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I got the R149 2GB + 1GB promotion with the aim of using my phone as modem for the office 'till we get ADSL sorted (moved office), but have been having problems. I fall within the coverage area and get 3.5G, but as soon as I need to download something larger than 700 or 800KB (Youtube, email attachments, etc) the line stop responding. I have to reconnect to get it going again. I was able to upload a 5MB email attachment, so the problem seems to be restricted to downloads.

What is going on here? Anyone have a clue?

In case no-one here has the answer, might I suggest asking on the MyBroadband forums? There are also reps from the different service providers who can assist you.

Thanks. I did that earlier. Just thought I'd try here as well, in case someone has some personal experience with it. Not loving 8ta atm.

I've been experiencing problems with 8ta for the past ~5 weeks. Dunno what's up. Only downloads are affected and during all hours.

Seems to be better suddenly this morning. I am able to load Youtube video's and the anti-virus was able to finally update itself. Will see what happens.