I use a Westel of the same vintage with my Linksys router without any
problem. PPPoE as well. Have you flashed the Belkin to the latest firmware?
Jerry Jones wrote:
As a long time cable modem user I have successfully setup several
different routers for use in my home network without any significant
problems. My brother-in-law has been using PacBell DSL for a few years
and now would like to setup a home network. I have spent the past
several hours trying to get a router connected and working without
success. His DSL modem is a Westell Wirespeed model B90-36R516-01 Rev E,
circa 2000. The router is a Belkin F5D7231-4 wireless router. The steps
I've taken are as follows:
1. Westell DSL modem directly connected to PC - Internet connection is
working
2. Follow Belking setup wizard, correctly detects PPPoE connection.
3. Connect router to PC, DSL modem to WAN port on router, enter user
name and PW into wizard when prompted.
4. Wizard completes but cannot get internet connection. Router lights
are showing normal except for the Internet connection light which is
blinking (meaning no connection).
5. Manually check router settings. PPPoE selected, correct user name and
PW are entered, still no internet.
6. Disconnect router and re-connect only Westell DSL modem, internet works.
As far as I can tell from reading on the DSLreports forums and Westell
web sites, the DSL modem is a basic modem operating in bridged mode. No
DHCP or other router functions built-in. Is there something I am missing
getting a router to work with a DSL modem? Is the Westell too old to
work properly with a router?
Thanks,
Jerry
