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All fixed, had to call my provider to reset my ONT

I reset my router to factory settings, but now when I try to access the configuration page via wireless or ethernet, the configuration page refuses to load. I'm using the default IP address, which is also what ipconfig shows to be what I should be using to access the page. I've always used that ip. What am I doing wrong? 

Anyone know about IPTV? We use TDS TV, and I got a new router. The channels will play for 5 seconds then freeze. The old router was a T2200H

On 6/22/2019 at 1:25 PM, Donut417 said:

Modem support is ISP dependent. Also while this does have a DSL modem built in, it also have Ethernet WAN meaning it should work with any service. If its connected VIA phone wires then your on some form of DSL. If its connected via Ethernet then about any router will work with your service. As I stated TDS of aDSL, vDSL and Fiber service. So they probably use one product across all of there service tiers. 

Well we got a router for really cheap, and it does work plugging the ethernet from the wall into the WAN port directly. I didn't know it would work like that. Thanks for all the help! 

On 6/20/2019 at 4:53 PM, Donut417 said:

If its truly Fiber, then the ONT is your modem. What you have to determine is if that router they gave you is a router or an ONT/Router. The best way is to take the Model number over to Google and see what pops out. But the fact is, Fiber internet is not done just one way, so you kinda have to be willing to do some research. 

Our router is a T2200H. I've found it is a VDSL modem. Does this mean all VDSL modems will work with our internet?

19 hours ago, Donut417 said:

Couldnt tell you. TDS uses AT&T's lines in my area and only offers aDSL. I just know how Verizon and AT&T do fiber because I do a lot of reading on DSLreports.com. The fact is they either convert the Fiber to Coax or Ethernet. You have to figure out which. It should be easy, as Coax is a round connector with a signal conductor in the middle. The fact is the modem linked is for use with Cable internet, which TDS does not offer at all. TDS only offers Fiber and xDSL. 

Alright, I don't know how to figure out what kind of modem I need, so I'm just going to use my old router as a bridge.

22 hours ago, Donut417 said:

That modem linked wont work. If TDS is Fiber like AT&T and or Verizon then it does not use a standard modem. It uses a media convert such as an ONT. Verizon gives you a stand alone ONT most of the time from what I read, it will either convert the fiber to Coax or Ethernet. AT&T gives a ONT/Router and you are pretty much required to use what they provide. The modem linked above is for DOCSIS Internet which is used by the cable companies. 

I do not know where the fiber actually terminates. I have no idea if this is correct, but this is what I assume is happening here: This brown covered wire comes through the wall behind the white box, which is a battery powered UPS installed by TDS. Then it goes into those two cream boxes, I have no idea what those are for. The white cable coming out the bottom is ethernet, plugged into the WAN port on the router. As long as the cable coming out is ethernet, it would just be treated as a standard connection, right?

5 hours ago, SpookyCitrus said:

I also have TDS, I can link to what I switched to from the modem/router they gave me but I definitely wouldn't get a modem/router combo.

 

Router: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YFJT29C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

Modem: https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-Gigabit-download-1-4Gbps-Certified/dp/B01M981YYL/ref=sr_1_5?crid=KF55B74YVTPY&keywords=netgear+32x8+docsis+3.0+cable+modem&qid=1560871363&s=gateway&sprefix=netger+32%2Caps%2C184&sr=8-5

 

Access Point: https://www.amazon.com/Ubiquiti-UAP-AC-LITE-802-11ac-Gigabit-Dual-Radio/dp/B01DRM6MLI/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=ubiquiti+ap+lite&qid=1560871710&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Thanks for the suggestions.

9 hours ago, WereCatf said:

Yes, you can use both bands without any issue on the same router at the same time. One additional note: depending on your phone, it may not be smart enough to switch between the two bands automatically, like e.g. my OnePlus 3T isn't. I did buy this app called WifiSwitcher on the Play Store that fixes the issue, though.

Thanks for the help.

8 hours ago, SpookyCitrus said:

If you're looking to  upgrade your router you might want to think about doing the whole setup even the modem unless it's newer. Depending on the equipment you already have you might not even need an upgrade. I do however recommend Ubuiqiti products, I would suggest the EdgeRouter X and an AP Lite. The router takes a little bit to get set up but once you get them set up everything is controllable from your phone and computer, you can monitor connections and switch devices as needed depending on the usage. And the signal strength and coverage on their access points is phenomenal.

Thanks for bringing the modem part up, I forgot about it. Our router has a modem built in. If I were to get a modem/router combo, would that work on my TDS Fiber connection? I could use the stock router in bridge mode but that's not exactly ideal.

On 6/14/2019 at 9:47 PM, WereCatf said:

You did not say anything about the environment itself. There are a whole fucking shitload of stuff that affects WiFi-speeds, like e.g. how many other WiFi access-points there are nearby, because they all interfere with one-another and therefore everyone within range gets lower speeds. Also, e.g. a microwave-oven and similar devices create interference and any AP should be kept away from those. Similarly, walls lower speeds immediately and 5GHz has trouble passing through even just two walls, though, on the other hand, fewer people still run 5GHz APs, so there'd be less interference from the neighbours and the likes.

There is only one AP I get signal from consistently, but it isn't too close.Most of the devices using WiFi are in the same room as the router, but I use my phone upstairs, which has to pass through one floor.

Also, do  most 5ghz routers offer the use of 2.4ghz at the same time?

I'm looking into upgrading the router that we got from the ISP.

I usually get 280-330mbps down, 140-220mbps up, and 4 ping through ethernet. Using wifi, however, gets at most 30mbps up/down and 15 ping. The main devices that use WiFi are 3 Galaxy s9's and 2 fire TV 4k sticks.

Should I spend the money on a 5ghz compatible router? Would it bring any significant gains?

Thanks for the help, but none of these really fit me. The original speakers only cost $20 so I really don't want to spend more than $10. I use my echo a lot with my PC off, so passing through wouldn't work, although I had no idea you could do that! 

So I've had a set of speakers that have two different audio inputs so I can use the speakers with my PC and my echo dot. There's been a fault with my original speakers AND the replacement speakers, so they are offering me a different model of speakers. They are  better than the faulty ones, but they only have one input. I'm looking for a way to combine two 3.5mm inputs into one input. Is there a way to do this? I'd prefer a passive way, but I realize powered is probably the only way. 

I was wondering if there was a subwoofer I could use with my existing speakers, as well as taking in 2 inputs.

I have 1 set of desktop speakers that have one 3.5mm jack, and one male 3.5mm cable coming out of it as inputs.

I have my PC and an echo dot connected to this speaker, I can hear both simultaneously.

Is there a cheap way to add a sub to this configuration, having both inputs use the sub at the same time?

I'm looking for a solution to bring video from many sources (Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel, etc.) into one program on my PC connected to a TV. Basically like a Roku or Fire TV stick but only software on my PC. A plus if I can also add my own video files into the program. I can't find anything that works like this. Thanks for the help.

On 8/3/2018 at 11:37 AM, teriibi said:

Ok, would there be any Browser extentions to Auto-Tilde the "I m not  a robot" ?

They use captchas to prevent automated entries...

I have the same question as this Reddit thread that was never answered. I really want the functionality the "Bluetooth Device Control" panel provided, but I can't find a way to get it. Could anyone help?

I feel bad for you, I got a GTX 1050 Ti for $123 during Black Friday.

Headphones: Polaroid PHP foldable headphones

Mouse: Acer Wireless Mouse

Keyboard: Acer laptop keyboard

Monitor:  Acer G236HLBbd 23.0" Monitor

Note: I am not an Acer fanboy, it just happens to be what I use because it is usually pretty cheap.

(My parents won't let me buy parts to build my own PC, maybe If I get this I could convince them to let me?)