[Networking] Frontier branded MI424WR-rev I on Verizon
I need to upgrade my router (Verizon dictate) and I have found a Frontier branded MI424WR rev I router. I have gotten conflicting accounts as to whether the firmware difference will be a problem. Has...
View Article[Networking] GRE Wont Work With ActionTec mi424wr
Hello! I have been working with GRE's lately to prepare to host some servers at home. I noticed that for some reason my GRE's won't connect at all. I have gone into "Port Forwarding Rules" and added...
View ArticleDid I break my ONT?
I just self-activated FIOS internet 4 days ago (had account with them until 3 years ago and still have an equipment). I used MI424R Rev I that I bought on ebay. It was connected via Ethernet (this is...
View Article[Networking] COAX to ethernet bridge\switch
Trying not to bore anymore holes through my walls. Is there a way of getting ethernet from the COAX before it goes into the HD STB? Want put wired ethernet to all my devices in my AV center without...
View Article[Networking] New Netgear Router
Hi All, I just picked up a Netgear Nighthawk X4 R7500V2 and I have a question about the setup. I have a VMS setup as well, and I already looked at the FAQ. I have cat5e from my ONT to the WAN on my...
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 Article[Networking] FIOS Quantum Gateway router G1100 issue with L2TP port forwarding
I can confirm that the FIOS Quantum Gate router G1100 (Firmware 01.03.02.03) absolutely has an issue with port forwarding for L2TP (UDP ports 500,1701, 4500, GRE, ESP, AH) as has been reported in this...
View ArticleONT battery removal
I've done a Youtube/Google search on how to remove the battery. All of my searches turn up a different ONT unit. My particular unit is this one https://s7.postimg.io/rlwny8jvf/photo.jpg I've figured...
View Article[ONT] Found a cable in my yard today...
I was mowing the lawn and noticed a small black cable exposed in the yard, which was a bit surprising. It's right in the middle of the yard, and I'm not sure exactly what it is. Anyone have any idea...
View Article[ONT] Battery charger not fuse protected?
I was working in my garage a few days ago and just happened to notice a discolored and deformed area on the top of the FiOS ONT battery charger. I opened the battery compartment and got a little...
View ArticleQuantum Gateway guest network limited to 10 connections?
I subscribe to FiOS business service. I recently replaced my Actiontec router with the Quantum Gateway solely for the sake of getting the guest WiFi functionality. After getting it setup it seemed that...
View ArticleComcast Xfinity offering 2Gbps; Verizon Fios only offering 500Mbps
Both services are available at my address in Northern Virginia. Why doesn't Verizon Fios offer anything higher than 500Mbps?
View ArticleNo fios internet plan under 74.99 a month for current users?
I live in NJ and am on a month to month 50/50 internet only. I had a 12 month discount that lowered the price from $69.99 to $49.99 That discount expires at the end of the month. The price is...
View ArticleMyFiOS App for iOS redesign
Title pretty much explains it. This is not to be confused with the FiOS Mobile App (that's the TV one, this is the account management one). Though to be honest, this app now looks really snazzy, and I...
View ArticleSlow wifi speeds on new Quantum Router.
Slow wifi speeds on new Quantum Router. Just got and installed the new Quantum Router. I have the 75/75 plan. Using wireless with me standing in front of the new router, the most I get is 48 megs down....
View ArticleTV without Box OR Cablecard
Is there anyway to add TV service without a box or cablecard? I just want local channels.
View ArticleReplacing Older BBU - To Prevent Mandatory Battery Installation?
Hello, I have had FiOS since it first came out in 2005, thus I have the earlier BBU. I noticed a few sources including Verizon stating "If you have a backup battery, and do not have voice service...
View Article[Networking] Wireless Devices Dropped from Network - Verizon Refuses to Fix
This has been such a frustrating experience for me - I've always loved having FIOS but will not be switching to xfinity just to get away from Verizon. I'm posting this just in case others have had a...
View ArticleHelp with Using my own router option #8
I'm trying to follow http://www.dslreports.com/faq/16710 option 8 & 9 to use my own router and still keep all the features of the STB/DVR/Caller ID etc. I'll be picking up a 100ft cat 6 cable to...
View ArticleAvailable Internet Speeds
I am a long time FIOS customer and I am basically happy with the services I get. But Verizon never ceases to confuse me. My contract was up and I was toying with the idea of gong from 50Mbs service to...
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