Do not dispair B.E.T.
When you do the switch you will be amazed at the increase in speed. You will be happy!
The series 3 boxes are very reasonable. I think I got the Motorola for under $90.
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The more correct terms are Docsis 1.0 as the old specs. and Docsis 3.0 as the new faster specs.It is my understanding the Docsis 3.0 are backward compatable.

THat's good news Geo! Thanks. I'll have hubby keep an eye out for a deal from his suppliers, maybe we can be ready when it happens then.

Ana