Thanks for your response.

The transfer happened just like you said. I was just expecting it earlier iin the day but it happened early evening. Alls good so far with doing setup between modem and router. I'll continue to monitor it.

Support changed my line to another server - which helped with 10 digit numbers. They said they could do nothing about the delay with seven digit numbers, but putting the number sign behind the seven numbers as you suggested helps. Delay usually no more than couple of seconds now if that.
I also asked support about a 7 digit dailing plan that I had read about in forums but the guy basically ignored the question and did not respond to it. But I have teenagers so I'm pretty much used to that. I just have to remember to do the number sign each time since most numbers are 7 digit. I guess its a decent trade-off for the money I'm saving.

Thanks again for your response.