T1 equipment info needed in Business Connectivity http://www.dslreports.com/forum/r20919338 en Fri, 04 Dec 2009 06:24:32 EDT Fri, 04 Dec 2009 06:24:32 EDT Re: T1 equipment info needed http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21250002 Splitpair :
said by BFE :

Would the install require running cable from some location near my residence? Or does the telco infrastructure already include it?

Thanks for any input.
Depending on the technology used the T will be delivered over one or two pairs. If your existing drop does not have the needed pair(s) a new drop will be placed by the Telco.

Now a T is a special service as such most Telco's will install the demarcation (Smartjack) at the minimum point of entry which many times with a residence will be outside next to to your existing network interface device (NID) and from there you will be responsible for extending the wiring to your router.

Wayne
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]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21250002 Sat, 11 Oct 2008 06:40:36 EDT Re: T1 equipment info needed http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20924670 RockyBB : your carrier should be giving you guidance on what you need at your location. If you've already placed your order and they didn't go over that info with you, then perhaps you've selected the wrong provider.

In general, a T1 is a business grade service, so providers will expect business grade accommodations, such as a back board to mount their equipment, available light and power, and an uncluttered workspace protected from the weather. If there is a wall between your back board and where your router will be, then you'll have to make arrangements for a "demarc extension" (or "inside wire" extension) either with your provider or by arranging for it yourself. These extensions are not free.

If you have no idea what you're doing, and want to use the circuit at some point soon after the billing start date, then your best bet is to hire a professional telecom wiring contractor to prepare your home for delivery of the circuit.

A T1 circuit typically will use two pair of copper ... if you don't have enough extra wire in the ground between the street and the home, then the local Bell company will be adding additional capacity -- perhaps involving trenching through your lawn or garden.

Relative to the router question, unless you are intending to do something complex your best bet for your first circuit is to let the carrier provide the router. There's less for you to have to play with and bother with, and generally carrier-provided routers include some type of repair or replace provisions. If you decide to buy your own T1 router, realize that your provider is under no obligation to teach you how to use it, nor to spend hours helping you configure and troubleshoot it.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20924670 Sat, 09 Aug 2008 12:13:06 EDT T1 equipment info needed http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20919338 anon : I'm planning to have a T1 line installed at my residence. I an researching the required equipment needed to complete the install on my end.

If the T1 service provider includes the router (for an additional monthly charge), what equipment if any do I need to connect this T1 line internet access to my LAN?

Is it prudent to purchase your own router instead of "leasing" it with the T1 contract? If so, any guidance on make and model of router that would suit my needs - ie. 5 workstations and internet access only - no voice needed.

Would the install require running cable from some location near my residence? Or does the telco infrastructure already include it?

Thanks for any input.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,20919338 Fri, 08 Aug 2008 11:40:26 EDT