© How do I change the MTU? To test you can move the WCB3000N next to the G1100 and connect directly to the G1100’s coax port. First step was performing a factory reset of the WCB3000N. That splitter has the cable what I suppose is the 'source' of service - following that cable I see that it goes into the basement, and from the basement it goes back outside and I assume into the ONT. Take the coax out of the G1100 and connect them directly with a short coax. Using the latest bonded MoCA 2.0 standard, next-generation wireless AC, video prioritization technology, a powerful 4×4 GHz radio and better antenna design, this WiFi extender turbo-charges the existing home wireless network and delivers a better video streaming experience. Extend the range of your WiFi network to the far corners of your home with the WiFi Network Extender WCB6200Q. Thank you! • Please bring photo ID and credit/debit card only if used as payment. Summary of Contents for ActionTec WCB3000N Page 1 Coaxial Cable into the IN Port on the Splitter and the other • One Power Adapter Step (External, 5V DC, 2A made by Actiontec, Model #WA-10P05FU) end into the Coaxial Wall Outlet. All rights reserved. I have Fios Quantuma Gateway router. Hi, I purchased an Actiontec WCB3000N. atkinsr01, We would recommend the WCB6200Q as it is the current series. I see a couple of coax cables out there that are 'hanging' a few inches from the ONT, not connected. I took a look at the Router status on the router's management page, and under Coax status it says cable disconnected. Yes, the WCB3000N was discontinued and the units being sold on Amazon are for specific ISP's (which means they may or may not work on Verizon) and there is NO warranty or support from Actiontec on those units. 03:06 AM The thing then is that I thought I could have the WCB3000N in my basement to extend the network, so this wouldn't be of use? Once reset, the extender created "Actiontec" 2.4G and 5G networks (since I purchased used, the seller must not have reset the device, so it was using prior user's settings). The source code file below contains all GPL and LGPL sources used to build firmware for the WCB3000 Series Devices: WCB3000, WCB3000N Try searching. Secondary question - if I just leave the 3000N connected right next to router - is it somehow stronger than the router and make wifi better in the basement? • If same-day delivery is available for your order, you’ll be able to choose that option at checkout. I was thinking of replacing it with either the WCB6200Q or the WCB3000N to provide a wireless extender as well.   SaskTel and its licensors. What are the major differences between them? Your order will be held for 3 days from the time it's placed. Optionally, you could insert the splitter where the coax from upstairs runs thru the basement and attach a piece of cable and splitter there to service your basement location. Troubleshooting your Actiontec gateway (infiNET service) Logging in to the Actiontec WCB3000N wireless extender ; Understanding the status lights on your Actiontec gateway (infiNET service) Troubleshooting your SaskTel Internet and In-home Wi-Fi ; Troubleshooting your 2Wire, Pace, or … Maybe you can unplug another cable that is unused and connect the wire leading to the basement. My network extender (Actiontec Dual Band Wireless Network Extender Over Coax WCB3000N) has been working fine ever since I got FIOS about 6 months ago. The thing then is that I thought I could have the WCB3000N in my basement to extend the network, so this wouldn't be of use? Then all the cables throughout the house will connect to the OUTS. Have been trying to contact Verizon support all day and have reached no one :-(. Troubleshooting Follow New articles New articles and comments. The WCB3000N turns on, but the Coax light does not turn green. Or am I making wrong assumptions in thinking this other basement cable should be going into ONT? 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Lasagna, this exactly what I needed to do. Possibly, the WCB3000N firmware has not been updated for any bugs with the newly released G1100. • Same-day delivery is available in select areas. Depending on where you live and the amount of "noise" in your environment, this may or may not be an issue (I live at the base of a mountain with several radio/tv towers on top and let's just say I can get the local radio station on my toaster at times due to the amount of radio noise). Verizon Fios Community Terms of Service and User Guidelines. - edited Ok, so the G1100 has one coax port, this port has a cable in it. If you still have no coax light on the WCB6200Q or the ECB2500C then contact Actiontec Support 1-877-565-2632 and we will setup assist in further troubleshooting to resolve the issue. Understanding the status lights and ports on your Actiontec WCB3000N wireless extender. This has been an interesting goose chase. Unless I got a super long coax cable which I'm trying to avoid. A. I connected the WCB3000N  to a verizin fios cable I have on my basement, which was installed 5 years ago and I have never used. I have attached a screen shot. It sounds like the cable you are connecting to in the basement is just unplugged. Terms of Use | The coax connected to your G1100 and your WCB3000N need to be connected to a cable splitter. Actiontec is a registered trademark of Actiontec Electronics, Inc. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Actiontec is a registered trademark of Actiontec Electronics, Inc. Then I plug in the power adapter. So I checked the other cable in the basement that I'm trying to connect that 3000N into - that cable also leads to the outside of the house. The second problem is almost certainly a bug in the WCB6200Q. (I know that the WCB3000N has been discontinued, and maybe that's the reason for the price difference.)Thanks. Are you saying I should add a cable splitter to this port, and then connect the original coax cable to the splitter, and then another coax cable from splitter to to my WCB3000N? ‎06-12-2020 When I checked the Actiontec website for this product, it appears that this is the latest version. Actiontec’s contribution leverages the company’s industry-leading position in home Wi-Fi management; gives service providers the ability to monitor and optimize subscriber’s Wi-Fi experience. Although we recently had to have our ONT serviced and I wonder if that guy didn't plug these cables back in? • Orders must be placed from 8 AM – 5 PM, Mon – Sat, and Sun before 2 PM (excluding holidays). Maybe someone can explain the cause of the first problem. Or should I do a service call when service calls are available again? You probably have a main splitter in yout basement somewhere. However the last couple of days the Coax light on the extender has been constantly blinking instead of staying lit up and I've seen the wifi connection drop almost every 2 hours. However, this would probably involve cutting and splicing the coax -- which if aren't familiar with doing this properly and have the right tools -- I would not recommend doing. All Fios Network Extenders support dual band Wi-Fi networks (2.4GHz & 5GHz) with its own default Wi-Fi Names and password.