BSNL EVDO FAQs
Originally written by the administrator of this website on 15-02-2008, 07:45 PM
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After so many queries, I decided to end up with a brief FAQ about BSNL EVDO.
What is EV-DO?
Evolution-Data Optimized or Evolution-Data only, abbreviated as EV-DO or EVDO and often EV, is a telecommunications standard for the wireless transmission of data through radio signals, typically for broadband Internet access. Click here to read more.
What is the speed of EVDO network?
Theoretically EVDO Offers 2.4 Mbps with Rev 0 and 3.1 Mbps on Rev A. But it varies on depending on few parameters.
What is CDMA 1x ?
CDMA 1x is the previous version or the older version of EVDO.
What is the speed of CDMA 1x ?
Theoretically CDMA 1x offers 144 Kbps.
What is the difference between CDMA 1x and EVDO?
CDMA 1x is relatively older when compared with EVDO in terms of speed and performance. While CDMA 1x offers 144 Kbps, its successor EVDO offers 2.4+ Mbps.
Can I use a EVDO device to access CDMA 1x network?
Since EVDO devices offers backward compatibility, you can access a CDMA 1x network with EVDO Device.
Can I access EVDO Network with CDMA 1x device?
No, you can’t.
Can I use my ISP’s EVDO / CDMA 1x device to access other ISP’s network?
In India, its not possible at the moment.
Does BSNL EVDO Device uses a R-UIM Card?
No, the device works and can access network without R-UIM card.
Is BSNL EVDO Network available in my city?
Since EVDO is in initial stages, only few parts of India has EVDO coverage and its still under construction and testing process.
Is BSNL EVDO announced officially?
Yes, It is officially announced in few cities but there is no commercial advertisements.
When will BSNL offer EVDO Network?
As soon as BSNL completes establishing EVDO towers and network across India, they will announce it Officially and will start improving its infrastructure.
Will I be able get full speed?
This depends on how far you stay from BSNL’s CDMA Tower, either with EVDO network or CDMA 1x. You will get good speeds if the tower is within 3 - 5 KMs.
How can I find out a tower near my house?
You need to visit your nearest BSNL telephone exchange and make a query.
Where can I buy BSNL EVDO Device?
You can buy the BSNL’s EVDO Device at your local BSNL Telephone Exchange.
Whats the cost of BSNL EVDO Device?
The device costs 3,500 Rs. (May vary +/- few Rs in few regions)
Should I pay 3,500 Rs at the beginning?
Its your wish, BSNL offers two schemes. One is on rental basis and spot purchase. You can either purchase at the beginning or pay monthly as rental. Read this article for more information.
How much should I pay monthly on rental basis?
550 Rs / Month for CDMA 1x
750 Rs / Month for EVDO
How much should I pay monthly on spot purchase of device?
250 Rs / Month
500 Rs / Month
What is the Initial Security Deposit?
1,000 Rs
What is the activation charge?
250 Rs. It will be billed in the first month’s bill.
Is the usage Unlimited?
Yes!
Is there any Hidden Charges?
No! Except taxes.
Who is the BSNL EVDO Device Manufacturer?
ZTE Corporation. The current model is AC8700
How is the network coverage?
Since its in the initial stages, its quite good. But CDMA 1x is available almost everywhere.
Can I access internet while roaming?
No, BSNL hasn’t enabled National Roaming yet. So it is only possible to access internet in the state of purchase.
What is the Download Speeds with EVDO Network?
Theoretically, EVDO Offers 300 KBps. But BSNL’s EVDO network gives 150 - 220 KBps at few cities.
Whats the Download Speeds with CDMA 1x?
15 ~ 18 KBps.
Whats the upload speeds?
Upload speeds are almost the same as download speed in CDMA 1x. And in EVDO its about 100 - 250 Kbps. It depends.
Is it Static IP Address ?
Yes it is a Shared Static IP.
What is Shared IP ?
IP addess between many individuals will be shared simultaneously.
Can I use this device with Windows Vista?
Yes you can.
I’m not able to use the device with Windows Vista
Read this tutorial to get it working.
Can I use this device in Linux?
Yes, you can, read this thread.
Can I use this device in MAC?
Yes, you can. Read this thread.
Last update: 04/08/2008
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BSNL is the first to roll out EVDO Internet in India. The EVDO was launched unofficially back in September 2007 by BSNL and now, after the establishing better EVDO network, BSNL has started to launch officially in most parts of the country. Since it is a very new service, the official information is very little. So we decided to set up a unofficial portal with user-based information and more. So we hope this site helps you to get information regarding BSNL's New EVDO service. A big thanks to 
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