WRT54G v5/Verizon DSL setup

Hey everyone I am somewhat new to networking and I have a question about install DSL on two computers. To start the upstairs computer is the main one and I have a usb cord going directly into a Westell 6100 router. I then have the ethernet cable from the computer running into the first port of the linksys router. Also I have another ethernet cable running from the westell 6100 router to the internet port on the linksys WRT54g v5 router. Also, no installation disk came with my router. But anyways, now I turn both of those on and I have all the appropriate lights lit up on both routers. Now I have installed the Verizon DSL software on the upstairs computer and I have internet. My problem now is how to get a Linksys WMP54g desktop card the downstairs computer to pick up the signal from the upstairs computer. Also that downstairs computer is running Windows 98. When I go on the upstairs computer to the internet to type in the 192.168.1.1 it comes up as Westell instead of Linksys setup screen. I am stuck at this point and I was wondering if you guys can understand what my problem is and help me solve this. Thank you for your help in advance. If you have any questions or need a better explanation or diagram feel free to ask!

Ok, so you have your westell 6100 router connected to your linksys router? Hmm... Well I can understand why your upstairs computer connects to your westell router instead of your linksys. You need to connect your computer to your linksys router to your computer to access that one instead of the other one. If you connect it to your westell then it will only pick up on that one, even though the westell is connected to the linksys. Also, how far away is the router to the wireless card? There is a certain distance you can go. But then again, I don't own a WRT54g v5 router... So I am not 100% sure. Your router may need to be setup first for the wireless, but I hope I was some use to you.

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WRT54G Wireless Router Installation With Verizon DSL in Windows 2000

Okay, here's a question that I've got. I am trying to hook up a Linksys WRT54G router to a Verizon DSL connection that uses a Westell 6100 modem on a desktop running Windows 2000.
Can someone please give me step-by-step instructions for changing configuration settings on the Westell 6100 modem and the Linksys WRT54G modem so I can get the router working?
And don't suggest going to Linksys Technical Support, I've been on the phone with them for over 2 hours and neither one of the people I talked to was even listening to a word I was saying.

You can follow these steps:
Make sure you are online directly from modem
Connect router, that is, connect modem to internet port on router, and one of the computer to one of the local ports on linksys router
Login to router's setup by typing http://192.168.1.1 in browser’s address bar, and typing password as "admin" and no user name
Change local ip address from 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.2.1
Turn off modem and router
After 1 or 2 minutes turn on modem, and another 1 or 2 minutes turn on router
Now try to access internet, it will work

Successful DSL Setup With Westell 6100G and Linksys WRT54G Router

After a week of searching I finally figured out how to get DSL setup with my Linksys router.
All I could get out of the Westell > Linksys router configuration was DSL downloads limited to less than 0.2 Mbps.   No matter what I did on the router settings that was it.    I had a second eHome router that easily configured and achieved the 1.0 Mbps download speeds so that confirmed Verizon and the Westell modem were not the issue.
So what's wrong with the Linksys router configuration?    I had the Linksys WRT54G router Version 5.   Checking the firmware it was the original release of 1.0.0.   (See your routers instructions which can be downloaded from Linksys for how to check your firmware).   I downloaded the latest firmware version for this router model and version number.    Following the Linksys instructions I flashed the latest firmware 1.02.8.   Now I had an updated modem ready to be configured for DSL.
Assuming you already followed Verizons instructions to set the Westell modem to bridge mode setup your router to work with it.
Step 1: Go into the modem typing its address... Default 192.168.1.1   leave the ID blank and the default password is admin.
Step 2: Go to the Basic > Setup screen.
Step 3: Select PPPoE and the screen menus will change
Step 4: Enter your Verizon ID (exclude @Verizon.net)
Step 5: Enter your Verizon Password.
Step 6: Go to the bottom of the screen and hit Save.   Wait and the router will indicate it was saved.
That's it.  All you need are the three entries above to get it working. Turn off the PC, Router and Westell.   Turn on the Westell, then the router and then boot the PC.   It should work at this point.    I now get the full DSL speed for both downloads and uploads.
The bottom line....check you router, especially the older models for updated firmware before you give up on it.

Glad top see you found a configuration for your Westell and Linksys to function. Thanks for posting resolution.
Mike_VZ
Verizon Support
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Verizon DSL and wrt54g

Having problems installing my linksys wrt54g v8 router with my verizon DSL internet connection. On the step where the computer checks the internet connection I get an error message saying. Unable to detect internet connection or something like that. I tried going into command prompt and typing ipconfig/release and ipconfig/renew then ipconfig/all and tried again but still same message. I also tried powering down the modem and restarting it. And restarting the whole entire computer but it still isn't working. Was just wondering if anyone else is having a problem with verzion and linksys router. Also if you have experienced this problem how have you fixed it? Should I try setting up a static ip or would that just be a waste of time? If you have any other suggestions then please feel free to give me any and all information you can. I'm not a beginner on computers so I fully know what I'm doing though I'm not a complete expert so I'm a little stumped on this particular issue. Thanks for reading.
Solved!
Go to Solution.

try to click here
that link tells you how to install the router manually with dsl ISP. i just hope that helps.

Verizon DSL & WRT54G

Hi.
I have been attempting to connect my Verizon DSL service up to a Linksys WRT54G Wireless Router for my mother. I can't figure out what I am doing wrong. I have set up (and own) three of these wireless routers at my own apartment, and I've never run into this problem.
I followed all the directions to a T on the CD-rom that comes with the equipment, but I am still unable to connect. When it attempts to "Check Internet Connection," all lights are on an stable on both the DSL modem and the wireless router. After reaching the 100% check it states "Router is not able to connect to Internet. Try turning Cable/DSL modem OFF and ON again."
I have tried the turning off and on method, without any luck. Anyone out there know how I can fix this?
Thank you in advance!

connect to your router via ethernet and put 192.168.1.1 in the address bar of your browser, skip username and out admin in the password and look for the local IP address

Verizon DSL and Airport Extreme Setup Problem

I have Verizon DSL (not FIOS). I am using a Westell modem, model number B90-210015-04.
I try to go through the setup but the Airport Extreme Utility says it cannot find a valid IP address (the light keeps flashing).
I have it setup in bridge mode since I think my modem is also a router. However, there are a lot of other inputs in the setup and I don't know if I need to put in anything for those (e.g. DNS Servers, Domain Name, etc.). I called Verizon and they said there shouldn't be any special inputs. They implied it should just work out of the box.
The modem is working with my existing Netgear router (model number WGR614 v4).
Any help?

Had the same problem. Had the same setup as yours.
If you use WPA/WPA2 and if your password is too short (less than or equal to 8 characters), the AirPort Extreme Utility will misleadingly tell you it cannot find a valid IP address. As it turns out, WPA/WPA2 requires a longer password (see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wpa2). I don't understand why a weak password would result in a confusing error message like this, but after I used a stronger and longer password, the dreadful amber light finally turned green!
PS: I didn't enter any DNS/DHCP info nor my DSL account/password info throughout the entire setup process. I figured that if I didn't need these pieces of information with the old router before then I shouldn't need them with this new hardware.

Verizon DSL problem with WRT54GS

I got my wireless router a while back. I was able to make it run with my Time Warner cable box perfectly. However, we now have Verizon DSL. The dsl works fine with the desktop computer, but when I try to connect the dsl modem to my wireless router and then to the desktop, it doesn't work. The laptop and desktop can neither pick up the internet signal. How can I configure the router to work with my verizon dsl? Service: Verizon dsl. Modem: Model 6100. Desktop: Compaq Presario 6000. Windows XP. Laptop: Acer Aspire 5570. Windows Vista. Wireless router: WRT54GS

try following the steps as below :
1)connect the computer to the router's port#1
2)reset the router for 30 seconds and do a power cycle
3)access the router using http://192.168.1.1 . the default password is admin
4)change the router's local ip add to 192.168.2.1
5)connect the modem to the router's internet port .. do a power cycle
6)access the router using http://192.168.2.1
7)go to the "status" tab and check whether there is any internet ip add
8)if there is one , try going online
9)if the internet ip add is 0.0.0.0 , go to the "setup" tab and change the "internet connection type" to PPPoE . enter the username and password provided by the ISP
10)go to the "status" tab and ensure that the connection status is connected and it has a valid internet ip add

Verizon DSL modem not connecting through Linksys wrt54g

I recently switched to verizon DSL from comcast. The verizon modem when connected directly to the back of my mac works amazingly well. Now i was to be able to connect with my laptop and xbox360 wirelessly which was not a problem with comcast. So i take the Ethernet/Data/Modem cable(what ever you want to call it) from the modem and connect it to the INTERNET port on the back of the router. Then take another ETHERNET cable and connect it from the first WAN port to the back of my computer where the modem was originally directly connected. The routers internet light is on as is first ethernet light on the front of the router. And all three lights on the modem are on; internet, data, and dsl. The macintosh is now not able to connect to the internet. The laptop can connect to the network but not to the internet.(says local only) It seems like a lot of people have had this same problem but i have yet to see a solution. and again when i take the cord from the modem to the router and change it back to connecting the modem directly with the home computer (mac) the internet works fine. I know this seems very dumbed-down and a dumbed-down kind of answer is preferred. I have been fixing problems with our home network for years now and have never come across something that stumped me while the solution seems like it would be so simple.

If you have Verizon DSL and you wish to configure your router and connect the XBOX360 wirelessly, then, first thing you should do is to fully bridge your modem, then connect your modem to the internet port of the router and configure your router's internet connection type to PPPoE...
Open an Internet Explorer browser page on your wired computer(desktop).In the address bar type - 192.168.1.1 and press Enter...Leave Username blank & in Password use admin in lower case...
When the router’s web-based setup page appears, click Setup then look for Internet Connection Type and select PPPoE on the drop-down arrow.
Enter the username and password that your ISP provided you in the User Name and Password fields, including the domain in the username if necessary such as [email protected] and CLick Save Settings.
Click Status then look for Login Status and check it says Connected. If it’s connected, you should be able to access the Internet.
NOTE: If the Login Status says Disconnected, click Connect, then check if you’re receiving an error message.
If you get an error meaasge follow this link
For xbox -
Click on "Applications and Gaming" tab and then click on "Port Range Forwarding" subtab...
1) On the first line in Application box type in ABC, in the start box type in 53 and End box type in 3074, leave the protocol as both and under ip address type in 192.168.1.20 and check the enable box, click Save Settings once done...
2) Once you return to the set up page click on the Security tab and uncheck Block Anonymous Internet Requests and click on Save Settings...
3) Click on set-up and change the MTU Size to 1452 and click Save Settings...
4) Goto the XBox Network Settings and IP Address Settings and select manual IP Settings and assign the following on your Xbox
IP Address :- 192.168.1.20, Subnet Mask :- 255.255.255.0, Default Gateway :- 192.168.1.1...
5) Also assign the DNS Addresses on the Xbox
Primary dns :- 4.2.2.2...Secondary dns :- 192.168.1.1
6) Turn off your modem, router, and Xbox...Wait for a minute...
7) Plug the modem power first, wait for another minute and plug the router power cable, wait another minute and turn on the Xbox and test it...it will connect...
IP Address: 192.168.X.[last part of ip in your device] e.g. if static ip given to the device was 192.168.X.10 get the last part and put that to the empty box.

Problems setting up Verizon DSL (DHCP) and AirPort Extreme

I have Verizon DSL with DHCP and old router (Linksys WRT54G). I've bought iMac and new router (AirPort Extreme) to connect to iMac wirelessly. I have a Windows computer connected to the Linksys WRT54G. Now here is the story. I can connect verizon DSL modem (it's in bridge mode) to PC directly and connect to the Internet. When I plug AirPort between the DSL modem and PC, auto-configuration doesn't work, AirPort utility says there is problem with internet connection. Router simply can't obtain IP address from verizon's DHCP server. I've tried to copy DNS server addressed from the IP configuration in Windows, the AirPort light went green and Windows indicated connection as successful, however I still cound't browse the Internet because gateway is not set. Any ideas how to make AirPort connect to the internet using DHCP instead of manual settings? I can try to do it from the mac if needed, I don't think it would make any difference though.

Welcome to the discussions!
Sorry, I can't quite track exactly what you are trying to do.
What would the network that you are trying to set up look like?
Modem>AirPort Extreme>Computers? Are you saying that you won't be using the Linksys in the new setup?
Sounds like you need to set the Airport Extreme up to supply PPPoE service (which the Linksys is doing now-if the modem is in bridge mode), but I will wait for your response before offering specific info.
If you've been fiddling with settings, we may need to do a hard-reset on the AX to start over. You should not be fiddling with DNS, etc. Almost always, these settings are done automatically when you have the device set up correctly.

Airport Extreme Network - Changing from Verizon DSL to Fios (with TV)

I am currently using Verizon DSL for internet access. My present network is stable with an Airport Extreme Base (New version) and two Airport Express running MDS for range extension, providing wireless access for a Macbook and a PC laptop (my wife's connection to her office/Exchange server via VPN). Two G4 desktop Macs are occasionally connected to the network. One AE provides network access to a shared printer. I routinely use Back to My Mac. The network also provides remote (internet) access to an old model iSight camera and to an inexpensive wireless camera which are served by Evocam software.
I have ordered Verizon Fios bundled services (TV-Internet-Phone) for installation on October 18. The service make sense for many reasons, BUT! A multitude of posts on various boards are telling horror stories about setup problems and failure of certain services to work with Fios, particularly in newer installations that include TV.
My question is this: Am I about to step into an inescapable swamp? Should I cancel the order.

Yup, this is expected behavior. What printer model? What operating system?
Say thanks by clicking "Kudos" "thumbs up" in the post that helped you.
I am employed by HP

Silly question, maybe. I want to change from Verizon DSL to cable, but cable company doesn't supply router. can I use my Airport Extreme as wireless router?

We currently have the following wireless home-network configuration, powered by Verizon DSL.
2 macbook pro’s
1 emachine
HP PhotoSmart 6122 all-in-one printer
Apple TV
Apple Airport Extreme Base Port A 1408
Westell 7500 router
Thinking I’d get wider wireless coverage throughout my 2 bedroom home, I purchased the Airport Extreme. It is connected to the router via its sole usb port. The result was only a tiny increase in speed, and no increase in coverage, so I don’t know why I have it.
We now want to change from DSL to cable, thus ditching Verizon. Our new cable provider supplies the cable box, but no router for wireless networking.
Here are my questions.
Can I use the Airport Extreme (AE) as a wireless router?
If so, how should I hook it up? Should the usb cable go from the AE to the cable box, and all the other devices connect wirelessly?
If not, how should I be using the AE to some advantage? What can I get out of the investment?
Thank you very much for your help! Beatriz

What I wrote has nothing to do with what the cable company charges for their installation. And, usually they will help with the router setup even if you supply your own router. I don't know what they will charge for the modem.
Note that you need to get just a modem. You don't want a modem/router combination. That will make using an AEBS effectively nearly impossible. You will need to ask specifically for just a standalone modem, and that you will supply your own router.

Verizon DSL with Third-Party Modem

I recently purchased a Netgear ADSL2+ modem and a Netgear AC1600 router to replace the Verizon Actiontech combo router-modem that came with my Verizon DSL service. I am posting this problem and solution for anyone else who is or may experience the same problem.
The Issue: the new Netgear modem would not connect to the internet. After several attempts using the setup wizard, trying different manual configurations, copying the Actiontech modem information, etc. the new modem simply would not detect or connect to the internet. The Netgear setup was getting stuck on indentifying a static IP address although the Verizon system uses a dynamic IP.
The Short Story: the solution I found was to disconnect all devices from the DSL for several hours (overnight or possibly shorter). I believe this allowed the Verizon system enough time to reset/erase the previous device MAC address, thus allowing the new device to establish it's own MAC address as well as establish a new dynamic IP address within the Verizon system.
The Long Story: this is an issue I was able to find on other forum posts throughout the internet. However, neither the Netgear tech support nor the Verizon tech support were able to identify the issue or solve it. The Netgear support was definitely the more helpful but ultimately they couldn't help me because the issue was within the Verizon system. The Verizon tech support was only able to go through their prescriptive check list before kicking the issue to the Advanced Tech Support. I was disappointed to find that this is just a ploy for getting customers to purchase a monthly subscription to tech support. What makes the situation more frustrating was that I was that the Verizon support technician kept telling me that they know the issue and could manually reset the MAC address on their end but first I would have to subscribe to the Advanced Support. The Advanced Support person turned out to be nothing more than a salesman with limited technical knowledge. The Advanced Tech Support salesman then refused to reconnect me to the standard tech support or connect me to a manager. In the end, I gave up and went to bed frustrated only to find that the device worked instantly the following morning. Hopefully somone with more tech savy can explain why...

I recently purchased a Netgear ADSL2+ modem and a Netgear AC1600 router to replace the Verizon Actiontech combo router-modem that came with my Verizon DSL service. I am posting this problem and solution for anyone else who is or may experience the same problem.
The Issue: the new Netgear modem would not connect to the internet. After several attempts using the setup wizard, trying different manual configurations, copying the Actiontech modem information, etc. the new modem simply would not detect or connect to the internet. The Netgear setup was getting stuck on indentifying a static IP address although the Verizon system uses a dynamic IP.
The Short Story: the solution I found was to disconnect all devices from the DSL for several hours (overnight or possibly shorter). I believe this allowed the Verizon system enough time to reset/erase the previous device MAC address, thus allowing the new device to establish it's own MAC address as well as establish a new dynamic IP address within the Verizon system.
The Long Story: this is an issue I was able to find on other forum posts throughout the internet. However, neither the Netgear tech support nor the Verizon tech support were able to identify the issue or solve it. The Netgear support was definitely the more helpful but ultimately they couldn't help me because the issue was within the Verizon system. The Verizon tech support was only able to go through their prescriptive check list before kicking the issue to the Advanced Tech Support. I was disappointed to find that this is just a ploy for getting customers to purchase a monthly subscription to tech support. What makes the situation more frustrating was that I was that the Verizon support technician kept telling me that they know the issue and could manually reset the MAC address on their end but first I would have to subscribe to the Advanced Support. The Advanced Support person turned out to be nothing more than a salesman with limited technical knowledge. The Advanced Tech Support salesman then refused to reconnect me to the standard tech support or connect me to a manager. In the end, I gave up and went to bed frustrated only to find that the device worked instantly the following morning. Hopefully somone with more tech savy can explain why...

Problems trying to install Verizon DSL to laptop..

Hi, Im trying to install verizon dsl software from the setup cd but im having problems.
At first, it opened the cd but i accidently closed it while it was running and now my laptop cannot read it.
I already have a verizon account this one, and im using a wifi connection thats free around my area .
I just wanted to use the model 7500 as my wireless router but I cant hook up to the internet from the ethernet cable for some reason. Please help, I've been trying to fix this for days while my desktop is running fine, my laptop is having problems.
I want to know if there's an alternate way to download verizon software not from the cd because the cd's not working for me.
Thanks!

it might be your browser. I had that problem when I tried to activate using firefox.
I had to use internet explorer to activate succesfully.
If you are using the CD and it gives you that problem, then try to use internet explorer, and go to http://activate.verizon.net

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I am having a very difficult time connecting my iMac and iBook (G4) to the internet at my house. I have Verizon DSL through out phone line and a Linksys router. The router recognizes that my computers are connected to the network but for some reason the computers are unable to get a correct IP address. I would greatly appreciate any guidance in this matter and I am more than willing to provide more details but not sure what would be helpful at this time.
Thanks!

The Interface that connects to the Router/Internet, needs to be drug to the top of Network>Show:>Network Port Configurations and checked ON.
Was the Router always in the line, or new? Did you power down the Modem & router, wait 2 minutes, power up Modem, wait 2 minutes, power up Router?
Try this on a Mac in Terminal after those have been reset...
sudo ipconfig set en0 BOOTP;sudo ipconfig set en0 DHCP
en0 if Ethernet, change accordingly to the enX at the top of the list in Network Port Configurations.
Are the Macs set to "Using DHCP" in Network>TCP/IP?
What IP are they getting? 169.254.x.x?
Is the Router set to hand out DHCP addies?
Can you access the Router's setup pages by using like 192.168.0.1 in Safari's url bar?

Linksys and Verizon DSL

I have Verizon DSL and have been using a Netgear wireless router for years, but was going to install a Linksys WRT54G. It doesn't seem to get the DHCP address. I have another linksys router I was going to test with but that also doesn't work. My netgear products work fine straight out of the box...what's the deal with linksys!

The resolution is to NOT use PPPoe at all. Verizon doesn't use it (at least in Oregon they don't).
Set the local IP of your router to 192.168.2.1 so it doesn't conflict and cause a NAT loop with the modem. The modem's IP is of course, 192.168.1.1.The Modem will work in routed bridge mode. The power, lan,dsl and internet lights will all be ON.
Protocol: Bridge
Mode: Routed Bridge
Router, set to DHCP/Automatic, don't worry about cloning the mac or any of that. The only thing you need to change on the router is it's local IP, to 192.168.2.1
Reboot your PC, powercycle the modem and the router, and viola.
Here are some links to Westell's site.
http://www.westell.com/technical-support/technical-support-2.html
http://www.westell.com/images/pdf/bc90_6000_6100_6110_ug.pdf
Message Edited by DAM3D on 09-08-2008 07:52 PM

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