[Noisebridge-discuss] Interwebs for new space

[Matt Peterson]

It looks like I'm heading up the Internet sub-group for the new space;  
totally welcome help in this regards.  However, short of getting a  
basic net connection up, I'd prefer to wait for dragging cable, fancy  
routing, multiple access points and whatnot to wait until the  
flooring, electrical and walls are situated by other sub-groups (note  
I said situated, as in planned or in process, not completed).

I placed an order for a Sonic.net ADSL2 connection today (it would be  
great to get the billing details under a noisebridge debt card, do we  
have one?).  This should hopefully yield similar download speeds as  
Comcast but without the bit twiddling they're know for (this week  
being DNS redirection).  Generally installation is a two step process,  
first an ATT tech comes out, tags a pair of copper.  Then a Sonic.net  
employee comes out, checks to make sure the pairs support syncs with  
their DSLAM, configures the modem, runs speed tests to confirm the  
linked speed, hands over some static IP's, etc.  My understanding is  
we'll need keys from the landlord to get into the basement phone  
closet.  It also wouldn't shock me in the wiring between the basement  
and our floor is cranky too.

For now, someone with keys to the new space (plus phone box lock)  
being around while the techs are scheduled would be great.  I'll be  
out of town most of the month building a network in the desert.  Also  
gathering up supplies like cat5 (outdoor variety welcomed), patch  
panels, keystone jacks, etc is good too.  We also have some efforts to  
connect up to a fiber network, stay tuned.

--Matt