T1 router Ques.

[paul welch]

I was just wondering if T1 routers are the same as cable routers.

[Intel(R) Technical Support (David H)]

paul welch wrote:
>
> I was just wondering if T1 routers are the same as cable routers.

Paul:

Yes - and No.

Both devices provide layer 1 and layer 2 functionality, converting one
type of physical medium to another and a WAN type framing to an
Ethernet one. They might also provide the same types of layer 3
functionality (it really depends upon the cable router - often called
a cable modem). Many cable modems are really just bridges and do not
actually do any routing, filtering, or network address translation -
others do all this and more.

They are not interchangeable devices though - the specifics of their
layer 1 and layer 2 functionality are built to be used on the specific
WAN media for which they are sold.

I suggest that you work with an Intel(R) Premier Provider (IPP) for a
complete needs analysis and a solution recommendation based upon your
unique needs. An IPP locator is available at
http://intel.infonow.net/bin/findNow?CLIENT_ID=INTEL.

Thank you.
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David H.
Intel(R) Express Networking Products Support

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