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Package Summary
Be's Be Value details...
For more information - call 0808 101 3421

Be Broadband began trading in 2005 and was bought by the O2 group in 2006, becoming a much larger company. Be is the provider of the UKs fastest broadband service

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 modem, fast upload speeds, free connection when you quote Choices and unlimited download limit (fair usage applied)
Monthly Cost£8.00 - Per month until the end of 2008, £14.00 per month thereafter
Connection FeeFree - Activation for your new connection, you must quote Choices for a free connection
Modem/RouterFree - A wireless router is included with no charge for P and P. If you end your contract with Be There you will have to return the hardware
First Year Cost£156.00 - 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
Company TelephoneCall Be There 0808 101 3421
TechnologyADSL LLU
Technology InformationYou will need a non cable telephone line in order to get this package. This will cost £10.50 a month from BT or less from competitors
Special Offers / Features
  • Free connection when you quote Choices
  • £8 until the end of 2008
Speed/Restrictions
Contention Ratio50:1
Download Speed8Mb
Upload Speed1Mb
Download LimitUnlimited
Download Limit NotesThis package comes with an unlimited download limit with a fair usage policy which may restrict the amount you can download via your internet connection. 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 carry out 'excessive' downloading, you will be issued a written warning. In extreme circumstances, should the levels of activity not immediately decrease after the warning, your service will be terminated.

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 8.6 or higher
WindowsThe router supplied by this provider is compatible with Windows 98SE or higher
Customer Service
Awards and AccreditationsHeavy Weight Broadband - 2007 BroadbandChoices.co.uk awards - Silver Medal
Best Consumer Broadband - 2007 ISPA awards - Commendation
Best Sumo Consumer Broadband - 2006 ISPA awards - winner
Call Centre7 days per week, 24 hours per day: National rates apply
Online SupportFreeOnline support provided via e-mail and help text on the providers web-site
Gaming
PlayStationThe modem or router supplied by this provider is compatible with Playstation
X-boxThe modem or router supplied by this provider is compatible with X-box
Hardware
ModemFreeThe Be Box is a DSL broadband access devices that allow ADSL connectivity while providing voice over IP functions for home and office users. It offers an additional 802.11bg wireless LAN interface, supports ADSL2+ and is backward compatible to ADSL offering auto-negotiation capability for G.dmt, G.lite, or T1.413 Issue 2. The Be Box is equipped with a 4-port 10/100 meg Ethernet, a feature-rich router, which allow seamless use of a wealth of high-bandwidth applications. It also includes a 54 meg Wi-Fi CERTIFIED* 802.11g interface to offer seamless connection of wired and wireless worlds from anywhere in the home.
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 AddressingDynamic IP address
Online Storage space
Email£2.00Includes 5 email addresses
Webspace100Mb of webspace included when you purchase the e-mail add-on
Payment Methods
ChequeYou cannot pay for this package with a cheque
Credit CardPayments must be made monthly in advance by credit or debit card
Direct DebitYou can pay by direct debit for this package. Be There will send you advance notice of your bill, 10 working days before payment is taken form your account
Security
Anti SpamAutomatic spam and virus protection when sending and receiving emails when purchasing the e-mail add-on
Anti VirusAutomatic spam and virus protection when sending and receiving emails when purchasing the e-mail add-on
Child ProtectionThere is no child protection software included with this package
FirewallFreeFirewall software is not provided with this broadband package. However, the wireless router supplied will provide basic firewall protection for your computer.
Package Last Updated: Tuesday, 18-November-2008