On 17-May-2010, at 10:19 AM, Arun Khan wrote: > On Mon, May 17, 2010 at 12:41 AM, Sahil Dave <[email protected]> wrote: >> On Mon, 2010-05-17 at 00:25 +0530, Saswata Banerjee & Associates wrote: >>> Actually, on the 3 occasions that MTNL guys did blame my dsl model, it >>> turned out to be absolutely right. We replaced the modem and it started >>> working perfectly. >>> In such cases, there are 2 quick ways to check. Take the modem to another >>> location where mtnl broadband is working perfectly and test your modem >>> there or (as we did) borrow a working modem from a friend and test if there >>> is still a problem. >> >> So, what would you suggest? Going with your own modem or taking the one >> from MTNL? >> > > CPE (aka DSL modem) monthly rental is _waived_ if you go with an > *unlimited plan* see here for details: > > <http://mumbai.mtnl.net.in/triband/htm/tariff.htm> > > I have been on an unlimited plan ever since it was offered by MTNL > Mumbai. Over the last 5 years, I have gone through 2 modem > replacements. One Caveat - you need to keep the original kit they > give in a safe place, CAT 5 cable included because during replacement > the chap wants to see everything little piece they gave you - a minor > annoyance.
How much time did it take to get you a new modem ? > > -- Arun Khan > -- > http://mm.glug-bom.org/mailman/listinfo/linuxers -- http://mm.glug-bom.org/mailman/listinfo/linuxers
