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by trtjj

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Could I connect a Sonicwall 2040pro to a T1 without a router? I don't think I could but someone I know insists that you can. This person said I can connect my Sonicwall 2040 directly into a smartjack. I told him that he needs a router in front of the 2040 and the router needs a WIC to accept the T1. Now I'm doubting my self. Am I wrong?

Tom

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by inquisitive

I've also been told that it can be done. However, I'm awaiting an answer as to wether I need to convert the smartjack from RJ48 to RJ45 to plug it into the sonicall.

by curlergirl

I'm not an expert, but I believe any T1 configuration requires both a router and a CSU/DSU device. I don't believe the 2040 Pro has this capability built in, although there are routers that do.

Hope this helps!

by inquisitive

curlergirl was correct. the sonicwall 2040 on a T1 requires a router to support the DSU/CSU. If you were using DSL or Cable Modem you could do it but in the real world of T1 it isn't going to happen.

have fun.

by adent888

the sonicwall 2040pro can't convert wan packets into tcp/ip therefore you would need a csu/dsu or router with a WIC.

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