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Package Summary
Madasafish's Max Broadband details...
With an aim at being as 'transparent and honest as possible' regarding their packages and term and conditions, Madasafish has grown to be a reliable and trusted UK provider. Their dedication to customer services in an industry where that area can leave a lot to be desired, they have set a high standard.

This is a broadband 'only' package, you do not have to switch your calls or line rental. 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, static IP address, and excellent customer service reputation
Monthly Cost£9.65 - Per month for 1st 6 months, £14.65 per month thereafter.
Connection FeeFree - Activation for your new connection
Modem/Router£6.99 - A wireless router is included with a charge for P and P
First Year Cost£152.79 - This includes any promotional discounts, modem costs and connection fees but does not include monthly line rental
Contract Length12 months - Should you cancel your contract during this period, the remaining balance will be charged to you in one lump sum
TechnologyADSL IPStream
Technology InformationYou will need a non cable telephone line in order to get this package. This will cost £10.27 a month from BT or less from selected competitors
Speed/Restrictions
Contention Ratio50:1
Download Speed8Mb
Upload Speed448Kb
Download Limit5GB
Download Limit NotesThis package comes with a set download limit which may restrict the amount you can download. This package is suitable for light 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 NotesAny downloading beyond the published limit you will be charged an additional £2.00 per / GB. You can check your usage at any time via the easy to use online account management area, "My Account"

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 Apple Mac Operating Systems OS X 10.4 (Tiger), OS X 10.3 (Panther) older versions of the operating system such as OS X 10.2 (Jaguar), OS X 10.1 (Puma) and OS 9
WindowsThe router supplied by this provider is compatible with Windows 98SE or higher
Customer Service
Call CentreCustomer Care:
Between 8am and 8pm, 7 days a week, except Bank Holidays.
Calls are charged at 4p per minute from UK Landlines.

Technical Support:
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Calls are charged at 4p per minute from UK Landlines.
Online SupportComprehensive online support documentation is available on the Madasafish website. Madasafish aims to respond to all emails within 24 hours
Gaming
PlayStationThe router provided with this package is compatible with PlayStation
X-boxThe router supplied by this provider is compatible with Xbox
Hardware
RouterThe wireless networking kit is supplied by leading manufacturer D-Link. It includes a DSL-G624T wireless ADSL router, which supports ADSL2/2+, the next generation of ADSL Broadband services. The router supports the 802.11g wireless standard, meaning you can create a wireless network with speeds up to 54Mbps. There are four Ethernet ports on the DSL-G624T to enable wired connections to PC's, Macs, games consoles and other Ethernet-enabled equipment. Also included is a firewall and enhanced wireless security
Media
Audio ContentThere is no free / exclusive audio or radio content provided as part of this package
Video ContentThere is no free / exclusive video content provided as part of this package
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 AddressingFreeA static IP address is supplied with this package
Online Storage space
EmailFreeWebmail - access your e-mail worldwide
EmailFreeUnlimited e-mail addresses are available with this package, with a stoarge limit of 50GB, and Anti-Virus protection.
WebspaceFree100MB webspace available to build your own website
Payment Methods
ChequeYou cannot pay for this package with a cheque
Credit CardYou cannot pay for this package with a credit card
Direct DebitYou can pay for this package by direct debit
Security
Anti SpamFreeProvided Free of Charge
Anti Virus£2.50Per month as an optional cost as part of the Bullguard Security Package. However, this provider performs virus scans on e-mails for free.

Macintosh Antivirus - £59.95 for a year of Intego Internet Security Backup Edition (optional)
Child Protection£1.99Per month as an optional cost
Firewall£2.50Per month as an optional cost as part of the Bullguard Security Package. However, the wireless router supplied will provide basic firewall protection for your computer

Mac Firewall - £59.95 for a year of Intego Internet Security Backup Edition
Package Last Updated: Monday, 1-December-2008