I need to replace my DSL/ROUTER modem. I’m following the advice that I should get two seperate devices. Does it make a difference when purchasing a router that it’s going to be used with a DSL modem? Any suggestions on what models perform the best would be appreciated.
DSL MODEM
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looney2ns
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No.
https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-RT-AC1900-Router/dp/B01GK8ZXDE/ref=sr_1_20?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1508690876&sr=1-20&keywords=asus+router
Has OpenVPN included.
You need to buy a modem that is supported by your provider.
https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-RT-AC1900-Router/dp/B01GK8ZXDE/ref=sr_1_20?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1508690876&sr=1-20&keywords=asus+router
Has OpenVPN included.
You need to buy a modem that is supported by your provider.
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Looney2ns this Router looks fine and if you say it’s good that’s enough for me. Now the modem, it doesn’t appear ASUS makes JSU a DSL modem. I call my provider and they say I can buy what I want they don’t have a list. The person wasn’t very knowledgeable he only knew about 5he Router/modems they provide, visionnet. He said just make sure it’s DOCSIS 3.0. I don’t think that would make a difference to me as my download speed is only 7mps and the one I’m using is a 2.0.
Any advice on a modem? Also is a DSL modem considered a cable modem? Would like to stick to a ASUS if possible.
The RT-AC68U seems to be a newer version of the one you suggested.
Any advice on a modem? Also is a DSL modem considered a cable modem? Would like to stick to a ASUS if possible.
The RT-AC68U seems to be a newer version of the one you suggested.
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alastairstevenson
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True, as that's a cable modem standard, not a DSL standard.
No, these are different communications technologies.
What does the 2.0 refer to? ADSL2 ?
You do seem sure you're on an (A)DSL connection.
What's the model of the router?
http://a.co/dxssyR2
This router is the same hardware as what @looney2ns linked. It has customized firmware designed for T-Mobile subscribers, but works for anyone. You can in fact go through a complicated re-flashing process if you wanted to convert this to the generic model and save around $60.
DSL uses telephone wire. DOCSIS uses coax cable. It is super-easy to tell them apart.
This router is the same hardware as what @looney2ns linked. It has customized firmware designed for T-Mobile subscribers, but works for anyone. You can in fact go through a complicated re-flashing process if you wanted to convert this to the generic model and save around $60.
DSL uses telephone wire. DOCSIS uses coax cable. It is super-easy to tell them apart.
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alastairstevenson
I have a dsl/router combination. On the back it says ADSL2+ 4 ports w/usb. It’s the one supplied by the telephone company. It’s a VisionNet. It’s the eight one in seven years with the others destroyed by lightning. This one was only half destroyed. No cable is available where I live. As you’ve already figured out I haven’t a clue what I’m trying to do. My original project was Cameras for my house. Sounded fairly easy but not so. I really don’t want know about equipment and really don’t want to know, but have been learning. I just need something that works.
I’ve read all about the need for a VPN and everything associated with it. Boy what have I gotten myself into. So I need some advice about purchasing a seperate modem and router as suggested here. However that seems a bit more difficult to find than a combo unit. The suggest brand is an ASUS but they don’t sell a seperate DSL modem from what I can find. They do sell the combination devices. I may go that route as that’s what I have now. I was relying on advice from the forum. Doesn’t seem to be to may DSL users out there.
So what’d a think
I have a dsl/router combination. On the back it says ADSL2+ 4 ports w/usb. It’s the one supplied by the telephone company. It’s a VisionNet. It’s the eight one in seven years with the others destroyed by lightning. This one was only half destroyed. No cable is available where I live. As you’ve already figured out I haven’t a clue what I’m trying to do. My original project was Cameras for my house. Sounded fairly easy but not so. I really don’t want know about equipment and really don’t want to know, but have been learning. I just need something that works.
I’ve read all about the need for a VPN and everything associated with it. Boy what have I gotten myself into. So I need some advice about purchasing a seperate modem and router as suggested here. However that seems a bit more difficult to find than a combo unit. The suggest brand is an ASUS but they don’t sell a seperate DSL modem from what I can find. They do sell the combination devices. I may go that route as that’s what I have now. I was relying on advice from the forum. Doesn’t seem to be to may DSL users out there.
So what’d a think
Most DSL users just use the modem/router combo provided by their ISP, and add their own router to that if they want. It is quite uncommon for people to buy their own DSL modem. Why do you want to in the first place?
Particularly if the ISP-provided modems have a bridge mode, then you can just enable that and it will bypass the typical routing functions like NAT and DHCP.
Particularly if the ISP-provided modems have a bridge mode, then you can just enable that and it will bypass the typical routing functions like NAT and DHCP.
When I say they provide it; I pay from them. There kind enough to break it up into monthly payments which seems to be a forever thing. The one I have now is damaged so I need something new anyway so I figured I’d get something better. They only provide visionNet modems.
Unfortunately DSL is pretty complicated. There are a whole bunch of standards with various capabilities and not all modems support all standards. If you can get into your modem and find out all the specific details about your connection, that would help find a compatible modem that doesn't cost a fortune.
For example, this is mine, though my modem has two incoming telephone lines which makes it particularly special.
For example, this is mine, though my modem has two incoming telephone lines which makes it particularly special.
Try the "Snipping Tool" built in to windows.
That doesn't really tell us anything except your internet speeds (which are appropriate for some kind of ADSL).
Local IP addresses are nothing that needs to be kept secret, though you should not expose your public IP address because that can make you a target for trolls.
Local IP addresses are nothing that needs to be kept secret, though you should not expose your public IP address because that can make you a target for trolls.