75 mbps service - MESH questions

I recently switched from Xfinity to Comcast Business to cut the cable cord. Very happy with the results, except the Pegatron modem/router Comcast Business provided doesn't send a very high signal strength to Roku TVs at the perimiter of the building. I intend to install a mesh network, but the Pegatron modem/router seems redundant on the router side.

I think I just need a modem compatible with Comcast Business to connect to the first mesh node to start the mesh.

Am I on the right track? Or can I turn off the wifi from the Pegatron and just plug the first mesh node into the ethernet port?

Thanks in advance for help.

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user_Phil

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6 years ago

Hi RGoodwin and welcome to the business forums.

Thanks for your question on the Comcast Business equipment. As long as you do not need a static, you are able to purchase your own modem/gateway. Here's a list:

https://business.comcast.com/help-and-support/internet/comcast-business-cable-modem-device-compatibility

Also, you are able to use bridge mode or passthrough mode with your own router as well:

http://forums.businesshelp.comcast.com/t5/Equipment-Modems-Gateways/True-Bridge-Mode-vs-Pass-Through-Mode/m-p/21260#M2402

Please let me know if you need anything.

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