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Old 21-04-2007, 17:10   #1
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Broadband using v+ set top box
we currently get our broadband from the telewest set top box which offers us just 1MB for £17.99 a month.
do the new V+ box offer fast speeds ?
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Old 21-04-2007, 17:11   #2
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Re: Broadband using v+ set top box
to the forum.

The V+HD box does not support broadband at all so you would have to get a SACM fitted.
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Old 21-04-2007, 17:21   #3
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Re: Broadband using v+ set top box
nooooooooooooooo
thanks for the fast reply,what is a SACM ?
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Re: Broadband using v+ set top box
A Stand Alone Cable Modem. You could either get one installed or pay extra to keep your STB as well.

A SACM is recommended as it is more reliable and the speeds are greater anyway.
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Sacm = stand alone cable modem
Nikesh beat me to it
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Not quite quick enough Ned.
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Re: Broadband using v+ set top box
if your paying 17.99 for 1mb i suggest you talk to sales and get a better deal...
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Re: Broadband using v+ set top box
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if your paying 17.99 for 1mb i suggest you talk to sales and get a better deal...
They might only be able o get 1mb through that stb tho ladyboy
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Re: Broadband using v+ set top box
When I ordered the V+ CS arranged for an engineer to come the day before the V+ install and he set up a separate modem which he located next to the old STB. I understand that the modem they now install should deal with the proposed increase to 20mb.

The lowest BB is size M (2mb) which went up 1p to £18.00
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Re: Broadband using v+ set top box
If you are "technically capable" they will send a SACM through the post (they did for me).
They will then mess up your bill
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Re: Broadband using v+ set top box
the set top box we use is upstairs in my brothers room (parent's don't want the mess downstairs)
in my brothers room is the white box where the cable comes in from, then another cable to the back of the set top box.could virgin set this up to run 2MB+ ?
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the set top box we use is upstairs in my brothers room (parent's don't want the mess downstairs)
in my brothers room is the white box where the cable comes in from, then another cable to the back of the set top box.could virgin set this up to run 2MB+ ?
No the STB is not capable of anything over 2MB.
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Re: Broadband using v+ set top box
whats the best way to get it without drilling more holes then
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whats the best way to get it without drilling more holes then
They will not need to drill more holes. The SACM can be left next to the STB (if you like) or installed elsewhere (if you prefer). The cable will be split at the STB and the SACM connected to that.
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They will not need to drill more holes. The SACM can be left next to the STB (if you like) or installed elsewhere (if you prefer). The cable will be split at the STB and the SACM connected to that.
is the SACM a modem ?
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