On Thu, Dec 07, 2006 at 09:19:29AM +0000, David Anderson wrote: > 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.
Do you have a source for this? It sounds like FUD.
The connection training period is done at BT's end. It's only done
once. Reboots after that should not be a problem, for either a modem
or a router.
