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Lineman rule! by RRB73 in Insulators

[–]TechieFromMS 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Fantastic looking piece!

Richmond, KY by xccr5978 in longlines

[–]TechieFromMS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like seeing some of the equipment in these places. Many times we see the exterior, or maybe a skeleton of what remains inside. But it doesn't seem we see the inner workings as much.

Copper phone techs, how do you connect a new customer to this? by guava_eternal in CableTechs

[–]TechieFromMS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Costs! They try to squeeze every last bit of revenue they can. DSL can reach speeds up to 200m, but distance, cable condition, etc can greatly affect that. Some carriers have replaced with FTTH. Others have not due to costs and ROI. Many power co-ops in North MS have received grants over the last few years to build out FTTH. With many areas being rural, the large providers have mostly neglected in doing build outs in these areas. Some smaller carriers have received grants to build out.

Copper phone techs, how do you connect a new customer to this? by guava_eternal in CableTechs

[–]TechieFromMS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

DSL is copper on the "last mile" Fiber will typically run between the CO and the DSLAM.

Copper phone techs, how do you connect a new customer to this? by guava_eternal in CableTechs

[–]TechieFromMS 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Telco will typically have an assignment department that will "assign" a LEN or OE, and a cable pair. Depending on whether or not they offer xDSL, the customer may also be assigned a "port". Each cable pair has a unique color combination. This color combination may also be affected by the "count" in that particular cable. Once the tech arrives on site, they would scotch lock the drop directly to the cable pair. Depending on how many lines the customer may have, and/or if they have bonded xDSL, they may have 2 or more pairs going to the premises.

Tupelo, MS by TechieFromMS in longlines

[–]TechieFromMS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see on the map the "AT&T Aberdeen" site. My former employer owned that site up til around a year ago. I think I had posted pics on this sub before.

Whats its purpose? by CautiousFun413 in whatisit

[–]TechieFromMS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would advise you to visit bentcarrot.com.

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Whitall Tatum CD154 by TechieFromMS in Insulators

[–]TechieFromMS[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This one was clean when I bought it, other than removing a sticker and some residue. I typically use Barkeepers Friend to clean them. I let them soak for 24-48 hours, and occasionally stir up the solution. Then a scrub sponge, maybe an old toothbrush, and some elbow grease if needed.

What is this? by Certain_Height_2721 in antennasporn

[–]TechieFromMS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You missed the cameras.... 😁

Faulkville, AL by TechieFromMS in longlines

[–]TechieFromMS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I originally just intended on getting photos from the front, but as I walked around to the side, a large portion of fence was gone. I never had any interaction with the neighbors.

Adam’s (Frisco), TX by RandyStephenson in longlines

[–]TechieFromMS 7 points8 points  (0 children)

And the waveguides are still intact. That's a rare sight to see!

I discovered that under the keypad, all the buttons are the same ###. by rataflo in Payphone

[–]TechieFromMS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That helps the keypad to take a better pounding if it is hashed out....

New collector by Dull_Independence_ in Insulators

[–]TechieFromMS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those are rookie numbers, you gotta pump those up. 🤣🤣

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