An improved system and associated components for providing reliable power supply
and interconnectivity for digital subscriber line (DSL) applications at sites remote
from the central office (CO). The system comprises a line power unit in communication
with a subscriber-installable gateway module, the latter incorporating a power
extraction circuit adapted to extract power from the Telco line. Home phone network
(HPN), homeplug, and wireless modules are also provided within the gateway to permit
connectivity between other electronic components within the subscriber's site.
Subscriber-installable adapter modules which extract power and perform line interface
functions for the various jacks throughout the site are also disclosed. Methods
for installing and operating the aforementioned components are also described.