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By matthewmiller February 21, 2008, 1:16 PM PST

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T-Mobile HotSpot @Home Talk Forever Home retail package

T-Mobile HotSpot @Home Talk Forever Home retail package

By Matthew Miller

T-Mobile may not have a 3G data network, but they are on the cutting edge with helping people ditch their home phones and use VoIP services. The latest service allows you to use your standard home cordless phone with a new T-Mobile line. The service does require a new special modem, available for US$50 with 2-year commitment.

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Back of the retail package

Back of the retail package

The back of the retail package shows the ports on the router in clear colored detail.

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911 notice on outside of inner white box

911 notice on outside of inner white box

There is a plain and simple 911 notice on the inner package that makes sure you call and register your address for 911 service.

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Inner contents of retail packaging

Inner contents of retail packaging

You will find a CD, setup guide, A/C adapter, ethernet cable, SIM card, and the router in the retail package.

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Manual, setup guide and SIM card

Manual, setup guide and SIM card

There are a couple of documents included in the package, along with your new SIM card.

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Cables and vertical stand

Cables and vertical stand

You get an ethernet cable, A/C adapter, and a vertical stand in the box.

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Front of setup guide

Front of setup guide

The setup guide walks you through the process of setting up the router in a very simple step-by-step method.

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Back of the setup guide

Back of the setup guide

The back has details on finalizing the setup and using your phone with the new service.

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Voice mail feature explanation

Voice mail feature explanation

Your home voice mail is the same as a mobile phone system, but I personally wish there were a few more features for your home phone.

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Vertical stand bracket

Vertical stand bracket

This sturdy stand is used to mount the router vertically.

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T-Mobile router

T-Mobile router

The Linksys/Cisco router is optimized for vertical mounting.

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Extending the antenna

Extending the antenna

The antenna is shipped in a stored position, but should be flipped up for optimal signal strength.

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Wireless security key button

Wireless security key button

T-Mobile has this same security key button on the Talk Forever and HotSpot @Home Mobile routers.

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More front indicator lights

More front indicator lights

Ethernet connection lights and the power light appear, along with the HotSpot @Home logo and branding.

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Ethernet ports

Ethernet ports

You can connect up to 4 wired devices to your router. I have my Mirra backup drive and Slingbox connected to my router.

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Internet ethernet port

Internet ethernet port

The top port is for connecting your ethernet port to your router.

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View of the entire router back

View of the entire router back

In this shot you can see the entire arrangement of ports on the back of the router.

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SIM card cover

SIM card cover

This cover on the back of the router protects the two SIM card slots.

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Two SIM card slots

Two SIM card slots

You can activate two lines with this router and service. You need to make sure you plug your phone into the same port as the SIM card, but selecting 1 or 2 does not matter.

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Inserting the SIM

Inserting the SIM

You simply insert your SIM and then lock it into place to get started.

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HotSpot @Home logo

HotSpot @Home logo

The logo is branded on the device.

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Front Linksys branding

Front Linksys branding

There is some Linksys/Cisco branding on the front where the router rests in the vertical stand.

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CD contents

CD contents

You will find the Quick Setup Guide, manual, and FAQ on the CD. The Windows PC setup wizard is also included.

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Router hooked up to my system

Router hooked up to my system

Here are the cables I have connected at this time.

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Indicator lights in action

Indicator lights in action

Most of the lights are green glowing or flashing lights on the front of the device.

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No phone action

No phone action

At first my SIM was not activated so there were no lights for either phone.

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Lovely blue LED

Lovely blue LED

The glowing blue LED over a phone indicator means you have an active SIM. The light will actually blink when there is voicemail in the system.

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