NBomb
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Etobicoke, ON | reply to usuckbell
Re: MODEM - Options So what are some possible options for modems here?
Zyxel? Actiontec? |
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So, is there both a stinger and a 7330 in that picture? |
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Ottawa, ON | it's a bit disturbing that there isn't some concrete barrier around it to prevent a truck or car from smashing it by accident. |
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Any of those, including the Huawei HG610, Techicolor TG789vn, and probably the Comtrend CT-5372 too. Just be aware that if you get an Actiontec or Zyxel which was used on Telus' network, it'll be locked down. |
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said by smartel:So, is there both a stinger and a 7330 in that picture?
No, just two Stinger CRs. |
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1 edit | said by usuckbell:said by smartel:So, is there both a stinger and a 7330 in that picture?
No, just two Stinger CRs. actually i think your mistaken
the pack on the far side of the cabinet looks like an alcatel unit
edit: the picture is a little blury though. a sharper front profile shot would be ideal to say for sure
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Ya the one on the right in the picture looks like an alcatel unit to me.
Honestly I'm going purely by the shape of the top corners. Out in my neck of the woods that is Bell territory, it's how we as techs quickly identify the type of equipment were working on.
edit: it doesn't look exactly the same as the one usuckbell posted a picture of. it looks a bit smaller. it could be a Alcatel VSEM .
vsem: »www3.alcatel-lucent.com/products···dex.html
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said by usuckbell:Any of those, including the Huawei HG610, Techicolor TG789vn, and probably the Comtrend CT-5372 too. Just be aware that if you get an Actiontec or Zyxel which was used on Telus' network, it'll be locked down.
I was under the impression that there where some compatibility problems on VDSL2 with Stinger and modems that uses Broadcom chips? |
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TypeS
join:2012-12-17
London, ON Reviews:
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| said by smartel:said by usuckbell:Any of those, including the Huawei HG610, Techicolor TG789vn, and probably the Comtrend CT-5372 too. Just be aware that if you get an Actiontec or Zyxel which was used on Telus' network, it'll be locked down.
I was under the impression that there where some compatibility problems on VDSL2 with Stinger and modems that uses Broadcom chips? Correct, right now you're only option for a modem if you're on a Stinger remote is the one Bell supplies.
With the 7330 remotes it appears there's a range of modems you can choose from.
Although its moot point right now, it's unclear if Bell will allow BYOM that isn't a Sagemcom right now. The activation of a VDSL2 service might be tied a Sagemcom modem. So if you found out you're on a 7330 remote, and wanted to use another modem, you might still be forced to either rent or buy a Sagemcom to activate the VDSL2 line.
No one from TSI or Bell has given a concrete answer to this yet.
Comments have been sent to the CRTC regarding exactly this: »CRTC 2013-80 Optional Upstream Speeds, DSL Modem Cert |
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DavesnothereNo-BHELL-ity DOES have its Advantages
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said by brad:said by TypeS:For the same reasons the SB5101N or Thompson/RCA DCM425 won't be supported on anything 25/2 and up.
Even trying with 25/2 is a bad idea and users trying are the pricks on the network.
And most of these D2 modem users don't even REALIZE what a problem they are likely causing to other users, in regard to congestion.
Others will parrot : "Well the D2 spec sheet says my modem is good up to xyz Mbps...."
A few, however, know perfectly well the behaviour flaws of D2 modems, use them anyway, and don't give a damn about anyone else. |
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said by TypeS:For the same reasons the SB5101N or Thompson/RCA DCM425 won't be supported on anything 25/2 and up. The required bandwidth per channel is way too close to the max. It will likely cause you to not get the speed you'd want and could cause congestion for your neighbours on cable internet as well.
I've described it to a friend as... driving on the 401 with an old slow car. Yes it's possible and it may eventually get up to highway speeds but its not very efficient, and in the left lane you'll probably get an angry conga line of drivers behind you... so better to NOT do it.  |
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hope the BYOM is finalised this week! |
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DavesnothereNo-BHELL-ity DOES have its Advantages
join:2009-06-15
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said by videonerd:said by TypeS:....It will likely cause you to not get the speed you'd want and could cause congestion for your neighbours on cable internet as well.
I've described it to a friend as... driving on the 401 with an old slow car. Yes it's possible and it may eventually get up to highway speeds but its not very efficient, and in the left lane you'll probably get an angry conga line of drivers behind you... so better to NOT do it.
Good analogy !  |
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Cmon Teksavvy. Give me some modem options. I'm ready to get some decent upload speeds! |
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From another thread here on DSLR, in a filing by CNOC to the CRTC:
»/r0/download/2···3-80.pdf
22 - The Bell companies have advised that wholesale firmware would be available in the first quarter of 2013, but to date no such firmware has been made available. The retail firmware contained in the modem is very limited in its features.
23 - The Bell companies track the serial numbers of all purchased modems and do not allow a new end-user order to be placed without the inclusion of a modem serial number.
29 - The problem is that Type B DSLAM line cards are technically deficient. The Bell companies appear to be reluctant to fix them, and so they prefer to use custom made VDSL modems to "hide" the problem, although even that is not working all that well. As a result, wholesale customers have been forced to obtain custom modems from Bell on a sole sourced and non-regulated basis.
»forums.redflagdeals.com/vianet-f···1321721/
Sounds like Vianet is starting to offer BOYM... |
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TypeS
join:2012-12-17
London, ON Reviews:
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| Heh, unless Vianet has access to some Bell database that tells them where Stingers and 7330s are deployed, I can already see the huge can of worms they just opened on themselves. I believe it was mentioned you won't know if you're on a Stinger or 7330 until you actually have the service. Someone signs for Vianet VDSL2, buys a Hauwei or Zyxel, they find on they're on a Stinger on activation day and then that shiny brand new modem they bought is a paper weight.
I think they jumped the gun too soon on this. |
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Any news on the modem purchase option ?
thanks |
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bump? |
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join:2006-02-15
Scarborough, ON | reply to TSI Marc
I'm waiting in suspense too. I'm ready to put in the order once the announcement is made.
Marc did say there was an ETA of 1-2 weeks, and considering the first post was made on March 22, 2013- an announcement should be made soon. I hope. |
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