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What is ISDN?
- Is special cabling required
for ISDN?
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- What do I need in order to use
ISDN?
- What are the benefits of
ISDN?
- How fast is ISDN compared to
analog modems, DSL and Cable?
- Will Monster
ISP configure my modem/router for me?
- What type of ISDN equipment
should on buy?
- Where is ISDN internet
access available?
- How much does ISDN internet
access cost?
- Is there a
monthly time
limitation?
- Do you support 2-B (128Kbps)
connections?
- What is Multilink PPP?
- What is dynamic bandwidth
allocation?
- Where do I order ISDN access?
What is ISDN?
ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) is a digital telephone service
that provides fast accurate data transmission over existing telephone
wiring.
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Is special cabling required for ISDN?
No. ISDN line is provided over existing copper wires used in standard
telephone connection, however, your local phone
company must setup your line and put in a special jack.
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Can one use existing analog modem with ISDN?
No. Internet access over ISDN line
requires the user need to have terminal adaptor, router or ISDN modem.
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What do I need in order to use ISDN?
1. In order to use ISDN you must have an ISDN line setup and
installed by your local phone company. Although ISDN uses your existing
wiring, the phone company must set up the line and a special jack must be
installed.
2. Once you have you line set up you must purchase and ISDN modem
or router. This can be purchased from a store like CompUSA.
3. After having your line installed and purchasing your ISDN
modem or router you are ready to set up your account with us for a
connection to the Internet. Simply search for the type of connection you
want, 64k single channel or 128k dual channel on our
access number search page and continue through with the signup process
to activate your account. Your account will be ready to use immediately upon
activation.
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What are the benefits of ISDN?
Quite simply, speed. ISDN offers upload and download speeds at up to 128kbs,
and because you have a digital connection, dropped calls are almost
non-existent.
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How fast is ISDN compared to analog modems, DSL and Cable?
The speed of transmission using a regular telephone line and standard V.34
modem is generally 28.8 Kbps ,with ISDN line the line speed can go as high
as 128 kbps with out compression...almost 4 times faster; however, DSL and
Cable are still 2-4x faster than ISDN.
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Will Monster ISP configure my modem/router for me?
While we try to provide the highest level of customer service, we do not
provide ISDN modem or router configuration services. We will provide you
with all of the information you need from us to connect to our service. If
you are new to ISDN and have a limited knowledge of modems and/or routers,
we recommend that you have someone with a technical background handle your
configuration and setup.
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What type of ISDN equipment should on buy?
There are many types of modems and routers that support ISDN. Depending upon
your specific application (single computer, network, etc.), the decision as
to what is best for you should be made by someone with technical knowledge
in Internet connectivity. Most single computer users will do just fine with
a 3com terminal adapter. Network applications my require specific equipment
depending upon your needs.
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Where is ISDN internet access available?
Our ISDN internet access is available nationwide. You will need to perform a
search to check for a local access
number in your area.
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How much does ISDN internet access cost?
There are generally three costs involved in ISDN access: your local phone
company's charge to install and setup the line (a one-time fee), a monthly
line usage charge from your local phone company (contact them for details),
and a monthly service provider charge (Monster ISP) - $23.95 a month.
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Is there a monthly time limitation?
Our regular pricing is $23.95 for
200 HOURS of month by month 128K 2-B ISDN access for all MegaPop access
numbers. If you would like to purchase unlimited access please
call 1-800-567-1778, our pricing is $67.95 per month for
UNLIMITED ACCESS.
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Do you support 2-B (128Kbps) connections?
Yes. You will need to setup your equipment configuration for a 2-B
connection. Your ability to use 2-B channel simultaneously is dependent on
type of ISDN terminal adapter you have purchased.
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What is Multilink PPP?
The Multilink point to point (MPP) bundles multiple B channels for data
rates over 64 Kbps. It allows dynamic bandwidth allocation. We support the
Multilink PPP protocol.
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What is dynamic bandwidth allocation?
Dynamic bandwidth allocation is the ability for a device to drop and add
channels as needed. True dynamic bandwidth would allow a terminal adapter to
allocate a second channel if the load on the first one becomes too heavy.
Using dynamic bandwidth allocation is also helpful in reducing the number of
hours used monthly overall. We recommend this to our 128k dual channel users
to minimize their usage.
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