Eliminating the coaxial cable means you can use almost any router with FiOS internet instead of the one they force you to rent from them. Simply have Verizon turn the FiOS ONT Ethernet port on. So you may. First off in order to ditch your isp router you need to establish what type of broadband you have ie do you have ADSL, VDSL, FTTP, Cable etc. Best way to do this is to checkout our handy page here where all the broadband types are listed this should give you an idea as to what type you have you can. Is your ONU holding your Wi-Fi router back? This guide dives deep into Bridge Mode ONU, explaining how this simple setting can eliminate double NAT, reduce latency, and give you full control over your network. If the two are connected via an Ethernet cable, and there's a light beside the Ethernet port, you should be good to go.
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