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4. Hardware·What equipment does verizon use for routers and modems
·What is a microfilter?
·Westell InfoSpeeed Modem
·White Westell Firmware
·Fujitsu Speedport Modem
·What cable do I use with my Fujitsu modem?
·How do I make a dedicated DSL line in an apartment or other multi-user dwelling?
·How do I wire up a filter and a dedicated wire in my outside NID?
·What is a NID?
·What is a splitter?
·What is a half ringer?
·Where can I purchase a splitter?
·Filter Vs splitter
·Were can I get help with my new hub,NIC or router?
·What is included in the GTE DSL Self Installation Kit?
·How do I use a router with the Westell 2200?
·How do I use a router with the Westell 6100?
| | | Verizon no longer issues the Fujitsu Speedport modem or the Westell InfoSpeeed Modem.
Other than the the Westell 6110 which is a pure bridge modem, all other modems that are issued now are routing modems (they have a router built in). These include the Westell 2200,(almost obsolete now) 6100, 6100F, 327W and 7500 and the Actiontec 701c and 704wg. he
The Westell 2200, 6100, 6100F and Actiontec 701c have only one ethernet port. They require a switch or hub when connecting multiple computers. The Westell 327w, 7500 and Actiontec 704wg all have 4 ethernet ports and a built in wireless access point.
With thanks to Bytebender for this update.
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last modified: 2008-07-07 16:19:07 | | | The microfilter strips the DSL signal from the phone line. Using a microfilter on the line going to the DSL bridge (modem) means that you will NEVER GET SYNC. EVER. Please read the information that came with the system. The microfilter goes on all ANALOG devices
Microfilters trap or block a specified frequency in this case the range that ADSL runs at. The voice portion of your phone service works at a lower frequency than DSL. DSL is a high frequency signal so the lines with the POTS connections (POTS=Plain old Telephone service) has to have a filter on it if it shares the same line as the ADSL service. If not then you should hear a bunch of hissing and heavy white noise like when the station goes off on a TV set and you see and hear the static.
The multiple high frequency carriers beating against each other cause hissing on an unfiltered DSL line. This is a fairly even and steady hiss with no pops or crackles. Filtering the high frequencies will thus stop this hissing.
Hissing that is not stopped by filters would have another cause. Static -- sharp crackles somewhat like the crumpling of cellophane -- is *always* bad. Usually caused by faulty wiring. Whatever is causing the static *will* knock your DSL. This could be a phone. Unplug all your phones and faxes and modems; plug in a known (tested at a neighbor) good phone and test. If quiet, plug in devices until the noise returns. Remove faulty device from service. Else, if you are on the wire plan (pay your $1/month or so for coverage of inside wire and jacks) call 611 voice repair and tell them you have a problem with your line. Else, disconnect all of your premise wiring from the protector and test with your known good phone at that point. If quiet, tie IWs down one at a time to find the culprit. Replace or retire the faulty IW. Else, call 611 and tell them you have a noisy loop.
Item in lower right is a Line Swapper. It is used to swap the red/green pair with the yellow/black. ( 2 and 3 with 1 and 4)
Microfilter installation guide
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Westell Wirespeed Lights Diagram
Power LED
• Solid Green = Power ON
• No Light = No power
Ready LED [Shows sync and modem diagnostic status]
• Slow Flashing Green = Power ON and passed power-up diagnostics (1 flash/sec) No Sync. Bad news.
• Moderate Flashing Green = Power ON and attempting synchronization (2 flashes/sec) The modem is attempting to sync
• Solid Green = Power ON and synchronized with the DSLAM at the Central Office ; Good news! You're synced with the DLSAM!
• Solid Red = Hardware power-up in progress
• Blinking Red = Unit failed power-up diagnostic. Modem is defective or firmware is FUBAR'd; bad news
NOTE:It is possible to hard-reset this modem if you are brave enough to open it up and short 2 traces on the circuit board. I successfully "revived" my "FUBAR" WireSpeed using the technique I've documented at /forum/remark,7089129~root=equip,36~mode=flat
• Alternating Red/Green = Modem diagnostic failed. Bad News indicates hardware/firmware problem.
• No Light = No power
Link LED [Shows NIC link status]
• Solid Green = Link established
• No Light = No 10BaseT link ; *Note: The modem doesn't necessarily need to be plugged into a NIC to sync.*
Activity LED
• Pulsing Yellow = Data being transmitted. Pulses should match the reception or transmission of Ethernet data.
• No Light = No data being transmitted on Ethernet interface
Click here to view the data sheet
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last modified: 2003-06-19 22:11:49 | | | The Bridge Upgrade (Westell Software Installation Utility) is a field upgrade to enable ADSL modems to support the following functions:
Configurable PVC (VPI/VCI values)
Support for 8 PVCs
Configurable Bridge Filters
Configurable Peak Cell Rate (PCR)
Forward Broadcast
Forward IP Multicast
The package comes with different firmware depending on the model:
A90 -> 1.10.0
B90 -> 6.0.8
It will make no noticeable difference with your throughput.
Make sure you have TCP/IP protocol so it can communicate with the modem and disable the firewall. Also, be sure to remove any routers, you want to be connected from the computer directly to the modem.
For the software to be able to see the modem, you must set the IP / Netmask of the computer you're running the upgrade from to 192.168.1.1 / 255.255.0.0.
You will able to go back to the old firmware when using the uninstall feature of the Westell utility manager, the same utility that installed the firmware. The utility did not flash the old firmware but retained it, Westell must have thought about this and it makes sense for recovery purposes. Do Not upgrade the modem twice, it will negate the back out procedure.
Firmware is available here:
BA users
Other Users
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Name» Indicator State» Meaning
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Power» Solid Green» Power on
Off» Check power connection
Modem» Solid Green» Link established with LEC
Blinking Green» attempting to establish link with LEC » pending/failed
Off» Modem is unable to establish connection with NIC
Data» Solid Green» Modem operating at full speed
Blinking Green» Attempt to establish full speed link with LEC» pending/fa iled
Off» Attempting to establish full speed link with LEC» failed
DSL Modem Line Code: DMT
Full-Rate ADSL and ADSL G.Lite functionality
Standards Supported: ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 category II, ITU-T G.992.1 and ITU-T G.992.2
Error Correction: Reed-Solomon block code
Transmit Power: 13.5 dBm 0.5 dB (measured over 135W load)
Data Rates: Asymmetrical. Downstream rates up to 8.192 Mbps and upstream rates of up to 768Kbps, with 32 Kbps resolution.
Automatic data rate adaptation: CPE and CO modems negotiate, in the startup process, the highest data rate possible for the specific line and noise conditions.
Automatic operation mode: The CPE and CO modems negotiate using the G.994.1 (Handshake) standard protocol to choose operation mode (Full Rate Lite or Issue 2 ADSL)
Loop reach and noise requirements: In accordance with ANSI T1.413 Issue2 category II, ETSI ETR 328 and ITU-T G.996.1.
Bit Error Rate: 1E-7 or better.
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last modified: 2002-08-26 17:35:53 | | | One of the modems (the RA12) uses a crossover cable, the other modem (RA14 the newest one that are sent out uses a straight line cable). If you look at the bottom of the modem at the end of one of the serial numbers it will say RA12 or Ra14, the way you tell the cable, Hold the two ends next to each other, look at the wires inside, on the crossover cable the colors will be on opposite sides of each end, on the straight line cable they will be identical.
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last modified: 2002-08-26 17:39:11 | | | Having a dedicated pair to use for DSL doesn't mean that a new wire must be placed. If there is extra pairs available in the existing wire then they can be used. A step-by-step post with pictures can be seen here:
Apartment Install
NOTE: Tampering with "Telco only" equipment may result in lose of service or fines. Telco equipment shown for illustrative purposes only.
This method uses a filter placed outside and makes use of one of the extra pairs in the existing wire.
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last modified: 2002-08-26 17:39:56 | | | This is a step-by-step way to wire an outside NID (telco box that separates the inside house wiring from the outside telco wiring). This method needs to used if there's an alarm, or the existing wiring degrades the DSL line.
NOTE: Tampering with "Telco side only" equipment may result in lose of service or fines. Telco side is open for illustrative purposes only.
Home wiring details
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last modified: 2002-08-26 17:40:27 | | | A device that terminates copper pair from the serving central office at the user's destination and which is typically located outside that location.
Old NID on left. Modern on right.
Open for a illustrative purposes. Tampering with Telco equipment may result in fines and/or lose of service.
Antique NID
Here are some older protectors that some people will still have in their homes. The one on the Left was used in the 40's-60's. The customer wire is on top (historically correct). This is where you would install your own wiring. The fatter gray (olive) wire on top is the ground wire. The fat black wire on the bottom is the drop (not customer serviceable). The brass rails are shunts, which bypassed the red fuses underneath. The black bakelite (sometimes brass) round piece is the cover for carbon protectors, which shunt any over voltage to ground.
The protector on the right dates back to 1914. Notice it has no shunts and still used the red fuses. The carbon protectors are under the brass cap. It has no wiring because it is old and I do not want to disturb it. It lays out the same as the other.
Many homes still use these protectors. Do not be afraid of them. They will not affect your DSL service and are perfectly capable of protecting your line. You may want to brush off the dryer lint and cobwebs though.
If you are doing your own wiring, do not mess with the drop wire. Remember that there is voltage on the line and it will bite you. Use good wire (cat3, no stranded or flat wire). If you are unsure, CALL A PRO.
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last modified: 2002-08-26 17:41:36 | | | A POTS splitter uses a low pass filter to separate the low end
frequencies of the telephone audio spectrum from the higher
frequencies of the xDSL signals. The splitter should be a passive
device, not requiring power so that "life-line,” voice service can be
provided as has been in the past. This splitter allows for the
traditional voice service that consumers are accustomed to. A splitter
is required at both the customer premises and at the far end (CO).
xDSL that does not use a POTS splitter on customer premises is termed
"splitter-less xDSL". However, there really is no such thing as
splitter-less xDSL. The splitter function in these cases is just
performed at the provider, generally the CO. Whether a POTS
splitter is required or not depends on the xDSL service being
provided.
External
Internal
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last modified: 2002-08-26 17:42:11 | | | It is a test gadget which the company normally connects to the telephone line at the subscriber end of the line. This will allow the technician to perform a quick GO-NO-GO test at the CO to determine continuity of the pair from the CO to the subscribers protector box.
Also called a maintenance unit.
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last modified: 2002-08-26 17:43:02 | | | The best price can be found on Ebay $15-$20
But if your not into auctions then you can purchase one from westell for $46
or from
Santa Cruz Electronics for $43.95. This one is the Siecor SPS-H70-SR1
Corning xDSL POTS Splitter
$49.95
Specs on the Corning xDSL POTS Splitter
Outdoor Ancillary Device
Keptel POTS Splitter
$19.95
Specs on the Keptel POTS Splitter
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last modified: 2003-07-14 16:16:28 | | | A splitter is preferred over a filter. Having a splitter has been known to increase your bandwidth a little because the filters add line length. And extra line length on an already long line can be detrimental.
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last modified: 2002-08-26 17:46:55 | | | DSLR has it's own forums for this. They are found here.
http://Hubs routers & NICs
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last modified: 2002-08-26 17:47:27 | | | The DSL Self Installation Kit will include the following items:
ADSL modem with power supply, RJ-45 and RJ-11 line cords
Five telephone micro-filters (Four in-line and one wall telephone capable)
One dual jack adapter/splitter
Hard copy of manuals, DSL Installation/Troubleshooting Guide
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last modified: 2002-08-26 17:47:55 | | | The Westell 2200 wired 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 2200 with an ethernet (CAT5 or CAT5e) cable, bypassing your router. 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 and set the 0/35 to bridge mode by clicking the "edit" button and using the drop down menu. Do not disable the 0/35. Save. Then, again in the Configuration menu, select DHCP Configuration and turn off the DHCP Server. 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.
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last modified: 2006-07-10 10:18:35 | | | The 6100 is a modem/router combination unit, meaning it contains a DSL modem and a general purpose NAT (Network Address Translation) router. "Bridging" means disabling both the public and private side of the NAT router, thereby turning the 6100 into a simple DSL-to-Ethernet bridge, or "dumb modem".
If you are already using a router, or want to, (examples: if you already have your LAN set up and simply need to connect it to the internet; or you want to add wireless connectivity to your connection; or you want to use an optimised-for-gaming router; or you want to add a VoIP router), you will want to bridge the 6100.
For optimum performance and reliability the connection should only be going through one NAT router. When the connection goes through multiple NAT routers, troubles like NAT conflicts will cause router lock ups and loss of connectivity, and configuring access for things like game consoles, VPN tunnels, remote access, server applications, security cameras, or high-end multiplayer games will be difficult if not impossible.
Virtually all Westells with a GUI used the white & blue "Westell" branded firmware until sometime in 2007. I believe version 4 was the last white & blue firmware. The red & black "Verizon" branded firmware was rolled out in 2007. You may be running version 5 or 6.
When the Westell is bridged, it will have no router functions at all, no subnet, no IP, and no default gateway. The router connected to the Westell will acquire and hold the Public IP address and will determine the LAN IP addresses and subnet.
The Westell 6100 modem/router supplied by Verizon 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. These instructions apply to the Westell 2200, 6100, 6100F, 327W, and 7500 models.
• You should follow these instructions with one PC connected to the Westell using the supplied Ethernet cable (CAT5 or CAT5e) and that you are online and able to browse to various web sites. If you already had a LAN setup and were online but needed to replace your modem, temporarily connect one PC directly to the Westell using the supplied Ethernet cable before continuing.
• Temporarily turn off all firewalls and pop-up blockers on the PC.
• 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 (the default for the Verizon issued routers is typically "user=admin, password=password").
• Here you may get a screen titled User Settings, this is asking you to change the username and password for the Westell, invent and enter a username and a password, (record these somewhere so you don't forget them).
If your Westell uses the white and blue Westell firmware:
• 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.Early 6100
• 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.
• 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
If your Westell uses the red and black Verizon firmware:
(Wireless Settings won't be there on the 6100 or 6100F, the left panel may be called "My Modem")
• Select the My Network icon, then select Network Connections from the left menu.
(Only the top two connections will be listed in the 6100 and 6100F)
• On the Broadband Connection screen click on the words "(Broadband Connection DSL)".
• PPPoE customers will see this screen. If you use a DHCP type Internet connection the screen will be different, you will have a "release" button in the top section - use it now to release your public IP. Then, locate the VCs section, locate the line " Enabled, VPI 0, and VCI 35 ..." and click the notepad icon under Edit on the right to get to the VC 1 Configuration screen.
• In the VC 1 Configuration screen open the drop down box beside "Protocol" and choose "Bridge". If your connection type is DHCP the Protocol should already be "Bridge". Once Bridge is chosen, the screen will change – open the drop down box beside "Bridge Mode" and choose "Bridge", then click the Apply button at the bottom. This has disabled the Public side of the 6100's router.
• The modem will reset. Next you need to disable the Private side, the DHCP server - click the My Network icon again, click Network Connections from the left menu again. On the Broadband Connection screen, click the word "Lan", on the next screen remove the topmost checkmark (Private LAN DHCP Server enable), click apply or save settings.
• The same page will return. The Westell is now bridged, the Internet light will no longer light, log off the utility.
Back to common steps:
• Power down and disconnect the PC from the Westell.
• Connect the Ethernet cable from the Westell to the port on your router labeled WAN, (or Internet). Connect an Ethernet cable from one of the LAN ports of your router to your PC. Power up the Westell, wait for the DSL light to stop blinking then power up your router, then the PC. When the PC boots up your firewalls and pop-up blockers may be re-enabled, it may be necessary to turn them off again.
• Skip this next step if you've already been using your router to supply PPPoE with your username and password.
• If your router came with a setup disk insert it now, otherwise open a web browser and access the Router's GUI, usually at 192.168.0.1, or 192.168.1.1, or 192.168.2.1. If the router has a Setup Wizard use it, otherwise manually configure the router for your Internet connection type. (Note: most routers default to "Automatic" which is DHCP). If you connect via PPPoE you will need to supply your Verizon Username and Password so the router can acquire a Public IP address, if you connect via DHCP you may also need to use the router's MAC cloning feature, enter the MAC address from the Westell's label and your router will use it to acquire a Public IP address.
• Test that you can browse to some safe web pages, then turn your firewalls and pop-up blockers back on.
For a Westell E90-610015-06, try the instructions in this post.
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