OT - Wireless Broadband deals

[Exige46]

Just wondered if its like the UK, where if you sign up for Broadband they tend to provide you with a router?

Or, should I pack our existing router in my luggage, or in the container?!

Many thanks

[GravelBen]

Generally they do yes, though it'll be the most basic one they can find so if you want wireless etc you'll want to either bring one with you and buy a new one here - they're pretty cheap really.

[Atom Johnny]

Buy one here. What works with one provider may not work with another. Also good broadband deals are not always wireless. An ADSL2+ connection is faster (24000/1000 kbps) than wireless (1500/128 kbps).

[alex.tvr]

Telecom Nz gave me a 'free' D-link router when I moved down here, but I use the wireless draytek I brought down with me.
Broadband isn't a given if you go Rural, you'd have to go for a Satalite link. adsl2 is big citys only so far I believe.
As an aside, home phone handsets choice is a bit basic down here, if you want anything flash, buy before you leave.

alex

[lestag]

alex.tvr said:

adsl2 is big citys only so far I believe.

In most cties/towns, but limited by a shorter distance from the exchange 2km

http://www.telecomwholesale.co.nz/n530,50.html

the availability tool is quite cool.

Also i think the OP was going to wellington and IIRC telstraclear has cable there as another connection option

[Zaphod]

If you are heading for Wellington, get TelstraClear cable internet access - I'm getting some whopping download speeds at the moment. They are behind on providing HD on their TV feed though - but it will be here eventually.

[GravelBen]

lestag said:

In most cties/towns, but limited by a shorter distance from the exchange 2km

http://www.telecomwholesale.co.nz/n530,50.html

the availability tool is quite cool.

Apparently my area is scheduled for adsl2 upgrade in June 2011. Won't hold my breath then.

[Exige46]

Cheers for the help. Will be in Paraparaumu more than likely for the first year or so.

[lestag]

Exige46 said:

Cheers for the help. Will be in Paraparaumu more than likely for the first year or so.

Well your in luck telstraclear cable is available there

http://www.telstraclear.co.nz/residential/ kapiti

and telecom (think BT but privately owned) has ADSL and soem 10mb stuff in Raumati

[Zaphod]

Exige46 said:

Cheers for the help. Will be in Paraparaumu more than likely for the first year or so.

Great choice - that's where I am. If you need any local help and advice - PM me.