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Will my DSL modem work as a cable modem?

You will need to buy a new modem that is designed for your DSL modem. This is due to the fact that the modem is designed to use the dsl signal opposed to the cable modem.


Does DSL require a modem?

Yes, DSL requires a DSL modem as well as an Ethernet port to your PC or laptop.


What is fimware on dsl modem router?

a generous file to assimilate the encryption for dsl modem router


Is a cable modem and a dsl modem the same thing?

No, a cable modem connects to a cat5 coax cable and a DSL modem connects to a standard phone line.


How does the speed of the Comcast DSL modems compare with the Qwest Modems?

The comcast modem is a cable modem not a DSL modem so they cant be compared.


How do you connect 56k fax modem with DSL?

The short answer is that you don't. Sure, you can plug a fax modem into a phone line that supports DSL, but it is just using the dial-up capabilities of the line and not the DSL capabilities. A regular modem like that functions like a telephone and transmits in the audible frequency range and not the higher DSL frequencies. With DSL, you'd use a DSL modem (with or without an included router), not a dial-up modem.


Do you need a modem when using DSL?

You do not need a dial-up modem. However, you will need to either purchase or rent a DSL modem, which works differently from a dial-up modem, and is usually outside the computer.


which DSL modem will work with Qwest service?

The DSL modem that qwest provides to each customer is going to be the best modem because it is up to date in software.


Does the Mediacom cable modem service download at high kbps than a Comcast DSL?

The Mediacom cable modem is just as fast as the Comcast DSL modem.


Where do you plug DSL modem into?

A DSL modem is connected to an Ethernet port (looks like a over-sized phone jack)


Is it safe to disconnect a DSL modem from its phone port and can you rehook the DSL modem if it was unplugged for a minuite?

To both of these questions, the answer is yes.hope this helpsbe safe


What is the speed difference between a cable modem connection and DSL?

Usually a cable modem is about 30 mbps and DSL can up to 768 kbps.