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Using DSL/Help

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	~~===How can I play games through my DSL router (Cisco 678) when I have NAT enabled?===~~

	Many customers have found out that the Network Address Translation (NAT) functions of the Cisco 675 External DSL Router interfere with interactive internet games. Cisco has overcome this problem with the release of the v2.4.8 CBOS operating system. You can download this update from ftp.xmission.com (using your XMission username/password), and then going to /archive/dsl.

	~~Download the code, read the "readme" file, upgrade your router, and then send the following command for games to work:~~
	~~<tt>set nat entry add 10.0.0.2</tt>~~
	~~(or the IP address of the machine you're playing games on).~~
	~~<tt>set nat timeout udp 360</tt>~~

	~~More information about NAT entry commands can be found here in the CBOS section:~~
	~~http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/dsl_prod/c600s/index.htm~~

	===Why do I see a lot of ICMP traffic hitting my DSL line?===		===Why do I see a lot of ICMP traffic hitting my DSL line?===

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Using DSL/Help

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	==Using DSL/Help==		==Using DSL/Help==

	~~===What are some useful phone numbers in case I have line problems?===~~

	~~While we can't guarantee that these numbers will remain in service, or work for your particular needs, they should be helpful for many:~~
	~~:CenturyLink installation: 1-800-244-1111~~
	~~:CenturyLink line repair: 1-800-234-XDSL~~

	===How can I FTP through a non-standard port through a firewall?===		===How can I FTP through a non-standard port through a firewall?===

2017-12-04T20:28:01Z

If DSL is available in my area, does that mean I can get it?

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	DSL may not be available in some areas due to digital-loop-carrier (DLC); deployed by your local phone company to make the most out of copper lines already layed out in the streets. DLC is also known by the terms: line concentrator, channel bank, PairGain, SLiC96, SLiC2000 and UDC. Ask your local telephone company repair engineer if this applies.		DSL may not be available in some areas due to digital-loop-carrier (DLC); deployed by your local phone company to make the most out of copper lines already layed out in the streets. DLC is also known by the terms: line concentrator, channel bank, PairGain, SLiC96, SLiC2000 and UDC. Ask your local telephone company repair engineer if this applies.


	~~===If already have DSL with another ISP, how can I switch to XMission?===~~

	~~You'll need to call CenturyLink at 1-800-244-1111 and tell them you'd like to switch ISP's.~~

	==Your XMission DSL Account==		==Your XMission DSL Account==

2015-07-15T16:22:18Z

What are some useful phone numbers in case I have line problems?

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	While we can't guarantee that these numbers will remain in service, or work for your particular needs, they should be helpful for many:		While we can't guarantee that these numbers will remain in service, or work for your particular needs, they should be helpful for many:
	:CenturyLink installation: 1-800-~~348~~-~~1688~~		:CenturyLink installation: 1-800-244-1111
	:CenturyLink line repair: 1-800-234-XDSL		:CenturyLink line repair: 1-800-234-XDSL


	===How can I FTP through a non-standard port through a firewall?===		===How can I FTP through a non-standard port through a firewall?===

2015-07-15T16:21:59Z

If already have DSL with another ISP, how can I switch to XMission?

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	===If already have DSL with another ISP, how can I switch to XMission?===		===If already have DSL with another ISP, how can I switch to XMission?===

	You'll need to call CenturyLink at 1-800-~~348~~-~~1688~~ and tell them you'd like to switch ISP's.		You'll need to call CenturyLink at 1-800-244-1111 and tell them you'd like to switch ISP's.

	==Your XMission DSL Account==		==Your XMission DSL Account==

2015-07-15T16:21:47Z

If DSL is available in my area, does that mean I can get it?

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	==If DSL is available in my area, does that mean I can get it?==		==If DSL is available in my area, does that mean I can get it?==

	No. Even if your prefix is serviced, that doesn't mean your line will qualify. DSL is distance-prohibitive (maximum 15,000-18,000 feet). To find out if your line qualifies, call XMission Sales at 801-539-0852, or CenturyLink at 1-800-~~348~~-~~1688~~.		No. Even if your prefix is serviced, that doesn't mean your line will qualify. DSL is distance-prohibitive (maximum 15,000-18,000 feet). To find out if your line qualifies, call XMission Sales at 801-539-0852, or CenturyLink at 1-800-244-1111.


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	You'll need to call CenturyLink at 1-800-348-1688 and tell them you'd like to switch ISP's.		You'll need to call CenturyLink at 1-800-348-1688 and tell them you'd like to switch ISP's.


	==Your XMission DSL Account==		==Your XMission DSL Account==

2014-02-04T16:44:52Z

What are my hardware options?

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	You have three options for DSL hardware when ordering your DSL line through CenturyLink:		You have three options for DSL hardware when ordering your DSL line through CenturyLink:

	~~Actiontec GT701~~		*[http://internethelp.centurylink.com/internethelp/modem-pk5001a.html PK5001A]
			*[http://internethelp.centurylink.com/internethelp/modem-pk5000z.html PK5000Z]
	~~Actiontec~~ M1000		*[http://internethelp.centurylink.com/internethelp/modem-c2000a-gpon.html C2000A]
			*[http://internethelp.centurylink.com/internethelp/modem-c1000z.html C1000Z]
	~~2Wire 2700~~		*[http://internethelp.centurylink.com/internethelp/modem-gt701wg.html GT701WG]
			*[http://internethelp.centurylink.com/internethelp/modem-m1000.html M1000]
			*[http://internethelp.centurylink.com/internethelp/modem-q1000-q.html Q1000]

	Some other brands/models are known to work, such as the Zoom X6, and while XMission may have the needed settings listed, we are not able to troubleshoot specific configuration issues.		Some other brands/models are known to work, such as the Zoom X6, and while XMission may have the needed settings listed, we are not able to troubleshoot specific configuration issues.


	==Getting DSL==		==Getting DSL==

2014-02-04T16:21:18Z

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	Unlike ISDN, which is also digital but travels through the switched telephone network, DSL provides "always-on" operation. At the telco central office, DSL traffic is aggregated in a unit called the DSL Access Multiplexor (DSLAM) and forwarded to the appropriate ISP or data network.		Unlike ISDN, which is also digital but travels through the switched telephone network, DSL provides "always-on" operation. At the telco central office, DSL traffic is aggregated in a unit called the DSL Access Multiplexor (DSLAM) and forwarded to the appropriate ISP or data network.

	~~[[DSL Glossary]]~~

	===What do DSL subscribers gain?===		===What do DSL subscribers gain?===

2014-01-23T03:03:48Z