Actiontec Model GT701D
Just plug in PC. type in IP and set it up.
default
user=admin
password=password
192.168.0.1
3.0.4.1.1 current firmware
888.436.0657
support email only outside warranty
In quick setup choose the third setting RFC1483 via DHCP
adsl settings
llc- based multiplex
vpi 8
vci 35
ADSL2 plus
UBR
This modem performs well but even though I get 7 to8 MB down I can not run Netflix on best setting and even on better I will eventually get sound problems and need to pause and let it catch up. I installed a GB switch between modem and router/cables to cable Netflix directly without going through router and it helped. I previously could only have video on good setting. Now even at better the pausing requires a shorter time than previously. Picture is never a problem even on best, only the sound.
I seem to receive varied speed. I will hit valleys and that is when I get the sound problems but this will happen once at least with every item I watch.
I would advise just using this modem only solution and attach another router. Reviews on DSL modem/router combination are not great and it is more fun to just replace a $39 modem than the more expensive units that really are not all that great in the router function. Other brands are out there that have modem only construction, Trendnet for one.
On the other hand I wonder if a different modem would keep me from having the dips in speed and I would like a backup modem. Unlike cable modems, DSL modems can be impossible to find if not in major cities. You could be down for a few days waiting for a replacement. I just ordered the Netgear DGND3300 but as a refurb for $44 on ebay. It is wireless N dual band which I don't care if that part works or not. Just give me stable, consistent bandwidth.