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This is a discussion on Help Needed on Modem Types within the BSNL broadband forums, part of the DSL Broadband Service Providers category; Hi All, Im planning to take home500 plan and im new to broadband connection. I need to get modem for ...
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21-01-2008, 06:05 PM
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Rep Power: 1  |  Help Needed on Modem Types Hi All, Im planning to take home500 plan and im new to broadband connection. I need to get modem for my broadband connection.when i checked with the bsnl site.. they have 3 types of modems.. Ethernet, Wi-Fi and USB.. which one is the best?.. i dont have any basic idea about this... please help friends |
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21-01-2008, 06:11 PM
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Rep Power: 10 | I dont have a bsnl connection and I am at Newdelhi so cant really comment on your question.. The only thing I can suggest is do not connect your modem with your pc using USB as it does use up a little bit of resources and as I read from your other thread your system is a little outdated so I suggest you use the ethernet port and in my experience USB is prone to problems and ethernet works like acharm regardless of your operating system  There are a lot of members here who are using bsnl broadband so lets wait for them to come online and reply to your query.
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22-01-2008, 12:52 PM
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Rep Power: 7 | Does your PC have Ethernet LAN (built-in or PCI card)? If not, then your only option is USB connection and that will limit your choice to Type-I modem only. I will recommend the following: a) If your PC has ethernet LAN, then go for Type-II or Type-IV modem. This will mean that you will be able to setup Wireless Network at home. b) Even if your PC does not have a LAN card, buy a Gigabit LAN card from eBay. They are as cheap as Rs. 350 and then go for Type-II or Type-IV modem. The problem is that BSNL does not have Type-II or Type-IV modems ready in stock.
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28-01-2008, 05:22 PM
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28-01-2008, 05:35 PM
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These modem/routers are fairly stable. I have read from some threads that there is problem for setting up Virtual Server in this modem which is a must for online gaming. I don't know as I do not play online games. It works fine with me and I have no complaints. You can check up this modem on the net (google it). | |
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28-01-2008, 07:41 PM
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Rep Power: 1 | u should purchase a ethernet modem if u are a single user(TYPE-1 MODEM). IF U DONT HAVE A LAN CARD , THEN PURCHASE ONE FROM THE MARKET(RS 650) |
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29-01-2008, 02:11 PM
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The Netgear wi-fi modem DG834G is an excellent choice as all-in-one router: Modem, Router, Wireless Lan. Price = Rs. 3500/- plus shipping over eBay. | |
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29-01-2008, 03:27 PM
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29-01-2008, 04:01 PM
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You will have to decide upon the following: a) Do you wish to go with wired connection for just now? Then go for BSNL Type I modem (1 USB, 1 Ethernet). You can always buy a separate wireless modem later on when you can afford it. This way you initial investment in modem is Rs. 1200/-. b) You could opt for BSNL Type II or Type IV modem for Rs. 1800/-. However I have heard that they are not always in stock and hence connection could be delayed. I will suggest option (a). Note that your initial cost of installation from BSNL will include the following: 1. Installation Cost = Rs. 250/- 2. Modem Cost = Rs. 1200/- 3. Security Deposit = Rs. 500/- (refundable) 4. Registration Charges = Rs. 100/- 5. First month's plan amount (apportioned for the period from date of installation till billing cycle end date) 6. Next month's plan amount All the above will be appearing on your next monthly telephone bill. You do not have to pay the BSNL person who does the installation anything. But a small gratuity (tip) is helpful (Alas, This is India  ) | |
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