Re: So exactly how good is modem mode?
 

It has Ambit 256 on it

Re: So exactly how good is modem mode?
 

Bummer, that will only go up to ~25mbit so you are going to need a shub :-(

Re: So exactly how good is modem mode?
 

I'm more relaxed about the superhub now, it seems that R30 and modem-only mode will be as reliable as the Ambit 256, tied with my existing Netgear router. Of course it would be better if the Superhub could replace both, and I'd try that as well. But wireless is crtical to me, and it seems even with R30 that is still rubbish.

Re: So exactly how good is modem mode?
 

It wouldn't, I would never take an isp provided router, free or not, because at the end of the day all they care about is price and that is it. Everybody has different needs which is why we have the choice of buying soho routers for £30-£120. Trying to make a router to suit everyone's needs and then saying you are giving it away for free is just a joke. It is like the government forcing everyone to have a Ford Fiesta, saying that it guaranteed to meet everyone needs. I would rather pay £100 to get something I like and that works and that is what I have done.

My advise to you and everyone else is that if you have already got a router and are happy with it then dont even give the shub a chance because you will be supremely disappointed. Just bang it in modem mode and be done with it.

Re: So exactly how good is modem mode?
 

When i got a super hub is came in the post and i hooked it up myself, i doubt every one needs an engineer to swap a cable around from one to the other and even if your that stupid, you get a cd (which also installs VM crapware) but sure, cant complain if you go from 50-100 for free :)

Re: So exactly how good is modem mode?
 

I'm certainly expecting that is what I'd have to do. My ISP supplied (Virgin) router has worked flawlessly for 3+ years now.

But I really should get an updated one which has "N" wireless speed at some point. Theoretically the superhub can provide that, but so many reports of it being crap I'll almost certainly buy a new router/AP.