Cannot connect Laptop analogue modem with ISP through Microfilter

My other half's work laptop must connect to her firm's ISP using an
analogue modem. Now that I have a microfilter for ADSL, the connection
speed is either poor or non-existent.

I recall having to contact BT in the past to 'increase the gain' on
the line to improve reception - will this work or is there another way
to get a old fashion modem to co-exist with ADSL?

All suggestions gratefully received!

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On 7 Nov 2003, mfs1011 wrote:

> My other half's work laptop must connect to her firm's ISP using an
> analogue modem. Now that I have a microfilter for ADSL, the connection
> speed is either poor or non-existent.
>
> I recall having to contact BT in the past to 'increase the gain' on
> the line to improve reception - will this work or is there another way
> to get a old fashion modem to co-exist with ADSL?

You should be able to use an analogue modem on the phone line with ADSL on
it.

Some microfilters are better than others. It may be that yours is not very
good.

If that's not the cause then it may be necessary to get BT to check the
line.

Another alternative is for your other half to ask at work whether there is
scope to use a VPN connection instead of dialling in. This will save the
company money and should allow for her to enjoy a better connection.

Jason Clifford
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