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Apply now for Three (three.co.uk)'s Mobile Broadband 15GB + HP 2133 Mini-note Laptop (24 Months)
Package Summary
Three (three.co.uk)'s Mobile Broadband 15GB + HP 2133 Mini-note Laptop (24 Months) details...
The 3 network is available across eight countries and has over 10 million customers. In the UK alone, 3 has acquired 3.5 million 3G customers, up by nearly half a million since March 2005. This mobile broadband service makes use of 3's mobile network. It allows users to get online using portable modems anywhere without needing to find a hotspot.

This is a mobile broadband 'only' package, you do not have to switch your calls or line rental. Great if you're a light broadband user that wants to get online anywhere (without being tied to a landline). This package is suitable for web surfing and e-mailing. You can download a music track in under a minute

The main features included with this package are a wireless USB dongle, 15GB download limit (medium user) and a HP 2133 Mini-note Laptop
Monthly Cost£50.00 - The set monthly cost you will pay for this package. Line rental is not required with this package
Connection FeeFree - Activation for your new connection
Modem/RouterFree - A free wireless dongle is included
First Year Cost£600.00 - This includes any promotional discounts, dongle costs and connection fees. Line rental is not required with this package
Contract Length24 months - Should you cancel your contract during this period, the remaining balance will be charged to you in one lump sum
TechnologyMobile Broadband
Technology InformationNo landline is required (saving £10.50 per month on line rental)
Special Offers / Features
  • Free HP 2133 Mini-note Laptop
  • Via C7 M ULV Processor
  • 120GB Hard Drive
  • Worth £399 inc VAT*
Speed/Restrictions
Contention Ratio50:1
Download Speed3Mb
Upload Speed384Kb
Download Limit15GB
Download Limit NotesThis package comes with a set download limit which may restrict the amount you can download. This package is suitable for medium 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 exceed the monthly download allowance you will be charged at £0.10 for every MB of usage.

The stated download limit does not cover overseas use. You will therefore be charged £3/ per MB in any European county outside the UK (£6 / per MB outside Europe).

Other Features
Communications
Voice Over IP (VOIP)Speak to your friends and family online with Voice-Over-IP
Compatibility
Apple MacThe modem provided with this package is fully compatible with Apple Mac.
WindowsThe modem provided by this package is compatible with all version of windows 2000 onwards.
Customer Service
Awards and AccreditationsThere are no published awards or accreditations for this broadband provider
Call CentreTechnical Support:
Lines open 24 hours a day
(charged at the national rate).

Customer Support:
Lines open 24 hours a day
(charged at the national rate).
Online Support24 hour online support is available via email.
Gaming
PlayStationThe modem provided with this package is not Playstation compatible.
X-boxThis modem provided with this package is not XBox live compatible.
Hardware
RouterFreeA free 3 USB mobile modem is included with this pacakge to allow wireless internet access over the 3G network. (Free p&p).
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
MigrationStandard Migration procedures do not apply to this package as there is no fixed line required in order to connect to the internet with this package.
Online Storage space
EmailThere are no email addresses included with this pacakge.
WebspaceThere is no webspace included with this package.
Security
Anti SpamThere is no Anti-Spam included with this pacakge
Anti VirusThere is no Anti-Virus included with this pacakge.
Child ProtectionThere is no child protection included with this package.
FirewallThere is no Firewall included with this package.
Package Last Updated: Tuesday, 18-November-2008