The ADSL X5v integrates a full-rate ADSL modem, router, firewall, four-port 10/100 Ethernet switch, USB port, and VoIP phone port into a single cost-effective product. The Model... more
This review already contains more than 120 words. As a Ciao member you could earn up to £5 with this review.
Ethernet switch, USB port, and VoIP Phone port into a single cost-effective unit. It has a special local Phone port that enables use of a standard single line Phone...
Ethernet switch, USB port, and VoIP phone port into a single cost-effective unit. It has a special local phone port that enables use of a standard single line phone...
Ethernet switch, USB port, and VoIP phone port into a single cost-effective unit. It has a special local phone port that enables use of a standard single line phone...
Protocols & Specifications: ITU V.21, ITU V.23, ITU G.992.2 (G.Lite), ITU G.994.1 (G.hs), Bell 202, ITU G.992.1 (G.DMT) Annex A
Max Transfer Rate: 8 Mbps
Power
Power Device: Power adapter - external
Manufacturer's product description
The ADSL X5v integrates a full-rate ADSL modem, router, firewall, four-port 10/100 Ethernet switch, USB port, and VoIP phone port into a single cost-effective product. The Model 5565 has a special Local Phone port that lets you use your standard single-line phone for conventional phone calls or free and very low-cost Voice Over IP (VoIP) calls. Because the X5v integrates Internet telephony with a full featured ADSL gateway, setup is easy and system security is ensured. Integration of the voice processing with the firewall and the router ensures reliability of VoIP calls and reduces service provider support requirements. The X5v also comes with the Global Village VoIP phone service that sets up in minutes and lets you simply dial phone numbers and make free calls to devices like the X5v anywhere in the world. And because the X5v uses SIP, the most popular protocol for voice communications over the Internet, you can tap into a rapidly-growing world of free and very low-cost phone services. The X5v's built-in four-port Ethernet switch eliminates the need for a separate Ethernet hub for most home networks and many small offices. The USB port allows direct connection of a fifth computer to the ADSL X5v. By adding external hubs or a wireless access point, the X5v can provide simultaneous Internet access for up to 253 computers. The Local Phone port of the Model 5565 includes an intelligent relay that allows a single phone to place and receive both VoIP calls and calls over the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). PSTN Fail-Over allows the X5v to automatically route calls over the dial-up phone network when power is lost. PSTN support also allows emergency dialing using services like 911 or 112 calling. Setup is easy using any authorized local or remote computer's Web browser and the graphical user interface built into the X5v. Flash memory allows easy firmware updates, including additions to the voice compression codecs.
Advantages: Small, and makes internet sharing as easy as pie Disadvantages: A bit expensive, no built-in hub, a bit ugly!
...When I signed up for ADSL, I got a free Speedtouch modem. It worked fine on my main computer - a PC at that time - but networking and sharing the connection was a bit of a hassle. For one thing, the main computer had to act as a 'server' all the time, and remain connected, for the second computer to access the internet.
Then our modem gave up the ghost altogether. To be honest, I was slightly relieved. I'd heard a lot about how a router would make internet sharing easier, so I decided to go the extra mile and spend a few more pounds to upgrade. I needed something quick, so I unfortunately had to pay the premium and buy from PC World who charged me £80 for the ZoomX3. I'm sure it's available cheaper online.
--> WHAT IS A ROUTER?
Routers have been much more common in big business until broadband internet made its way into homes...
Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
Advantages: Quick and Easy installation Disadvantages: Low wireless range
...First of all I must congratulate Zoom for such a fantastic product. Out of all my experiences with wireless/wired routers including; Netgear, Belkin and Linkysys (Cisco), I have found the ZoomX6 Wireless ADSLrouter to be the most user-friendly router I have ever used.
In the box you will get; The wireless router, Power Lead, RJ5 cable (used to connect the router to a base unit in order to cingure the router softwar, once the software has been configured the RJ45 lead may be taken out as long as you have a wireless receiver, i.e. USB, PCMCIA or PCI), instruction manual and CD-ROM software.
The first thing to do when you open the box, lay out all your parts and make sure everything is there, then put the CD-ROM into your CD drive, the software is very straight forward and the whole setup process takes about 15 minutes...
Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
Advantages: Fast Speeds, Small, Very Light Disadvantages: N/A
...Mbps
(nearly five times faster than 802.11b) data rates.
Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers
The Wireless ADSL Modem Router supports a variety of networking environments
including Mac OS® 8.x, 9.x, Xv10.x, AppleTalk®, Linux®, Windows® 95, 98, Me,
NT®, 2000, and XP, and others. All that is needed is an Internet browser and a
network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the Internet).
Front-Panel LED Display
Lighted LEDs on the front of the Router indicate which functions are in
operation. You’ll know at-a-glance whether your Router is connected to the
Internet. This feature eliminates the need for advanced software and status monitoring
procedures.
Web-Based User Interface
You can set up the Router’s functions easily through your web browser, without
having to install additional software onto...
Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful
I bought this kit (along with an included DWL G122 USB dongle; see my separate review) as a package from Ebuyer mid 2005 for £58. I had read all of the reviews I could reasdily lay my hands on and thought it was a bargain at this price and to a degree it more
This product has not yet been reviewed. 
03.12.2003
30.11.2006
04.11.2004
