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How to connect 3G USB Modem to D-Link DSL-2640T

aba9785 — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:06:59 +0800

I just signed up for Digi Broadband and they give me a 3G USB modem.
Everything is fine except I wish to share 3G Internet with multiple users in my home, I am wondering if I can plug the USB modem to my D-Link DSL-2640T and share 3G Internet?

If that is possible, how can I configure my D-Link router?

If that is not possible, does it mean I need to get a 3G router like CNet 3G HSDPA Mobile Router 54Mbps Wireless-G (CWR-635M) or Aztech HW550-3G WIRELESS-N 3G ROUTER?

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Sony Alpha 900

aba9785 — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 09:04:23 +0800

Sony Unveils First Full-Frame Alpha DSLR Model

Key features

* 24.6 MP 35mm format full-frame CMOS sensor (highest res in class)
* SteadyShot INSIDE full frame image sensor shift stabilization (world first)
* High Speed Dual Bionz processors
* Eye-level glass Penta-prism OVF, 100% coverage, 0.74x magnification
* 9 point AF with 10 assist points, center dual-cross AF w/2.8 sensor
* 5 frames per second burst, newly developed mirror box
* Intelligent Preview Function
* 3 User programmable custom memory modes on mode dial
* Advanced Dynamic Range Optimizer (5 step selectable)
* 40 segment honeycomb metering
* 3.0" 921K pixel Photo Quality (270 dpi) LCD display, 100% coverage
* Direct HDMI output
* ISO 200-3200 (ISO 100-6400 expanded range)
* User interchangeable focusing screens (3 options)
* CF Type I/II and MS slots, LI-ION battery, STAMINA 880 shots
* Weight 850g (without battery, card, accs)
* New Image Data Converter SR software (includes vignetting control)
* New Vertical Grip
* Supplied with wireless remote control
* Magnesium Alloy body and rubber seals for dust and moisture resistance
* AF micro adjustment
* $2999.99 body price; available late October 2008

read more about it here
http://www.dpreview.com/previews/SonyDSLRA900/

Dilemma

aba9785 — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 10:08:26 +0800

Dilemma
Let's say that I got a limited budget of RM4500 for SLR, and then there is this 3 choice from 3 different brands. Was having a hard time to decide which one to get.

For around RM4500, I can get either one of this three.
1. Nikon D80 body + Tamron 17-50 f2.8
2. Pentax K10D kit (smc-DA 18-55mm F3.5 - 5.6 AL) + AF 360FGZ Flash
3. Canon 40D kit (EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6)

Since I am going into indoor studio, street photography (day and night time) and landscape, I might require portable lighting (that's why Nikon CLS is a clear winner here). Preferable if got weatherproof body (Pentax K10d is a winner here, no planning to get 2nd equipment, so D200 is temporary out). Love prime lens with Nikon/Canon having the range that I wanted. Not really in Macro or Manual Focus at the moment.

Each of them got their pros and cons; I just can't make up my mind.

D80 Pros
- CLS (one of the reason I am getting SLR in the first place)
- Amazing lens selection got the entire lens that I wanted. (Wish list)
- Better handling among the 3 DSLRs

D80 Cons
- The oldest among the 3 DSLRs
- No in body IS (vs. Pentax K10D, don't really care about the dust reduction thing for now)
- Premium priced and almost reaching end of life

K10D Pros
- Weather proof body (I would love to have this)
- In body IS (they claim up to 3/4 stop but I doubt it is only 2/3 stop)
- The lens is much cheaper among the 3 brand.

K10D Cons
- Hard to find lens as not much shop selling lens in Malaysia
- Not much people using it, not so common
- No CLS equivalent

40D Pros
- The newest among the all DSLRs
- Kit lens with IS (good for a noob like me)
- Semi Pro DSLR body, some weather proof sealing in the body.
- Better specification among the 3 DSLRs, eg: fastest AF around (if ignoring Olympus E3)
- And LIVE VIEW!!!

40D Cons
- Canon concentrate too much on technology and not how to make better tool/equipment for photographer. Always play pricing war; which the value will depreciate faster.
- No CLS equivalent

Any advice for me?

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Inferior Photo Gallery by aba9785

aba9785 — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 08:20:06 +0800

Week 1
All the newbie photo, snap this after I got my DC from Vladimir.
Comments and critics are welcome as I know I need to improve before I even dare to join 'sifus' here for a photo shooting session.