Switching from ADSL to Cable?

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profrink

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#123349 4-Jul-2013 12:23

Had a quick search and couldn't find anything similar (probably due to how new the take over is).

I've got ADSL, phone and SKY all through VF on the same bill. Connection is great, but have been looking at switching to the cable service for a big speed bump. However, I am not a fan of the T-Box and would like to keep MySky.

Is it possible to simply swap our ADSL connection/plan for a cable one (and pay the difference) but keep Sky coming over the satellite (MySky) and everything on one bill?

May not be possible due to marketing packages etc, but if anyone has experience or info it would be much appreciated.

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#849198 4-Jul-2013 12:23

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kharris

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#849227 4-Jul-2013 12:54

Vodafone only offers T-box with cable packages as far as I am aware. I am pretty sure they don't offer discounted Sky with cable BB.

My understanding is that the two billing systems are still completely separate so you would not get these on the same bill anyway.

So you options probably are:
1. Stick with what you have
2. Get cable broadband and get TV directly from Sky
3. Get cable broadband + T-Box.

You be best to call Vodafone and just ask them.

profrink

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#849285 4-Jul-2013 14:57

kharris: Vodafone only offers T-box with cable packages as far as I am aware. I am pretty sure they don't offer discounted Sky with cable BB.

My understanding is that the two billing systems are still completely separate so you would not get these on the same bill anyway.

So you options probably are:
1. Stick with what you have
2. Get cable broadband and get TV directly from Sky
3. Get cable broadband + T-Box.

You be best to call Vodafone and just ask them.

Cheers - forgot that the billing systems are still separate.

#2 would be the option to go for then.

Demeter

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#849334 4-Jul-2013 16:14

We have a specialist team who can help with this kind of transfer - feel free to call them on 0508 662 277 for more help and advice on the best way to get this done :)

Lon