D-Link DCM-202 DOCSIS 2.0 USB/Ethernet Cable Modem

by D-Link

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.2 x 2.8 inches ; 10.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002JKGRQ
• Item model number: DCM-202
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (121 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,301 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
  • #85 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Networking Products > Modems
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 1, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

D-Link, the industry pioneer in home networking, introduces another performance breakthrough - the D-Link DCM-202 High-Speed DOCSIS 2.0 Cable Modem. Powered by TurboDOX bandwidth acceleration software, the DCM-202 increases your download speeds at up to 20 times for your enjoyment of popular Internet applications, such as file sharing, audio and video streaming, and website uploading.

The DCM-202 Cable Modem makes your broadband connection more efficient and effective by clearing network congestion, resulting in a boost in download speeds. With the DCM-202, you will get more out of your broadband connection with increased bandwidth and enhanced performance.

The DCM-202 Cable Modem is DOCSIS 2.0 CableLabs Certified, which ensures compatibility with all DOCSIS compatible cable providers. The DCM-202 is also backwards compatible with DOCSIS 1.1/1.0 standards.

The DCM-202 Cable Modem offers you the choice of Ethernet or USB connectivity. It is easy to install and is compatible with Windows 95, 98, 98SE, Me, 2000, XP, Mac OS, Unix and other popular operating systems (USB connectivity is limited to Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP).

Connect with confidence to a certified cable Internet provider with the DCM-202 Cable Modem and enjoy a new and enhanced broadband experience.

Product Description

D-Link, the industry pioneer in home networking, introduces another performance breakthrough - the D-Link DCM-202 High-Speed DOCSIS 2.0 Cable Modem. Powered by TurboDOX bandwidth acceleration software, the DCM-202 increases your download speeds at up to 20 times for your enjoyment of popular Internet applications, such as file sharing, audio and video streaming, and website uploading.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

106 of 111 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Possible problem for Comcast customers, January 24, 2005

By 

Jose Ibanez "woofboo" (Eatontown, NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: D-Link DCM-202 DOCSIS 2.0 USB/Ethernet Cable Modem (Personal Computers)

I bought this cable modem when I moved into my new apartment because it would be cheaper than renting one from Comcast in the long run. Everything worked fine for about a month, but then I wouldn't be able to connect to anything outside of my local network. Comcast technical support said that from their end it didn't look like anyting was connecting to their network, and my router could release and renew its IP address, so that narrowed it down to the cable modem. Unplugging the modem and plugging it back in would make it work again for 30-45 minutes at a time, but it would cut out at random without warning.

I downloaded and installed new firmware from d-link's website that was specifically for Comcast customers and everything seems to be working ok again, but I know a lot of non-technical people who wouldn't be comfortable doing that. If you are a technically unsaavy person and use comcast, you may want to purchase another cable modem all together.

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Modem still going!, November 22, 2004

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PrompterGuy - See all my reviews

This review is from: D-Link DCM-202 DOCSIS 2.0 USB/Ethernet Cable Modem (Personal Computers)

I was torn between the Motorola 5100 and the D-link 202. I already know the 5100 is good from the reviews but I had to see for myself with the D-link and I'm really glad I did. It was simple to hook up. Make sure your provider get's the MAC address and you will be online in minutes. WIth Adelphia the screen pops up asking for Mac address if you're not using a router so you don't even have to call it in.
Speed is great with most pages coming up right after click of the mouse. The most I've had to wait with a busy site was fifteen seconds with 5 being the norm. I have it a week now and haven't experienced any overheating or disconnections with the exception of one that Adelphia confessed to. I would like to see them match the two year warranty of the Motorola but I still go by the old computer rule of thumb that if a computer component or peripheral is going to go it's usually in the first three months. After the first two years there's no guarantee on anything. I'm going to play this one out because the way it's working now it's worth the small gamble with the one year warranty. I did call customer service just to see if they were there and they picked right up and answered a few of my dumb questions. I highly recommend.

It's now about three months later and I haven't had one problem. Great modem.

Now had it almost a year and a half and nothings changed. Still recomment.

It's now Nov. 2010 and modem has been flawless. I made the right choice.
I haven't had one problem with this modem and I'm now into Windows 7. I haven't done a thing with it except dust it once in a while. Needless to say I'm very satisfied.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Solution for Comcast Users\ may need firmware upgrade, February 14, 2006

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Digital Nomad IL "IT Consultant" (IL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: D-Link DCM-202 DOCSIS 2.0 USB/Ethernet Cable Modem (Personal Computers)

So far I've used 3 of these devices in recent Comcast user installs with various SOHO broadband routers and have not had any compatability issues. As a matter of fact, they're solid high speed performers and I've been getting upwards of 9MB down! ...

One issue that may arise for comcast users is the need for a firmware patch if it hasn't already been upgraded.

Beyond that, this is a good alternative to the Motorola surfboard series.

As always....you can pick up additional information, troubleshooting notes and reviews form the DSReports hardware and service forums @ http://www.dslreports.com/forums/all