[Networking] Currently have 75/75 (COAX to router), do I need CAT5 for 100/100?
I want to do an upgrade from 75/75 -> 100/100 and they say I need a tech because he needs to from current coax to router to cat 5 to the router. Is this correct? I thought CAT 5 wasn't needed until...
View ArticleSIP ALG Disable in Quantum Router?
I am trying to get a SIP Avaya phone working and have the newest Quantum router. In the advanced router settings I do not see any ability to disable SIP ALG. As I am unable to establish a connection...
View ArticleIs this FiOS? (Philly)
From reading past threads about FiOS wiring in an area, I think this is it. The building in the second picture is the Central Office, and the residence that I'm trying to get service at is directly...
View Article[Networking] Need Help To Extend WiFi in Home
Let me start off by saying I'm not a techie, so with that in mind here's my problem: My current FiOS router (MI424WR REV: I) is located in a room about 90 ft (and 4 walls) from the master bedroom....
View ArticleUpgrading 25/25 to...
So I've been a Verizon FiOS customer for over 10 years now. My current triple play is $153/mo (which comes out to about $200/mo IRL). This is pretty basic stuff, Extreme HD with no premiums, and 25/25...
View ArticleAdding a second router to Fios G1100
So here's my current situation. I live in a 2 family home. On the first floor, my parents have Fios internet and TV set up. I have a cable box upstairs, but I'm looking to add a router to extend the...
View ArticleIsn't a 4-Way Splitter Overdoing for a Customer Who Has Only 1 STB
Isn't a 4-Way Splitter Overdoing for a Customer Who Has Only 1 STB and one VZ Router? How hot is signal coming from the ONT? For a customer only having one STB and one Router for internet, isn't a...
View ArticleQuantum Gateway Firmware
Sometime in the middle of the night, the Quantum Gateway acquired new firmware and was wondering what the firmware fixed. If anyone knows about this please let me know... Thanks This is the new...
View ArticleFiOS Surge Protection (Cable/Internet)
Hi Everyone - Verizon FiOS is coming to my house next weekend and I want to make sure I set my house up properly for surge protection (since I live in FL). 1) I have a Whole House Surge Protector...
View ArticleHave You Ever Considered Replacing VZ's Supplied Coaxial Cabling?
Have You Ever Considered Replacing VZ's Supplied Coaxial Cabling with something of your preference, such as Quad-Shielded Cabling, Solid Copper Conductors, Extra Rigidity and Durability, and so on? --...
View ArticleIs it worth complaining to the NYC DoITT?
Or will nothing come of it? Verizon obviously doesn't want to run lines to my building because they can see that I am not an apartment and nor am I willing to give them a 2 or 5 year contract like a...
View ArticleShould I disable compatibility mode in my router for 802.11b/g?
I'm using Actiontec MI424WR I, and all of my wireless devices are 802.11n or newer. Should I switch from Compatibility to Performance (802.11n) mode if I'm not planning on using 802.11b/g devices? Any...
View ArticleInstallation issue
Hello in moving to a new home im renting an apartment here is the issue the lanlord wants no holes and he will help the tech run the wire now what should the standard wiring be since im getting the...
View ArticleIssue with Lan-to-Lan connection with Actiontec Router
I followed the instructions for Lan-to-Lan (http://www.dslreports.com/faq/15993 and it works until the IP address resets. I think the issue is the my primary router (Apple Airport) still connects using...
View Article[Networking] VLANs on Actiontec Rev. I
Having a hell of a time trying to get VLANs working on a Rev. I Actiontec router. I previously had a Rev E in this location that was working just fine. My goal is to have 3 VLANs, two tagged ports, and...
View Articleis 25/25 isp-only being sold in NYC ?
I see $30/mo 25/25 offers discussed around the web, but all the marketing in NYC seems to start at 50/50. my building hallways are being fiber taped, and I want to insist on getting their slowest &...
View ArticleUnable to access corporate webmail site on WiFi (can on wired)
Hi All, I am using a MI424WR-GEN3I router, running firmware 40.21.10.3. Starting at at some point over the past 1-2 months, I have been unable to access my corporate webmail site, but ONLY have this...
View ArticleFiOS Ethernet Connection / Check Yours
I found out in another thread that the termination in my ONT is pretty messy and I wanted to see if any other forum users had pictures of their own connection? Mine currently works as advertised so I'm...
View ArticleHow Do I Extend WiFi
Hi Everyone - I currently have FiOS 100/100 and so far everything has been awesome. My TV in my living room is WAY to far away from my router to hook up via Ethernet. My WiFi connection is "Good" but...
View ArticleNew FiOS customer (about time) and some questions
Hello All. Just joined DSL Reports. :) I anticipate becoming a new FiOS customer for the house I am planning to build in Florida. It will be for "Internet only" (No TV or Phone). I will do my research...
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