Netopia R3100 Manual Do Utilizador

This chapter describes how to obtain telco ser vices from your telephone ser vice provider.

This section covers the following topics:

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Note: If you signed up for Netopia’s Up & Running, Guaranteed! program, Netopia will set up an ISDN or leased 
line ser vice with your telephone company, set up Internet ser vices from your ISP, and configure your Netopia 
Router. 

You may still want to read this chapter for information on how to obtain and set up telco ser vices from your 
telephone ser vice provider. 

To obtain an ISDN line:

1.

Find an ISDN ser vice provider 

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see below.

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Choose the type of ISDN line you need 

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Order the ISDN line 

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Note: Worksheets are provided on 

 to simplify the procedure for obtaining an ISDN line.

In Nor th America, local telephone companies typically provide ISDN ser vice. However, in cer tain regions, 
long-distance telephone companies or other vendors may provide ISDN ser vice. If you are unsure of who 
provides ISDN ser vice in your area, contact your local telephone company. For your convenience, Farallon 
provides a list of Nor th American Internet ser vice providers on its World Wide Web site: www.netopia.com.

Outside Nor th America, local telephone companies typically provide ISDN ser vice. 

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Order an ISDN line that suppor ts both data and voice. Some providers charge less for voice provisioning.

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Order an IDSL (ISDN Digital Subscriber Line) for cost savings if you will use a Point to Point copper pair 
("Dr y Line") connection.

The following sections provide items to consider when ordering an ISDN line.