Setting Up Internet Services 2-1CCCChhhhaaaapppptttteeeerrrr 2222SSSSeeeettttttttiiiinnnngggg UUUUpppp IIIInnnntttteeeerrrrnnnneeeetttt SSSSeeeerrrrvvvviiiicccceeeessssThis 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 2-3Note: Some companies act as their own ISP. For example, some organizations have branch offices that canuse the Netopia R7100 to access the Internet via the main office in a point-to-point scenario. If you install theNetopia R7100 in this type of environment, refer to the following sections for specific information you mustreceive from the network administrator to configure the Netopia R7100 properly.Finding an Internet service providerThe Netopia R7100 SDSL Router provides its high speed symmetric (two-way) digital connection to the Internetthrough a Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (CLEC) -- a type of mini phone company. The CLEC uses acompatible type of switching equipment known as a Digital Subscriber Line Access Multiplexer (DSLAM). TheDSLAM that you connect to with your Netopia Router must be capable of handling these symmetric connections.In determining which Internet Service Provider to establish your account with, you must be sure that your ISPsupports connections via a CLEC with a compatible DSLAM, the Copper Mountain Networks CopperEdge™central office equipment.If you have purchased your Netopia Router through a Netopia ISP partner, you can be sure that an account thatsupports SDSL connections will be available.If your area has more than one ISP, the following considerations will help you decide which ISP is best suited foryour requirements.Use an ISP that provides Internet access through a Symmetric Digital Subscriber Line (SDSL) and that supportsthe Netopia Router with SDSL. If you would like to use an ISP that you already have a relationship with but thatis not familiar with the Netopia Router with SDSL, call us at 1-800-NETOPIA. Our representative can call your ISPand introduce them to the product. If necessary, we will provide them with the technical background they needto support the product.
