Drivers for the Westell 6100 modem for my DSL?

Does anyone know where I can get the proper driver for my 6100 Westell modem? I have a yellow question mark in my device manager and i keep getting a no driver found for ethernet connection message.

If you are using ethernet, no drivers for the modem are needed.
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Verizon DSL, Westell 6100 modem/router, and Airport Extreme

Useful info so you won't have to go through what I did.
Verizon ISP using the Westell 6100 modem/router & Airport Extreme.
The Westell 6100 was configured during installation as a modem and router with a direct connection to the Mac. You can actually connect Airport Extreme at this point with an ethernet connection to the Westell and it will work, but you can't do any of the sharing things (remote login, personal web sharing, etc.) To do those things the Westell needs to be in the Bridge mode. In a nutshell, you have to edit the Westell's VC configuration to establish Bridge mode, and disable its DHCP server. Then you have to set up the Airport to connect using PPPoE using the Account Name and Password from Verizon.
1. With the Westell connected directly to the Mac, access the device at 192.168.1.1.
a. Under VC Configuration the first of seven configurations should already be enabled as VPI 0, VCI 35 using PPPoE. Edit that one and change it to Bridge mode.
b. Under DHCP configuration, disable the DHCP server. You can also do this under the Private LAN Configuration page. If at the latter, do not attempt to disable the Private LAN (it won't let you anyway). Verizon tech support kept insisting I had to disable the Private LAN, which caused a great amount of anguish!
c. Before leaving 192.168.1.1 (you won't be able to access it again once the Airport is connected and configured) make sure you know your ISP account name and password. This was assigned during my setup procedure with Verizon, a random selection of letters and numbers.
2. Now hook up the Airport WAN to the Westell's ethernet port and the Mac to the Airport LAN. Fire up Airport Admin Utility.
a. Under the Internet tab, select Connect Using PPPoE.
b. Configure PPPoE using the Verizon Account Name.
c. Change password to the Verizon account password.
3. Restart and that's it.

Thank you for your post. When I moved to another home, Verizon sent me the Westell 6100 and I had been having trouble staying connected to the Internet with my Airport. Last night, I loss wireless access and the Airport status in the menu bar read "Looking for a PPPoE connection". Verizon customer support was able to get me back online, albeit with only a direct Ethernet connection between my iBook and the 6100.
I found your post and followed your instructions. Now all the iBooks in our household are back online via the Airport. Thank you very much!
iBook G4 933Mhz Mac OS X (10.4.7)

Linksys router no longer works with Westell 6100 modem

Hi all,
I came back after a 3 month work absence (and many days power outages, according to the neighbors), to find that my system can no longer connect to the internet using the Verizon Westell 6100 modem to a Linksys wrt54G router to 2 PCs!
I reset the Westell modem and directly connected the PC to it and THAT works okay, but put the router back in the mix (so I can connect my other PC) and nothing works!
I have read on this forum about 'Bridgeing" the Westell modem but nothing about setting up the router.
Can someone PLEASE give me explicit instructions on how to:
    1.) set up the Westell modem in this "Bridge" mode,
    2.) Set up the Linksys router to work with the modem again??
    3.) Tell me why the old setup no longer works, did verizon change something for this modem?
Thank you VERY much for your help in this matter!
SUE ;>)

the router has two connections. one is called a WAN and that is a wide area network, and it means the internet in your case. and one is called a LAN, local area network.
what you saw means - that the way you connect to your internet is through PPPoE, a username and a password.
and then way your LAN connects is DHCP, how all of your local computers connect. This is important, because after you bridge the westell, you will be setting your Linksys up for PPPoE connection, and NOT DHCP. if you don't do this step, then you will never connect.
that is fine, and normal. if you follow the instructions at the link provided - you will be able to connect real easily.
you will want to bridge the westell just follow the instructions for "If your Westell uses the red and black Verizon firmware:"

Verizon Turbo Dsl plan with Westell 6100 modem? Help?

So I have a westell 6100 modem and on the 7th I upgraded my bundle i had 1 Mbps for Internet , verizon homephone freedom essentials, and Directv. Since fios is not available were I live. And my new bundle is Verizon Dsl 7.0-1 Mbps turbo plan, verizon essentials and directv for $115.00. My question is will my modem provison the speed correct? will it still work? Or do I have to buy a new modem? Thanks!.
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If you have been using the 6100 previously then the modem should sync to the new speed automatically. If yareou still using an old style flat phone cable from the jack to the modem it may not be capable of the faster speed. The round tan colored cable which originally was supplied with the modem would be the one to use. I moved up recently from 3 to the turbo 7.1 via ASDL2plus and found that Verizon at my location has capped the speed at about 5.5. Their out is to say speeds up to 7.1.

Replacing Westell 6100 modem with Netgear Genie

Good day. I'm replacing Westell 6100 modem with a Netgear Genie. I need the following data to complete hookup. Thanks.
Netgear Broadband ADSL2+ Modem (DMP111SP)
IP Address
Subset Mask
Default gateway
Preferred DNS Server
Alternative DNS Server

Since you're plugged into the Westell, use http://192.168.1.1/ to log into the modem. From there, see if your modem shows something along the lines of "Routed Bridge" mode or if it shows "PPPoE" as the connection type. If PPPoE, follow the post I mentioned above. The same goes with Routed Bridge mode. Worst case scenario, call Verizon and have them ensure your Westell is configured correctly if you cannot get online with the Westell, and from there we'll see how the Netgear needs to be configured.
Also, what may have happened here is your Netgear's IP address could have changed. You will want to open up a Command Prompt Window (Start > search for the program "cmd.exe" or go to Start > Run > enter in cmd.exe) and run the command ipconfig. Default Gateway should give the IP of the router you're attached to in a home network.
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Verizon DSL, Westell 6100 Modem and Linksys router

If anyone is having a hard time getting these three to work together to get on-line, I know your pain. I've spent the better part of two days trying to get these devices to talk to each other. After hours spent trying different combinations and little to no help from Verizon and Linksys I have finally gotten my DSL up and running through my Linksys router. I post this in hopes that someone doesn't spin their wheels like I have been doing over the past few days. Here's what I did to get them to work:
1. Reset both the Linksys router and the Westell modem
2. Unplug the router and the modem
3. Connect an ethernet cable from your Apple to the Westell modem and power it back on
4. Type 192.168.1.1 in the address bar of your browser of choice. The username should be "admin" (w/o the quotes) and password should be "password" (again no quotes)
5. It will ask you to update your username and password
6. Under the CONFIGURATION heading select VC CONFIGURATION and click on EDIT
7. Make sure that both PROTOCOL and MODE are set to BRIDGE
8. Click on SET VC and then click OK when asked if you want to reset for new configuration to take affect
9. Once again power off the modem for about a minute then power it back up
10. Login again with the login you created above and go to the STATUS/ABOUT column and write down the MAC address
11. Set it to DHCP OFF and change the Private Lan Modem IP to 192.168.2.1. Write this down and keep it so you can access your modem in the future.
12. Save the settings. You will lose communication with the Westell at this point. Once again, power down the modem for about a minute.
13. Connect the ethernet cable from the modem into the Internet port on the Linksys router and then connect your Apple to the first ethernet spot
14. Turn on both the Linksys router and the Westell modem
15. With your browser (Safari or Firefox) type in 192.168.1.1. Under SETUP go to MAC ADDRESS CLONE and enter the MAC address you wrote down for your Westell modem earlier and then save the settings
16. Make sure you are in DHCP mode and not PPPoE
17. Save, exit, and you should be on-line
That was a lot more difficult than it had to be. I certainly didn't get this from the support folks from Linksys or Verizon...a lot of trial and error and investigating on-line. I hope this saves you from the headaches I experienced.
Dual 2.7 GHz PowerPC G5 Mac OS X (10.4.5) Verizon DSL

Feedback for Linksys:
In the Linksys Help system "Easy Answers" there's the question "How can I set up a Linksys router with DSL Internet?" This is what I used to try and solve my Internet connection problem.
The Answer says "Most DSL providers use Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) ..." and goes on to explain how to set up the router for PPPoE. However, my service (AT&T/Yahoo high speed internet) uses DHCP. That meant I spent several frustrating hours trying to get it to work with PPPoE.
The Answer would have been better if it first explained how to tell if you have PPPoE or DHCP (see the reply from vness above, it's an excellent explanation), and then linked to the appropriate setup instructions.
Thanks for the help!!!!

Westell 6100 Modem Settings

Good evening,
I was checking my dsl info in the the Westell modem when I decided to venture further. I hope someone can assist me to understand the following:
The main page indicates my computer access is shared. It is not; as far as I know.
1. Shared: Ethernet - 1 Device
2. (This concerns me) Firewall - No Security   (I actually changed this to Typical Security)
3. Security Log - Packets allowed in/outbound
4. DMZ Host - disable
5. Firewall log - Log Allowed - Inbound packets      }
                           Log Blocked Traffic - All Packets }   I changed some of the settings.
                           Specified in Rules - Enabled          }
                           Adm. Access - Disabled                 }
Although I am paying for up to 7.1M, I have never received anything over 6.5-6.7M/36-37k.
These are the stats from the modem:
DSL Speed (Kbits/Sec) 7616 864 Margin (dB) 14.5 11.0 Line Attenuation (dB) 34.0 24.0 Transmit Power (dBm) 19.6 11.9

* 1. Shared: Ethernet - 1 Device *
What is your OS and Version? For example Windows XP..
* 2. (This concerns me) Firewall - No Security (I actually changed this to Typical Security)*
Good job
* 3. Security Log - Packets allowed in/outbound *
Keeps a log of all traffic inbound and outbound.
* 4. DMZ Host - disable *
To be avoided as much as possible. Is equal to being directly connected to the net.
* 5. Firewall log - Adm. Access - Disabled *
To me that sounds like remote control of the router is disabled. Which is good thing to leave disabled unless you need remote access...
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PS3, Verizon DSL, Westell 6100 Modem, WRT54GSv. 6 - Can't Get NAT Type 2...

Hello everyone--
I just received a PS3 for Christmas. I connected it to my network wirelessly via my WRT54GS router and everything worked fine. After a connection test everything was found successfully, UPnP was available, & the NAT Type was 2. The only issue I noticed would be that I would be logged out of the Playstation Network a few minutes after I would turn on the PS3 or randomly during/after playing a game. However, I would simply just log back in and everything would be fine.
The problem began the next day because suddenly when I ran an internet connection test on my PS3, UPnP came up as being not available and the NAT Type was now 3. Now, I'm not exactly sure what could have possibly happened overnight as nothing was changed and the settings all remained the same.
My setup is as follows: I have my desktop computer wired to the router and my laptop, nintendo wii, & ps3 all connected wirelessly. My modem is in bridge mode and the internet connection type is "Automatic Configuration - DHCP" as my area does not support PPPoE.
Basically I am posting to see if anyone has any suggestions on what I need to do to get my UPnP back to available & NAT Type back to 2. If there is any other information I need to post that would be helpful in finding a resolution to my problem, then please let me know.
I look forward to hearing a response from someone. Thanks in advance for your time and help.
- Steve

Access setup page .... look for MTU size ... change it to 1365 ...click save settings ....
Click security tab ..... uncheck Block WAN request ....click save settings ....
If possible upgrade also the firmware of the router .....

Westell 6100 modem ... No "Internet" light at all

One minute the Internet worked, the next it booted me off and didn't.
So after reading a lot of forum posts ....
My Westell Modem "Internet Light" is off.
My modem is dated from 2006
I can connect to 192.168.1.1.
"Connection Status" on Westell site says "down"
All cords check out OK
One landline in house, filter installed properly.
Rebooted all devices & computer more than a dozem times.

Also just upgraded from regular DSL to High Speed Internet ... not sure if the order has been processed yet.

Westell 6100 help!!

Hi guys, Newbie
I need a new firmware and I don't know where it is. I tried going to westell.com but they don't have anything. Can anybody show me where and how to get the new firmware upgrade for Westell 6100. Help is appreciated.

Hi,
This should help you solve the problem.
Downloading the Firmware for the Westell 6100 Modems
1.   Check for the Model # in the Westell 6100 GUI
2.   Go to www.verizon.net/versalinkupdate
3.   Find the model number on the page in the Router/Gateway table, and click the link for the firmware upgrade.
4.   Save the file on the desktop
Updating the Firmware in Westell 6100 Pro Line Modems (Newer GUI's - Revisions 2 & 3)
1.   Log into the modem from a browser using the default gateway address of 192.168.1.1
2.   If prompted to login at any time - enter the username and password for the modem
3. Click on the "Advanced" icon in the top navigation bar
4.   When the Warning screen appears, click Yes under Do you want to proceed?
5.   Click on "Firmware Upgrade "
6.   Under Upgrade From a Computer in the Network, click Upgrade Now
7.   Click the Browse button to locate the firmware upgrade file you downloaded and select it.
8.   Select "Upload File". The operation can take up to 5 minutes to complete. Power cycle the modem when the update is finished
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I have a Westell 6100, Can i request for a Westell 327W?

When I started using Verizon High Speed internet, 2 yrs ago. They gave me a Westell Model 6100 modem in the starter kit. I recently got a laptop and also other devices that use wi-fi. Does anyone know if it is possible to get a Westell 327W modem from verizon?

I am not sure if you can request a Westell 327W. You can maybe tell them that you have Wireless, and would like a new modem combo that has built in wireless.
In the meantime as you wait for another answer...
#1 It does help to know that you can go to a store and buy a new modem combo that has wireless.
For example: If you go to http://www.circuitcity.com/ -> Computers & Office -> Networking & Internet -> Installation kits -> and then you can select the "Actiontec Wireless DSL Gateway/Starter Kit for Verizon (GT704WGV)"
This example is a modem combo that has wireless, and Verizon will support.
I am not saying that you should go to a store (online or in person), buy a modem combo with Wireless, supported by Verizon (or otherwise), or even buy that Specific router.
Moving along....
#2 Does the 6100 modem combo have only one or at least two LAN ports?
#3 Are you NATTED?
This means for example on Windows:
a) Go to Start -> Run.
b) Type in cmd
and press enter.
c) In the new window, called the command prompt: Type in ipconfig /all
and press enter.
If you are not on Windows, please post and someone will help you...
#4 If the IP address found is one of the following three important ranges, you are NATTED.
a) 10.0.0.0 to 10.255.255.255
b) 172.16.0.0 to 172.31.255.255
c) 192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255
#5 If NATTED, is there any device that is between the Westell 6100 and your computer? b) If so, what is the brand and model of it?
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Replacing Westell 2100 Modem with 6100

I am next to clueless with this stuff, so be kind. I've been having to reboot my 6 year old 2100 at least once a week to get my max DL speed back. Verizon sent me a 6100 to replace it in hopes that it might solve the problem. I swapped all the connections, but the Internet light on the 6100 stays red. What do I need to do to get the 6100 up and running? It came with no instructions. Do I need to call Verizon and have them enable it or whatever? Thanks.
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Strange thing, I always had a Westell 6100 with my netgear wireless for 3yrs now. Went from 1meg to 3meg with no modem reboot issues but when i got to the 7meg plan and now the 10/15meg plan, I have to reboot my westell like clock work almost every 7 days...no one knows why and I have not changed anything but the plan upgrade. I suspect V is doing something with the line regularly. But the thing is its not a nightly or off hours issue...it could be AM, noon or early PM when this happens but the sequence seems to be every 7th day or so. It happened today for the first time on my new 10/15 meg plan. I have a new verizon 7500 modem/wireless combo that i may try to see if it fixes that. But otherwise never had issues with the westell 6100/netgear combo i have on 24x7.

Can I switch from my Westell 6100 to a 327w modem?

Hello,
I have a westell 6100 modem that came with my Verizon dsl and I also have a Verizon marked westell 327w that I would like to use since it has built in wireless.
I reset the 327w and hooked it up. When I click on internet explorer, a Verizon window pops up and gives me 3 choices from which to choose from. To make a long story short after I click on an option, it downloads the Verizon software and wants me to activate my account, basically like I am a new customer. But my account has been active for over 2 years.
I basically just want to know if switching to the 327w is actually possible for an existing account. I do not want to mess up my internet, since it pretty much has been working fine for the 2+ years that I have had it.
Any help would be appreciated.

http://192.168.1.1/verizon/redirect.htm
The above link should help you disable something called Walled Garden in the modem software. Either modem will work for your account.
http://www22.verizon.com/NROneRetail/NR/rdonlyres/3EE6AA38-3830-4C75-B566-3753A48A3E49/0/VersaLink32...
The second link will provide the manual for your modem.

Switch from Westell 2200 to Westell 6100

I am beyond frustrated. I was using the westell 2200 until it stopped working and was sent a westell 6100. I cannot connect with the 6100 to my dell desktop because it does not have a ethernet drive. I was using the usb connection without any problems. Called tech support and nothing is resolved.
Is there a way for the westell 6100 to connect using the usb connection? I was told to plug the ethernet cord to the modem and the usb to the computer, still no connection. I would like to have my internet again.
Someone please help me. Thanks.

Ok.
Cancel that.
Go to http://www.westell.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=191&arcsection=support
And get the driver.
Please install the driver.
If you do not know how to, also get the Documentation.
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AE & Verizon DSL with Westell 6100 Configuration Settings Question

Hello,
Has anyone configured their Airport Extreme with Verizon DSL using a Westell 6100 modem in the last few months? I'm wondering if you have any particular tips or have a set of screen shots of the process. I'm walking my mother through the process remotely and having some issues. Any help would be appreciated!
I'm specifically wondering whether I have to set the modem into bridge mode first, then use the AE to log into Verizon service via PPoE? Do I need to call Verizon & tell them my AE's MAC address first?
Thank you,
Chris

Is there an "Airport Extreme User's Guide"? When I look at the manuals available for download under Apple's support page for Airport Extreme and Airport Express, I see a "Airport Extreme Card User's Guide," but not one for those of us with Airport Extreme base stations. Am I missing something?
My Verizon DSL (also via Westell 6100 DSL modem, just like Chris') works fine with my desktop, but when I power up a G3 iBook, I have to wait forever for it to boot if it's in range of my home network. I'm trying to fix that problem, so I'm wondering if I need to reexamine the way my DSL modem and base station are configured, just like Chris.

Drivers for the Westell 6100 modem for my DSL?

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