Matthew Thompson wrote:
>
> > http://www.alcatel.com/telecom/asd/keytech/adsl/adsl/modem/pro.htm
> >
> > The pro version of the speedtouch has an ethernet interface. Presumably
the Home version too.
> > it is plug compatible with the wall socket that BT will present.
It is. There might be 2/5 or 3/4 converter nescessary though.
> > Alternatively, how about an internal ATM25 card that is supported on
> > linux.
This (home/pro with atm25card) will cost more than the USB for the same
service...
> The pro version will be provided by BT on the 260quid install 80 a month
> service which may include static IP and possible a routed connection - but
> you'd have to check with the ISP on that
AFAIK the Pro version is not available through retail channels. (the USB
version is or will be.)
I have a Pro here at home and it kicks *ss ;).
Whether it provides a routed connection is all up to the administrator
of the Pro (you ;).
(The Pro is a router which supports NAT...)
> The home versions have the option of having NAT imposed at the ISP end so
> even if you did swap out the USB modem for an Ethernet one it's still be
> about as much use as a chocolate teapot.
I don't understand what you mean by this ?
The ISP can have NAT on every connection he wants. This does not have
anything to do with the ADSL modem or access protocol. The Home version
does not have any special support for this...
J.
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