Yes, you can often use your existing router with fiber optic internet, but there are crucial considerations. Understanding compatibility, potential limitations, and when an upgrade is necessary will ensure you get the most out of your high-speed connection. This guide will break down everything you. Most fiber ISPs, including Mercury, provide an ONT that connects directly to your router via an Ethernet cable. It requires a compatible fiber optic modem or ONT. To use it, you'll need a router that supports high-speed data transfer. Data travels as light pulses through thin glass or plastic fibers, allowing for high bandwidth capacity and minimal latency. Setting up a fiber internet. To connect your fiber optic cable to a router, ensure you have the following: Fiber optic modem (ONT): Most fiber connections require an Optical Network Terminal (ONT), provided by your ISP.
[PDF Version]