Running ethernet from ONT(Shielded or Unshielded)
I'm planning on running ethernet cable from the ONT to where I have my routher; The ONT is installed right next to the power meter. Should I go with shielded or will normal cat6 be good enough?
View Article[Pricing] Renew Contract or Go Month to Month?
My current contract with Verizon expires in about a week (5/28). My current deal as stated on my bill: Fios TV Select HD: $34.99 Fios Internet 15/15: $5.00 1 HD STB: $5.99 DVR Service: $11.00 Subtotal:...
View ArticleG1100 Gateway update pushed last night in Virginia
Hello, My gateway went out last night sometime between 2-4am and I looked on 192.168.1.1 and there was no update pushed. Did anybody else around Spotsylvania VA have this happen last night? Thanks
View ArticleBuffer Bloat on 100/100
So the new speedtest here has a measurement for buffer bloat (ping under load). I usually score a D on that, sometimes a C (on clean Debian booted from a USB, direct wire to router). Is there any way...
View Article[Networking] Verizon guy: "Just make your FIOS router IP 192.168.0.1" (???)
I need clarification on something. I was under the impression that if I use option #1 in this FAQ: https://www.dslreports.com/faq/16077 That I would have to leave the FIOS router at subnet /24 (after...
View Article[Pricing] Gateway Router (g1100) - purchase
I am renting the Verizon provided G1100 (quantum gateway) router for $10 per month. They would only sell it to me for $199.99 plus tax. I can buy one on Craigslist brand new unopened for $90. No tax....
View ArticleGot switched to Frontier, need to access old Verizon bills
I got switched to Frontier (Tampa, FL here), there is some billing issue. My bill is higher than it was with Verizon. How can i get copies of my last few invoices/bills from Verizon FIOS. Going to...
View ArticleVerizon FIOS Live in City, Not Building
Hey guys, Looking for some help. FIOS is live in my "entire city" (hoboken). I had lived on the northeast corner of an intersection, and had fios in my building. I literally moved across the...
View ArticleATTN: AAA customers can now save!
AAA customers can now save $5/month on double play, $10/month on triple play via Verizon Connections. To claim: Go to:...
View Article[ActionTec] Actiontek MI424wr rev 1 Video wont play with firewall on high
Hi, This is my first post here. This may seem simple but I'm lost. I have Verizon Fios with the Actiontek MI424wr rev 1 Firmware 40.21.18. I have had my firewall setting on HIGH for awhile with no...
View Articleinstalling fiber in my neighborhood
i live in the 19468 area code and verizon is currently in the process of pulling fiber in my neighborhood. with the current strike? will that delay the fiber installation? thanks.
View ArticleStrike is Over
Apparently an agreement in principle has been reached: http://thehill.com/policy/technology/281533-labor-verizon-striking-unions-reach-agreement-in-principle Verizon and labor unions representing...
View ArticleQuestion about my discounts
Guys, I noticed over the weekend my $70 a month discount runs out in August, but my contract runs an additional 14 months. Not sure why the discounts are in synch. My question is, when my discounts run...
View ArticleInternet service coming and going
I live in the Boston Metro west area and have periods where FiOS internet will be working fine then just stop. It will come and go every 5 minutes or so. I have a MI424-WR Rev F fios router. Behind...
View Article[Business] Is canceling and renewing service for better deals
So I'm a bit of an odd situation.. I am a member of a college organization who own our own townhouse off-campus (Well, a block away from campus). We've currently got a Verizon small business plan with...
View ArticleBasic home wiring question for Verizon Fios
Hello all, I am a new member, and I hear this is the forum where the best information comes from. Unfortunately, I am unable to contribute much, but I appreciate the knowledge. Recently, I had Fios...
View Article[Pricing] Gateway Router (g1100) - purchase
I am renting the Verizon provided G1100 (quantum gateway) router for $10 per month. They would only sell it to me for $199.99 plus tax. I can buy one on Craigslist brand new unopened for $90. No tax....
View Article[Pricing] Taxes and Fees
Got my first bill. $25 / month in taxes and fees. This is insane! My estimated taxes and fees when I signed up were $9.98. Go figure: Fees & Other Charges Taxes, Governmental Fees & Surcharges...
View ArticleIs it possible to get Fios installed in my neighborhood?
I'm currently a Comcast subscriber and it was determined that I was eligible for their fiber optic Gigabit Pro service since I am within 1760 feet from a fiber trunk. My question is if I could get in...
View ArticleConnection issues to Battle.net Overwatch IP
While playing Overwatch, I keep seeing the lighning bolt indicator in the upper left indicating that there are some connection issues. When I run a tracert, I consistently get the following results:...
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