FAQs >> Roaming Dial-up
Q1. Can a Tata Indicom Broadband subscriber avail Dial up services on the same account?
Ans.: Yes. Tata Indicom Broadband brings you the unique flexibility that allows you Dial-up access on the same broadband account.
Q2. How can I activate Dial up on my Tata Indicom Broadband account?
Ans.: Your Dial up service automatically gets activated when you register for the broadband service. In case the dial up service is not activated by default, you need to activate the same. For activation of dial up service go to the website/My Account/My Services and choose Dial up activation. The password for accessing the Dial up service is same as the broadband access password.
Q3. How do I start using the Dial up service?
Ans.: Once you have activated the Dial up service (if not already default activated), you need to download the Tata Indicom Internet dialer. Click here to download
After downloading the dialer you can start using the same for accessing the Internet.
Q4. Can I deactivate the Dial up service?
Ans.: No. Once you have activated Dial up you cannot deactivate the dial up service. Your dial up service will be deactivated at the time of deactivation of broadband service.
Q5. What will I be charged for the Dial up service?
Ans.: You will be charged at the flat rate of Rs 8/- per hour for Internet access (service tax extra). Telephone charges for the Internet sessions would be as per the applicable rates of the Basic Telephone Service Provider.
Q6. How will I be billed for the Dial up usage?
Ans.: You will be billed for Dial up usage in your Tata Indicom Broadband Monthly bill. The charges will be indicated under “Value Added Services” within the “Current charges” section in the bill.
Q7. If I use Dial up for 30 minutes, how much will I be billed for the same?
Ans.: Tata Indicom rates your dial up usage on a per second basis so that you pay only for the amount of usage incurred. Hence, if you use dial up for 30 minutes, you will be billed Rs 4 as Dial up usage charges. (service tax extra). Telephone charges for the Internet session would be as per the applicable rates of the Basic Telephone Service Provider.
Q8. When do I use the Dial up service?
Ans.: The Dial Up service is useful when you are traveling to another city and want to access Internet using your Tata Indicom Broadband User ID. You can avail of the National Roaming feature using Dial Up. You can use our Dial up service across more than 200 towns in India. To view the details of the location wise access numbers kindly click here.
Q9. What is the speed that one gets after logging on to the Dial up service?
Ans.:The maximum connection speed is 56 kbps. However, your speed will depend on the Service provider of your telephone line.
Q10. Are your access numbers, for getting connected to the Dial up Internet service , toll free?
Ans.: No, to connect to the internet you need a local landline access and the rate will be as applicable. Please contact your basic service provider for the charges.
Q11. What are the preferred System requirements to be able to use Dial up service?
Ans.: The preferred system requirements are -
• Pentium grade PC
• Windows 95/98/2000/Windows NT/XP
• 32MB RAM
• Colour monitor with 16-bit colour display
• 28 kbps Modem
• 24X CD-ROM drive
• 15 MB of free hard disk space Additional requirement for Net Telephony: PC Sound card
• Headset/speakers
• Microphone
Q12. Can I connect to your Dial up Internet Service using my Wireless WLL phone provided by MTNL/BSNL/TTSL?
Ans.: Technically yes, however you need to check with your operator as to whether they allow the connectivity.
Q13. What do I do if I forget my Dial up Internet password?
Ans.: If you forget the Dial up Internet password you can answer the secret question configured by you. If you have forgotten the answer to your secret question call the Customer Service number in your city.
Please note that since your Dial up & Broadband passwords are same, you will also not be able to access Broadband if you have forgotten the password.
Q14. What is Crakblok?
Ans.: Crakblok is a smart authentication system in which the User Name and Password are matched with the telephone number from which you dial into Dial up Internet Service. This way, it presents a fool-proof system to safeguard your account from hackers, even if your User Name and Password is known by others.
Q15. How can I subscribe to Crakblok?
Ans.: You can subscribe to Crakblok by going to the logging on to My Account/My Services/Crakblok. You need to click on activate and then follow the necessary steps to activate Crakblok.
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