Connecting devices without a modem is possible using alternative methods like Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
Connecting devices without a modem is possible using alternative methods like Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
Yes, you can connect a fiber link straight to your Ubiquiti router using SFTP.
Usually not. The ISP will have an ONT box centrally located and might require a specific router, because they manage settings like speed and they won’t allow direct changes.
It varies based on your provider and their gear. Can you confirm if you can directly connect to the ONT? [pauses for confirmation] No, you won’t be able to. You’ll need an Optical Network Terminal to connect the fiber inside the building. At that stage, many units only support coaxial ports, while others offer Ethernet. Your main challenge is finding a device that handles DHCP tasks. In my setup, I use a FIOS router with Wi-Fi disabled and two Ubiquiti Unifi AC Lites for DHCP. At work, we have a commercial ONT using copper lines to a Cisco firewall, and two domain controllers managing DHCP—one acts as a backup if the other goes down.
Varies by internet service provider. For instance, Verizon changes it to copper at your home using an ONT. Comcast does the same, but their converter includes an SFP port, allowing you to achieve either full 2 Gbps on one connection or two separate 1 Gbps links. Contact your ISP to find out their options.
I understand many users skip Verizon’s built-in router and connect directly via RJ45 to their own devices. There’s limited guidance online about bypassing the ONT and feeding fiber straight into a fiber router. I came across a discussion on a Verizon forum where someone inquired and received a response denying it due to signal separation issues. Generally, I view ISP recommendations with caution. If you own the gear, I believe it’s worth experimenting and sharing your findings. This approach aligns with the industry trend toward fiber-to-the-home routers, so I’m open to exploring what challenges exist and how to overcome them.