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What is SoGEA Broadband?
You may have heard of SoGEA and might wonder how it’s different from other types of internet connectivity on the market.
We’ll cover everything about SoGEA so you can make an informed decision about whether or not this type of connection is right for you.
SoGEA stands for Single Order Generic Ethernet Access. This type of connection uses your existing copper phone line to connect to the network, but instead of using it for voice calls, it uses it for data.
The advantage of SoGEA is that it is much cheaper to deploy than FTTC since it doesn’t require any new infrastructure.
What’s the difference
between SoGEA and FTTP?
SoGEA is readily available in most places but FTTP is still rolling out nationwide. For speed, FTTP is in a league of its own but limited availabilty.
Fibre to the premises (or FTTP as its known) is a complete fibre connection which comes from the exchange and runs all the way to your premises regardless of whether that is residential or business.
FTTP is not available in as many locations (yet) as what SoGEA is but the rollout of pure fibre connectivity is in full swing so it wont be long before you will have the option of both.
SoGEA does not have the speed that FTTP does with the ability to get speed upto 1Gb compared to up to 330Mb with SoGFAST.
SoGEA is a cost effective broadband solution but if you are in need of more power then (if it’s available) FTTP would win.
Both are easy to install. They’re also cost effective solutions. Each come with the option of using your own router or we can supply one. Both are easy to fix. Also, instead of using a copper phone line for calls, you can now use VoIP (voice over internet protocol).
What speeds are available?
SoGEA will get speeds up to 80Mb whilst SOGfast can hit 330Mb but again, its not available in a lot of locations making SoGEA the best option.
SOGfast fibre broadband is a new technology that offers faster speeds than a SoGEA line. It’s a combination of this and Gfast fibre broadband features.
It’s similar to SoGEA but uses optical fibre cables instead of copper. This means that SOGfast, or SoGEA fibre broadband, can offer faster speeds. The “up to” speeds that are currently available are:
- SoGEA 40Mb/10Mb
- SoGEA 55Mb/10Mb
- SoGEA 80Mb/20Mb
- SOGfast 160Mb/30Mb
- SOGfast 330Mb/50Mb
Both options are ideal for home working or small business. Our availabilty checker will let you know exactly what speeds are available in your area.
What are the benefits of SoGEA?
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Widely Available
There are currently around 28 million properties around the UK that have access to SoGEA and this number is rising all the time.
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Quick Fix
One single order line means instead of two calls you now only have one which leads to a quicker fix due to lack of any phone line.
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More Stable
You will have a download speed of “up to” 80Mb with stability far greater than that of a traditional ADSL product.
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Great Service
No call traffic will give a better overall service. There’ll be less traffic on the line which in turn will lead to fewer interruptions.
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Familiar
Everybody has heard of fibre to the cabinet (FTTC). The good news is that SoGEA uses the exact same technology.
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Alligned
Other areas across the globe already have similar solutions in place. By investing in SoGEA, you’ll be alligning your business.
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Quick Install
No phone line complications to worry about with SoGEA so Openreach claim that installs are now 50% quicker on average!
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Future Proof
The PSTN switch-off is coming in 2025! SoGEA gives your business more opportunity to start embracing VoIP technology.
What is SOGfast?
SOGfast is the faster version of SoGEA utilising fibre but at this moment in time, it has limited availability. If available then you can benefit from some great speeds.
SOGfast (or Single Order Gfast) is as the name suggests, the faster version of SoGEA with the ability to offer you speeds up to 330Mb and because its a fibre broadband only line, no landline is needed.
A special side pod is used on street cabinets which enables speeds to be boosted for certain areas and over short distances. This is what differentiates it from SoGEA as that product can only offer speeds up to 80Mb.
A straightforward order process also helps matters along with quick turnaround times from point of order plus a single appontment delivery with a working connection straight after.
With SOGfast, you will also be future proofing yourself. No matter what your needs in the future, you’ll have it covered with this fibre based service so adding VoIP telephony services will be very straightforward.
SoGEA availability checker
Right now it’s being installed around the country. If it’s available where you live,
you’ll see the speed options appear. Simply follow the instructions below.
Enter your postcode and select “Lookup”Select your address and click “Check Availability”Please wait for your results to show.
SoGEA Pricing
SoGEA 40/10
£35.95 Per Month
- Upto 40Mb Download Speed
- Up to 10Mb Upload Speed
- £65.00 One off install cost
- Router (£99) if needed
- Office hours support
- 12 month contract
SoGEA 80/20£38.95 Per Month
- Up to 80Mb Download Speed.
- Up to 20Mb Upload Speed.
- £65.00 One off install cost.
- Router (additonal cost) if needed.
- Office hours support
- 12 month contract
SOGfast 330/50£64.95 Per Month
- Up to 330Mb Download Speed.
- Up to 50Mb Upload Speed.
- £125.00 One off install cost.
- Router (additonal cost) if needed.
- Office hours support
- 12 month contract
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Leased lines are as simple or as complex as you want them to be. Here are some common questions we get about leased lines, leased line costs, and leased line providers.
Why do I need to change to SoGEA?
Openreach is shutting down to ISDN and PSTN Network in 2025 known in the industry as “The Big Switch Off”. This basically means that any broadband service that runs over a landline will be terminated.
These includes ADSL, ADSL2+ and FTTC. You will then need to switch to a product such as SoGEA.
How long does it take to install SoGEA?
From the point of order, SoGEA is a rapid install unlike leased lines that can take up to 3 months. SoGEA is usually installed in around 5 working days on average but with this been a new product, it can take slightly longer on some occassions.
Do I need a traditional phone line installed to have SoGEA?
No, you don’t need a traditional phone line to have SoGEA. Previously, to deliver broadband to a home or office, you needed to have traditional phone lines installed, and then fibre broadband or ADSL broadband provided as well.
However, with SoGEA broadband, you can use your existing copper phone line for this type of connection. Once you have SoGEA, you’ll enjoy excellent internet speeds and reliable connectivity.
Does SoGEA use copper?
Yes, SoGEA uses copper to connect your premises to the network. This type of connection is also called a ‘copper broadband’ connection. Single order generic ethernet access offers similar connectivity to Fibre to the Cabinet.
However, it allows for a standalone superfast fibre broadband line without the voice service.
Do I need to adopt VoIP?
No, you do not need to adopt VoIP (voice over internet protocol) to have SoGEA. However, if you would like to take advantage of VoIP’s many benefits, such as free phone calls to other VoIP users and free calls to landlines and mobile phones, you will need to sign up for our VoIP service.
We can also transfer your existing phone numbers.
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What makes us stand out from the crowd?
We’re a very unique company in our own right offering what the other companies simply cannot. As you can see from the below, these are just a few of the reasons we are different.Great pricing? It’s just the beginning!
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Bespoke Solutions
We offer completely free, impartial advice and can tailor a solution to whatever you require however complex it may be.
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Support
Our support really is non-stop. From the first contact right the way through your whole journey, we’ll be with you at every step.
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Increased bandwidth
As long as you have the correct bearer in place, you can upgrade your speeds mid-term to a higher amount.
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Us
We pride ourselves on being different and breaking the mould. We are nothing without our customers who mean everything to us.
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Our customers are our obsession! We strive to be the best in the industry for satisfaction. Don’t just take our word for it…
NHS England
“Having had Connect2 provide us with a leased line requirement, I can say that not only am I delighted with the competitive price but also the effective service that they provided.”
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Mitel
“In the carrier world people don’t always deliver what they promise, particularly when servicing a rural area like Monmouthshire. Connect2 are the exception. Following an in-depth technical analysis they have addressed all of our needs, providing a 100Mb internet feed which is now used by over 400 staff for email, web conference hosting, demo facilities and remote working.”
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Tri Computers
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Digital Ink
“As a company that has bought both leased lines and broadband services for over a decade, Digital Ink was more than impressed by the service and support offered by Connect2. Paul Botham has definitely provided solutions at a faster turnaround, lower cost than companies many times larger. He is a great person to deal with and we only wish he was closer so we could take him for a pint!”
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