On Sat, 2003-04-19 at 12:54, Darrell Shandrow wrote:
> Hi Jenny,
> 
> If you continue to require assistance, please feel free to give me a e-mail
> off-list.  I possess considerable experience in dealing with issues just
> like these.
> 
> In the meantime, here is some good information to get you started in the
> right direction.  Qwest provides its DSL service in a standard format called
> DMT.  It is also known as T1.413 Issue2.  If you purchase a DSL modem that
> supports this format, then you are in business!  Qwest now provides the
> Actiontec external DSL modems which can be connected to your computer
> through either the Ethernet or USB ports.  Of course, if you're running
> Linux, then Ethernet is likely the only way to go.  You can purchase the
> Actiontec from Qwest for $150 instead of renting for $5/mo.  However, you
> can purchase an alternative DSL modem.  Unfortunately, then Qwest will not
> provide tech support on the DSL modem.  That's no problem if you're fairly
> tech savvy or can easily get assistance.  The Cisco 678 is a DSL modem Qwest
> used to provide and support.  It has been discontinued last year, but
> remains an excellent choice!  Look for DSL modems on sites like ebay.com.
> Not sure about purchasing from a store like Circuit City or Fry's
> Electronics.
> 
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be very careful on DSL modems

Qwest changed their hardware and now use DMT type DSL modems so make
sure that any DSL modem that you get is DMT and not CAP (the Cisco 678
is typically marked on the bottom)

Craig