16x4 Cable Modem plus AC1600 WiFi Router | 16x4 Cable Modem plus AC1900 WiFi Router | 24x8 Cable Modem plus AC1900 WiFi Router | Cable Modem plus AC1900 WiFi Router plus Phone Service |
DOCSIS 3.0 Channel Bonding | 8x4 | 16x4 | 16x4 | 24x8 | 24x8 |
Certified for These Cable Internet Services. Typically Works with Many Others. | Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Spectrum, Sparklight (CableOne), WOW! | Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Spectrum, Sparklight (CableOne) | Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Spectrum, Suddenlink, WOW!, Sparklight (CableOne) | Comcast Xfinity, Cox | Comcast Xfinity (Exclusively for Xfinity, not other cable services.) |
Recommended by Comcast Xfinity for Internet Service This Speed Tier or Below | 200 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 600 Mbps | 600 Mbps |
Maximum Internet Download Speed (Actual speeds are lower) | 343 Mbps | 686 Mbps | 686 Mbps | 1000+ Mbps | 1000+ Mbps |
Built-in WiFi Router | N450 3x3, Power Boost | AC1600 3x3 / 2x2, Dual Band, Beamforming, DFS | AC1900 3x3, Dual Band, Power Boost, Beamforming, DFS | AC1900 3x3, Dual Band, Power Boost, Beamforming | AC1900 3x3, Dual Band, Power Boost, Beamforming |
WiFi Power Boost for Extended Range and Faster WiFi | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Gigabit Ethernet Ports | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Telephone Ports (for Xfinity Voice) | No | No | No | No | Yes |
Is There a No-Router Version of This Product? | Yes, MB7220 (8x4 Cable Modem) | Yes, MB7420 (16x4 Cable Modem) | Yes, MB7420 (16x4 Cable Modem) | Yes, MB7621 (24x8 Cable Modem) | Yes, MB7621 (24x8 Cable Modem) |
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Technical Details
Brand | Motorola |
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Series | MG7550 |
Item model number | MG7550 |
Item Weight | 2.65 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 10.9 x 10.2 x 2.8 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 10.9 x 10.2 x 2.8 inches |
Color | Black |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. |
Manufacturer | Motorola |
ASIN | B01JGT2JI6 |
Country of Origin | Vietnam |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 1, 2016 |
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4.4 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #1,124 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) #11 in Modem Router Combos |
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Customers like the value, performance and ease of use of the router. For example, they mention it's well worth what it costs, has outstanding performance and that it pretty much set itself up automatically. Customers are also satisfied with connectivity, and quality. That said, opinions are mixed on range, compatibility, and signal strength.
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Customers like the performance of the modem-router. For example, they say it's outstanding, very happy with the performance, and impressed with the speeds. They say the moded is combined with a smooth operation router with power boost. They also say the signal is good in the whole house, and the transfer rates were significantly improved. Setup was a breeze, and it has much better wifi transmission than the Xfinity.
"...house could easily pick up the wireless signal, and transfer rates were significantly improved.Set up was a breeze...." Read more
"...equivalent nearby WiFi download speeds (273 Mbps), improved speeds two rooms away (77 Mbps), and actually reached a far-away bedroom that the..." Read more
"...Much Faster. I went from 20-40 Mbps down using my old 5g network to 225 Mbps down\10Mbps up using the ethernet port on this unit with a 25' cable...." Read more
"Easy hook up and works great with a smart TV. Saved money getting it. I now don't have a bunch of other things hooked up to the TV...." Read more
Customers find the Motorola Cable Modem easy to set up and use. They say the interface is easy to navigate and set, and the instructions are clear. The modem pretty much sets itself up automatically, making it a snap to hook up. Customers also say that changing settings is easy at the online Motorola log-in site.
"...Really, really nice touch. The interface makes it a pleasure to use, the first time I can ever say that of a router, and I've set up plenty of them..." Read more
"...The instructions that came in the package were clear and easy to follow except that Comcast/Xfinity now has an easy-to-use app that you must..." Read more
"...So far this Motorola combo unit has been:Easy to install...." Read more
"Easy hook up and works great with a smart TV. Saved money getting it. I now don't have a bunch of other things hooked up to the TV...." Read more
Customers like the value of the networking router. For example, they say it's well worth what it costs, a good investment, and the best performance/cost for cable modem. Some mention that it doubled their previous speeds and that there was no rental fee.
"...It is well worth what it costs!" Read more
"...I know there are faster routers available, but for the price this is great. So liberating. Everything can be streamed at highest res and ping is low...." Read more
"Easy hook up and works great with a smart TV. Saved money getting it. I now don't have a bunch of other things hooked up to the TV...." Read more
"...The price was fair. Best of all, it took less than 30 minutes to install and activate. It's simple - easy to work with...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the router. They mention that it's rock solid, reliable, and functional. They appreciate the built-in help and the boost it provides.
"...So, great wireless coverage, lots of options, wonderful interface with built-in help make this easily a five-star rating...." Read more
"...So liberating. Everything can be streamed at highest res and ping is low...." Read more
"...lord help us a time with NO wifi! Motorola has a winner here, good quality modem combined with a smooth operation router with power boost - good..." Read more
"...I guess technically it does cover the house, but it's so weak as you get further away from the modem that I had to spend another $200 on a mesh..." Read more
Customers like the connectivity of the router. They say it has been great, speed is great, and WiFi is steady. They also say the wired connection on their Xbox one is flawless. They mention that there are no issues logging into the modem to change settings or check device IPs. Customers also say that it is convenient to have extra connections, and that it's compatible with Suddenlink.
"...this unit and got it initialized, the entire house could easily pick up the wireless signal, and transfer rates were significantly improved...." Read more
"...My FireTV is blasting crazy fast now with no connection issues on WiFi...." Read more
"Does not come with a coaxial cable fyi" Read more
"...WiFi signal is better than my last modem. Zero issues logging into the modem to change settings or check device IPs. It was very easy to setup...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the signal strength of the router. Some mention that it provides good WiFi signal to multiple devices to connect to the cable internet, while others say that it starts giving spotty connection randomly.
"...So, great wireless coverage, lots of options, wonderful interface with built-in help make this easily a five-star rating...." Read more
"...The modem literally went bad this evening...." Read more
"...Everything can be streamed at highest res and ping is low. The 5g signal is strong all throughout a 2 story 2+2 house, with the unit placed in the..." Read more
"...combined with a smooth operation router with power boost - good signal in the whole house...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the range of the router. Some mention that it has an amazing range, while others say that the signal strength is extremely hampered by drywall and floor boards. Some say that it reaches their whole house almost flawlessly, while other say that its not as big as they read on the description.
"...Easy enough to install.ONE box instead Router AND ModemBetter range." Read more
"...The range is outrageous! My house is approx 28,000 sq and I get the 5G throughout and outside and the 2.4 reaches my entire property of 3 acres...." Read more
"...I do agree with another reviewer that signal strength is a bit weak; I have a wood-frame 2-story house, and only get 2 WiFi bars upstairs..." Read more
"...No problems for so far. The networks do not disappear. The range is excellent. The Speeds are consistent and fast...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the compatibility of the router. Some mention that it works with Comcast/Xfinity, Orbitel Cable systems, and everything else. However, others say that it's not compatible with their service and can't handle multiple devices well.
"...For likes I have covered security: no security holes, and unit can use all 16 channels - what more can I say a excellent combo unit...." Read more
"...Simply not compatible. Be warned if you are considering this unit...." Read more
"...items using the network, doesn't have any issues and this seems compatible with everything we've tried to hookup...." Read more
"...a top tier router/modem/gateway, and should be forward compatible with any cable service. The included wi-fi router is fast and strong...." Read more
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Set up was a breeze. I simply plugged it into a/c power, connected my cable line to it, and turned it on. After waiting about five minutes or so, I connected a computer directly to the router with an Ethernet cable, and when I opened up a browser, it automatically took me to my cable company's activation page. I logged in to my cable company's page, and that activated the unit. From that point on, I was connected to the Internet via the router.
The only next step was to set up a wireless network, which was also easy. I used the web browser again, went to the router's address (given on the instructions page) logged in with the default credentials (also on the login page), and named a new wireless network with a password, selected "save," and that was it!
Here's a neat little trick. You can easily set up two wireless networks, one at 2.4GHz and one at 5.0GHz. If you put "2.4" and "5.0" at the end of the name of each of the two networks, you can easily log into the wireless system of your choice. (2.4GHz networks are sometimes impacted by microwave ovens, etc., so it's nice to have a separate 5.0GHz network set up separately: so, if you set up two wireless networks with different names, one ending in "2.4" and the other ending in "5.0," doing so FORCES your client, i.e, the computer or tablet, etc., to connect at 5.0GHz if you select that network. Nifty!) You can set individual specifications (bandwidth, power, etc.) for each wireless network once you have the networks established.
That leads me to another thing about this router that is very nice. The web interface on this router is actually pleasant to look at and is laid out so that you don't have to be a networking expert to customize settings. There is help available for most every setting, and if you hover your mouse over an option, a pop-up window comes up and explains the setting. Really, really nice touch. The interface makes it a pleasure to use, the first time I can ever say that of a router, and I've set up plenty of them over the years. It makes the Arris router I was using look like it came from the Stone Age.
So, great wireless coverage, lots of options, wonderful interface with built-in help make this easily a five-star rating. It is well worth what it costs!
After almost four years of renting a relatively old Comcast/Xfinity cable-modem/router, rental fees totaled more than $500. I purchased this Motorola cable-modem/router for $116 during a lightning deal. This cost will be recovered after 9 months. The 5 GHz band provided equivalent nearby WiFi download speeds (273 Mbps), improved speeds two rooms away (77 Mbps), and actually reached a far-away bedroom that the prior cable-modem/router did not. I already have a TP-Link AX1500 booster which I still needed and now have the highest WiFi download speeds I have ever seen (67 Mbps) from the farthest corner of my house. This required changing the booster to use the 5 GHz band from the new cable-modem/router and using its 5 GHz output band. Download speeds were measured using one of our Windows laptops.
It was relatively easy to install the new Motorola cable-modem/router. The instructions that came in the package were clear and easy to follow except that Comcast/Xfinity now has an easy-to-use app that you must download to a smartphone to activate your own personal router.
The steps I followed were as follows.
1. Connect my laptop to the Motorola cable-modem/router with the provided ethernet cable to personalize the WiFi network name (SSID) and security keys. For me, I kept the existing SSID and security key for the 2G WiFi band and created a new network name (with ”5G” at the end) and password for the 5G band. This means that devices using the old 2G WiFi network could still work without changes but that the new 5G WiFi network could be used to provide greater download speeds for some devices such as laptops and smartphones. The instructions provided describe how this is done.
2. Connect the Motorola cable-modem/router to the internet cable, provide power, and turn it on. I downloaded the Xfinity app to my Android smartphone, ran it, and followed instructions. You need to provide your cell-phone number to confirm your Xfinity login, enter an identification number from the bottom of the Motorola cable-modem/router and then wait for it to upload software and reboot. You now have WiFi from your personal router. This new device worked fine for all our laptops, smart Android phones, OBi200 VoIP phone adapter, thermostat, and other small devices. The photograph shows the new cable-modem/router with the OBi200 plugged it to provide phone service using Google Voice.
3. Log into the Motorola cable-modem/router using the provided default username and password and change the username and password for security to make them more difficult to guess.
4. Package the old Comcast/Xfinity router carefully in a cardboard box and take it to a UPS store to ship using the UPS pre-paid mailing label from Comcast/Xfinity that you can print yourself.
5. I had added a new WiFi network name for the new 5G band as described in (1) because it provided much better coverage and download speeds. This required changing the WiFi network name and security keys on our laptops, smartphones, and the WiFi booster to take advantage of the new 5G band. I kept the old network name active so I wouldn't have to change small internet-enabled devices such as a thermostat, water flow monitor, and numerous Raspberry Pi’s used for teaching.
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2022
After almost four years of renting a relatively old Comcast/Xfinity cable-modem/router, rental fees totaled more than $500. I purchased this Motorola cable-modem/router for $116 during a lightning deal. This cost will be recovered after 9 months. The 5 GHz band provided equivalent nearby WiFi download speeds (273 Mbps), improved speeds two rooms away (77 Mbps), and actually reached a far-away bedroom that the prior cable-modem/router did not. I already have a TP-Link AX1500 booster which I still needed and now have the highest WiFi download speeds I have ever seen (67 Mbps) from the farthest corner of my house. This required changing the booster to use the 5 GHz band from the new cable-modem/router and using its 5 GHz output band. Download speeds were measured using one of our Windows laptops.
It was relatively easy to install the new Motorola cable-modem/router. The instructions that came in the package were clear and easy to follow except that Comcast/Xfinity now has an easy-to-use app that you must download to a smartphone to activate your own personal router.
The steps I followed were as follows.
1. Connect my laptop to the Motorola cable-modem/router with the provided ethernet cable to personalize the WiFi network name (SSID) and security keys. For me, I kept the existing SSID and security key for the 2G WiFi band and created a new network name (with ”5G” at the end) and password for the 5G band. This means that devices using the old 2G WiFi network could still work without changes but that the new 5G WiFi network could be used to provide greater download speeds for some devices such as laptops and smartphones. The instructions provided describe how this is done.
2. Connect the Motorola cable-modem/router to the internet cable, provide power, and turn it on. I downloaded the Xfinity app to my Android smartphone, ran it, and followed instructions. You need to provide your cell-phone number to confirm your Xfinity login, enter an identification number from the bottom of the Motorola cable-modem/router and then wait for it to upload software and reboot. You now have WiFi from your personal router. This new device worked fine for all our laptops, smart Android phones, OBi200 VoIP phone adapter, thermostat, and other small devices. The photograph shows the new cable-modem/router with the OBi200 plugged it to provide phone service using Google Voice.
3. Log into the Motorola cable-modem/router using the provided default username and password and change the username and password for security to make them more difficult to guess.
4. Package the old Comcast/Xfinity router carefully in a cardboard box and take it to a UPS store to ship using the UPS pre-paid mailing label from Comcast/Xfinity that you can print yourself.
5. I had added a new WiFi network name for the new 5G band as described in (1) because it provided much better coverage and download speeds. This required changing the WiFi network name and security keys on our laptops, smartphones, and the WiFi booster to take advantage of the new 5G band. I kept the old network name active so I wouldn't have to change small internet-enabled devices such as a thermostat, water flow monitor, and numerous Raspberry Pi’s used for teaching.
Easy to install. I ran a 1ghz splitter on the wall cable going to a cable box and plugged the second cable into the Motorola. I powered it on, plugged a pc into one of it's ethernet ports, and was able to activate it through my provider by logging into my provider's site through Explorer.
Much Faster. I went from 20-40 Mbps down using my old 5g network to 225 Mbps down\10Mbps up using the ethernet port on this unit with a 25' cable. I know there are faster routers available, but for the price this is great. So liberating. Everything can be streamed at highest res and ping is low. The 5g signal is strong all throughout a 2 story 2+2 house, with the unit placed in the center of the 2nd story floorplan.
More Dependable. This unit was losing it's connection for a few seconds every few hours during it's first few days after it was setup, but now it has been almost 2 weeks of solid, uninterrupted network access.
My old Motorola CB and VHF hand held radios way back were tough. My Motorola Razor phone from still takes a charge and works. I hope I don't have to replace this modem from them until 8k becomes normal.
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2021
Easy to install. I ran a 1ghz splitter on the wall cable going to a cable box and plugged the second cable into the Motorola. I powered it on, plugged a pc into one of it's ethernet ports, and was able to activate it through my provider by logging into my provider's site through Explorer.
Much Faster. I went from 20-40 Mbps down using my old 5g network to 225 Mbps down\10Mbps up using the ethernet port on this unit with a 25' cable. I know there are faster routers available, but for the price this is great. So liberating. Everything can be streamed at highest res and ping is low. The 5g signal is strong all throughout a 2 story 2+2 house, with the unit placed in the center of the 2nd story floorplan.
More Dependable. This unit was losing it's connection for a few seconds every few hours during it's first few days after it was setup, but now it has been almost 2 weeks of solid, uninterrupted network access.
My old Motorola CB and VHF hand held radios way back were tough. My Motorola Razor phone from still takes a charge and works. I hope I don't have to replace this modem from them until 8k becomes normal.