“Our internet provider (Centrylink) only offers a DSL connection because of our remote location. Is this router compatible with DSL and will it function properly alone with Centrylink's system. We currently use their provided ZyXEL PK5000Z modem/router.”
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That modem you are using will work fine with this router, or any other really, as long as your modem is still functional. A router will not be able to replace a modem, if that is what you need. A router is for receiving either an internet or local connection from a modem, switch, client device, or another router. The router then shares that connection with other devices either wirelessly or with ethernet cables. A modem is still needed to take a connection from your internet provider over different things like coax cable, satellite, or in your case a phone line, and basically serve as an ethernet cable adapter. Your modem is actually kinda neat because it has a switch built into it, there are 4 ethernet ports on the back. If you don't need wireless internet, you don't even need anything other than your modem. If you need more than 4 wired devices, you can save money and get an ethernet switch instead of a router. Keep in mind that most routers offer security features depending how you set them up, and ethernet switches do not.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, it is, Bill. All of our routers will work with most cable and DSL ISPs as long as the main modems offer Ethernet (WAN) connection. For more details, please get in touch at [email protected].
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