enOehT
Premium
join:2003-05-17
Langhorne, PA
1 edit |  20/5 40/5 60/10 New Speeds Announced for Docsis 3.0
Has RCN announced what new speeds they will offer with the docsis 3.0 upgrade?
Thanks |
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enOehT
Premium
join:2003-05-17
Langhorne, PA
| Re: New Speeds Announced for Docsis 3.0?
»investor.rcn.com/releasedetail.c···d=420691
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RCN will leverage the Cisco(R) DOCSIS 3.0 downstream channel bonding solution that includes the Cisco(R) uBR10012 cable modem termination systems (CMTS) and Cisco DPC3000 Channel Bonded Cable Modems. The new services will offer peak data rates of 20 Mbps downstream/5 Mbps upstream, 40 Mbps downstream/5 Mbps upstream and 60 Mbps downstream/10 Mbps upstream. Pricing will allow for one to two year commitments ranging from $59.99 to $199.99.
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lilhurricane
Crunchin' For Cures
Premium,Mod
join:2003-01-11
Purple Zone
clubs: 
1 edit | Front page news:
»RCN Preps DOCSIS 3.0 Launches |
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mlabate
join:2007-09-03
Bangor, PA
| While this is great news, I will say it again - This will fail unless they can support it, I see a lot of people complaining that they can't saturate their 20Mbps line (only getting 10-12) during peak hours as it is. So no way this will fly.
But, I am curious about the 40/5 package.... I wouldn't pay more then $100/month for it. But I am liking this so far. |
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ibpitcher2
join:2003-10-29
New York, NY | reply to mlabate
Re: New Speeds Announced for Docsis 3.0?
at least in NY my 20/2 connection regularly achieves its advertised numbers, sometimes slightly above, so I don't know if thats really an issue.. |
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nickcatal
join:2008-06-23
Chicago, IL
1 edit | reply to enOehT
Re: 20/5 40/5 60/10 New Speeds Announced for Docsis 3.0
These problems are in Chicago...
All over Chicago
For like 2 weeks now |
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enOehT
Premium
join:2003-05-17
Langhorne, PA
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Re: New Speeds Announced for Docsis 3.0?
said by mlabate  :This will fail unless they can support it, The DOCSIS 3.0 upgrade should address this issue. There should be more than enough bandwidth to support it.
I've had docsis 3.0 service from Comcast, and the speeds were consistent with the 50/10 package.
The biggest difference most people will notice is the increased ability to upload. |
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mlabate
join:2007-09-03
Bangor, PA | I don't have any issues, I normally get 21 down, I was just posting what I have seen.
Wonder what the 40/5 package will cost? |
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cwpc
join:2003-04-13
Crum Lynne, PA | Will this mean speed upgrades for existing users? |
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mlabate
join:2007-09-03
Bangor, PA
| Not sure, but I just called and had my 20/2 plan switched to $49.99 a month, change took place right away - saw it on the RCN account page.
So call now and get it switched to a lower price, I also saved my parents $30 a month for the same bundle) |
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claygreenber
Premium
join:2007-08-02
New York, NY
| reply to enOehT
Re: 20/5 40/5 60/10 New Speeds Announced for Docsis 3.0
I'm a little unclear about something here. If I already have the 10Mbps/800Kbps service from RCN, will I see any increase in speed or decrease in price from this new announcement? Or are they simply introducing additional tiers of service above what they already offer, for a higher price? |
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benjamin
All propositions are of equal value
Premium
join:2000-12-20
New York, NY
clubs:
 ·BroadVoice
 ·RCN CABLE
| said by claygreenber :I'm a little unclear about something here. If I already have the 10Mbps/800Kbps service from RCN, will I see any increase in speed or decrease in price from this new announcement? Or are they simply introducing additional tiers of service above what they already offer, for a higher price? Plans with far greater speeds will be rolled out (first for small businesses, then for consumers) but you can bet existing plans will also be reconfigured at some point. You should always be able to keep your current plan but it may be beneficial to switch to a new one, depending on what is announced. |
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WhereIsInfo
@rcn.com
| reply to mlabate
Re: New Speeds Announced for Docsis 3.0?
said by mlabate :Not sure, but I just called and had my 20/2 plan switched to $49.99 a month, change took place right away - saw it on the RCN account page. So call now and get it switched to a lower price, I also saved my parents $30 a month for the same bundle) Is this deal listed anywhere on RCN web page and is there a description of the 3.0 plans for Chicago? |
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kidd santi
Premium
join:2009-07-14
Allentown, PA | the sppeds are not listed on there web sites but u can call the sales
dept customer service and they will have the info. |
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AndyD2k
join:2003-01-10
New York, NY | reply to enOehT
Re: 20/5 40/5 60/10 New Speeds Announced for Docsis 3.0
I think this will be the first time in over 10 years that I will stick with the lowest tier. I rarely see my speeds over 10mb so what's the point |
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cdr1000
join:2004-02-18
10100 | My 20/2 is actually 16/2 or 80% of what thy claim
At this rate
40/5=32/5
60/10=48/10 |
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st89jebn
join:2009-07-22
Drexel Hill, PA | reply to enOehT
I always get at least 20/2 so the plans for the new speeds will be something to keep an eye on. |
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shadyman777
High Definition is where it's at.
Premium
join:2009-03-02
Easton, PA
·RCN CABLE
| said by st89jebn :I always get at least 20/2 so the plans for the new speeds will be something to keep an eye on. I too get a constant 20/2 at all times, even during peak hours. I'm curious as to the new speeds too. I might bump on one to 40/5.
cdr1000, every post you do man is negative. If you read the fine print on RCN's website, it always stated "speeds up to 20MB/s Down." There may be times you hit the 20 down without knowing it. Cheer up a little bit, if you don't feel your getting that speed, bump down to the 10/768Kb package  |
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cdr1000
join:2004-02-18
10100
·RCN CABLE
| Guess I'm not a cheerleader?
Price for regular gas differs from price for premium.
You are paying a specific price for for a specific item.
Same should be applicable to RCN service.
If they can not deliver, I'd like to get some money back.
Well, RCN bill is in USD, RCN technical support is outsourced to Philippines. However, RCN management is not. |
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