The Westell 6100 modem/router Verizon is supplying can be used in either Router or Bridge mode; if you are already using a router, or want to, you need to put the modem in Bridge mode or you'll have problems. Here's how:
First, connect your PC directly to the Westell 6100 with an ethernet (CAT5 or CAT5e) cable, bypassing your router. (You may also try to release your IP address at this point, though it often doesn't work with Verizon). In your browser's address box, type 192.168.1.1 to access the Modem Configuration utility. When asked for user name and password, enter your router's username and password (default for the Verizon issued routers is typically "user=admin, password=password"). Now, from the Configuration menu, choose VC configuration, hit the top Edit button. In the popup, set protocol to Bridge. Then below in VC 1 Bridge Settings set the mode to Bridge. Hit Set VC. Save. Then, again in the Configuration menu, select DHCP Configuration and set the dropdown to OFF. Hit save and log off the utility.
Skip this next step if you've already been using your router to supply PPPoE with your username and password already. Unplug the cable from the modem and hook it up directly to your router (so your computer and your router are now hooked up and the modem isn't in the mix). Enter your router's configuration area (usually 192.168.2.1), choose PPPoE and, in the PPPoE area, change the log on entries to your Verizon username and password.
Now (almost done!) hook a cable between the modem and the router (Verizon usually supplies one), leaving the PC to router connection in place. Reboot both devices. All should work fine now.
Most people don't need any more complex procedures, so try these first. However, on occasion, you will need some additional steps, including cloning MAC addresses. If you have trouble, check out the diagrams and instructions here: »members.verizon.net/~res08lyg/6100.htm
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