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Connect direct to ONT?

gspearson — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 17:52:37 GMT

This page Openreach modem (ONT) explained: Ports and models available | BT Help implies I could continue using my modem with an ONT. I don't really want a Smart Hub (I was sent one two years ago) as I connect my Deco mesh via PPPoE to the modem. I guess I would need the SH if I wanted DV.

Or have I misunderstood?

Re: Connect direct to ONT?

licquorice — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 18:10:42 GMT

When you say modem, do you mean router? The ONT is a modem, you can connect any PPPoE capable router to it, not another modem. However, you will not have access to Digital Voice.

Re: Connect direct to ONT?

gspearson — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 04:51:05 GMT

@licquorice

Thanks.

I use an old HG612 modem now and then connect my Deco M5 mesh to that under PPPoE. I don't use a router. So, if we ever get fibre I could continue as now. I was slightly puzzled that no one ever seems to mention doing this.

As I am old, I still like proper telephones so DV with an adapter may be needed but I will cross that bridge if/when OR arrive here. Meanwhile CF/Zen is at my front door.

Last hurdle on leaving BT would be getting a new non-openworld email address.

Re: Connect direct to ONT?

dave44 — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 07:10:01 GMT

The Deco M5 is a router.

But yes you could connect the M5 directly to the ONT and it probably would not need any changes made to the configuration.

Re: Connect direct to ONT?

licquorice — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 07:53:15 GMT

As @dave44 says, the Deco is a router, just connect it to the ONT instead of the Hg612.