Signal boosters (amplifiers) usually cause more noise on the line which can result in disconnects. Also, it can kill the upstream signal (to the point where it is 'out of spec').

See also: »Cable Modems and Wiring Issues

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by drake edited by Johkal
last modified: 2008-11-01 14:57:29