News NETGEAR Introduces Orbi Wi-Fi 6 System With Built-In DOCSIS 3.1 Modem

[Julio Urquidi]

The new two-node Orbi WiFi 6 Tri-band Mesh System (CBK752) is NETGEAR’s first Orbi Wi-Fi 6 system with a built-in DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem. With each node powered by a single quad-core 1.4GHz processor and six internal antennas, the AX4200 CBK752 kit provides coverage up to 5,000 sq ft and has maximum wireless data rates up to 600 Mbps @ 2.4GHz, 1400 Mbps @ 5GHz, and 2400 Mbps @ 5GHz backhaul, while the DOCSIS 3.1 modem provides up to Gigabit+ speeds for internet-connected homes with suitable cable connections.

For physical interfaces, the CBK752’s router has a DOCSIS 3.1 connection and four GbE ports, while the satellite node has two GbE ports.

CBK752 features include MU-MIMO, Beamforming, setup and management via the Orbi App, automatic firmware updates, provider compatibility with xfinity, Spectrum, and Cox cable services, and a 30-day free trial of NETGEAR Armor security services.

As a two-node kit, the Orbi WiFi 6 Tri-band Mesh System with Built-in DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem (CBK752) is available now for $599.99. Individually, the router (CBR750) is priced at $449.99 and the satellite is priced at $279.99.