[dpeterson3]

The modem has a small DHCP server on it. It works with or without a router. I have one at the pantry. It doesn't matter. It works either way. It maybe difficult to hook it strait to the phone line. I can try a different phone port, but the connection may be difficult. The pantry is in the basement of an older strip mall. I am not sure, but I believe the box is on the roof. The phone line running out heads upward and I doubt the owner would be real happy if I start climbing on his building.