3 4: The answer is typically no you cannot use a router with a built in modem (combo-unit) as a standalone router. I did speed test and I was able to clock 936 mbps. 05 New Firmware Version: Current Firmware Version: WST3K-31. 0 - Extra background: it had been my hope to connect the ONT directly to the AirPort Extreme N - and that did work, but I was only maxing out at 300Mbps. It offers Tri-Band wireless (two separate 5 GHz networks, each on different channels) whereas the T3200M doesn't AFAIK.
Actiontec T3200M What is the size of your home? Sq Ft? 2000 What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet is recommended in between them to begin with depending upon building materials.