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Using your C2300A modem

Learn about using your C2300A modem/router, including features and specs, popular modem settings, and troubleshooting. You can also watch a video about controling WiFi on your C2300A.

Older CenturyLink modem

This modem is being retired — time to get a replacement!

Actiontec C2300A modem
Modem setup instructions

Features & specifications

WiFi supported:

  • 2.4 GHz: 802.11 b/g/n
  • 5 GHz: 802.11 ac (WiFi 5)

The C2300A gateway modem is tested and certified to run at these speeds* on the CenturyLink® High-Speed Internet network:

Technology Type Tested speed
ADSL up to 25 Mbps pair bond
ADSL2+ up to 100 Mbps (140 pair bond)
G.Fast up to 100 Mbps single line
Fiber up to 940 Mbps

*Customer speed experiences will vary, particularly when accessing the internet wirelessly from different devices. Maximum download/upload speeds given are via a wired connection. Internet speeds are not guaranteed due to conditions outside of network control, including customer location, devices, equipment, and access over a wired or wireless connection; see centurylink.com/internetpolicy for more information.

Actiontec C2300A info sheet (PDF)

Top modem settings and tasks

Learn how to manage your internet and WiFi network using your modem. Below are some of our most popular topics. You can also visit the modem settings guide for a complete overview of settings and options.

How to read the modem lights
Connect devices to your WiFi network
2.4 vs. 5 GHz wireless frequencies
Connect using WPS
Manual WAN setup (advanced)

Learn how to access your modem settings and how you can use them to manage your network.

Modem Settings Guide

Modem troubleshooting tips

  • Did you know?  If your internet connection is spotty or slow, the best place to start is to reboot your modem.

  • Still not running right? Check to see if your modem firmware is up to date.

Download C2300A firmware

Tip: If the firmware link doesn't work, try another browser (Chrome is known to have issues with this kind of link). Or, right-click the link, select "copy link address", then paste the link into a new browser tab.

Video: How to control your wireless settings

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