I have seen lot of people wants to know about Airtel Data connection, I thought to create FAQ thread, here it is.
All the info here is 100% reliable.
What are their packages?
They offer 3 packages,
Limited: 1 GB for Rs.300 + Tax
3 GB for Rs.600 + Tax
Unlimited: for Rs.1499 + Tax
What are the tax rates?
VAT (Value Added Tax) = 16.67%
MSL (Mobile Subscriber Levy) = 11.11%
ECL (Environmental Subscriber Levy) = 2%
Total: 29.78%
How much is a USB dongle?
Rs.9500+Tax
What is the tax rate for a USB Modem?
16.67%
Do they offer promised speed?
This a question that there is no direct answer, for the unlimited package they said they offer 3.2mbps (409.6KB/s) As far as I know, people experience around 100 - 250Kb/s!
What about their coverage?
Currently, Colombo, Kandy & Galle are 3G covered (with HSDPA).
What is their modem?
BandRich Bandluxe C120 HSDPA USB Modem
Can I use a different one?
Yes, you can buy only the SIM and use it with your own HSDPA modem
Is there any limits like FUP?
No, Its 100% unlimited
What is FUP?
FUP (Fair Usage Policy) is a limit by ISP to save their bandwidth, For example if you use high data volume, you're speed will be limited.
Where can I buy a connection?
Currently in Airtel Kollpity Branch
How much is Activation fee?
Rs.500/= + Tax
Will the speed change later?
Maybe, when users increase speed may change, but, It can be prevented if Airtel construct more towers.
Is there any hidden charges?
No. only the rental
What is their maximum tower speed?
Currently 7.2mbps (on selected towers only)
Can I use existing Airtel SIM?
yes, make sure it is postpaid and activate it for a data plan. (must pay the activation fee)
Can I send SMS through it?
yes, you send/recieve text messages, with your PC also.
Can I activate voice with a data SIM?
yes, you can, just visit to a Airtel store.
What is their hotline?
075 5 555 555
What is their email address?
[email protected] or [email protected]
What is initial total investment?
Activation (with tax) - Rs.634
Modem price (with tax) - Rs.10 640
What is total monthly rental with TAX?
1499 x (29.78/100) 1499 = Rs.1945.40
What are their future coverage plans?
Currently, they working on expanding their coverage to Uva & North Central.
Is it 3G?
No, first it will be 2G, later it will upgraded to 3G & HSDPA.
Please write your comments about this thread.
Thank you.
All the info here is 100% reliable.
What are their packages?
They offer 3 packages,
Limited: 1 GB for Rs.300 + Tax
3 GB for Rs.600 + Tax
Unlimited: for Rs.1499 + Tax
What are the tax rates?
VAT (Value Added Tax) = 16.67%
MSL (Mobile Subscriber Levy) = 11.11%
ECL (Environmental Subscriber Levy) = 2%
Total: 29.78%
How much is a USB dongle?
Rs.9500+Tax
What is the tax rate for a USB Modem?
16.67%
Do they offer promised speed?
This a question that there is no direct answer, for the unlimited package they said they offer 3.2mbps (409.6KB/s) As far as I know, people experience around 100 - 250Kb/s!
What about their coverage?
Currently, Colombo, Kandy & Galle are 3G covered (with HSDPA).
What is their modem?
BandRich Bandluxe C120 HSDPA USB Modem
Can I use a different one?
Yes, you can buy only the SIM and use it with your own HSDPA modem
Is there any limits like FUP?
No, Its 100% unlimited
What is FUP?
FUP (Fair Usage Policy) is a limit by ISP to save their bandwidth, For example if you use high data volume, you're speed will be limited.
Where can I buy a connection?
Currently in Airtel Kollpity Branch
How much is Activation fee?
Rs.500/= + Tax
Will the speed change later?
Maybe, when users increase speed may change, but, It can be prevented if Airtel construct more towers.
Is there any hidden charges?
No. only the rental
What is their maximum tower speed?
Currently 7.2mbps (on selected towers only)
Can I use existing Airtel SIM?
yes, make sure it is postpaid and activate it for a data plan. (must pay the activation fee)
Can I send SMS through it?
yes, you send/recieve text messages, with your PC also.
Can I activate voice with a data SIM?
yes, you can, just visit to a Airtel store.
What is their hotline?
075 5 555 555
What is their email address?
[email protected] or [email protected]
What is initial total investment?
Activation (with tax) - Rs.634
Modem price (with tax) - Rs.10 640
What is total monthly rental with TAX?
1499 x (29.78/100) 1499 = Rs.1945.40
Currently, they working on expanding their coverage to Uva & North Central.
No, first it will be 2G, later it will upgraded to 3G & HSDPA.
Please write your comments about this thread.
Thank you.
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