[Tfug] cisco678 issue

[klsmith]

Hi Gregory,

----- Original Message -----
From: "Gregory Gray" <usulix@yahoo.com>
To: <tfug@tfug.org>
Sent: Tuesday, December 31, 2002 12:47 PM
Subject: Re: [Tfug] cisco678 issue


> Hey Keith,
>
> I installed DSL for Qwest for a couple years... so if
> you have much experience with Qwest, please don't hold
> that against me... I was employed by a contractor. ;-)
>
> Anyway, there is method by which you can completely
> erase the system and flash the memory with a new
> image. I'll see what I can dig up on the steps and
> send you an email off the list.
>
> If eth0 dies though... from what I remember it's a
> lost cause. I remember a similar situation and it did
> seem as if the physical interface just crapped out
> from loose solder or a bad wire or something.
>
> I never noticed any heating issues with the box, but
> it is sensitive to power surges on the incoming phone
> line... a good lightning strike nearby seems to fry
> one quick.
>
> Regards,
> Greg

Appreciate your help.  I have my choice between a Cisco that locks up within
15 minutes, one that appears to have a bad eth0, and an actiotec that appear
to have a bug that does not allow for port forwarding configuration.......

Lucky me hu?

Thanks for your help.

Keith



> --- klsmith <ksmith@dakotacom.net> wrote:
> > Hello,
> >
> > I had tow cisco678's die on me.  On the last one I
> > was able to hyperterm
> > into it and ping outside however from my network I
> > could not ping the
> > gateway (10.0.0.1).  qwest checked on their end and
> > said all was well.
> >
> > It appeared as if eth0 died.
> >
> > Anyone have any similar... any advice on resurecting
> > the old guy?
> >
> > Seems the actiontec has an issue with port
> > forwarding.. I've upgraded the
> > firmware as suggested however I have not been able
> > to get it to work.....So
> > I would like to fix my cisco if possible.
> >
> > I was told the cisco had a heating problem....????
> > anyone have this
> > experience?
> >
> > Any ideas / feedback appreciated.
> >
> > Thanks in advance.
> >
> > Keith
> >
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