GPON is a technology that connects the Internet, digital TV and IP telephony through one single cable. Its main difference from twisted pairs and optical fiber is the higher signal transmission speed, which reaches up to 1 Gbit/s. This means that downloading a game or movie in high quality for a couple of gigabytes will not take even five minutes. For the cable to reveal its potential, you will need special equipment - a GPON Wi-Fi router, how to properly install a GPON router with Wi-Fi and what are its advantages over conventional routers.
How fast internet can be transmitted via GPON
As already mentioned, 1 Gbit per second is the highest throughput of the cable and the network as a whole. This does not mean that the Internet speed will be the same, since the router, the provider, and other conditions impose their own limitations. You can quite count on half of this value, but it is worth remembering that this is almost a million times more than the speed that people had in the 90s. A film weighing 8 Gigabytes will be downloaded in 5 minutes. Further development of the network involves increasing both speed and capacity.
Advantages
Recently, providers have switched to fiber optic cables as they provide a faster and more reliable signal. This not only increases page loading speed, but also allows you to connect to IPTV and telephony, use alarms and video surveillance through one cable. The main benefits of Gigabit PON technology for people can be divided into several categories:
Convenience
What is GPON technology from Rostelecom?
It is already clear that only one cable is laid into the house, which can replace several wires and their functions. It doesn't hang on the wall or ceiling, and there aren't several holes from a hammer drill near the door.
Speed
The standard allows you to get a speed of 500 Mbit per second. This is true even for networks that are loaded with multiple devices. This advantage is achieved through the use of powerful GPON Wi-Fi routers, which are installed by providers who once installed fiber optic routers everywhere. Such a Gipon modem, the choice of which is not large today, can easily cope with the load of several devices using the network “to its fullest.”
Reliability
This technology is well protected from electrowave signals and mechanical interference. The signal does not deteriorate by intersecting with neighbors’ routers and their phones. It is not affected by weather conditions.
Important! It is important to remember that GPON technology is a passive optical network. This means that along the entire length, from the Automatic Telephone Exchange to the client, there are no active devices or equipment that could fail.
Saving
The client does not need to spend additional money on equipment, since the provider provides a device that combines a modem and a router. Based on research, such a network should consume less electricity. Previously, not only a modem and router, but also a telephone could be connected to the network. Now all this will be replaced by one terminal. Also, costs can be optimized due to the fact that all services will be in one personal account and you will need to pay for them together, and not separately in different places.
Important! It is worth noting that the tariffs offered by Internet communication operators are different and you can find a tariff with a higher speed for the same money that was paid previously.
Safety
The GPON optical cable standard is highly encrypted. Moreover, it is difficult to intercept and use it in fraudulent schemes, for the purposes of blackmail and terrorism.
Where to start choosing a router
Choosing the right router is not an easy task.
Therefore, other providers, when concluding an agreement for the supply of services, simultaneously offer subscribers the necessary equipment to rent. But sometimes the user is offered a used router, which, of course, does not suit everyone. Subscribers also prefer to own their own equipment rather than rent. In this case, you have to choose a router yourself.
To determine which router model is needed for Rostelecom, the user is recommended to do the following:
- On the company’s website, see which models of WiFi routers the provider recommends to clients and purchase one of them. In this case, you should take into account your place of residence, because in the regions Rostelecom gives preference to different models of routers.
- Check the type of Internet connection from your agreement with your provider or other sources. Rostelecom uses three:
- via telephone line (ADSL);
- using an ETTN connection through a common house distribution panel;
- using GPON technology, when a fiber optic cable is brought directly into the subscriber’s apartment and a special optical terminal is installed there.
Only after understanding these two points, proceed to choosing a device.
Disadvantages of connecting the Internet, TV and telephone using GPON technology
How to properly configure MGTS Internet: features for GPON
The main disadvantages of the technology are:
- You don't have to choose. ont router with Wi-Fi cannot be sold to a person at retail. Other devices do not support this standard;
- The cable, like optical fiber, must be installed in places inaccessible to children and animals. It is fragile and can break even from being walked on;
- There should be a socket in the immediate vicinity of the cable hole in the wall;
- Buying a longer cable is expensive, and installing it is not easy.
Characteristics
Based on functionality and power, three classes of equipment emerge:
- User level of individual apartment owner.
- The scale of the enterprise local network.
- Providers equipment.
The fundamental difference is the existence of a light signal. A wired router generates electrical oscillations; GPON is characterized by infrared and visible ranges. It is not possible to directly replace one piece of equipment with a new type. The company offers its clients its own set of devices. Because purchasing light range routers is still difficult.
Interfaces
Equipment characteristics include purpose (see above). There is a suitable module for each stage of the network infrastructure. The set of ports includes:
- Gigabit Ethernet.
- PoE (remote power supply of peripheral devices: surveillance cameras, sensors).
- RF TV.
- Wi-Fi.
Example
Let's list the interfaces of the optical network terminal (1 PC) ZNID-GPON-2301. The example is intended to illustrate the fact of signal type conversion. Supplement the box with wireless broadcasting and get a full-fledged router.
- Optical standards support: GPON ONU; Full ITU-T G.984; SC/APC.
- Ethernet (single RJ45 port). Supports speeds of 10/100/1000 Mbit/s.
- IP protocol, technologies: Briging, VLAN, four traffic classes...
The specification lists a complete list of qualities, including connector type. An experienced specialist is able to assess the applicability of the device in advance. The router is distinguished by a large number of LAN (Ethernet) pins and the presence of a wireless Wi-Fi channel.
Which provider to choose
At the moment, there are quite a lot of providers providing services for the Gigabit Passive Optical Network. Their differences lie in the tariffs and prices for conducting services. In Moscow, the most preferred operator is MGTS, which itself replaces copper cables with new ones completely free of charge. The router, like most companies, is also provided free of charge.
Important! In other cities, it is advisable to call the provider’s manager and find out whether services of a similar plan are provided and ask for recommendations.
Disadvantages of GPON router models
Almost all routers using this technology do not support wireless communication via Wi-Fi. You can find them with support, but they will cost much more. In addition, this is not beneficial for providers either, since everyone wants to receive more and pay less. That is why the best option would be to work with the router provided by the Internet provider company. In addition, the models do not differ in variety and it is problematic to buy them yourself.
Routers for
What is GPON technology from Rostelecom
Information about what router is needed for is on the official website. In order to familiarize yourself with it, you must:
- Go to the Rostelecom website and select your region of residence there.
- In the “For Home” section, click on the “Internet” link and find the “Equipment” section from the drop-down menu.
After this, a window will open in front of the user containing information about the recommended equipment and the cost of its rental per month. Different models are offered for users in regions of the country. For example, in Moscow and the Moscow region the company gives preference to devices from Upvel, while in other regions D-Link, Sagemcom, and Zyxel are recommended.
Based on the list of equipment offered, users make decisions about purchasing the optimal routers.
Configuring ports and wireless security
If there is no password on the network, then anyone can get into it. That’s why one of the first steps in setting up is setting a password or access code. To do this you need:
- Find the Security tab in the web interface;
- Find a point by its name;
- Change the password and save it.
Important! It is advisable to encrypt the network using WPA2-PSK methods, which reliably protect the Wi-Fi connection. The password should be quite complex for a brute.
Settings
Please refer to the official user manual. Let's illustrate this using the example of TP-Link's DIR-615. The external (WAN) port of the router is optical.
Minimum Requirements
Take the trouble to check the hardware requirements:
- Any operating system.
- Availability of a browser.
- Wired or wireless access (Wi-Fi) for setup: availability of a PC, phone or tablet.
Installation procedure
- Turn off the PC's power.
- Connect the devices with an Ethernet cable using one LAN port of the router.
- Plug the SFP transceiver inside.
- Connect the optical cable.
- Connect the power cord.
- Turn on the device, PC.
Obtaining an IP address automatically
The regular IP address is indicated. Sometimes they tried to configure the modem earlier. Then logging in (connecting to the router) is problematic. Perform a hard reset. We'll help you get an IP.
- Open your operating system's Network and Sharing Center.
- Click the Adapter Properties tab.
- Find the connection you created.
- Right click.
- Select Properties.
- Find the line TCP/IP Protocol (version 4).
- Make sure that the address is obtained automatically (check the appropriate boxes).
Control Panel
- Open your browser.
- Dial 192.168.0.1.
- Enter your login and password to gain access to the settings.
- The official guide recommends immediately changing your credentials, SSID. This prevents possible hardware conflicts.
The internal organization of the control panel and settings are similar to ordinary wired models. You should go in, open the WAN section, enter the credentials prescribed by the provider. There is no need to enter a password - select the appropriate option and disable identification.
Software configuration
The software settings for the GPON router are made in the same way as any other settings for another router. Settings are configured on the website, which can be accessed at 192.168.1.1. Next, you should specify the login and password (admin by default) and fine-tune the creation of a new network, its name and password.
Thus, Gigabit PON is one of those technologies that can not only provide the Internet, but also solve many other problems: gaining access to IPTV and telephony, alarms and video surveillance. Using equipment running on GPON, you can even organize a Smart Home system.
Podgornov Ilya Vladimirovich All articles on our site are audited by a technical consultant. If you have any questions, you can always ask them on his page.
