> Hmm, it seems to do everything on my wish list Brian just I can't see
> mention of the direct connect thing via the first Ethernet port (but I
> guess you have one so know that's how it works)?

It does that for sure. I have the 7170 (=7140 + ISDN) and using that
configuration.

> Do we know 'Fritz' .. have they been about long?
> I didn't spot any support options on their web site, firmware updates
> / manuals etc?
> http://www.fritzbox.eu/

Their main website is www.avm.de (also in English)