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SARGE · 02-05-2001, 10:32 PM

If you're getting the dsl through Northpoint, it won't be on your dial tone line, but a "dry" line. Your existing line from pole to house may already have 2 pair, one being used currently. The tech probably just verified that there was continuity from dmarc to office on the assigned new line. Notice, I said "probably". When you get dsl from telco, they run it over your existing connection so you can have benefit of talk/surf at same time. In your case, all questions concerning dsl will have to go through Northpoint, including getting filters. If you're paying for installation on premises, the tech should have all necessary filters, etc.

Ameritech should have verified or installed a user-friendly dmarc outside. Again, emphasis on "should".

[Edited by SARGE on 02-05-2001 at 11:34 PM]

02-05-2001, 10:32 PM	#16
SARGE The Preacher Man Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Dallas Posts: 4,828	If you're getting the dsl through Northpoint, it won't be on your dial tone line, but a "dry" line. Your existing line from pole to house may already have 2 pair, one being used currently. The tech probably just verified that there was continuity from dmarc to office on the assigned new line. Notice, I said "probably". When you get dsl from telco, they run it over your existing connection so you can have benefit of talk/surf at same time. In your case, all questions concerning dsl will have to go through Northpoint, including getting filters. If you're paying for installation on premises, the tech should have all necessary filters, etc. Ameritech should have verified or installed a user-friendly dmarc outside. Again, emphasis on "should". [Edited by SARGE on 02-05-2001 at 11:34 PM] __________________ "Don't be so open-minded that your brains fall out."