Arris TM1602A Product Details
The Arris Touchstone TM1602A telephony modem is replacing the TM822G as the new industry favorite. This modem has 2 VoIP EMTA telephone lines, 24×8 channels and is accepted by Optimum Cable. While the TM822G is still in use and popular, this model is stealing some of the spotlight with it’s smaller form factor and upgraded specs.
Complete your Home or Business Network
Note that this is a modem only, with no built-in router. Therefore, if having Wi-Fi is important for your network, we recommend purchasing a router separately to connect to the TM1602A.
We recommend a AC1600+ dual-band, or mesh router to support the speeds of this modem. Check out our list of routers!
Arris TM1602A Technical Specifications to Help Your Business
The Touchstone DOCSIS 3.0 16×4 E-MTA provides 2 separate lines of VoIP, and ultra-high speed data. This model was designed to be an extremely functional, cost effective option for anyone. Because of this, the Arris TM1602A also enables both home and businesses the speed and performance they need.
Whats the difference between arris TM1602A and arris TM822A?
The Arris TM1602A is a 16×4 channel modem and can be expanded to 24×8 whereas the TM822A is only an 8×4 channel modem. Having more channels allows for better connectivity and faster speed capabilities. The TM822A is rated at a max speed of 211Mbps although theoretically about 122Mbps whereas the Arris 1602 is rated for a max speed of around 360Mbps.
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