UK's Discount ADSL Modem and Router products supplier

ADSL, short for Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line, is an exciting new technology that utilises existing telephone lines for multimedia and high speed data communications in parallel with the regular telephone voice services.

ADSL operates over existing telephone lines. Specialised modems, one at the user end and the other at the Exchange, exploit the physical transmission capabilities of copper lines beyond the frequencies used for normal telephony services to achieve data rate transmission far higher than can be achieved by traditional analogue modems (Currently up to 40 times faster). The asymmetric in ADSL is due to the fact that the downstream (towards the customer) data rate is much higher than the upstream (towards the network) data rate.

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Why switch to ADSL?

In short it will change the way you do business:

		Fast downloads speeds enable you to receive and send large amounts of data. No more waiting for your modem to connect to the web/ISP
		Allows your business to be in constant communication with your customers, business partners and suppliers.
		Have the ability to view richer multimedia services such as video, animation, audio via your pc.
		Correctly set up, ADSL can improve the security of your network by reducing the gateways on to your network.
		ADSL is a cost effective means of extending the reach of your Extranet to satellite workers.
		Accurately budget your costs with the flat rate fee.

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What will I need on my premises?

		BT standard phone line and account (Make sure there is no other service - such as Home Highway - other than your telephone service utilising this line)
		Two dedicated wall mains sockets for the BT Modem and Router
		Network Hub (if you have more than 4 PC's).
		A PC with the following minimum specification is recommended: Windows 95/98/2000, Pentium 133 MHz processor, 32 MB System memory, CD-ROM drive video / graphics card and a Local Area Network (LAN) card.

Bluespine will offer extensive assistance and advice during the ordering process to ensure you receive the appropriate product for your needs and enjoy a trouble free installation. We can also assist you on-site with the installation as well as configuration of PCs for mail, Internet and remote access.

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How do I order ADSL?

We will need to check that your local exchange supports ADSL. Follow a link to check the current availability of ADSL in your area:

ADSL availability for telephone number or postcode.

BT's Rollout Information Pages

Prior to installation BT will perform a remote link test to check whether your line is suitable or requires further on-site testing. Installation on suitable lines takes approximately 1 hour. The current lead time for installation is about 3 weeks from time of order.

Contact one of our sales staff and we will help you with your enquiries.

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Bluespine Home/Office 500
(suitable for small businesses with up to 30 networked pc's)

Provides download speeds up to 512kbs and 256kbs upstream
Choice of NAT or non NAT configuration
20:1 Contention Ratio
Up to 14 IP addresses
Unrestricted TCP/IP traffic, 24 hrs a day
Includes installation of splitter, modem and router
24hr technical support

Set up and Installation £295
Monthly Rental £89
(i.e. Annual Cost) (£1068)

Provides download speeds up to 1000kbs and 256kbs upstream
Choice of NAT or non NAT configuration
20:1 Contention Ratio
Up to 14 IP addresses
Unrestricted TCP/IP traffic, 24 hrs a day
Includes installation of splitter, modem and router
24 technical support

Provides download speeds up to 2000kbs and 256kbs upstream
Choice of NAT or non NAT configuration
20:1 Contention Ratio
Up to 14 IP addresses
Unrestricted TCP/IP traffic, 24 hrs a day
Includes installation of splitter, modem and router
24 hr technical support
Set up and Installation £295
Monthly Rental £145
(i.e. Annual Cost) (£1740)