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Friday, September 3rd, 2010, 6:02 PM AEST
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What is ADSL? |
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Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) is a form of DSL, a data communications technology that enables faster data transmission over copper telephone lines than a conventional modem. It does this by utilising frequencies that are normally not used by a voice telephone call, in particular, frequencies higher than normal human hearing. This signal will not travel very far over normal telephone cables, so ADSL can only be used over short distances typically less than 5 km. Once the signal reaches the telephone company's local exchange, the ADSL signal is stripped off and immediately routed onto a conventional Internet network, while any voice-frequency signal is switched into the conventional phone network. This allows a single telephone connection to be used for both ADSL and voice calls at the same time.
It is an "Always on" connection, which means that as soon as your computer has started up, you are connected - no dialing and no waiting!
Allows you to use your phone and the Internet at the same time.
There are no "dial-up" charges involved, so no local or STD call costs.
From 5 to 100 times faster than standard dial-up.
Want to learn more about ADSL?
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Can I get ADSL? |
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Unfortunately ADSL is not available in all areas. Whether or not you'll be able to get ADSL depends on whether your telephone exchange is "ADSL-enabled". The form below will allow you to check whether or not you are able to get ADSL.
Please note that even though the check may come back positive, it is only a general check, and you still may not be able to get ADSL. Additional factors that will influence our ability to provide an ADSL service on your phone line include your distance from the exchange, the quality of your phone line, and even the type of phone connection (e.g. an ISDN service is not compatible with ADSL).
Check your phone number (Include your area code)
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How much does it cost? |
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Our monthly plans have no contracts or early disconnection fees, and no excess charges if you exceed your data limit.
Confused by all the jargon? Click here for some assistance with choosing the plan that is right for you.
ADSL2+ADSL2+ plans are available to customers connected directly to the Warragul, Morwell, Sale, Traralgon, Bairnsdale, Moe, Belmont, Bendigo, Ballarat, Churchill, Geelong, North Geelong, Warrnambool, and Wendouree phone exchanges. Contact us to check if you're able to receive ADSL2+!
| Speed |
Downloads (peak/off-peak) |
Price (normal) |
Price (when bundled) |
| ADSL2+ |
2GB (1GB/1GB) |
$29.95 |
$15.95 |
| ADSL2+ |
25GB (10GB/15GB) |
$41.95 |
$29.95 |
| ADSL2+ |
60GB (20GB/40GB) |
$51.95 |
$39.95 |
| ADSL2+ |
100GB (40GB/60GB) |
$71.95 |
$49.95 |
| ADSL2+ |
150GB (60GB/90GB) |
$91.95 |
$79.95 |
| ADSL2+ |
200GB (80GB/120GB) |
$111.95 |
$99.95 |
ADSL2+ will run at speeds of up to 24Mbps downstream and 1Mbps upstream. The speed you receive will depend on several factors such as phone line length and quality, customer premises wiring, and your modem. We cannot predict the speed you will receive, however approximately 50% of our users achieve over 10Mbps and we do guarantee a minimum of 1.5Mbps.
Standard ADSLOur standard ADSL plans are available on most phone exchanges in Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland.
| Speed |
Downloads (peak/off-peak) |
Price (normal) |
Price (when bundled) |
| 256/64K |
6GB (2GB/4GB) |
$34.95 |
$29.95 |
| 256/64K |
30GB (10GB/20GB) |
$41.95 |
$41.95 |
| 512/128K |
12GB (4GB/8GB) |
$41.95 |
$36.95 |
| 512/128K |
35GB (5GB/30GB) |
$46.95 |
$46.95 |
| 512/128K |
45GB (15GB/30GB) |
$51.95 |
$44.95 |
| 512/512K |
20GB anytime |
$81.95 |
$81.95 |
| 1500/256K |
30GB (10GB/20GB) |
$51.95 |
$51.95 |
| 1500/256K |
45GB (15GB/30GB) |
$61.95 |
$55.95 |
| 1500/256K |
75GB (25GB/50GB) |
$71.95 |
$64.95 |
| Up to 8000/384K |
30GB (10GB/20GB) |
$71.95 |
$71.95 |
| Up to 8000/384K |
45GB (15GB/30GB) |
$81.95 |
$74.95 |
| Up to 8000/384K |
75GB (25GB/50GB) |
$91.95 |
$81.95 |
Plans with speeds shown as 'Up to 8000/384K' run at speeds of up to 8Mbps downstream and 384Kbps upstream. The speed you receive will depend on several factors such as phone line length and quality, customer premises wiring, and your modem. We cannot predict the speed you will receive, but we do guarantee a minimum of 1.5Mbps.
Important things you need to know:
Peak times are from 8AM to 11PM; off-peak from 11PM to 8AM.
If you exceed your download allowance your service will be slowed to 64Kbps in both directions.
'When bundled' prices indicate the monthly price of the ADSL plan when you also purchase a home phone service from DCSI.
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Installation and Modem Prices |
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Installation:
There is a once-off $99 line activation fee to upgrade your phone line to support ADSL.
Home installation is also available to those within a 50km radius of Warragul, Victoria. This optional extra will incur an additional fee of $89.
Modem:
To be able to use ADSL, you need a special modem, which an existing dial-up modem isn't able to support the higher speeds and other benefits ADSL has to offer.
Netcomm ADSL2+ Modem Router (NB6) $59.95
This allows 1 (one) computer to connect to the internet, or can be used with an existing network switch.
Broadband Internet Access up to 24 Mbps
Supports ADSL, ADSL2 and ADSL2+
Simple Configuration
Ethernet or USB Connection
Security Firewall
VPN Passthrough
UPnP and Qos
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NetComm ADSL2+ 4-Port Modem Router (NB6Plus4) $99
This allows up to 4 (four) computers to connect to the internet.
Supports ADSL, ADSL2 and ADSL2+
Simple Configuration
4 Ethernet Ports for Internet Sharing
Suitable for Home and Office Networks
Security Firewall & DMZ
VPN Passthrough
Port Forwarding, UPnP and Qos
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Netcomm ADSL2+ 4-port Wireless Modem Router (NB7WPlus4) $99
This allows up to 4 (four) computers to be plugged in, and allows more to connect wirelessly.
Simple Configuration
Integrated 54 Mbps Wireless Access
Wireless Security, WEP and WPA
4 Ethernet Ports for Internet Sharing
Suitable for Home and Office Networks
Security Firewall & DMZ
VPN Passthrough
Port Forwarding, UPnP and Qos
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Line Filters:
ADSL line filters are needed in order to use the phone on the ADSL enabled lines, they prevent any noise or inteference from crossing over.
They are required for each phone line device that is connected to the same phone line as the ADSL service (including phones, faxes or answering machines).
Dynalink ADSL In-line Microfilter (MF001) $14.95
Filters out ADSL signals to allow simultaneous use of telephone and ADSL service
Includes a passthrough jack for modem, removing the need for a double adaptor
Superior design ensures compatibility with cordless phones
ACA approved
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C10 ADSL wall mount line filter (C10345E) $29.95
Wall mounted distributed Filter/Splitter with RJ11 line, RJ45 modem, RJ45 phone and RJ11 phone/fax connectors.
Allows direct mounting of Telstra T type telephones for existing wall mount phones.
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Other optional hardware:
Modular Adaptor $4.00
Converts an older-style 3 or 4-plug telephone connection to a modular RJ11 jack.
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Netcomm 54Mbps Wireless USB Adaptor (NP545) $39.95
Enables a desktop or laptop computer to connect to a wireless modem, wirelessly!
Requires a free USB port and Windows XP or higher.
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Additional Options |
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ADSL Rapid Transfer (Churn) FREE -  Download the ADSL Rapid Transfer (Churn) Form (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)
This is for when you want to move from your existing ADSL Provider (ISP) to DCSI. Please note this can take 5 or more working days.
Static IP $5.50 per month
A static IP Address is an IP address assigned by a service provider that never changes.
They are mostly used for business running their own servers or VPN connections, and are not needed for normal internet use.
Data blocks From $5.00
If your usage is getting low, top up your account with a data block!
If your account is not on a credit card, data blocks must be pre-paid.
Unused data from data blocks does not carry over to the following month.
| Peak data blocks | | 1GB | $5.00 | | 5GB | $15.00 | | 10GB | $25.00 |
| Off-peak data blocks | | 5GB | $7.50 | | 10GB | $12.50 | | | |
Changing your plan
FREE to change to a faster speed and/or usage
FREE to change only your usage to a higher or lower amount (e.g. 1500/256 10/20 to 1500/256 15/30)
$20 fee to change your plan only if you are downgrading your speed (e.g. 1500/256 10/20 to 512/128 4/8)
Relocation fee
$99 to relocate your service to a new location, or to reactivate it on a new phone line or number.
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How Do I Sign Up? |
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Notes |
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Please note that these plans are only available in Victoria, please contact DCSI for interstate plans. |
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Once the Included Download limit as been exceeded, the speed of the connection slows to 64k for the next 500MB then 32k thereafter, until the anniversary of your connection date, eg if you connected in the 14th of the month, then your annivesary date is the 14th, the usage is calculated from the anniversary date to the same day of the following month. |
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Peak times are defined as from 8am to 11pm, Off Peak is from 11pm to 8am. |
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DCSI offers ADSL2+ in Warragul, Morwell, Sale, Traralgon, Bairnsdale, Moe, Belmont, Bendigo, Ballarat, Churchill, Geelong, North Geelong, Warrnambool, and Wendouree. |
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DCSI does not offer support for USB connections, Ethernet (network) only. |
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There is a 100Mb quota for all email accounts. |
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8000 and 24000 are theoretical maximum speeds and are dependant on the condition of the phone line, modem, phone plugs etc |
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