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Model 5041 review

Zoom has been a long time name in analog modems, and they have recently joined the cable and DSL marketplace. Before we dive into the Zoom cable modem review, we want to take a few paragraphs to brush you up on DOCSIS and explain what it is and why it is important to you.

What is DOCSIS? DOCSIS stands for Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification allows interoperability among cable modem providers, or in plain English, it's a cable modem standard so stuff works together.

DOCSIS helped pave the way for cable modems to become available on the local CompUSA shelf. Without a standard of interoperability, consumers would be stuck with a proprietary cable modem if they moved or switched to DSL. With DOCSIS, most major cable ISP's across the country use DOCSIS compliant networks, so your cable modem can be sold or use on other networks with no special configuration.

Many consumers would rather buy a cable modem outright than rent it from the ISP. Typically, if you purchase a cable modem, the purchase pays for itself in a year or two. If you want to get away from paying extra money to the cable ISP, buying your own cable modem is a snap and a great way to save money. Keep in mind that some ISP's want you to "register" the cable modem on their network. When you purchase your own cable modem, call your cable company and give them the new MAC address of your new cable modem. The MAC address is usually located on a white sticker on the back or on the bottom of the modem itself.

The Zoom 5041 cable modem can be used with USB or with a standard Ethernet cable. The USB interface is very simple and easy and requires no Ethernet cable or Ethernet adapter in the PC. The addition of USB to a cable modem makes the installers job very easy, since a PC does not need to be opened up and no Ethernet card is required. We like this feature, since anyone can now install the cable modem.

The modem is a small and sleek unit, approx. 7.5" wide, 5.5" deep, and 1" high. We really liked the variable mounting features, from hanging options to using the included stand. The Zoom 5041 connected to our Charter cable modem network within 30 seconds after we plugged it in. One thing we really didn't like was the LED's, since they were very bright and seemed to bleed light into LED's that were not meant to be illuminated.

Overall, the Zoom 5041 USB/Ethernet cable modem is solid, fast and at a great price. The Zoom 5041 never skipped a beat on our network, and we think you'll be happy with any of the Zoom cable modems.

Zoom USB/Ethernet 5041 Cable Modem Feature List:

- Plug and go, Using USB or Ethernet connection
- No network card is needed if you use the USB connection
- Includes RJ-45 cable, USB A/B cable, power cable/adapter, and stand
- Fast routing speeds, rock solid stability, small and attractive design
- Optional stand allows device to be mounted on it side
- LED's for power, synch, activity, 10/100 and USB
- Supports all DOCSIS 1.0 Compliant networks, DOCSIS 1.1 upgradable
- Good documentation in printed and CD versions, Bundled software
- Up to 40 Mbps downstream and 10 Mbps upstream

Overall Rating: Thumbs Up! - The Zoom USB/Ethernet 5041 is a solid product and a great choice for anyone that wants to purchase a small, DOCSIS compliant cable modem. The software bundle also makes it a plus with the included Ad-Subtract and ZoneAlarm software.

Zoom USB/Ethernet 5041 Cable Modem
Current Street Price: $120.00

Zoom Ethernet only 5011 Cable Modem
Current Street Price: $105.00

Zoom Telephonics Inc.
207 South Street
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 423-1072
http://www.zoom.com

Available now from the following:
http://www.computers4sure.com
http://www.cdw.com

Looking for more info on DOCSIS?
Check out http://www.Cable-Labs.com



	07/03/09


Zoom Cable Modem USB and Ethernet Model 5041 PRODUCT REVIEW "The Zoom 5041 cable modem is the smallest modem we have seen" "The LED's were bright, but were hard to distinguish one from another" "The modem can be mounted vertically with the included stand or stacked horizontally" "The Zoom 5041 also included some free trial software such as ZoneAlarm and others"
			Zoom Cable Modem USB/Ethernet Model 5041 review Zoom has been a long time name in analog modems, and they have recently joined the cable and DSL marketplace. Before we dive into the Zoom cable modem review, we want to take a few paragraphs to brush you up on DOCSIS and explain what it is and why it is important to you. What is DOCSIS? DOCSIS stands for Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification allows interoperability among cable modem providers, or in plain English, it's a cable modem standard so stuff works together. DOCSIS helped pave the way for cable modems to become available on the local CompUSA shelf. Without a standard of interoperability, consumers would be stuck with a proprietary cable modem if they moved or switched to DSL. With DOCSIS, most major cable ISP's across the country use DOCSIS compliant networks, so your cable modem can be sold or use on other networks with no special configuration. Many consumers would rather buy a cable modem outright than rent it from the ISP. Typically, if you purchase a cable modem, the purchase pays for itself in a year or two. If you want to get away from paying extra money to the cable ISP, buying your own cable modem is a snap and a great way to save money. Keep in mind that some ISP's want you to "register" the cable modem on their network. When you purchase your own cable modem, call your cable company and give them the new MAC address of your new cable modem. The MAC address is usually located on a white sticker on the back or on the bottom of the modem itself. The Zoom 5041 cable modem can be used with USB or with a standard Ethernet cable. The USB interface is very simple and easy and requires no Ethernet cable or Ethernet adapter in the PC. The addition of USB to a cable modem makes the installers job very easy, since a PC does not need to be opened up and no Ethernet card is required. We like this feature, since anyone can now install the cable modem. The modem is a small and sleek unit, approx. 7.5" wide, 5.5" deep, and 1" high. We really liked the variable mounting features, from hanging options to using the included stand. The Zoom 5041 connected to our Charter cable modem network within 30 seconds after we plugged it in. One thing we really didn't like was the LED's, since they were very bright and seemed to bleed light into LED's that were not meant to be illuminated. Overall, the Zoom 5041 USB/Ethernet cable modem is solid, fast and at a great price. The Zoom 5041 never skipped a beat on our network, and we think you'll be happy with any of the Zoom cable modems. Zoom USB/Ethernet 5041 Cable Modem Feature List: - Plug and go, Using USB or Ethernet connection - No network card is needed if you use the USB connection - Includes RJ-45 cable, USB A/B cable, power cable/adapter, and stand - Fast routing speeds, rock solid stability, small and attractive design - Optional stand allows device to be mounted on it side - LED's for power, synch, activity, 10/100 and USB - Supports all DOCSIS 1.0 Compliant networks, DOCSIS 1.1 upgradable - Good documentation in printed and CD versions, Bundled software - Up to 40 Mbps downstream and 10 Mbps upstream Overall Rating: Thumbs Up! - The Zoom USB/Ethernet 5041 is a solid product and a great choice for anyone that wants to purchase a small, DOCSIS compliant cable modem. The software bundle also makes it a plus with the included Ad-Subtract and ZoneAlarm software. Zoom USB/Ethernet 5041 Cable Modem Current Street Price: $120.00 Zoom Ethernet only 5011 Cable Modem Current Street Price: $105.00 Zoom Telephonics Inc. 207 South Street Boston, MA 02111 (617) 423-1072 http://www.zoom.com Available now from the following: http://www.computers4sure.com http://www.cdw.com Looking for more info on DOCSIS? Check out http://www.Cable-Labs.com

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