Would this very old ADSL modem/router still work?

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timmmay

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#1405141 13-Oct-2015 17:56

Thanks CB, appreciate the offer :) Will get in touch if needed.

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#1405147 13-Oct-2015 18:13

Should be able to get an old Vodafone HG556a from trademe for about $5. Probably about the best value you're going to find.

The Dynalink RTA1320E is also a good option. Very basic (no wireless, etc) but very stable with good connection speeds.

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#1405155 13-Oct-2015 18:21

Wireless would be a requirement, it's for phones and laptops mostly. I don't actually know if the Dynalink does that - I suspect not.

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#1405202 13-Oct-2015 19:14

Huawei HG556a is probably your best bet then, for under $10.

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#1405216 13-Oct-2015 19:44

I have a Vodafone Station (can be used with other providers if you) you're welcome to you just need to pay for shipping or pick it up (Auckland).

Edit: This is ADSL 2 and Wireless and probably a bit more reliabel than a hg556a

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#1405233 13-Oct-2015 21:08

Thanks Andib, I'll double check with my family member and may take you up on that :)

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#1405331 14-Oct-2015 01:21

Wouldn't recommend the Vodafone station if you are not with Vodafone. As you can't view the line stats in any of the menus. You have to ask Vodafone for them. So trying to diagnose speed / line related problems would be a nightmare.

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