Sky Broadband Explored

information on Sky Broadband, the broadband service from digital TV provider Sky

 

Why Sky Broadband?

If you get your digital TV from Sky, then getting your Broadband from Sky is a great way of saving money. If you're with Sky for your telly, then you can effectively get free Broadband from Sky (BT's basic Broadband package is over £15 a month)

Signing up is easy, Sky will send you a free wireless broadband router (pictured below), and you can transfer your broadband to Sky online with minimal fuss.

For full details of Sky Broadband, go to sky.com/shop/broadband-talk

 

Summary of benefits:

• Speeds of up to 20Meg
• No limits on downloads with Sky's unlimited package
• Free wi-fi router (worth £50) for wireless surfing
• Ten email addresses
• 24/7 technical support

Sky Broadband Prices

Package	Speed	Download limits	Monthly fee
Broadband Everyday	Up to 20 Mbps	2 Gig / month	Free (with Sky Talk), otherwise £5
Broadband Unlimited	Up to 20 Mbps	Unlimited	£7.50 (with Sky Talk), otherwise £12.50 Also available for £15 to non-Sky TV subscriptions

Prices correct as of June 2010

How do I get Sky Broadband?

You can sign up to Sky Broadband at sky.com/shop/broadband-talk

If you're looking to switch from a rival broadband provider, see Sky's Switching Guide

 

Sky Broadband Wireless Router

To use Sky Broadband, you're provided with a Broadband router, made by Sagem. This plugs into your phone line, and lets you connect computers to the Internet.

The router allows you to connect computers via an Ethernet cable, or to use a wireless (wi-fi) connection.

Sky Broadband Wireless Router (Front)

Sky Broadband Wireless Router (Rear)

 

Setting up the Sky Broadband Router

The Sky Broadband router doesn't actually need much setting up - Plug it in to your phone line, then plug in your computer or laptop.

If you want to set it up for wi-fi, then you'll find the SSID and Security key you need on the bottom of the router.

If you're more of a techie, and want to alter the security settings, change password or make any advanced changes, then you can get to the settings on the Sky router via a web browser.

To do this, go to a web browser and type the following into the address bar: 192.168.0.1, then press Enter. You'll now be prompted for a username and password.

The default username for a Sky Broadband router is 'admin' and the default password is 'sky'.

Administering the Sky Broadband Router from a Web Browser

 

 

 

Sky Broadband Server Information

For help with Sky Broadband email settings, see our UK Email Settings page

 

Frequently asked questions

How do I get an account?	You can sign up for a Sky Broadband account by going to the following web address: sky.com/shop/broadband-talk
Customer Support	To contact the Sky Broadband technical helpdesk, call 08442 410 515 Alternatively, the main support number for Sky is 08442 414 141

Got a question? Ask in our Broadband forum

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