Motorola External Cable Modem (SB4200)

by Motorola

Product Details

Product Manual [1.66mb PDF]

• Item Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000068BQJ
• Item model number: 484939-012-00
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #24,713 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 29, 2002

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Motorola SB4200 SURFboard cable modem supplies both Ethernet and USB interface connectivity to ensure compatibility with almost any network-ready PC computer system. It requires only a standard HTML browser on your computer, making it virtually platform independent. With the SB4200, most PCs, Macs, and other computers can be easily connected to any network. The SB4200 supports the 64 and 256 QAM link technology that is the heart of the DOCSIS data network, providing up to 38 Mbps of raw data transfer rates in a single 6 MHz channel.

The SB4200 simplifies installation with USB connectivity, and provides enhanced security with its top-mounted standby button. The button disconnects the USB and Ethernet connection to the computer without disconnecting the cable modem from the RF network, providing security, flexibility, and performance. An easy-to-use standby button has been relocated to the top of the SB4200 for additional end-user security and convenience.

Note: If in doubt, contact your cable Internet provider to verify that this modem will be compatible with their system.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

58 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hassle Free, June 29, 2002

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R. West (Phoenix, AZ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Motorola External Cable Modem (SB4200) (Personal Computers)

I was renting the Motorola SB3100 and replaced it with this model. Installation was as simple as calling the cable company with the new MAC address, plugging in the cables, and turning on the computer.

Now that I will not be paying a monthly modem rental, this modem will pay for itself in just a few months.

This modem also has a couple features that the SB3100 did not. It is upgradeable to DOCSIS 1.1 and it has a standby button that allows you to cut your computer from the internet without powering down.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Flawless., September 27, 2002

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Rheumor (New Orelans) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Motorola External Cable Modem (SB4200) (Personal Computers)

I returned the cable company's rent-a-modem 2 hours after unpacking the Motorola. I have dynamic IP svc (unfortunately), so all that was required for setup was plugging it in and rebooting. (A call to the cable service was required to register the unit MAC ID). The DOCSIS 1.0 certification assures you it will work with most any cable provider, and the downloadable upgrade to DOCSIS 1.1 standard is simple. Also, I like the choice of ethernet (RJ14) or USB connectivity and the new "standby" switch. Lastly, the internal transformer means the power plug is a normal size, so it can be plugged in on my desk without hogging the whole powerstrip. Nice modem, nice price!

19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works Great!, June 21, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Motorola External Cable Modem (SB4200) (Personal Computers)

Like many others, I was looking to replace my leased modem with my own modem. I purchased the Toshiba PCX1100u based on many reviews here and elsewhere. The modem worked great, but after about 2 hours it would drop out and quit working. Reconfigured it several times with the ISP, but same problem showed up. Returned it and bought the Motorola SB4200. Hooked it up and was off and running within 2 minutes. It has never dropped out and I'm experiencing speeds that are faster than the old leased 3Com modem.