Thomson SpeedTouch 516 ADSL2+ Modem $66.49 @ Buy.com Canada

[bluestreetlight]

THOMSON SPEEDTOUCH 516 ADSL2+ EXT ETHERNET MODEM/ROUTER 1PORT


http://www.ca.buy.com/prod/THOMSON_SPEEDTOUCH_516_ADSL2_EXT_EXT_ETHERNET_MODE M_ROUTER_1PORT/q/loc/59205/204771238.html


NOW Reg $69.99 - 5% + taxes = $75.80 (free shipping)
WAS Reg $67.99 - 5% + taxes = $73.63 (free shipping)


http://www.thomson-broadband.co.uk/products/images/extras/516v6_image1.jpg

[rupture]

Awesome deal on the BEST DSL modem on the market! I bought this modem last year for $100, worth every penny!

This modem supports ADSL 2+ buy this and you'll be set when Bell decides to upgrade all their lines.

[Frankie3s]

Just about crapped myself until I realized we're not talking about the 780 which I just bought off of them for about $150 a month and a half ago.

[spinbot]

Log into modems setup when you get it and check the VPI/VCI settings as every one I have got lately are set to 8/35 . If you are in Ontario, you need to change this to 0/35. Price is decent with shipping included. They don't have much of a profit margin on this.

[plymouthhater]

http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=012772&cid=NT.541

For those who are interested - Canada Computers is still selling 2Wire 2700 DSL modems for $20. (refurb). They are a pretty good deal: ADSL2+ & G.DMT capable, 802.11 B/G wireless, 4 port wired router built in. User GUI is excellent. Adjustable wireless power output.

[sannin]

http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=012772&cid=NT.541

For those who are interested - Canada Computers is still selling 2Wire 2700 DSL modems for $20. (refurb). They are a pretty good deal: ADSL2+ & G.DMT capable, 802.11 B/G wireless, 4 port wired router built in. User GUI is excellent. Adjustable wireless power output.

Looks good. It'll work with acanac right?

[Riflem@n]

Best price I've seen.

[neo1973]

Great deal!

[ritsbits]

nice deal, been waiting for this for a while now =D
for those of you who wish to pick it up locally, infonec prices it at 65+tax ($74.10, a bit more than this price).

[tilhasbb]

make sure when you buy this modem you get the Alcatel version not GENTEK!!!!!!!!


This is the best Adsl modem i've had :)
if you need any support with adsl go to www.dslreports.com canadian forum ;)

[infamouskid]

not a hot deal at all.
any dsl user knows this modem goes for 50 - 65 at any computer hardware store.

http://infonec.com/site/main.php?module=detail&id=350362

they have been selling this at 65.00 for the past 1 1/2 years.

and as for best del modem i would have to disagree. this modem does not have spectral response and its error correction is mediocre.

this modem is ok. u want a good modem get a cisco.

[bluestreetlight]

make sure when you buy this modem you get the Alcatel version not GENTEK!!!!!!!!


This is the best Adsl modem i've had :)
if you need any support with adsl go to www.dslreports.com canadian forum ;)

Not sure is this Alcatel. At the bottom of the modem, it states Thomson ST516 V6. Couldn't find 'GENTEK' anywhere.

[rogeryen]

http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=012772&cid=NT.541

For those who are interested - Canada Computers is still selling 2Wire 2700 DSL modems for $20. (refurb). They are a pretty good deal: ADSL2+ & G.DMT capable, 802.11 B/G wireless, 4 port wired router built in. User GUI is excellent. Adjustable wireless power output.

I'm also using this too, it performs great but I have to say that the User GUI sucks....it's slow and a lot of pain to set up firewall rules.

[infamouskid]

Not sure is this Alcatel. At the bottom of the modem, it states Thomson ST516 V6. Couldn't find 'GENTEK' anywhere.

they are all the same unit except ver 6.

[porkchopbread]

This is a good modem.....I'm using it for telus internet and telus TV. really steady and more reliable than my old one (dlink 300).

although telus gives this to me for free, so can't really comment on the price :D

[itcareer]

Not sure is this Alcatel. At the bottom of the modem, it states Thomson ST516 V6. Couldn't find 'GENTEK' anywhere.
Gentek, gvc is just distributor of this 516 modem. I just got a 516 v6 from Infonec last week. NO gvc, gentek wording on the box anywhere. Just says Thomson Speedtouch on the box. I have pics if anyone wants to see.

Also there is a cool app called DMT for this modem that gives great info on the modem and dsl stats. btw not hot deal. $65 for this modem for a while now.

here is box pic of infonec sold 516v6
http://img507.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00227kf4.jpg

here is a pic of the dmt app. (has english version too) lots of fun
http://tmp.mhilfe.de/dmt3.png

[plymouthhater]

I'm also using this too, it performs great but I have to say that the User GUI sucks....it's slow and a lot of pain to set up firewall rules.

I find the user GUI to be quite straight forward and I had no problem setting up port rules for uTorrent.
http://www.portforward.com/

[Lange]

Pardon my ignorance, but would this work well with TekSavvy's DSL service? I'm thinking of switching from Rogers to TekSavvy and I would like to get a good modem but I admittedly know very little about DSL. Would I have to go through a lengthy set-up process? Would it be easier (save an hour of my time and hence be worth the extra $$) to buy the modem pre-configured from TekSavvy?

Thanks

[bluestreetlight]

here is box pic of infonec sold 516v6
http://img507.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00227kf4.jpg

Yeah, this looks exactly same as mine from Buy.com Canada.

[rhainman]

Pardon my ignorance, but would this work well with TekSavvy's DSL service? I'm thinking of switching from Rogers to TekSavvy and I would like to get a good modem but I admittedly know very little about DSL. Would I have to go through a lengthy set-up process? Would it be easier (save an hour of my time and hence be worth the extra $$) to buy the modem pre-configured from TekSavvy?

Thanks

I've been using the 2wire router/modem from CC with Teksavvy since I got the service in March. It's been flawless for me, even under heavy BT loads. The wireless signal strength is also good. Can't beat $20.

[tilhasbb]

Remember first thing to do when you get the modem is loggin to it
configuration> configuration> Web Browsing Interception > Disable it.
That will fix up your upload problem.

Other than that its a play on firmware.
5.4.x.x and the UK 6.1.4 have been known to be the best two.
Also the latest one 6.2.x is good.

[sickcars]

Pardon my ignorance, but would this work well with TekSavvy's DSL service? I'm thinking of switching from Rogers to TekSavvy and I would like to get a good modem but I admittedly know very little about DSL. Would I have to go through a lengthy set-up process? Would it be easier (save an hour of my time and hence be worth the extra $$) to buy the modem pre-configured from TekSavvy?

Thanks

Yes it would work great. I have the same DSL modem that I bought from teksavvy close to a year ago and its been great. Actually improved my line compared to my old modem.

Its pretty easy to setup BUT if you really dont want to config it yourself then ya maybe buy from teksavvy. But of course if you do have problems you can just call teksavvy and they will tell you how to set it up no problem.

[Lange]

Thanks guys. I grabbed the modem and I am switching over to TekSavvy.

Funny thing is that I cancelled my Rogers a couple of days ago and they told me to just bring in the modem when I was done with the service. Since then, I tested the speed of my connection and it has gone from 2000 kbps to 6700 kbps.

[sickcars]

Thanks guys. I grabbed the modem and I am switching over to TekSavvy.

Funny thing is that I cancelled my Rogers a couple of days ago and they told me to just bring in the modem when I was done with the service. Since then, I tested the speed of my connection and it has gone from 2000 kbps to 6700 kbps.


Great move to teksavyy. Remember if you reffer somebody to the service you can get $1 off your monthly bill. Its pretty good I'm paying $30/month with taxes so far.

Ciao

[board123]

I'm also using this too, it performs great but I have to say that the User GUI sucks....it's slow and a lot of pain to set up firewall rules.
I agree. The 2wire modem's GUI absolutely blows. Horrible horrible design. The modem works fine though.

[bpopd]

EXCELLENT DEAL!

I paid $80 for my LOWER model!!! I think 4XX something

[montward]

http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=012772&cid=NT.541

For those who are interested - Canada Computers is still selling 2Wire 2700 DSL modems for $20. (refurb). They are a pretty good deal: ADSL2+ & G.DMT capable, 802.11 B/G wireless, 4 port wired router built in. User GUI is excellent. Adjustable wireless power output.

plymouthhater...thanks for the link to this 2wire 2700 DSL modem ...it looks like a feature-rich modem for the price.

I have ordered one and look forward to trying it out. I apparently am in a DSL trunk in which my DSL card profile at Bell can only be upgraded to 1.5 mb card max ...I guess Im too far away from the Bell Central office to get the ultra high speeds (or even the regular 3 mb high speed for that matter !!)

Im hoping this modem may slightly improve my speeds ? For $20 plus a reasonable shipping fee, it's worth a shot !! I will just have some learning to do for setting up this new modem. . . anyone have any feedback on ease of setting up this 2Wire 2700 DSL modem from Canada Computers ?

Thanks again for the post

[Mint]

hm.. so dsl modems now act as a wireless router too? that's pretty cool.

[Riflem@n]

I agree. The 2wire modem's GUI absolutely blows. Horrible horrible design. The modem works fine though.

There's another GUI you can access, I think it's

192.168.1.1/management

correct the IP if it's wrong.

[Inno]

There's another GUI you can access, I think it's

192.168.1.1/management

correct the IP if it's wrong.

I have been trying to set up the 2Wire modem and it is unable to detect the DSL signal. I have sympatico coming into the house and it works fine with the modem they gave me. Why won't this modem detect the signal? I disconnected the Symp. modem, the phone line is live the modem is plugged in and functions fine otherwise. I am able to connect wirelessly to the modem, but there is no internet access of course.

Help! Anyone know how to fix this? No manual came with the modem of course.

[sickcars]

hm.. so dsl modems now act as a wireless router too? that's pretty cool.

yes but usually its better to buy a good seperate Router to do the wireless. Usually more options especially if you flash it with 3rd party firmware like I have.

[Mint]

yes but usually its better to buy a good seperate Router to do the wireless. Usually more options especially if you flash it with 3rd party firmware like I have.

I currently have my old speedstream modem (using it with Teksavvy) and sometimes the internet just dies out using my dlink router (WBR1210 or something) and I have to reset the router.

Any comments on how well it works as a router?

Are you flashing the 2wire modem/router?

[sickcars]

I currently have my old speedstream modem (using it with Teksavvy) and sometimes the internet just dies out using my dlink router (WBR1210 or something) and I have to reset the router.

Any comments on how well it works as a router?

Are you flashing the 2wire modem/router?


no what I mean is using a seperate Wireless Router like a Linksys is better imo. I'm using a Linksys WRT54GL The model does matter because it will tell you if it can be flashed with 3rd party firmware or not.

I basically turned my $70 router into a $300 router with all the options that flashing it with DD-WRT firmware. I dont thin kyou can flash a 2wire modem or at least i have never seen it with 3rd party firmware.

As for your problem try going to the dlink site and flashing it with the latest firmware, sounds like you could have the same problem many routers have that when you use programs like Torrents and other p2P programs it does not get rid of old connections and it overloads your router so then it resets. By flashing my router I got rid of that problem.

[plymouthhater]

I have been trying to set up the 2Wire modem and it is unable to detect the DSL signal. I have sympatico coming into the house and it works fine with the modem they gave me. Why won't this modem detect the signal? I disconnected the Symp. modem, the phone line is live the modem is plugged in and functions fine otherwise. I am able to connect wirelessly to the modem, but there is no internet access of course.

Help! Anyone know how to fix this? No manual came with the modem of course.

If the modem can't detect the dsl signal and your current modem does then the odds are pretty good the new modem is a dud.

[spinbot]

Need to make sure you have the proper ID and Password in the router and the VCI/VPI settings are correct for your region ( assuming that is a configurable option )

[Inno]

Need to make sure you have the proper ID and Password in the router and the VCI/VPI settings are correct for your region ( assuming that is a configurable option )

I am using the correct ID and Password for my Symp. acct., but I didn't see any VCI/VPI settings, whatever that is, in the setup screens...

[spinbot]

Its on option on the 516's, don't know about your modem/router.

For Ontario, it should be 0/35

[jimmyjamez]

this is sold out.

[mydssbin]

i got this modem with my DSL from Telus in Alberta. Anybody know what the username and password would be or even the default password?

Thanks

[RSX-S]

In-Stock now. I just ordered. $69.99 + GST & PST. This item is supposed to qualify for free shipping, however at checkout, I was charged for shipping. Ordered anyways and emailed them.

[jimmyjamez]

Items CDN $66.49
Shipping & Handling CDN $0.00
GST CDN $3.99
PST CDN $5.32
Total CDN $75.8


that's what i'm getting now, 75.8 shipped is great!

[Blackjack]

Is it safe to order from these guys(ca.buy.com)? Some store reviews(http://www.pricecanada.com/ratings/index.php?action=showreviews&vendor_id=105) are not too positive.

[neo1973]

Is it safe to order from these guys(ca.buy.com)? Some store reviews(http://www.pricecanada.com/ratings/index.php?action=showreviews&vendor_id=105) are not too positive.

They are alright but I believe buy.com in the states are better.

[dirtmover]

Is it safe to order from these guys(ca.buy.com)? Some store reviews(http://www.pricecanada.com/ratings/index.php?action=showreviews&vendor_id=105) are not too positive.

I ordered one of these modems yesterday afternoon and it arrived this morning. It doesn't get much better than that.

[montward]

I ordered the 2wire 2700 dsl modem/wireless router a few weeks back and have now received it and set it up. It was fairly straight foward in setting up.

I would estimate that my DSL download speeds have increased about 15%...I was averaging about 800 kbps and now average about 920 kbps !! So, for this alone...I love this 2wire modem !!

I found the GUI very easy to set up and interact...without even reading the product installation manual I had my network renamed, an encryption key of my own choosing and all stealth settings for firewall protection set up in no time and it passes the Gibson Research Shields Up Testing in all areas !!

My wireless network range is awesome...compared to my old Dlink 524+ wireless router.......and I only have the signal output strength set at 6 out of possible 10 max for signal power output !!

I am so impressed by the 2wire 2700 modem that I have ordered another for a family member

Thanks Plymouthhater for the tip !! I think this is a fantastic and well built modem/wireless router.

[montward]

I have been trying to set up the 2Wire modem and it is unable to detect the DSL signal. I have sympatico coming into the house and it works fine with the modem they gave me. Why won't this modem detect the signal? I disconnected the Symp. modem, the phone line is live the modem is plugged in and functions fine otherwise. I am able to connect wirelessly to the modem, but there is no internet access of course.

Help! Anyone know how to fix this? No manual came with the modem of course.

Just a thought on your issue.....I found that I had to really push the telephone line plug into the telephone port on the back of the modem....I put it in the first time and the modem could not sync with the DSL signal on the line ....The DSL light just kept flashing and flashing....then, I discovered that the telephone plug was not securely in the port....so, be sure to give it a really good push into the telephone jack port on the back of the modem...you may not even hear it "snap" or "click" as you normally would...mine didn't click even when really pushing it into the telephone port ...I thought at first I had recieived a defective modem...but turned out that I didn't have the telephone jack plugged in completely to connect with the inside metal contacts on the modem..

Oh BTW, you can download the installation manual for this 2wire 2700 modem here =======> http://www.2wire.com/?p=266

If this doesn't work, then Im afraid your modem is likely defective and hopefully you can obtain a replacement without a hassle.

Good Luck Inno

[Inno]

Just a thought on your issue.....I found that I had to really push the telephone line plug into the telephone port on the back of the modem....I put it in the first time and the modem could not sync with the DSL signal on the line ....The DSL light just kept flashing and flashing....then, I discovered that the telephone plug was not securely in the port....so, be sure to give it a really good push into the telephone jack port on the back of the modem...you may not even hear it "snap" or "click" as you normally would...mine didn't click even when really pushing it into the telephone port ...I thought at first I had recieived a defective modem...but turned out that I didn't have the telephone jack plugged in completely to connect with the inside metal contacts on the modem..

Oh BTW, you can download the installation manual for this 2wire 2700 modem here =======> http://www.2wire.com/?p=266

If this doesn't work, then Im afraid your modem is likely defective and hopefully you can obtain a replacement without a hassle.

Good Luck Inno

I have now found that the modem will work on one jack in the house but none of the others. The other jacks yield a "no DSL signal" found message. Does this make sense when I have both Sympatico and Acanac DSL coming into the house?

[emz]

I ended up buying this modem Speedtouch 516 from a local computer store in Ontario - called Infonec computers. It ended up being the same price but I was able to buy it right away instead of waiting for it to arrive at my door.

I've been using it for a month now (first with Bell Sympatico and now TekSavvy) and I've had no issues with it. I did have minor difficulties setting it up at first because I didn't expect this modem to have "router-like settings". I used to have Speedstream which was straight plug and play. It worked out in the end and the configuration setup was easy.

Ps.
"Gnet Speedtouch vs Thomson Speedtouch" What I bought from Infonec was being sold as "Gnet Speedtouch". But when I looked at the manual, the CD, the modem...it was Thomson Speedtouch v6. So there's no difference (I worried if there was when I was doing my research about this modem). *shrugs*

[Jman]

Can the ST516 and 2wire be set to bridged mode? I prefer to let my WRT54GL do the DSL PPPOE login.

[Thimble]

I have now found that the modem will work on one jack in the house but none of the others. The other jacks yield a "no DSL signal" found message. Does this make sense when I have both Sympatico and Acanac DSL coming into the house?

try the original line again.

i was having trouble setting mine up as well. turned out that my modem was fixated on some US configuration (it IS a refurb, afterall?). rebooting the modem fixed things up for me.

[dirtmover]

Can the ST516 and 2wire be set to bridged mode? I prefer to let my WRT54GL do the DSL PPPOE login.

Absolutely, the ST516 can be set to bridge mode. I just got one and this is how I am using it. I'm a bit disappointed with it's power consumption, however. I noticed it was quite warm so plugged it into my kill-a-watt and measured that it was consuming a whopping 12W compared with the 2W of the Acanac Lynx modem that it is replacing.

[sickcars]

Can the ST516 and 2wire be set to bridged mode? I prefer to let my WRT54GL do the DSL PPPOE login.

Yes you can. I'm using a SpeedTouch 516 with a WRT54GL myself. I also got my router flash with a 3rd party firmware (DD-WRT) Very stable and lots more options/features

[I0s]

Can you guys with Speedtouch 516 as bridge mode able to access 516's web interface? If yes, how did you guys do it?

Thanks

[jimmyjamez]

I ordered this yesterday hope i'll get it soon..


also cancelled my bell service and hopefully to move on with teksavvy

[dirtmover]

Can you guys with Speedtouch 516 as bridge mode able to access 516's web interface? If yes, how did you guys do it?

Thanks

By selecting bridge mode you are specifically instructing the device not to process any IP packets, including the ones to the web interface! You will need to reset it to turn off bridge mode and reactivate the web interface.

[I0s]

By selecting bridge mode you are specifically instructing the device not to process any IP packets, including the ones to the web interface! You will need to reset it to turn off bridge mode and reactivate the web interface.

hm.. interesting. From what I have read so far, it is possible by changing subnet and something to do with WAN port through 3rd party firmware like thibor.

[plymouthhater]

For Sympatico you can datafill both your modem/router and your router with the same b1 number and password. Plug your router into one of the lan ports on the modem/router and leave the other ones empty and it will behave as though it is in bridge mode without having to set the modem router to bridge mode.

[Mint]

no what I mean is using a seperate Wireless Router like a Linksys is better imo. I'm using a Linksys WRT54GL The model does matter because it will tell you if it can be flashed with 3rd party firmware or not.

I basically turned my $70 router into a $300 router with all the options that flashing it with DD-WRT firmware. I dont thin kyou can flash a 2wire modem or at least i have never seen it with 3rd party firmware.

As for your problem try going to the dlink site and flashing it with the latest firmware, sounds like you could have the same problem many routers have that when you use programs like Torrents and other p2P programs it does not get rid of old connections and it overloads your router so then it resets. By flashing my router I got rid of that problem.

Does anyone have any comments about how this 2wire modem works as router? My dlink is pretty annoying as I have to reboot and reset whenever I use torrents for a few days.

[plymouthhater]

Does anyone have any comments about how this 2wire modem works as router? My dlink is pretty annoying as I have to reboot and reset whenever I use torrents for a few days.

2 wire 2700 and 2701 work fine as a modem router... No issue with torrents and resetting....though there is an issue with wireless drivers for some Intel wireless cards where VPN users have their wireless access to VPN drop every once in a while.

[dirtmover]

hm.. interesting. From what I have read so far, it is possible by changing subnet and something to do with WAN port through 3rd party firmware like thibor.

No, not in bridge mode.

[itcareer]

I ordered this yesterday hope i'll get it soon..


also cancelled my bell service and hopefully to move on with teksavvy

heads up
http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=515440

Dear valued customer,

In an effort to provide better services we will be making some changes to the Unlimited DSL service, as well as the Premium. Effective January 1st, 2008 there will be a rate change to the Unlimited product. This change comes about as a result of impending speed changes soon to come through Bell. Additionally, we've also made modifications to the Premium product (effective November 1st, 2007) in order to allow flexibility of change to our valued unlimited customers.

The changes are as follows:

************************************************** **
************************************************** **

ON/QC/AB/BC: Premium Service...
When: Effective NOW!

Monthly Rate: $29.95/month (no change)
Included Bandwidth: 200GB (formerly 100GB)
Overage Fees/no-bulk: $0.25/GB (formerly $3/GB)
Pre-purchased Bandwidth blocks: $10/100GB/month (New option...Equivalent to $0.10/GB!!!)

************************************************** **

ON/QC: Unlimited Service...
When: Effective Jan 1st, 2008

Monthly Rate: $39.95/month
Included Bandwidth: Unlimited
Note: Price based on a maximum 5-6Meg speed profiles and may change for
higher speeds when they arrive.

************************************************** **
************************************************** **

Please note, all customers wanting to change from Unlimited to Premium can do so, at no charge, from now until December 31, 2007.

Thank you,

TekSavvy Management.

[superfigz]

I've been using 3web cable as my home ISP for a while but I have found their service inconsistent. Although they do not place a bandwidth cap on their 7mbit/768k service, it's ~35/month + tax.

How would you guys rate teksavvy? $40/month for consistent 5mb+ dsl seems worth it to me but I'm just considering my options.

[markj]

For Sympatico you can datafill both your modem/router and your router with the same b1 number and password. Plug your router into one of the lan ports on the modem/router and leave the other ones empty and it will behave as though it is in bridge mode without having to set the modem router to bridge mode.

will this setup work with tekksavy?

[I0s]

No, not in bridge mode.

Will this work on 516?
http://www.dslreports.com/forum/r19258647-HyperWRT-Thibor-Modem-in-bridge-mode-and-its-management-web-p

[I0s]

Just found SpeedTouch 516 for $59, http://www.pccyber.com/?v=Product&i=LAN-ST-516
Looks like its only good for Ottawa region folks.

Never bought anything from there before so I dunno how good they are.

[spinbot]

By selecting bridge mode you are specifically instructing the device not to process any IP packets, including the ones to the web interface! You will need to reset it to turn off bridge mode and reactivate the web interface.

You sure that is the case? I will have to play around with one tomorrow as I thought you could still access it through the IP address is ( 10.0.0.138 ). You can access the interface also by opening your browser, while NOT being connected to the Internet.

I can sell the modems for the same price, in my town ( Belleville, ON )

[thebigfatman]

Anyone tried ADSL2 on a SpeedStream 4200?
Should get ADSL2 this week, upgraded the firmware on the 4200 to support it but its already running hot as it is... Wondering if its going to crap out on my with ADSL2 :confused:

[mightylobo]

So.. Anyone know where to ge the 2wire considering that both CC and Logic is out of stock? Prefer local stores in North York - Markham Area. Thank you Thank you~

[arthurkok2]

Gentek, gvc is just distributor of this 516 modem. I just got a 516 v6 from Infonec last week. NO gvc, gentek wording on the box anywhere. Just says Thomson Speedtouch on the box. I have pics if anyone wants to see.

Also there is a cool app called DMT for this modem that gives great info on the modem and dsl stats. btw not hot deal. $65 for this modem for a while now.

here is box pic of infonec sold 516v6
http://img507.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00227kf4.jpg

here is a pic of the dmt app. (has english version too) lots of fun
http://tmp.mhilfe.de/dmt3.png

:| Those are pretty bad stats.

oh btw Factory direct sometimes has this modem on sale for 24.99

http://factorydirect.ca/catalog/product_spec.php?pcode=NE0834

[Gentile]

I am switcing over to Aliant high speed soon, will this modem give me better speed than the modem they provide?

[cdnrider]

Purchased the 516 v6 from Infonec for 65.00 in Markham, but am returning it.

I was going to move to Teksavvy but Bell retention kept me on.

Gave me a different service of 7 down .800 up (modem has a n wireless router in it). Two months free and the next 10 months at 29.99. I called back to see if there were caps and there is a 60G combined. (i only use around 20 so no big deal.....

I know that Teksavvy is probably better, but have been with Bell forever and have numerous email addresses that I use. so changing would have been a hassle.

New hardware should arrive next week, will let you know how it works

[itcareer]

:| Those are pretty bad stats.

oh btw Factory direct sometimes has this modem on sale for 24.99

http://factorydirect.ca/catalog/product_spec.php?pcode=NE0834

lol thats some random person stats from the internet. Not everyone in the world has the same stats. hint hint my name is not Alice. :)

[plymouthhater]

So.. Anyone know where to ge the 2wire considering that both CC and Logic is out of stock? Prefer local stores in North York - Markham Area. Thank you Thank you~

Canada Computers not out of stock for personal shopping:

http://img115.imageshack.us/img115/3656/screenshot294mv3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[CougChaos]

Purchased the 516 v6 from Infonec for 65.00 in Markham, but am returning it.

I was going to move to Teksavvy but Bell retention kept me on.

Gave me a different service of 7 down .800 up (modem has a n wireless router in it). Two months free and the next 10 months at 29.99. I called back to see if there were caps and there is a 60G combined. (i only use around 20 so no big deal.....

I know that Teksavvy is probably better, but have been with Bell forever and have numerous email addresses that I use. so changing would have been a hassle.

New hardware should arrive next week, will let you know how it works

I was 7 years with rogers and the email addresses kept me there longer than I should have been. Just make gmail accounts and switch over. Once you no longer need your old email addresses you can switch whenever you are ready(well after your contract is up at least). Staying with bell is a bad idea since they won't fix their service unless they lose a lot of customers.

[Pichet]

The version and look of DMT on this image has nothing to do with a Thomson ST516 and much less a v6:

Gentek, gvc is just distributor of this 516 modem. I just got a 516 v6 from Infonec last week. NO gvc, gentek wording on the box anywhere. Just says Thomson Speedtouch on the box. I have pics if anyone wants to see.

Also there is a cool app called DMT for this modem that gives great info on the modem and dsl stats. btw not hot deal. $65 for this modem for a while now.

here is box pic of infonec sold 516v6
http://img507.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc00227kf4.jpg

here is a pic of the dmt app. (has english version too) lots of fun
http://tmp.mhilfe.de/dmt3.png

If such customizability is required then you want the Conexant-based device from which these statistics were extracted! BEWARE:
only DMT v7.x will work with an ST, to some extent... For a Broadcom Chipset just try the TP-Link TD 8810-A and DMT v8.x instead:

http://www.dslreports.com/r0/download/1243704~63c85d8fea3a65f4a0888e30607c53a7/1.JPG

[redflagged2006]

Do these modems work with any DSL providers?

I am thinking of switching to Compu-Solve (csolve.net) for 29.99/month 5Mbps.

[plymouthhater]

Purchased the 516 v6 from Infonec for 65.00 in Markham, but am returning it.

I was going to move to Teksavvy but Bell retention kept me on.

Gave me a different service of 7 down .800 up (modem has a n wireless router in it). Two months free and the next 10 months at 29.99. I called back to see if there were caps and there is a 60G combined. (i only use around 20 so no big deal.....



There are NO modem router combinations that Sympatico provide that contain N routers.

Standard residence offering: 2Wire 2701
Standard commercial offering: Siemens 6520

[sickcars]

Do these modems work with any DSL providers?

I am thinking of switching to Compu-Solve (csolve.net) for 29.99/month 5Mbps.

yes it should work on any other DSL Provider. I have never heard about this ISP your talking about so make sure you look into it as it might be no good.

[cdnrider]

There are NO modem router combinations that Sympatico provide that contain N routers.

Standard residence offering: 2Wire 2701
Standard commercial offering: Siemens 6520

Bell tech said that they have a new piece of hardware that they are sending me. Said it was a combined N router/DSL Modem.

I am still waiting to get it in the mail/courier

Will let you know what they actually send me.....