BIZCONNECT (PART I) - GENERAL
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I want to subscribe to the BizConnect 5G Plan. How do I proceed?
Emtel offers BizConnect 5G services in the 5G coverage areas. You may check with your account representative if your location is 5G covered. We welcome you to also check the 5G coverage area where you are planning to use the BizConnect 5G by adding the location on our website at https://www.emtel.com/business
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What are the offers available in BizConnect 5G?
The BizConnect 5G is available only on postpaid.
You can subscribe to our BizConnect 5G base plan which offers up to 200 Mbps download with 20 TB of browsing volume for only Rs 1, 550 Excl VAT.
Top Up options like security camera (indoor & outdoor), wifi extender and Voice are also available. Please refer to https://www.emtel.com/business for more details on the BizConnect 5G plans.
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Does the BizConnect 5G provides committed speed?
All BizConnect 5G offers provide high browsing speed on a best effort basis on the Emtel 5G network. The speed you will achieve will depend on the number of simultaneous users at the specific time of testing.
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What are the benefits of BizConnect 5G?
BizConnect 5G provides a selection of super-fast browsing pack with ‘a la carte’ top up options where customers can build their own plan. BizConnect 5G is a PLUG and PLAY low latency service offering top up speeds which achieves up to 200 Mbps of download speed.
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Is BizConnect 5G a Plug and play service?
Yes, BizConnect 5G service is provided via a 5G Airbox router which is a PLUG and PLAY router. The same router can work as an outdoor unit for coverage enhancement if required.
Set up with Airbox 5G router is super easy. The advanced 5G Modem connects wirelessly to the Emtel 5G mobile network so there are no cables or extra hardware. Just plug it in where you get the strongest 5G signal in your home – as close to a window as possible. A strong signal is indicated by the green light on your modem. The 5G modem will then connect with your devices wirelessly. Follow the simple steps in our 5G modem quick start guide. If you’re still having trouble, please contact us and we will assist you.
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I already have a 4G Airbox Business service. Can I subscribe to BizConnect 5G?
We thank you for being a loyal customer to Emtel 4G Airbox Business service. Indeed you can subscribe to Emtel BizConnect 5G anytime. We welcome you to check the 5G coverage area by adding your location where you are planning to take the BizConnect 5G service on our website on https://www.emtel.com/. You can as well build your own BizConnect 5G plan and register your interest for our exciting plans. Your Account representative can also assist you in this migration from Airbox Business to BizConnect 5G.
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What are the other fees associated with BizConnect 5G postpaid?
An upfront fee of Rs 3, 500 (VAT Exclusive) is applicable upon time of subscription.
The contract term for the subscription is minimum 1 year.
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Can I opt for a speed/volume upgrade only for 1 month?
Our BizConnect 5G offers are available for a minimum contract term of 1 year.
In case you are opting for the upgrade in the middle of the month, the price and the volume offered shall be on a prorated basis. Temporary upgrades are not available.
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Is Fair Usage policy applicable on BizConnect 5G?
Yes, Fair usage policy shall be applicable in all Airbox 5G plans. After completion of allocated volume of the BizConnect 5G plan, speed will be capped to 5Mbps Upload for all offers and 10 Mbps, 20 Mbps and 30Mbps for 50 Mbps, 100 Mbps and 200 Mbps respectively.
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How many power sockets are required to install the BizConnect equipment at my house?
One electrical socket, with a good earth, will be necessary to connect the BizConnect modem.
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Do you have a warranty on the BizConnect 5G Modem?
The 5G Modem is the property of Emtel Ltd and incase of faulty equipment, we shall replace with another one free of charge, provided that you do not lose, damage or tamper with it. If you lose, damage, or tamper with the equipment, then you will be charged the commercial value of that equipment.
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Do you have a warranty on the Cameras, fixed Phones and Wifi Extenders?
These equipment will have a warranty of 12 Months. Incase of faulty equipment, we shall replace with another one free of charge, provided that you do not lose, damage or tamper with it. If you lose, damage, or tamper with the equipment, then you will be charged the commercial value of that equipment.
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Is the telephone number provided with my BizConnect considered as a fixed telephone line?
Yes. It is a fixed wireless phone line. To note, the phone is offered as a Top Up only.
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Does the fixed phone provided have to be installed close to the BizConnect modem?
No, you can install the phone any place you have a good coverage. Note, the phone works on 2G and 3G mobile network only and is not dependent on the 5G BizConnect modem.
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Can I make calls while being connected to Internet at the same time?
Yes, you can use both services simultaneously as they are independent of each other.
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Is the BizConnect equipment surge protected?
No. The equipment is not surge protected. We advise you to use a good earth and ensure that your equipment is always connected through certified multiplugs or power sockets to prevent any damage.
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Whose responsibility is it if I have a power surge and the modem is damaged?
We strongly advise you to always power the BizConnect through certified power sockets or certified electrical extension cards. Emtel will not be held responsible for damage caused due to a power surge.
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Do you sell power surge?
Unfortunately we do not sell any. You can find them at the most recognised IT hardware stores selling certified electrical accessories.
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Will the BizConnect modem provide Wi-Fi?
Yes. The modem provides Wi-Fi.
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Can the Wi-Fi coverage be extended?
Yes, it can be done using wired or wireless certified Wi-Fi extenders. Emtel Offers Wifi Extender that can be purchased as an add-on.
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Can I receive TV via this modem?
The BizConnect service offers high speed unlimited internet and a voice service. No TV services for the time being.
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There is no 5G coverage in my region, is there any other plan I can subscribe to?
In case there is no 5G coverage, we also have a 4G plan on 30Mbps at Rs 1,150 (VAT EXC). You may subscribe to same.
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I have Airbox Business 4G and I want to migrate to 5G. Do I have to pay full upfront fee and one-month advance?
Yes, full upfront fee has to be paid for all new BizConnect 5G customers and one-month advance payment. You will be refunded the pro-rated amount for the Airbox Business 4G.
BIZCONNECT (PART II) - PLANS/BILLING
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When will I receive my bills and what are the rates?
Bills are issued at the beginning of each month and will be sent through the post or e-bills generated will be sent through mail. Each bill will include your Minimum Monthly Subscription Fee and any extra charges eventually applicable for the voice service, which are not included in your bundle.
Your first bill will include:
- on a pro-rata basis, the number of days of service consumed during the month of subscription
- the current month of service
- one month subscription fee in advance
Any additional chargeable calls done through your BizConnect voice service (during the month of subscription)
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What happens if I don’t pay my bills on time?
As all bills are issued on the same date each month, we request that Customers settle their bills by the Due Date, which will also remain the same every month. If you do not settle the outstanding balance on your current service by the Due Date, a Late Payment Charge (LPC) of 10% of the outstanding amount will be applicable.
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What is the password of my BizConnect and where can I find it? Can I change it?
Your Wi-Fi name and password is printed on your BIZCONNECT modem. You can change the WIFI name and password by login on the modem through a browser with IP 192.168.1.1. The Login credentials is printed on your BIZCONNECT modem.
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How much do I have to pay over and above the unlimited free calls for the 301 pack? What are the costs for calling a mobile phone or another country?
Over and above the free calls, you will be charged Rs 0.60/minute for calls towards all Local Fixed Lines. Calls towards Local Mobile Lines are charged at Rs 1.45/min. Rates for international long distance calls (ILD) can be viewed on www.emtel.com
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Do you supply an email address with the BizConnect service?
Not for now but it may be eventually possible in the future.
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I am relocating to a new place, can you move my installation to my new location? How much do I have to pay for this service? What happens to the 1 year engagement if I don’t have the service at my new place? Will I still get internet?
The BizConnect 5G is plug and play and you can relocate it to your new location by yourself. In case of outdoor installation, installation fees will be charged.
If you do not have 5G at your new location, you can still use the 4G if you want.
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What happens to the 1 year Minimum Subscription Period, if I don’t have the service at my new place?
A proof of relocation will have to be submitted. If your new place is not covered by the service, Emtel will cancel your subscription at no cost. Or, you may opt for the BizConnect 4G offer at 30 Mbps.
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Is there any convenient method of payment for the BizConnect service?
Yes, Direct Debit is available. Our sales people will be honoured to guide you through the registration process. You may also use blink for payment of bills.
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You have charged me more than my Minimum Monthly Subscription Fee. Why?
It may happen, in any given month, for the following reasons:
- It is the 1st bill you are receiving. As your service has been activated during the previous month, you have exceptionally, on this 1st bill, been charged for the days of service during the installation month, and also your monthly Minimum Subscription Fee, which is payable, in advance, every month.
- You have consumed other Emtel services, which aren’t included in your Minimum Monthly Subscription Fee. For ex:
- Calls made towards International numbers
- Premium numbers and
- Mobile phone numbers
- On-Site Visits for Repairs, Replacements or Relocations of any Equipment may have incurred a cost to you, and as a result, same have been added to your Bill.
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What happens if I want to stop the service during that Minimum Subscription Period?
In case you wish to cancel your subscription prior to the end of the Minimum Subscription Period:
- an Early Termination Charge (ETC) fee will apply
- the ETC amounts to your current package’s Monthly Subscription fee, multiplied by the number of remaining months, in the current Subscription Period
ETC is not payable by the Subscriber if Emtel cannot provide the Service due to network coverage issues
Late Payment Charges (LPC) will apply in case you do not pay any or all balance owed to Emtel by the due date. LPC is equal to 10% of the outstanding balance owed.
In case of Loss, Damage, Robbery, or Tampering of any Emtel Equipment on your premises, the following replacement charges will apply.
- Modem Replacement – Rs 11,999 (VAT incl)
Phones, cameras and wifi extenders shall become the property of the customer after 1 year rental. Incase cancellation of the service, the customer shall pay the device rental for the remaining months
BIZCONNECT (PART III) - TROUBLESHOOTING
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If I have an issue with my BizConnect service, how quickly will the problem be resolved?
The time taken will depend on the type and complexity of the issue you are experiencing. While we will try to resolve, most issues, remotely, at the first call.
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I am not getting Wi-Fi? My modem is on, but the Wi-Fi LED is not lighting up?
Reboot the modem and verify if the issue has been resolved, In case not, please call our Dedicated Customer Service Team on 8970 to report the fault and receive prompt assistance.
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I am not getting Wi-Fi? All Led on the modem is on.
Reboot the modem and try again. If not ok, try switch off/on your wifi on your laptop/Mobile and connect again. Please try connecting through cable and try again if still not working. Incase not ok, Please call our Dedicated Customer Service Team on 8970 to report the fault and receive prompt assistance.
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I have Wi-Fi access on my PC, but the modem is refusing to connect to my smartphone. I am sure that I am typing the correct password?
Please check if you are selecting the correct SSID (name of your Modem). Enable the option to show the password, then enter the right password, when requested on your smartphone.
If not working, please switch off and ON again, your smartphone, and repeat the operation.
If you are connected by Wi-Fi, check if the Wireless LED light is Green, then check if you are selecting the correct SSID (printed under your Modem). If the SSID and password are correct (No Incorrect password notification) and still no internet access, try a different Wi-Fi enabled device. If it still does not work, turn off the modem and ON again.
Wait for 1 min and then try to connect your smartphone to your modem again. If it still does not work and no Access List has been configured on the modem, try on a different Wi-Fi enabled device. If still no luck, try connecting a device using an Ethernet cable over any of the 4 Ethernet ports on the modem and test again. Lastly if the same issue persists, locate the reset button at the back of the modem and press over 5 seconds to get the default settings of the modem loaded. Test again after 3 minutes, if it still does not work, call our dedicated customer service team on 8970 to report the fault.
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I had connection to the internet for a few minutes and then I got an “IP Address Conflict” message?
Let’s try to understand what happened. Power off the device on which you received the “IP Address Conflict” message and turn it back on and try again. If you are still experiencing the same message, please turn off the modem and on again, wait for 1 min and try again. Lastly if still getting the same message, please locate the reset button, at the back of the modem, and press over it for 5 seconds continuously, to get the default settings, of the modem, loaded. Test again after 3mins. If the message persists, please call our Dedicated Customer Service Team, on 8970 to report the fault and receive the appropriate assistance.
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I have connection to the Internet, but not having access to this particular site (www.abc.xyz)?
Did you have access to this site before on this same internet connection, or another one? Is this a website you usually use at your workplace? Is it an internal website on your workplace network or shared over the internet? If it is a website specifically used on your workplace network, kindly check with the Company’s network administrator or IT Manager, for accessibility to the website, from a public network.
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I am connected to the Internet, but my emails are not downloading?
Please contact your email service provider, for assistance.
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My Company tells me that I need to disable proxy, to be able to get access to internet. How do I do that?
For this issue you need to see with your company’s network administrator or IT Manager, to help you on this specific challenge.
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My Internet connection is erratic. It is disconnecting every now and then?
First power down the device on which you are accessing the internet and back on again and test. If that does not solve the issue, check if the modem is powered on correctly (The power adapter is not loose in the electrical socket nor the other end entering the modem).
If still erratic, change to a different Ethernet port on the Modem, if still does not work, turn off the modem and on again, wait for 1 min and try again. If still if does not work, try on a different device over Ethernet cable. Lastly if still with the same issue, locate the reset button at the back of the modem and press over 5 seconds to get the default settings of the modem loaded. Test again after 3 minutes, if still it does not work, call our dedicated customer service team on 8970 to report the fault.
If you are connected over WiFi, Check if the Wireless LED is Green, Then check if you are selecting the correct SSID (As printed on the Quick Installation Guide, Cable modem box and under the cable modem), If the SSID and password is correct (No Incorrect password notification) and still no internet access, try on a different WiFi enabled device. If still does not work, turn off the modem and on again, wait for 1 min and try again.
If still if does not work, try on a different WiFi enabled device. If still no luck, try connecting a device using an Ethernet cable over Lan port on the modem and test again. Lastly if still with the same issue, locate the reset button at the back of the modem and press over 5 seconds to get the default settings of the modem loaded. Test again after 3 minutes, if still it does not work, call our dedicated customer service team on ‘8970’ to report the fault.
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I am not getting the speed which I initially purchased from EMTEL?
Open your Internet Browser, go to speedtest.net, select server “Emtel” for a local test and “Ealing-UK” for an international test and check your speeds. Should you wish to check the speed from your portable devices, kindly note that some applications are available on the different OS stores.
Service offered is on a best-effort basis and you can enjoy speed up to the subscribed package, up to 200 Mbps on 5G, or 30Mbps on 4G.
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I hear a strange sound near the modem / I have a strange smell near the modem, my modem is burning hot, what do I do?
Please turn off the modem immediately. The modem should usually not emit any sound. Please try to locate the source of the sound. Kindly read the Self Help Guide, for the Safety Instructions.
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My pet has eaten my power cable; my kid has broken the modem, what do I do?
Please call our Dedicated Customer Service team on 8970 to report the incident. A team will then visit your premises to assess the damage, replace any faulty components, and you will be billed, if appropriate, for the replacement of the damaged components.
Terminology & Glossary
Please find below some commonly used phrases or abbreviations relating to your role at Emtel.
ADSL – Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line – a method of transmitting high speed data and voice simultaneously over a copper phone line.
BTS – Base Transceiver Station is a piece of equipment that facilitates wireless communication between user equipment (BIZCONNECT)) and a network (Emtel).
DB – Decibel - Unit of measurement of the loudness (intensity) of a sound or the strength of a signal, computed as the signal to noise ratio
BROWSER - a computer program with a graphical user interface for displaying HTML files, used to navigate the World Wide Web (www). Examples are Microsoft Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Google Chrome.
COOKIES: is a small piece of data sent from a website and stored in a user's web browser while the user is browsing that website. Every time the user loads the website, the browser sends the cookie back to the server to notify the website of the user's previous activity.
DOWNSTREAM - Data transfer from the Internet to the user, also known as "Download"
FO – Fibre Optic - The use of thin flexible fibres of glass or other transparent solids to transmit light signals, chiefly for telecommunications or for internal inspection of the body.
FTTH – Fibre to the Home – a generic term for any broadband network architecture which deploys optical fiber all the way to the relevant end-user premise
FTTB – Fibre to the Building – same as above
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions by customers
FIREWALL: is a network security system that controls the incoming and outgoing network traffic based on an applied rule set. .
GB – Gigabyte - is the unit of measurement used to indicate, among others, the volume of data you can transfer (mails, web pages,music, movie files). It includes your download and upload data
IP - Internet Protocol - method that computers use to communicate over the internet
IP ADDRESS - is a numerical label assigned to each device, (e.g., computer, printer, modem), participating in a computer network that uses the Internet Protocol for communication.
ISP - Internet Services Provider – A Company providing internet services
LAN – Local Area Network
LATENCY - Network latency is an expression of how much time it takes for a packet of data to get from one designated point to another. Most often measured through PING tests / Check OOKLA
LOS – Line of Sight
MAC ADDRESS - Media Access Control – is a unique identifier assigned to network interfaces for communications on the physical network segment.
Mbps - Megabits per Second – It is used to measure data transfer speeds of high bandwidth connections, such as Ethernet and cable modems.
MODEM - (modulator-demodulator) is a device that modulates signals to encode digital information and demodulates signals to decode the transmitted information
POA – Proof of Address
POTS - Plain Old Telephone Service. Fixed Phone Line service.
PVN – Private Virtual Network
TRANSCEIVER -is a device comprising both a transmitter and a receiver which are combined and share common circuitry or a single housing
VoIP – Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is a methodology and group of technologies for the delivery of voice communications and multimedia sessions over Internet Protocol (IP) networks, such as the Internet
VPN – Virtual Private Network
SECTOR - A sector antenna refers to a type of directional microwave antenna with a sector-shaped radiation pattern. Our Base stations have numerous sectors to broadcast the BIZCONNECT service.
SSID – Service set identifier (Wi-Fi) is the technical term for a network name. When you set up a wireless home network, you give it a name to distinguish it from other networks in your neighborhood. You'll see this name when you connect your computer to your wireless network.
Upstream – US - Data transfer from the user to the Internet, also known as "Upload"
Wi-Fi – a facility allowing computers, smartphones, or other devices to connect to the Internet or communicate with one another wirelessly within a particular area.
WPA2 – PSK - Abbreviation for Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 - Pre-Shared Key. Wi-Fi Password.