[cobalt-users] Testing RAQ3 at home before colocating?!?! HELP!

["blah blah" <blahthis@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi everyone,

I just recieved my Raq3 today!
I'm planning on colocating the server at a datacenter, but not until
Summer (July).

In the meantime, I plan on "playing" with the server. Getting familiar with 
the UI, and updating the various software releases.

Now the hard part.
I currently have a speedy xDSL connection from Bell Canada (Sympatico).

I am hoping I can have the server share my DSL connection, almost as if it 
was colocated.  The Raq will also be the primary DNS server.

I am well aware that being on a DSL, the IP address is dynamic (plus the 
damn telco is using PPOE!!). I do know that if I do not turn off my 
computer, i can hold my IP for several days (even longer- but never tried).

Now the question:
Can I test drive the Raq this way?  Do I need to purchase one of those 
networking kits?

Plus, would I have to install PPOE on the RAQ?  Would this end up screwing 
my setup when I get to colocate this summer?

Many thanks to those who help out!

-Miguel
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