Replacing Rev. e
There is currently a Rev. E installed that only broadcasts wireless g. I chatted Verizon citing there were connection dropouts, the lack of wireless n, etc. and they wouldn't replace the router. The...
View ArticleMoCA Extender/Bridge Internet Connectivity Issues
I'm home visiting my parents, and someone (not sure who) configured an ActionTec WCB3000 incorrectly. From what I've read, it looks like it's supposed to be a WiFi extender, connecting to the...
View ArticleSimple Network Riddle: Router placement
Question: Does all internet traffic have to initially go through a router in a home network? Background: I currently have Verizon Fios for my internet service. Currently, from the ONT, an ethernet...
View ArticleSpeed Increase
Verizon has offered to increase my internet speed from 100 Mbps to 150 Mbps for $ 10 more per month. Is this worthwhile?
View ArticleCannot view FIOS speed plans
For the last week when I check verizon.com to see what FIOS plans are available I get an error message to try later or call my local business office. Anyone else seeing this? I asked the Verizon Direct...
View ArticleReplace Gateway G1100 with a new one
My FIOS Gateway would not allow wired devices to connect to the Internet - including the TVs. Wireless devices connected fine. Seemed very strange to me. Verizon sent me a new router today, but after...
View Article[Networking] Actiontec WCB3000N Keeps renaming wifi networks
I have a wifi extender. I have this recurring problem where it will rename the networks to match the gateway. I want to keep the names unique so I know when I am connected to the extender. Is there a...
View ArticleNew fios expansion - cant get any info
So I know fios has been "dead" for some time except for fill in and normal replacement. Well one of those has been happening in my town, I posted a while back on how to tell for sure if it was coming...
View Article[Networking] 2nd router per FAQ 12506
Following the FAQ directions, I'm trying to set up a westell9100em as the extender to my base Actiontec. OK until step 8; I can't find a way to edit the IP address and subnet mask. I can add an...
View ArticleBest way to request ethernet only install?
I just moved to an apartment that had FiOS service. I currently have Time Warner, but will be switching to FiOS later this month. The house is wired with coax, but I have my own standalone router and...
View Article[Networking] Difficulty adding a 3rd fios router
Hello all, my uncle had an extra fios router that he didn't want so he gave it to me. Previously I had 2 fios routers (1 with the red outline and one with the gray outline) and 1 ASUS router (this...
View ArticleInterpreting messages in log files for Actiontec routers
I have an Actiontec MI424WR-Rev I router. Can anyone explain what these lines from the log file mean: XAug 7 22:06:26 2016 Persistent Log CWMP Connection Request Inform initial 401 challengeAug 7...
View Articlequestion about wiring for Fios Quantum
I want to get Fios Quantum 150/150 service in a house with one CAT6 Ethernet and one RG6 coax jack already wired in each room. I'm assuming the router needs an ethernet run to the ONT but I want all...
View ArticleInternet Service Outage in NE Queens, NY - Anyone Else?
Hi. I lost my internet service at approx. 18:00 this evening. This was about the same time a strong thunderstorm was in the area. At first my WAN light was a steady white, but I had no access to the...
View Article[FiOS Phone] Scammers are getting through the Verizon Fios blocklist
Greetings, I make extensive use of the 100 number VZ Fios blocklist for my landline. It appears that in recent days, scammers have pummeled my landline number repeatedly with their dialing equipment...
View ArticleJAVA Error When Trying to Use Web Page to Listen to VM
I recently loaded Win10 to my machine. I am now unable to use the web page to play my VM messages. I get a Java error: Could not verify the signing in resource:...
View ArticleRouter Advice - The new guy
Hey guys. I need your advice. Ive been using Verizons quantum router to act as my router for my home. I decided that I want to stop paying the $10/month and get my own router. Right now, Im getting...
View ArticleCan't get Guest Wi-Fi to work on Quantum router?
I have a Quantum Gateway router that (as far as I can tell) works fine when connecting to the regular network. However, I can't get the Guest Wi-Fi feature to work. I log into the router web page, set...
View ArticleProblem with Verizon Emails?
Is anyone else having a problem with their emails tonight? Verizon suddenly will not recognize my password so I cannot log on to its website, nor can I receive emails through my Windows Mail. This...
View Article[Networking] Easiest way to upgrade Actiontec to Quantum Gateway router advice
I will be upgrading my existing FiOS Actiontec router (the red banded one) to the newer Quantum Gateway router. I realize that in theory it is fairly plug and play to get the new one up and running,...
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