Use Linksys Router for T1 Connection?

[drewid]

Hello All,

Can you use a Linksys Cable/DSL router on a T-1 connection?

I am looking for a inexpensive but secure hardware firewall
to install on an open t-1 connection.

Thanks,

Drewid

[M_Six]

Yes, you can. I've done it a few times. You'll have set a static WAN IP, but other than that it should work as designed.

[Scott Tiger]

Where do you live Drewid? I'm moving in . . J/K

Seriously, I had no idea you could do this. Will this work long-term or would this be considered a temporary fix M_Six?

[drewid]

Thanks for the information M_six. Are the linksys firewalls halfway decent and do a pretty good job with the basics?

What is the difference between a linksys and a higher end (cost) firewall?

the higher end usually have more options. with filtering and other set up options

I thought T-1 need a fiber connection of some sort?

[Gait_Keeper]

interresting, did know you could use a regular router for T-1

Hmm.........................

i didnt think so too, espically since it says for cable and dsl broadband

[DVNT1]

For all T1s I've dealt with you normally have a router with csu/dsu capabilites to connect to the actual T1 pair.

After that you could connect your broadband router.

oh okay so im not losing my mind. thanks DVNT1

[DVNT1]

here's some basic T1 info with some diagrams ... http://www.pulsewan.com/data101/pdfs/t1basics.pdf