AT&T will do a bonded VDSL2 connection in cases where a single connection isn't getting enough throughput. Also, be aware that the device may now be branded as an Arris, but Tim is correct that it's normally a NVG589 for new installs.
Scott Helms Vice President of Technology ZCorum (678) 507-5000 -------------------------------- http://twitter.com/kscotthelms -------------------------------- On Tue, Feb 10, 2015 at 3:03 AM, Tim Burke <t...@tburke.us> wrote: > What is a “4wire” modem? Is that a Chinese knockoff of a 2wire brand? ;-) > Or are you referring to a pair-bonded modem? > > AT&T seems to only offer the pair-bonded device (in most cases, a Motorola > NVG589) when you have their 45mbps “Power” service. If anything, you could > always upgrade to the 45mbps service just to get the new modem, and then > downgrade after you get the modem installed. The newer modems, including > the 589, provide IPv6 support using 6rd. > > The compatibility test previously mentioned will determine if your current > device is capable of IPv6. The older equipment has firmware updates > available that will provide IPv6 connectivity. > > > On Feb 8, 2015, at 4:48 PM, TR Shaw <ts...@oitc.com> wrote: > > > > Any suggestions on what to tell ATT to get IPv6 added to a current > account and upgrade a 2wire router to 4wire with halfway decent performance > and capability? > > > > Any and all help would be appreciated. > > > > Tom > >
