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Technical News & Discussion => IDNet Help => Topic started by: colin_2 on Dec 09, 2008, 18:35:37

Title: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: colin_2 on Dec 09, 2008, 18:35:37
Hello.

After weeks of problems with orange (at peak times) i'm now looking for a new ISP.

However,i have a few questions before i make the switch.


1.Does IDnet work hassle free with the xbox 360 (xboxlive) & Playstation 3 (PS Network)?

This is important because i'm an avid gamer online..Does anyone on these forums use both consoles with IDNet?

2.Can i use my own router with IDNet's broadband?.....I use a netgear DG834G at the moment.

3.And finally...Does Idnet accept orange MAC codes?

Thanks in advance. :thumb:


Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: David on Dec 09, 2008, 18:37:33
I dont game Colin..but you can use your own router...cant answer the mac question either but it wont be long....good choice  :thumb:

This is hassle free as a rule......believe me I was once with Tisca........
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Rik on Dec 09, 2008, 18:44:55
Hi Colin and welcome to the forum. :welc: :karma:

I'm no help on matters gaming, but others will be along shortly. You'll have no problems with an Orange MAC, IDNet accept both BT Wholesale MACs and LLU ones (at no charge). Your Netgear will be just fine, and we'll be able to help with any setup queries you may have.

You get free web space, blog space and photo album with the account and unlimited @idnet.com email addresses. All of these can be set up and used as soon as your account is opened, before you migrate. :)
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Lance on Dec 09, 2008, 18:45:25
Hi Colin, welcome to the forum. Have a karma to get you started!

As for your questions, I don't game but yes you can use your own router and yes the orange MACs are accepted.

Hope this helps :)
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Rik on Dec 09, 2008, 18:46:27
Where are all the gamers when you need them? ;)
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: David on Dec 09, 2008, 18:46:57
 :karma: Told you Colin  ;) of course I was going to say all of that but,hey give the other lads a chance thats what I say  ;D ;D
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Rik on Dec 09, 2008, 18:47:33
 :nana: ;D
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: David on Dec 09, 2008, 18:48:16
 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :pmsl:
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: rgt247 on Dec 09, 2008, 19:34:19

:welc:

I have a ps3 which I use to play online mainly Burnout Paradise. I have had no problems. Idnet form my experience is the best ISP there is.  :thumb:
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Lona on Dec 09, 2008, 19:39:21
Quote from: Rik on Dec 09, 2008, 18:46:27
Where are all the gamers when you need them? ;)

What do you expect Rik.  This forum is full of old age pensioners.  ;)
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: kinmel on Dec 09, 2008, 19:51:28
Hi

welcome to our forum, as you see everyone here is very friendly.

With IDNet all the ports and protocols are open and all are unrestricted, so you will have no problems with your gaming.

There is only one simple proviso about an IDNet internet connection - there is a download allowance with every package and if you exceed it you will be charged £1 per Gb.

So simple that it all works just perfectly.

Come on in, the water is lovely.
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Baz on Dec 09, 2008, 20:09:39
Hi Colin,  can help maybe with a couple of your questions.
Yes it works with the PS3. my son has one and we have just tried again to set it up as it was very bad getting it to work with my last ISP. Tried again recently and got it going  :D its not perfect as we have it wireless but its working.

Sorry to the others here forgot to mention this about getting it working......... well done IDNet came good again :thumb:

I also have a Netgear DG834PN which has been no bother at all.
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: David on Dec 09, 2008, 20:12:55
QuoteWhat do you expect Rik.  This forum is full of old age pensioners
I'm game for most things Lona  >:D
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Sebby on Dec 09, 2008, 21:20:32
Welcome to the forum! :karma:
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: vitriol on Dec 09, 2008, 21:32:49
Hi Colin,

I can confirm that

IDNet works great for Xbox Live

You can indeed use your own router, I use a Netgear DG834GT.


No problems what so ever.

See you on IDNet soon then :)
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Simon on Dec 09, 2008, 22:27:24
Hi Colin, can't add to the above, but  :welc:
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: mrapoc on Dec 09, 2008, 23:01:35
Hey there

I game on PS3 and PC and idnet do deliver. Before changing my router i could get down to 15ms ping on counter strike source and 30ms being the norm. Unfortunately changing my router "hid" these servers from me  ???

PS3 gaming is reliable and hosting games on my ps3 rather than others produces much better performance

Updates on my ps3 take about 1/4 of the time at least than updates on my mates BT connection
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Inactive on Dec 09, 2008, 23:12:15
Quote from: Lona on Dec 09, 2008, 19:39:21
What do you expect Rik.  This forum is full of old age pensioners.  ;)

You speak for yourself Lona.. ;D

Welcome Colin.

:welc: :karma:
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: colin_2 on Dec 10, 2008, 00:25:02
Wow...Thanks Guys.

IDNet it is then......Can't believe ive sufferd orange for so long.

Again,thank you! :thumb:
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Simon on Dec 10, 2008, 00:30:30
We speak as we find, Colin.  I don't think you'll regret the move.  ;)
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Colin Burns on Dec 10, 2008, 07:55:17
hi there

i use xbox live and PC for online gaming and i dont have any problems what so ever
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: talos2 on Dec 10, 2008, 08:33:56
Quote from: colin_2 on Dec 10, 2008, 00:25:02
Wow...Thanks Guys.

IDNet it is then......Can't believe ive sufferd orange for so long.

Again,thank you! :thumb:

:welc2: :karma:  As an old Orange sufferer I can honestly say you will be amazed at the improvement when you join Idnet,
but keep it under your hat , we want to keep this to ourselves :blush:
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Rik on Dec 10, 2008, 08:50:51
Quote from: Lona on Dec 09, 2008, 19:39:21
What do you expect Rik.  This forum is full of old age pensioners.  ;)

Silver surfers is my preferred term, Lona. ;)
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Simon on Dec 10, 2008, 09:54:46
Quote from: Rik on Dec 10, 2008, 08:50:51
Silver surfers is my preferred term, Lona. ;)

Old g*ts is mine!  :evil:  :legpull:
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Rik on Dec 10, 2008, 09:59:51
 :nana: :tongue: :nana: :tongue: :nana: ;D
Title: Re: Want to join IDNet.....
Post by: Simon on Dec 10, 2008, 16:38:46
 :D