Re: Speakeasy DSL
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Thu, 2 Sep 2004, at 1:51pm, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The only problem I've had was the initial install. Verizon came out to the house and ran two new lines (don't ask me why) *Two* new lines is rather odd. Typically, Covad DSL (which is what Speakeasy is using) brings in DSL on a dedicated line, so that means a new loop has to be provisioned from Verizon. This is in contrast to Verizon's DSL, which typically piggy-backs on an existing POTS loop. I *think* Verizon ran two new lines to replace the two *old* lines, even though I was dropping the second phone (used primarily for dial-up). All I know is I came home one day to find both wires had been changed and the Covad guy used second one for the DSL modem when he did his part. Now I have a dedicated line each for the phone and the DSL modem. I decided to just let it ride, keep an eye on the bills, and not ask any questions (I hate that glazed look you sometimes get when asking questions). dlr -- Linux: Because a PC is a terrible thing to waste. -- As seen on the 'net -- ___ gnhlug-discuss mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mail.gnhlug.org/mailman/listinfo/gnhlug-discuss
Re: Speakeasy DSL
On Thu, 2 Sep 2004, at 1:51pm, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The only problem I've had was the initial install. Verizon came out to the house and ran two new lines (don't ask me why) *Two* new lines is rather odd. Typically, Covad DSL (which is what Speakeasy is using) brings in DSL on a dedicated line, so that means a new loop has to be provisioned from Verizon. This is in contrast to Verizon's DSL, which typically piggy-backs on an existing POTS loop. -- Ben Scott [EMAIL PROTECTED] | The opinions expressed in this message are those of the author and do | | not represent the views or policy of any other person or organization. | | All information is provided without warranty of any kind. | ___ gnhlug-discuss mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mail.gnhlug.org/mailman/listinfo/gnhlug-discuss
Re: Speakeasy DSL
Drew wrote: Someone suggested SpeakEasy was an iffy DSL source... I've had SpeakEasy for several years at four different locations now, and the only complaint I have is on price. I'm going to jump in and whole heartedly agree with you. I've had Speakeasy DSL since Flushcom - err... Flashcom went under. Speakeasy has been more stable than most T1's I've worked with and their tech support knows what they are talking about. (...As opposed to Flashcom's support, who's second tier didn't know the difference between SNMP and SMTP...) I run all kinds of servers, and, for a while, was even maxing out my upload bandwidth due to a very populae web site I used to host. They didn't mind. I've had one abuse complaint when a server I colo got broken into, and they were good about providing log excerpts. I'm paying through the nose for my line, but with the reliability, $300/mo with 8 IP's for 1.1MB SDSL is still better than a T1. Verizon will be cheaper for the speed, but their TOS specifically forbade running servers last time I checked. Yup. And their sales people don't even know what a static IP is. Also, Speakeasy is perfectly happy to hear that you use Linux, they're comfortable with it, and don't require you have a Windows machine to install any software on. During debug on the occasion I was experiencing intermittent disconnects, the tech support guy even knew ifconfig and other *nix utilities...turns out the upstream junction box on our line had a cracked seal and was half-full of water. Yup. I've been very happy with their techs. They don't even blink when I tell them I'm running Linux. They *did* blink when I told them how I configured my router, though. To quote, You can *DO* that? (I have a really funky setup combining NAT and static IP's that uses the best of both worlds and maximizes the use of the IP's I have, so in effect I can have my 8 IP's (7 usable!) and the rest of my network NAT'd without the need for a second router...) Brian -- --- | [EMAIL PROTECTED]http://www.hirebrian.net | |Simply the Best IT/MIS Manager | | Self-taught, Fast Learner, and Team Player | |Ready to Start TODAY at Your Company.| --- ___ gnhlug-discuss mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mail.gnhlug.org/mailman/listinfo/gnhlug-discuss
Re: Speakeasy DSL
Drew wrote: Someone suggested SpeakEasy was an iffy DSL source... I've had SpeakEasy for several years at four different locations now, and the only complaint I have is on price. Where I am now, 1.5Mbps/768Kbps is $80/month (with 8 static IP's and NO service restrictions) and I'm told for $100/mo I can get 6Mbps/768Kbps service. I too wish the price was a little lower, but I have been with them for over 5 years now due to the fact I get multiple static IP's, no server bans, free access to their knowledge base, and they don't have any Non-Windows limitations (expressed or implied ;) Verizon will be cheaper for the speed, but their TOS specifically forbade running servers last time I checked. Also, Speakeasy is perfectly happy to hear that you use Linux, they're comfortable with it, and don't require you have a Windows machine to install any software on. During debug on the occasion I was experiencing intermittent disconnects, the tech support guy even knew ifconfig and other *nix utilities...turns out the upstream junction box on our line had a cracked seal and was half-full of water. yup - a co-worker of mine *was* using verizon - until they closed off some more ports on his residential service last week causing his mail server to die - a little speakeasy hype on my part and he swapped that same day (and says it has doubled his bandwidth, for less money). I agree with your take on speakeasy - they have no fear of allowing servers and love Linux (the tech support people I remember speaking to were Linux users themselves, answering any question I posed). The only problem I've had was the initial install. Verizon came out to the house and ran two new lines (don't ask me why), Covad did the interior install, and on rainy days the line would drop out. Covad came back out after I complained to speakeasy and found where Verizon had botched their end of the job and fixed it. BUT the *really good* part of the whole story was the fact that until the problem was fixed Speakeasy did not charge me the monthly fee - even though the line was fine on good days (probably 90-95% of the time)... Just my $0.02 --Drew Thompson Van Zandt ___ gnhlug-discuss mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mail.gnhlug.org/mailman/listinfo/gnhlug-discuss -- Linux: Because a PC is a terrible thing to waste. -- As seen on the 'net -- ___ gnhlug-discuss mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mail.gnhlug.org/mailman/listinfo/gnhlug-discuss
