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ISDN using a modem?

  • 21-05-2000 3:56pm
    #1
    Hecate
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,518 ✭✭✭


    get a terminal adapter with an analogue port and you can still dial up to snl, switch back to isdn for clan matches etc..


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  • #2
    Paladin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,313 ✭✭✭Paladin


    How can u use a modem with an ISDN line? This would be to keep using SNL for example.
    You have to replace your phones etc with new digital connections I know but I also know its possible to use the modem with isdn. Im just trying to figure out how b4 I go and get isdn.
    Ta in advance


  • #3
    Fing
    Closed Accounts Posts: 60 ✭✭Fing


    If you're upgrading your analog line (as opposed to getting an additional ISDN), Eircom fit a NT1+ box on the wall that has 2 POTS connectors on it. This means that you don't have to rely on your TA being powered for modem\phone access.

    Fing


  • #4
    SantaHoe
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,488 ✭✭✭SantaHoe


    What kind of ping would you expect with an analog modem using ISDN to SNL?
    And can you just get one line upgraded to ISDN or do you need two.

    Oh and can anyone reccomend a good TA, preferably a cheap one.
    And does a shoddy TA effect ping much?

    I've pretty much given up on cable at this stage.
    NTL are kinda' shooting themselves in the foot by making us wait.


  • #5
    Paladin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,313 ✭✭✭Paladin


    ISDN is 2 lines of 64k afaik, so if u get isdn u get 2 lines for calls (2 for internet also if u want but u usually combine them for a single 128k connect).
    This means get rid of yer old 56k analogue fone line and u get to keep yer old fone number and u get a new one smile.gif
    Pings are similiar to normal modem afaik, slightly cleaner connect tho with less spiking (well there is spiking due to isp and server etc but less due to bad line)
    Im working from bits and pieces of knowledge i have so feel free to correct me ppl smile.gif


  • #6
    WhiteWashMan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,099 ✭✭✭✭WhiteWashMan


    i remember mindphuck use to connect using a modem so you might ask him
    why exactly would anyone want to connect a modem to an isdn line anyway?


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  • #7
    TinCool
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,894 ✭✭✭TinCool


    Because what's the point in sitting in irc on an isdn connect when you could be there on a SNL modem connect, save you a few pound. I'll be asking exactly the same questions when I get my isdn line installed. Yes I've taken the plunge into the digital world.


  • #8
    _CreeD_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,162 ✭✭✭_CreeD_


    ISDN has the same call rates as analogue (For one channel), its the installation that costs you more
    (And maybe an increased ISP fee, but again that doesnt depend on how long you log in)....
    'Tis much of a muchness... smile.gif


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