Abstract: Methods and apparatus are disclosed for establishing a fixed wireless telephone service. A fixed wireless device includes a wireless device for establishing wireless connections to a wireless communications network that interfaces with a public switched telephone network. The fixed wireless device includes a connection that provides telephone service for an ordinary POTS-based telephone, handset, computer, or other communication device. Various techniques are provided for monitoring during use and/or verifying prior to use whether the fixed wireless device remains in an intended fixed location.

Abstract: A twisted pair status indicator is provided. The twisted pair status indicator may be attached to a twisted pair access terminal to indicate whether the access terminal has available and properly functioning twisted pairs. The twisted pair status indicator may comprise a sliding door that reveals an available indication when the sliding door is moved to one side. When the sliding door is moved to a second side, an unavailable indication is revealed. The indications may be characters, numerals or colors that indicate whether twisted pairs are available. The twisted pair status indicator may also include a lock on the sliding door so that only authorized personnel may make changes to the twisted pair status indicator.