How to set up DSL sharing

RDSL / Remote DSL How to set it up RDSL How to setup RDSL or "Remote DSL" First of all you'll need a spare computer and a spare DSL line. These will need to be dedicated solely for your customer's use. This means you'll need a different computer and... More

RDSL / Remote DSL How to set it up RDSL How to setup RDSL or "Remote DSL" First of all you'll need a spare computer and a spare DSL line. These will need to be dedicated solely for your customer's use. This means you'll need a different computer and internet access for your personal use. Most cities have both DSL and cable modem service available, so get both. You'll need to get your own DSL modem. The preferred models are the Motorola 2210 (approximately $80 USD) and the Actiontec GT701D (approximately $50 USD). Some technical info: When they install your DSL line, they create a name (email address) and password. This is stored in your DSL modem, and that's how it is granted access to the DSL line. This is knows as PPPoE. Later in this article I'll show you how to move the name and password to your computer, instead of on the modem. That way when you want to change the IP address, you simply run a script file that tells Windows to drop the connection, then dial it again. More on this Less