The Arris CM8200A is an enterprise-variant bridge utilizing the Broadcom BCM3390 chipset for high-frequency data processing. Technical specifications indicate support for 2x2 OFDM channels under the DOCSIS 3.1 standard, alongside a 32x8 configuration for DOCSIS 3.0 backward compatibility. The rear I/O provides two 1Gbps Ethernet ports that support the 802.3ad Link Aggregation protocol, enabling a theoretical WAN throughput of 2Gbps when paired with compatible downstream hardware.
Material analysis confirms the PCB layout is identical to retail counterparts but housed in "Touchstone" branded casing for service provider deployment. System logic dictates that provisioning and firmware updates are managed exclusively via the ISP's headend, preventing manual user intervention in the operating system environment. The vertical chassis is engineered to maximize passive airflow, which is required to prevent thermal-induced performance degradation.
- Connectivity: Dual 10/100/1000 Base-T ports.
- Stability: Integrated Low Latency DOCSIS (LLD) support.
- Form Factor: High-stability vertical tower design.
To ensure continuous operation during power fluctuations, it is recommended to integrate this unit with a power backup solution. Users looking for a retail-specific version of this same internal hardware may prefer the Arris SB8200 for consumer-facing support.
