diff --git a/docs/posts/masquerade-as-the-adtran-sdx621i-with-the-was-110.md b/docs/posts/masquerade-as-the-adtran-sdx621i-with-the-was-110.md new file mode 100644 index 000000000..3f4f5b354 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/posts/masquerade-as-the-adtran-sdx621i-with-the-was-110.md @@ -0,0 +1,110 @@ +--- +date: + created: 2025-05-12 +draft: true +categories: + - XGS-PON + - ADTRAN + - WAS-110 + - 8311 Firmware + - OPNsense + - Better Internet Store + - YouFibre + - Netomnia +description: Replace an ADTRAN ONT with a WAS-110 preloaded with 8311 firmware on XGS-PON +slug: replace-adtran-ont-with-was-110 +--- + +# Replace an ADTRAN SDX ONT with the WAS-110 on XGS-PON + + + + +This guide outlines how to replace an **ADTRAN SDX621i** ONT on an XGS-PON line using a [WAS-110] module pre-flashed with 8311 firmware. + +This has been successfully tested by a user on **Netomnia / YouFibre** in the UK, who received a static IP via DHCP using a cloned MAC. + +--- + +## What you need + +- A [WAS-110] module, pre-flashed with [8311 firmware](https://github.com/djGrrr/8311-was-110-firmware-builder) +- Your provisioned **PON Serial Number** (from your ISP) +- A router or firewall (e.g. OPNsense) with a VLAN-capable WAN interface (e.g. VLAN 911) +- Optional: ability to clone MAC address (required for static IP from some ISPs) + +!!! note "Fiber connector" + The original ONT in this case was connected using **SC/APC**, which plugged directly into the WAS-110 — no patch cables or adapters were necessary. + +--- + +## Configuration overview + +Once the WAS-110 is inserted into an SFP+ port and connected to the fiber socket: + +### 1. Access the 8311 web UI + +- Assign your computer a static IP (e.g., `192.168.11.3/24`) +- Connect to the module directly or via switch +- Visit: `https://192.168.11.1/cgi-bin/luci/admin/8311/config` + +--- + +## 8311 Configuration + +### Masquerade setup + +To successfully masquerade on XGS-PON, the original ONT serial number and MAC is mandatory. It, along with other key +identifiers are available on the bottom label of the ADTRAN SDX621i, shown by the arrows in the following depiction: + +![ADTRAN SDX621i label](masquerade-as-the-adtran-sdx621i-with-the-was-110/adtran.webp) + +### Configuration tab + +| Attribute | Value | Mandatory | Notes | +|---------------------------|------------------------------|------------|---------------------------------------| +| PON Serial Number (ONT ID)| From original ONT | ✅ | Found on label of ADTRAN device | +| Equipment ID | `ADTN` | ✅ | Matches expected ID for ADTRAN ONTs | +| Hardware Version | `1.2.1b` | | | +| Sync Circuit Pack Version | `1` | | | +| Software Version A | `3.7.4-2306.5` | ✅ | Confirmed working version | +| Software Version B | `3.7.4-2306.5` | ✅ | Matches A | +| MIB File | `/etc/mibs/prx300_1U.ini` | ✅ | Note: use `1U`, not `1V`, for VEIP | +| MAC Address | Cloned from original ONT | ✅ | Required for static IP on some ISPs | + +--- + +## Real-world example + +A UK-based user successfully replaced their **ADTRAN SDX621i** on **YouFibre (Netomnia)** using a WAS-110 from the [Better Internet Store]. + +### Observations: + +> PLOAM state reached **O5.1 (Associated)**, but no WAN IP was received until: +> +> - `Fix VLANs` was disabled +> - OPNsense was rebooted +> +> The 8311 UI became unreachable after assigning it to the WAN VLAN — a static route attempt was unsuccessful. For ongoing access, it's best to configure the ONT before attaching it to your WAN. + +--- + +## Performance + +Reported speeds were slightly improved: + +> On a 1 Gbps symmetric connection, speed tests showed a 50 Mbps improvement. More importantly, space was freed in the network cabinet by removing the external ONT. + +--- + +## Resources + +- [WAS-110 Documentation](../xgs-pon/ont/bfw-solutions/was-110.md) +- [Troubleshooting fake O5](../guides/troubleshoot-connectivity-issues-with-the-was-110.md#fake-o5) +- [8311 Firmware Builder on GitHub](https://github.com/djGrrr/8311-was-110-firmware-builder) + +--- + +## Thanks + +Thanks to [Better Internet Store](https://www.betterinternet.ltd) for supplying the pre-flashed module and to the 8311 community for collective testing efforts. diff --git a/docs/posts/masquerade-as-the-adtran-sdx621i-with-the-was-110/adtran.webp b/docs/posts/masquerade-as-the-adtran-sdx621i-with-the-was-110/adtran.webp new file mode 100644 index 000000000..1f2e32cf2 Binary files /dev/null and b/docs/posts/masquerade-as-the-adtran-sdx621i-with-the-was-110/adtran.webp differ diff --git "a/\\" b/swiper.js similarity index 100% rename from "\\" rename to swiper.js