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In most cases, telecom operators providing Internet access using ADSL technology give subscribers the simplest modems: single-port and without a wireless communication module. For example, Rostelecom. This was quite enough to give access to the global web to one computer or laptop.
But now every apartment has a smartphone or tablet, and smart TVs and PlayStation and XBox game consoles are also common. Therefore, the need for Wi-Fi sharply arises and the question arises - how to organize it? You can, of course, buy another modem with a built-in wireless module. And there is another option - connect a Wi-Fi router to an ADSL modem. How to do it? Very simple!
Choose one of the two schemes below and act!
1. The Internet distributes the router
This is the most correct way in all respects, but it is laborious. First you need to configure the modem in bridge (bridge) mode.
Now they need to be correctly connected according to the scheme LAN port of the ADSL modem -> WAN port of the router.
Next, on the Wi-Fi router, you need to set up an Internet connection. As a rule, this is a PPPoE connection. As a result, he will be the main one in this bunch of devices, being responsible for both connecting to the provider and wireless network.
2. Router as an access point
This is an easier setup option. It’s just that you don’t need to change the modem configuration parameters - it distributed the Internet via cable, so it will be. The router in this case will act as a simple switch with a WiFi access point. To do this, you must first prepare it.
First, disable DHCP seover. This role will be played by the modem.
Secondly, you need to check if the IP address of the router matches the ADSL modem, since IP is usually used or they can match. In this case, the router in the LAN settings needs to change the IP address to any other in this network.
All the necessary settings have been made, now you need to correctly connect the ADSL modem and the Wi-Fi router with a network cable according to the LAN-LAN scheme:
That is, the WAN port of the router (aka “Internet” on some models) remains unused, since with this scheme it actually global network it does not connect itself and all the functions associated with this are not needed and are not used.
You can check your work.
P.S.:
Modern GPON technology, which uses passive optical networks, differs little in the principle of operation of end user terminals - they can also operate in bridge mode (bridge) and in router mode. This means that both of the above schemes are applicable to them. The only exception is that in most cases you will not be able to reconfigure the terminal from one mode to another on your own, as this is done remotely by technical support. Otherwise, all actions are identical "one to one".
This is due to the requirements of new services and "heavy" applications that can fully function only with a PON connection from Rostelecom. That is why it was necessary to introduce fiber optic technologies that meet the requirements of high-speed Internet.
This article contains several items:
- What is PON technology
- Features of PON Internet
- Connection equipment
- Setting up modems
PON technology from Rostelecom
The most important advantage of this technology compared to other types of connection is the high data transfer and, as a result, the responsiveness of networks. Therefore, a PON connection is optimal for connecting large co-companies to the Internet.
Currently, Internet speed requirements reach 100 Mbps, and will approach 1 Gbps in the near future. Only optical cables can support such high performance. This is especially true for large distances, which, of course, exist between the provider and the user.
For service providers, FTTH (Fiber to the Home) bandwidth is already available, which is routed to the home. Thus, new buildings will serve as the basis of access networks and will be able to function for many years. The implementation of FTTH access networks is far from being a cheap process, which requires not only labor-intensive construction works but also significant financial costs.
However, the development of Wavelength Division Division (WDM) technology, which uses a single fiber for incoming and outgoing traffic, is to a large extent improved the situation. The first of the FTTH networks have already moved to a newer standard, where a single fiber is connected to a passive optical splitter, which in turn distributes the signal to several subscribers.
It was this standard that began to be called the PON technology, which Rostelecom is now actively using. With this technology, the network can support 1:64 signal splitting from a single fiber. In addition, Rostelecom's PON technologies allow subscribers to use without the use of IP set-top boxes.
Advantages of the Internet using PON technology from Rostelecom
The most significant advantage of PON Internet from Rostelecom is that with the help of inexpensive optical splitters, a common fiber provides a network for many users. But it should be remembered that such splitters maintain network responsiveness with up to 64 users. Thus, this technology is of interest not only to subscribers, but also to service providers who want to replace somewhat outdated copper networks.
Features of PON networks, which can also be called pluses, are:
- absence of electromagnetic interference, since there is no need to use active equipment directly in the access network;
- reduction of fiber and equipment in the central office.
Rostelecom's PON equipment provides greater throughput and supports dual distribution ratio. This means that with a 64-lane allocation, each user will get a fairly large connection bandwidth, about 35 Mbps. If the provider uses lower distribution factors, for example, 16 or 32, subscribers will receive even more bandwidth. Due to the efficient use of the bandwidth of the PON standard, subscribers are provided with a high data transfer rate. In addition, this technology makes it possible to use not only high speed internet, but also multi-services such as video, voice, data.
Which modems are suitable for connecting PON from Rostelecom
GPON technology is an industry-wide interchangeable standard. This indicates that PON modems of any manufacturer will work correctly with devices such as ONT.
This, in turn, affects the reduction in the cost of equipment and enables providers to offer subscribers the most favorable tariffs for services. Also, it is important to note that the updated technology based on XGPON standards increases network performance up to 10 Gbps, while maintaining backward compatibility with already deployed networks.
How to set up the equipment
As a rule, PON equipment from Rostelecom does not need to be carefully configured, since all the necessary parameters have already been entered by the provider. But in some models WiFi router with PON technology, you will need to configure the wireless network and set connection parameters. These parameters include the login and password of a PPPoE user type, which Rostelecom provides to the subscriber when concluding an agreement.
If, after correctly entering all the necessary parameters, the equipment lights up red PON indicator, we recommend that you contact the service with this problem technical support Rostelecom clients.
If you have any questions about this technology, we recommend watching this video.
Rostelecom and PON technology in Vologda video
The constant development of technology allows you to connect the Internet to apartments for more and more high speeds. One of the methods for such a connection is Gpon technology, which is also offered by Rostelecom.
Gpon - general job description
Passive optical technologies (Pon) appeared not very long ago, but they are confidently replacing traditional methods of organizing Internet access using copper cables. Optical cable has huge advantages over copper cable:
The "G" prefix suggests that the connection is at gigabit speed. This technology is called passive because there is no active connection between the provider node and the end consumer. network equipment, and the optics are laid directly into the client's apartment.
No equipment is required, because the length of the optical cable without additional signal amplification is up to 20 km, and in the near future, developments are underway to increase the line to 60 km.
Connection can be carried out in synchronous and asynchronous modes. Usually providers prefer asynchronous mode. Max speed limited to 2.5 Gb / s for receiving, and 1.25 Gb / s for transmitting information.
The principle of connection to Rostelecom
In order to connect, a future subscriber needs to contact the nearest Rostelecom office and leave an application. You can connect one or more services to choose from:
- Internet;
- City (landline) telephony;
- IP TV.
Any connection to the provider by wire requires additional costs.
Those customers who have previously been connected to Rostelecom using ADSL technology know this from their own experience, new subscribers will be told about this when submitting an application.
The main difficulty is the installation of the cable, which, due to its specific qualities, is not desirable to be strongly bent, so usually all equipment is installed in the hallway. The equipment includes a special ONT router designed to work in fiber optic networks, which can be rented directly from the provider or bought independently. It is desirable that an electrical outlet be installed in the hallway. The end devices are connected via a conventional twisted-pair Ethernet or via WiFi.
Gpon network diagram provided by the provider Rostelecom.
After being agreed with the client technical questions, a router is purchased, a service contract is concluded. The installation and laying of the cable, and the configuration of the router.
Setting up equipment for connection
If the router is purchased or rented from Rostelecom, then its initial configuration is carried out during installation directly by Rostelecom employees. In cases where the subscriber is buying a router himself or he already has equipment, the configuration options may vary depending on the model and manufacturer of network equipment, as well as on its capabilities. On the Internet, you can find enough information with step by step instructions which you can customize yourself.
Rostelecom offers its customers several models of ONT devices, one of which is G PON ONT RFT620. This is a fairly successful and versatile model that allows you to connect up to 4 devices to the LAN, and an unlimited number via wireless technology, it is possible to watch streaming TV, and connect up to 2 landline phones.
All settings are made through the web configurator. To do this, you need to type in the browser the address "192.168.1.254", and enter the username and password: user / user. You do not need to drive in any Internet settings, this is already done by the provider. You just need to configure your home network to suit your needs:
- turn on the wireless WiFi module;
- change security settings;
- set static or dynamic IP addresses, etc.
Services and packages
Rostelecom offers its customers many different options and service packages, the most popular of which are the following:
- home Internet via fiber optic line with a choice of connection speed;
- interactive TV with more than 160 channels;
- home landline phone, with a choice of tariff for calls;
- mobile telephony;
- rent an ONT router at a low price.
All these services can be selected separately or combined into packages. The choice will also depend on the monthly subscription fee. The company holds constant promotions and discounts, information about which can be found on their portal. Also, for each region separately, the price for services is different.
Pros and cons of connecting using Gpon technology
Connecting via GPON, like any other method, has its positive and negative sides. The positives include the following:
- The cable is pulled directly between the provider's PBX and into the user's apartment, i.е. there are no intermediate nodes, which significantly increases the speed of information transfer and signal stability.
- The signal in a fiber optic cable is transmitted not by electrical, but by light pulses. This means that there is no danger of injury from electric shock at all.
- The ability to connect several services at once, through one ONT device.
There are, of course, disadvantages in this connection method:
- The optical wire is very afraid of sharp bends, and this suggests that it will be difficult to bring it around the apartment to distant rooms. It is also not recommended to place furniture and other heavy objects on the cable.
- Although there is nothing of value in the cable for sale, trunk lines and wiring in entrances are constantly threatened by vandals.
- Electricity is not transmitted through the cable, therefore, there is an increased interest in it from the side of animals. It is advisable to hide it in a box.
The technology of passive optical networks (PON) has been used for quite a long time in building networks of various sizes and purposes due to its reliability and stability. It received several branches depending on the final destination: Ethernet PON, Broadband PON and others.
AT recent times GPON technology began to gain momentum among users
Until recently, the development of optical networks was not so accessible due to the high cost of equipment. Recently, prices have started to drop, and now "optics in every home" is becoming the best option for everyone, given the other advantages of optics compared to twisted pair and other even less reliable technologies.
To connect subscribers to the Internet, the MGTS provider uses Gigabit PON, or GPON, the most convenient and stable technology for building optical networks today.
When concluding an agreement, MGTS provides for use GPON routers already configured for use with a specific provider. But there are times when the device is reset due to a power surge, or the settings are reset by accident, or, finally, the user may simply need to change the Wi-Fi password.
Setting optical router GPON basically resembles setting up a regular router and consists of the following steps:
- Login to the router management page;
- creating a wireless access point and protecting it with a password.
Details can be studied using the Sercomm RV-6688 GPON router as an example.
Login to the management interface
To configure, the router is connected to the computer via the supplied cable and lan port. An optical patch cord does not need to be connected in this case.
In the address bar, enter the IP of the setup interface: 192.168.1.254. The default login and password is admin / admin, but if the device is flashed or configured by MGTS employees, then mgts / mtsoao is possible. You do not need to select the connection type - it is included in the firmware of the router.
Setting up wireless points
This model, provided by the MGTS provider, supports the ability to create up to four separate wireless networks, including a guest network that will not have access to the local area. Before setting up, check that the DHCP server is enabled on the router. This is located in the "LAN" - "Basic parameters" section and is necessary for the correct distribution of IP addresses to end devices.
Wi-Fi on a GPON router from MGTS is configured as follows:
- In the "Settings" menu, go to the "Wireless Network" section, then to "Basic Settings";
- Enable the wireless network with a tick in the appropriate item (or make sure it is enabled);
- Assign SSID - point name.
The rest of the parameters can be left unchanged. But it depends on your conditions: if there are other Wi-Fi routers nearby, you may need to select a channel with a different frequency. Also with the signal level: if your GPON router will be at a distance from the receiving devices, then it would probably be better to select the “High” value in the list.
To install protection on the "Security" page, in the drop-down list of network identifiers, we find the name of the newly created point. The rest of the parameters can be left as default, except for the password. Assign a strong password, preferably including both letters and numbers. After that, you need to save the customized configuration.
Conclusion
As you can see, setting up a GPON router from MGTS is no more difficult than similar actions with any other router. If you need, for example, change the password for Wi-Fi, our instructions will help. Who did not help - you can always contact us in the comments for help in solving the problem.