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Self install is the new way to connect using ADSL broadband. If you
want to know what ADSL is click here
Why choose self Install?
Self install gives you lower cost connection and access. It should also
be quicker and easier
How much...
- Connection fee (about £50)
- Modem and 2 Splitters (microfilters) (about £135 incl VAT)
- Monthly charge (£21 - £35 plus VAT per month)
- Watch out...many providers charge much more for business use (about
£50 plus vat) although some will let you go on a home user rate
if you don't use put a business website on their webspace. If in doubt
check.
Steps to connect
- Check if you are in a covered area. Click
to find out . If either link comes up with an error try later..
it's run by BT.
- Pick an ADSL Internet Service Provider.
Like a normal ISP you should look for price,
fast reliable connections and access to reasonably priced human technical
support.
Some well known names perform poorly so try to check ADSL
guide for full listings, latest prices and some independent ratings.
- Order your connection. It should take about a week for your ISP
to set you up for ADSL at your local exchange. They will confirm when
it is ready.
If you order your modem before this confirmation you might then find
you can't be connected.
- Now order your:
ADSL modem or other devices if you wish
to connect to small networks. check ADSL
guide or your ISP's website for recommended models.
2 Splitters (microfilters). These plug in to your phone socket
and separate your phone from your ADSL connection. Without it you
may have trouble with interference on your phone line.
You should get 2 of these with your modem (or as many as there are
phones connected to the same line as your ADSL connection).
- Install your modem and splitters. Like all new equipment this should
be simple... just plug in and use follow the instructions. Otherwise
this will be your opportunity to test out your ISP's technical support
line.
- Remember.. with ADSL you are permanently connected to the web ..
and accessible to hackers much more easily than a traditional dial
up connection.. so a firewall to stop intrusions on your system is
a must. There are software and hardware options.. check computer press
for recomendations.
Links
ADSL - summary on this site
ADSL Guide - Independent
resource with guides to equipment and ISP's
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