Chapter 2 - Setting Up Internet Services; Finding An Internet Service Provider; Deciding On An Isp Account; Obtaining Information From The Isp - Netopia R5000 User Reference Manual

This chapter describes how to obtain and set up Internet services.
This section covers the following topics:
"Finding an Internet service provider" on page 2-1
"Deciding on an ISP account" on page 2-2
"Obtaining information from the ISP" on page 2-3
Note: Some companies act as their own ISP. For example, some organizations have branch offices that can
use the Netopia R5000 Series to access the Internet via the main office. If you install the Netopia R5000
Series in this type of environment, refer to the following sections for specific information you must receive from
the network administrator to configure the Netopia R5000 Series properly.
Internet access is available from Internet service providers (ISPs). Typically, there are several ISPs in each
area. To locate ISPs in your area, consult your telephone book, local computer magazines, the business section
of a local newspaper, or the following URL on the Internet: 'http://www.thelist.com'. Also see Netopia's home
page at 'http://www.netopia.com' for a list of special programs and promotions for Netopia customers.
If your area has more than one ISP, the following considerations may help you decide which ISP is best suited
for your requirements.
Use an ISP that provides Internet access through a digital line.
Digital line access combinations
Type of Service
DDS/ADN
T1
E1
Data Rate Speed
• 56 - 64 kbps
• 56 kbps - 1.544 mbps (Fractional T1)
• 1.544 mbps (T1)
• 64 kbps - 2.0 mbps
Setting Up Internet Services 2-1
Datalink Protocol
PPP, HDLC, Frame Relay
PPP, HDLC, Frame Relay
PPP, HDLC, Frame Relay