Philip,
Wednesday, December 6, 2006, 10:23:27 PM, you wrote:
PS> I am currently on zen internets Home 500 system. I am thinking of
PS> upgrading to their 8Mb service for the same price. However, I am not
PS> sure my old Netgear DM602 is up to the task.
PS> Can anybody provide me with what I need to look for to make sure
PS> that a ADSL Modem is compatible with these new high speed services.
PS> Thanks in advance.
PS> --
PS> Philip Stubbs
It is generally thought that an ADSL modem is not up to the task of
running on the ADSL Max service, and that a router is a better
option.
Zen offer the Speedtouch 536 at £39+VAT and the 546 at £45+VAT. They
will also configure them so they work straight out of the box.
Bear in mind that a modem will switch off the connection whenever
the PC is rebooted or turned off, and the way that Max works can
cause a lessening of the sync rate for a few days. With a router
left on continuously the rate will settle down after 10 days.
Unless cost is a major factor, don't even consider a modem.
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Best regards,
David mailto:dma@pern.co.uk
