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by MtCableman
Wed Sep 04, 2002 9:14 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Page cannot be displayed
Replies: 5
Views: 1521

Mine works........XP Pro :)
by MtCableman
Sat Aug 31, 2002 11:55 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Mad Id
Replies: 10
Views: 1450

This is one of the funniest threads I have seen in a long time!!!!


1. Sounds like he really doesn't know what's going on.
2. He doesn't understand how things work.
3. So frustrated he types broken and mispelled "english".

Sounds like he needs to call his ISP so they can charge him for his ...
by MtCableman
Fri Aug 30, 2002 2:23 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Comcast and FTP server
Replies: 6
Views: 10012

You could run PC Anywhere. That would work for you.
by MtCableman
Thu Aug 29, 2002 9:23 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Broadband for Macs?
Replies: 10
Views: 1180

MACs are supported by ATTBI! They are the easiest computers to set up. Plug em in and play!
by MtCableman
Tue Aug 27, 2002 7:44 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Comcast Outlawing use of NAT
Replies: 8
Views: 1785

Originally posted by Indy


They can tell what is hooked up to the modem by the mac address that is reported back to the headend. So, if you have a 3com card in your computer, they can see that fact from the main office. Same with a router. However, most routers can spoof a mac address, so you ...
by MtCableman
Tue Aug 27, 2002 9:31 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Comcast Outlawing use of NAT
Replies: 8
Views: 1785

Old news.

Question:
How would they be able to tell that you are using a router? Would the sniff every packet of information? Wouldn't the Router's natural firewall keep them from seeing the computers on the other side of the NAT? Wouldn't they run out of IPs to give to the customers? Seems like a ...
by MtCableman
Tue Aug 27, 2002 9:28 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Using 64bit Nic for cable, any benefit?
Replies: 7
Views: 1089

Even though the NIC could be faster than another one. You are still limited by the cable modem.
by MtCableman
Thu Aug 22, 2002 9:23 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Signal Booster Necessary?
Replies: 11
Views: 2718

Originally posted by f1ipm0dsqd
i get this with my linksys modem on ATTBI service.. thats when i get connected.. i get disconnected all the time.. cant connect in the morning to about 9pm.. it really sucks.. i hate calling them everyday..
Locked Modulation QPSK
Channel ID 3 Symbol rate 2560 ...
by MtCableman
Wed Aug 21, 2002 10:42 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Signal Booster Necessary?
Replies: 11
Views: 2718

Once again.

Signal coming into the modem should be between -15dbmv to +15dbmv.

Signal coming out of modem should be between +34dbmv to +54dbmv.

If the above is true, nothing you do will help you get a better service or speed! It could make it worse though.

True, "booster" or amplifier means ...
by MtCableman
Sat Aug 17, 2002 5:13 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Important Question !
Replies: 3
Views: 845

Originally posted by Sphynx
Well, actually when your throw a game into the mix, things are not so straightforward especially when you talk about generic lag.

A ping is a ping...but ping response time (latency of your network), and overall latency (factor in packet loss and intrasystem latency ...
by MtCableman
Mon Aug 12, 2002 9:30 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: More cable TV, < Bandwidth?
Replies: 3
Views: 1011

If everything is properly connected and all the signal levels are within the operating range, other connections will not affect the cable modem operation. You also have to include what is called ingress. If there is something on the system that produces noise on the upstream band, it could affect ...
by MtCableman
Wed Aug 07, 2002 8:45 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Which Cable modem will work?
Replies: 14
Views: 1313

Try a wireless router! That way you won't have to pay for 2 accounts. Usually the Cable ISP will charge the same amount for the second modem. They will charge for the second IP if you need one running a HUB.

Different areas of the house + second computer = wireless ROUTER
by MtCableman
Fri Jul 05, 2002 11:26 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Cable interruption problems
Replies: 27
Views: 3965

Here is the original thread I started a long time ago. It may not be the fix for you but it is worth trying.

http://forums.speedguide.net/showthread.php?s=&threadid=59378
by MtCableman
Fri Jul 05, 2002 2:10 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Cable interruption problems
Replies: 27
Views: 3965

For WIN 2000 and XP machines. Make sure the DNS client is STOPPED and set to MANUAL.
by MtCableman
Fri Jul 05, 2002 2:06 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: help!! cable modem dead after lightning
Replies: 20
Views: 6049

The cable side of your modem is ok.
The ethernet side of your modem is bad due to:
1. Bad ethernet cable
2. Bad NIC
3. Bad ethernet port on the modem.

Solutions:
1. Try another ethernet cable
2. Try another NIC
3. If the modem had a USB port try that, if not try another modem.

The modem can be ...
by MtCableman
Wed Jun 19, 2002 12:48 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: A serious question about expectations
Replies: 10
Views: 3014

Too bad more people can't or won't understand that. They will still take DSL speed test as a serious test for their Internet speed. There are too many variables that affect the speed tests from the WWW. Speed tests from the ISP servers are the correct way to go.


Great Post!!
by MtCableman
Sat Jun 08, 2002 2:46 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Cant connect to another ATTbi user??
Replies: 3
Views: 650

Re: Cant connect to another ATTbi user??

Originally posted by f1ipm0dsqd

i talked to attbi and they said they do not support p2p connections..wtf?




That means that they can't help you. It doesn't mean that it won't work. For example: They also don't support LINUX, BSD or any other O/S than Windows or MAC, but if you are technically ...
by MtCableman
Thu Jun 06, 2002 9:32 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: line amp
Replies: 4
Views: 822

Do you need one? If you levels are from -15 dB to +15dB into the modem you should be OK(Manufacturer Specs).

If you get an amp, it has to be able to work in both directions. Usually it won't amplify the UPSTREAM signals; it doesn't need to. Soem house amps really just cause problems from being ...
by MtCableman
Thu Jun 06, 2002 9:23 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Free cable TV for Broadband users?
Replies: 4
Views: 1453

Proper levels and proper placed "filters" do not affect the speeds of the cable modem.
by MtCableman
Wed Jun 05, 2002 12:08 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: ATTBI Networking question...
Replies: 2
Views: 809

Here is a link for the ATTBI site giving tips on how to use a LINKSYS router. Strange they would allow you to use one then give you tips on how to use one????!

http://help.broadband.att.com/faq.jsp?content_id=1217&category_id=11

Where did you read that ATTBI didn't allow routers or multiple ...
by MtCableman
Mon May 27, 2002 1:13 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: cable modem very slow
Replies: 3
Views: 983

Are you running Norton or PC Cillin with the "WEB FILTER" on? This will slow down the connections as it "scans" the web content. If you are turn off that feature.
by MtCableman
Tue May 07, 2002 4:04 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Cable Wiring
Replies: 1
Views: 618

If you have a proper connection now, anything you do will not improve you speeds. Also keep in mind that copper has better conductivity than gold. Gold is used on connectors because it doesn't react with other materials to cause "corrosion".

There sure does seem a lot of mis-guided attention to ...
by MtCableman
Fri May 03, 2002 2:14 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Good Bandwidth site ????
Replies: 4
Views: 1121

Pick one from this site:

www.testmyspeed.com
by MtCableman
Wed Apr 24, 2002 9:27 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: My cable modem!!!!!
Replies: 17
Views: 2652

Originally posted by -M0dEm-Fr3aK-
Thats horrible i feel cheated :P
How could you feel cheated?

That is what they advertise the speeds at!
by MtCableman
Mon Apr 15, 2002 2:38 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: cable problems
Replies: 7
Views: 1005

Originally posted by mnosteele52
Make sure you have the following services set to automatic (control panel - admin tools - services):

DHCP Client
DNS Client
Network Connections

See if that helps. :) :D

You will want to STOP the DNS client and make sure that it is DISABLED. This was a problem ...
by MtCableman
Mon Apr 08, 2002 2:28 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Safe and Easy way to UNCAP
Replies: 100
Views: 16050

Could someone post some pictures for us? I would like to see a pic for every step. I am sure I would LOL!!!!
by MtCableman
Fri Mar 29, 2002 9:18 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Problem with speeds on my cable, please help
Replies: 48
Views: 3801

Originally posted by Hann
Nope I have nothing from norton, mcaffe, nothing like that this is a brand new comp and havent installed much if anything yet, I have zonealarm but I have it turned off right now to try stuff out.

That's wierd! Try a NIC, can't hurt. I can't see why it would help but ...
by MtCableman
Thu Mar 28, 2002 10:54 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Problem with speeds on my cable, please help
Replies: 48
Views: 3801

Try a NIC. It just doesn't sound like that would be the "fix" for it. It can't hurt to try because it sounds like you have tried everything else.

How about "NORTON"? Are you running a "web filter" like NORTON or PCCILLIN?
by MtCableman
Thu Mar 28, 2002 7:27 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Problem with speeds on my cable, please help
Replies: 48
Views: 3801

I don't think it is the USB. He can connect to pages, it sounds like the port is shutdown for the games or a firewall stopping it.
by MtCableman
Tue Mar 26, 2002 9:13 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: My cable modem keeps disconnecting! Help anyone!
Replies: 12
Views: 48189

The Upstream transmit signal power = 56.7 dBmV is a little high! It should be below 54dBmV. It shouldn't affect your speeds or connection as long as it doesn't go any higher. I wonder what the Downstream signal is at? The Signal to Noise Ratio = 30.6 dB
looks really good.

I guess all you have to ...
by MtCableman
Sat Mar 23, 2002 4:46 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Fed up with cable - Need advice on choosing a good dial-up ISP
Replies: 13
Views: 2893

neo960

Sounds like the "tech" that came out was incompetent! I don't work for Comcast so I can't speak for what they do. I am sure that if they care for their customers, they will provide better support than that. The HSD techs in our system provide better care than that.

The "tech" should've ...
by MtCableman
Fri Mar 22, 2002 9:16 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Fed up with cable - Need advice on choosing a good dial-up ISP
Replies: 13
Views: 2893

What kind of troubleshooting did he do? Did he check the signals? Did he check the speeds with his laptop? Did he check the quality of the QAM signal? Did he try another modem? Are others having the same problem? Did he TRACERT to path to see if there is a "bottleneck" somewhere?

What did he do ...
by MtCableman
Sun Mar 17, 2002 10:16 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Some one DID it --Read this
Replies: 79
Views: 21469

Re: Don't you think its kinda strange

Originally posted by Mystic
Just as an aside here. Don't you think that its kinda strange that someone else posted this "general" method over two years ago on this very board and got told that it was impossible and that he was a liar. Others who were so knowledgeable, saw to it that he got ran ...
by MtCableman
Fri Mar 15, 2002 2:52 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: I'm a new Field Tech!
Replies: 23
Views: 2641

Originally posted by therealcableguy

I probably should not brag about the truck.Its over the top with the features and the manager who purchased is no longer with us. We all have Dell Latitudes.Mine is the first one ordered back in 99 :cry: P3 ,300Mhz,64Mb of RAM.I am hoping to pass mine down to ...
by MtCableman
Fri Mar 15, 2002 2:49 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: I'm a new Field Tech!
Replies: 23
Views: 2641

Originally posted by Ganyon
It's a redneck thing
It must be, because evyone bragging about their rides is from the SOUTH! LOL
by MtCableman
Fri Mar 15, 2002 9:29 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: I'm a new Field Tech!
Replies: 23
Views: 2641

Originally posted by therealcableguy
We got the SDA5000's in the 6,000 dollar range.I believe the QAM option takes it up close to 9,000.All of our bucket techs(20?) have them to troubleshoot as do a large percentage of our service techs.BTW pickup truck with tinted windows,CD player,cassette deck ...
by MtCableman
Fri Mar 15, 2002 9:22 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: just a question about cable
Replies: 14
Views: 1335

When you speak of the "size of the node" is it homes passed?.....actual modems?....what? Then when the nodes are combined in the Headend, how many are connected to one Upstream port?

There are a lot of variables and the correct "balancing" of the nodes and Upstream ports is important. But once ...
by MtCableman
Thu Mar 14, 2002 9:15 am
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: cable internet without modem???
Replies: 12
Views: 1332

Originally posted by shrapnel
Hi
Thank you all for your feedback.
He also says that I will get a constant download and upload speed unlike the case with cable modems where the speed decrease drastically with increasing numbers of users.


Interesting! Speed decreases "drastically" with ...
by MtCableman
Wed Mar 13, 2002 8:06 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: I'm a new Field Tech!
Replies: 23
Views: 2641

Originally posted by wee96
[B
<--WaveTech 1400, RSVP (not 2, I lost my v2 bleh), 1997 Chevy 2500 (with air, unlike 99% of our fleet). *flex* [/B]

Too bad you don't have the 1750 from Wavetek. It has a lot more useful features that the 1400. If you didn't know already, you can program that meter ...
by MtCableman
Wed Mar 13, 2002 8:00 pm
Forum: General Broadband Forum
Topic: Hey MtCableman!
Replies: 3
Views: 722

Same town? Yes!

That pic looks about right to me. Couldn't get any better.

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