westell modem and netgear router problem

[captlid]

I have verizon adsl, using an old westell modem, i can get onlin with it (I am on it right now) hooked up to one computer directly. But when I try to hook up the netgear router (its a mr814 version 3) between the pc and the westell modem I cant get online. (note win98se is the OS)

I called up netgear tech support and they told me that the reason its not working is because the (dynamic) ip address that verizon assigns is also my default gateway. I am confused about how to rectify this problem though

I downloaded the diagnostic utility off of westell's site but it doesnt really have much to change in it.

thanks,

 

[bcastner]

Westell Modem number exactly from the bottom of the case?

Essentially you need to place the Westell modem into Bridge mode, and let your router handle the Verizon DSL authentication and keep alive issues.

Or, double NAT. The best choice is bridge mode for the modem. There are a lot of resources here as to how to:

http://DSLreports.com/

On this site you will find:

. a Verizon Broadband specific site, with FAQ. The FAQ will tell you how to set your modem to Bridge mode

. a Westell modem forum, where you can find additional information

 

[captlid]

model number is c90-36r516-01

 

[bcastner]

http://www.broadbandreports.com/faq/9265

 

[captlid]

http://www.broadbandreports.com/faq/1373

I found this faq but i am not sure how to do what it says..

how do you telnet into a router?

 

[allteltec]

telnet is a dos program, Stat Run and in the run box type telnet 192.168.0.2 or in the run box type CMD if XP or 2000 or command if 98, then at the dos prop. type telnet 192.168.0.2 then hit Enter.