• ISDN is faster than a modem
  Using ISDN, you can connect to DCANet and the Internet at speeds up to 128k. In real world tests, 128k ISDN is about four times faster than access via a 33.6k or 56k modem. Since ISDN is all digital, connections are more reliable and provide faster response time.

• An ISDN line is required
  In order to use ISDN, you must purchase an ISDN line from Bell Atlantic. For more information on Bell Atlantic ISDN line and rate information, see Bell Atlantic's ISDN information page.

• An ISDN terminal adapter or router is required
  In order to use your ISDN line with your computer, you need an ISDN terminal adapter or router.

  DCANet has successfully tested the products below. Please note that other ISDN products may also work with DCANet's ISDN dialup equipment, and because of changes in manufacturing, DCANet cannot guarantee interoperability with any ISDN device.

  • Zyxel Prestige 100 ISDN router
    
  • Bay/Netgear RT328/348 ISDN router
  • Cisco 800 series ISDN routers
  • 3Com Sportster 128k
    Internal ISA card for PC compatibles
  • Netopia ISDN modem
    External serial device for PCs or Macs; also available as an internal card for PC compatibles.

• Allocated time may be used more quickly
  Accounts under the program are allocated either 30 or 360 hours of modem connect time per month. When connecting with 64k ISDN, connect time accrues at the same rate as when connected via modem. With 128k ISDN, however, the connect time increases by a factor of two. For example, a customer with a 360-hour account can connect via 128k ISDN for up to 180 hours per month before additional charges accrue.

For more information about ISDN service under the program, send e-mail to help@dca.net.