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Apply now for TalkTalk's 8Mb Talk UK Weekend
Package Summary
TalkTalk's 8Mb Talk UK Weekend details...
For more information - call 0800 049 7843

This package bundles your broadband, home phone and line rental from TalkTalk. Perfect for spending hours online, downloading music in seconds, streaming videos or downloading DVD qualities movies in a matter of hours.

The main features included with this package are a wireless router, free calls to all UK landlines at weekends, free calls to all TalkTalk landlines at anytime and a heavy user download limit.
Monthly Cost£4.99 - The set monthly cost you will pay for this package does not include line rental
Connection Fee£29.99 - A one-off fee to activate your new connection
Modem/RouterFree - A free wireless router is included with no charge for P and P
First Year Cost£89.87 - This includes any promotional discounts, modem costs and connection fees but does not include monthly line rental
Contract Length18 months - if you don't like your chosen package you can cancel within 30 days. Should you cancel your contract during this period, the remaining balance will be charged to you in one lump sum
Company TelephoneCall TalkTalk 0800 049 7843
TechnologyADSL LLU
Technology InformationYou will need a non cable telephone line in order to get this package. You must switch your line rental to TalkTalk, this will cost £10.50 a month (BT costs £11.00)
Speed/Restrictions
Contention Ratio50:1
Download Speed8Mb
Upload Speed256Kb
Download Limit40GB
Download Limit NotesThis package comes with a set download limit which may restrict the amount you can download via your internet connection. This package is suitable for intensive usage; here are some helpful representations of downloading:

  • 60 hours web surfing = 1.5GB

  • 1 Music Album = 0.06GB

  • 10 Min Video Clip on Youtube = 0.2GB

  • Low definition movie = 0.75GB

  • DVD quality movie = 4.5GB

  • 10 hours of internet radio = 1.2GB


Download Limit Exceed NotesIf you persistently use Peer to Peer file sharing technology you will be issued with warnings to reduce your usage. If you fail to listen to these warnings your service could be suspended

UK Phone Call Charges
This package comes with a phone line offering free calls to all UK landlines at weekends and free calls to all TalkTalk landlines at anytime. A 6p connection fee applies to all non-inclusive calls. Call charges will be rounded up to the nearest full minute. You can find details of other call costs in the table below.
UK Local/National Call RatesDescriptionDayEveningWeekend
LandlineLocal3.90p1.40pFree
LandlineNational3.90p1.40pFree
UK Mobile Call RatesDescriptionDayEveningWeekend
Mobileo212.00p7.00p7.00p
MobileOrange12.00p7.00p7.00p
MobileThree Mobile 12.00p7.00p7.00p
MobileT-Mobile12.00p7.00p7.00p
MobileVodafone12.00p7.00p7.00p

Other Features
Communications
Voice Over IP (VOIP)Speak to your friends and family online with Voice-Over-IP
Compatibility
Apple MacThe router supplied by this provider is compatible with Mac OS 9.0 / OSX or higher
WindowsThe router supplied by this provider is compatible with Windows 2000, Pro or XP or higher
Customer Service
Awards and AccreditationsBest value for money - uGov 2007 - Winner
Supplier most likely to be recommended - uGov 2007 - Joint winner
Call CentreCustomer Services:
Calls charged are free from TalkTalk line.
Monday - Friday: 8am - 8pm
Saturday: 9am - 6pm
Sunday / Bank Holidays: 10am - 5pm

Broadband Technical Helpdesk:
Calls charged are free from TalkTalk line.
Monday - Sunday: 8am - 10pm
Bank Holidays: 10am - 5pm
Online SupportOnline TalkTalk Assist & Go Free is available to all customers online. Also there are useful tips on the Help and Support section on the TalkTalk website.
Gaming
PlayStationThe router supplied by this provider is not compatible with Playstation
X-boxThe router supplied by this provider is not compatible with Xbox
Hardware
ModemFreeThere is a free modem included in this packge (free P and P)
Media
Audio ContentFreeAccess to exclusive music from TalkTalk's partnership with AOL
Video ContentFreeAccess to exclusive film from TalkTalk's partnership with AOL
Migration Notes
MigrationYou can migrate to this provider using an IPStream or LLU Migration Authorisation Code (MAC). This is the easiest method of switching
Networking
IP AddressingDynamic IP Address.
Online Storage space
EmailFree5 TalkTalk email addresses
WebspaceFree15 MB of webspace
Payment Methods
Cheque£3.50Per month additional charge to pay by cheque
Credit Card£3.50Per month additional charge to pay by credit card
Direct DebitFreeThere is no additional charge to pay by Direct Debit
Security
Anti Spam£2.49per month for TalkTalk Online Security is provided by F-Secure.
Anti VirusIncluded with TalkTalk Online Security
Child ProtectionIncluded with TalkTalk Online Security
FirewallIncluded with TalkTalk Online Security

Most Popular International Call Charges
This package also includes unlimited anytime calls to 36 international destinations, including Europe and the United States. A 6p connection fee applies to all non-inclusive calls. Call charges will be rounded up to the nearest full minute.
International RatesCountryDayEveningWeekend
International LandlineAustraliaFreeFreeFree
International LandlineFranceFreeFreeFree
International LandlineIndia23.75p20.90p20.90p
International LandlineSouth Africa49.40p43.70p43.70p
International LandlineUnited StatesFreeFreeFree
Package Last Updated: Monday, 15-September-2008