MWeb/Billion W40 ADSL modem/router

MWeb/Billion W40 ADSL modem/router/WAP - perfect condition

5-in-1 device : ADSL modem, router (WAN-to-LAN), 4-port LAN switch, 54Mbps Wireless Access Point, Firewall

Benefits
* Allows you to easily build a 4-PC computer network using the built-in switch
* Also connect laptops and other wireless devices via the built-in 54Mbps (802.11g) Wireless LAN
* Share your ADSL internet connection across all connected PCs
* Automatic sensing of 10/100Mbps network connections and cable polarity - use any PC/laptop and any cable
* Fully software-configurable via user-friendly Web Interface

Specifications and features
* 1 x RJ-11 telephone socket for connection to ADSL line
* 4 x 10/100Mbps LAN ports for connection to client PCs
* 1 x Wireless LAN antenna connection - 802.11a/b/g @ maximum 54Mbps
* 1 x ADSL micro-filter with two output sockets (full-bandwidth ADSL and voice-band telephone output for telephone, fax, etc)
* Built-in SPI firewall

Condition
* Perfect condition - about 2 years old. In daily use at the moment
* Includes all original accessories and packaging (ADSL micro-filter, power supply, serial adapter and software)
* Replacement value is about R600 if bought from MWeb as a subscriber

IMPORTANT:
* This modem/router was supplied locked to MWeb, but the firmware has been re-flashed to 'Open' Billion firmware
* It should now connect to any ISP, though I've only used it with MWeb to date.
* Please bid only if you are an MWeb subscriber or you are comfortable re-flashing firmware and doing other technical stuff !

My comments
* This is a very solid and reliable modem - one of those things that "just works" out the box
* Perfect for the MWeb subscriber whose modem just choked or got taken out by lightning !