Netopia R2121 - Manual (Page 225)

Setting Up Internet Services B-1
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This chapter describes how to obtain and set up Internet Ser vices.
This section covers the following topics:
■ “Finding an Internet ser vice provider” on page B-1
■ “Deciding on an ISP account” on page B-2
■ “Obtaining information from the ISP” on page B-3
Note: Some companies act as their own ISP. For example, some organizations have branch offices that can
use the Netopia R2121 to access the Internet via the main office in a point-to-point scenario. If you install the
Netopia R2121 in this type of environment, refer to the following sections for specific information you must
receive from the network administrator to configure the Netopia R2121 properly.
Finding an Internet service provider
During the setup session, the Smar tStar t setup application will provide you with a list of ser vice providers who
suppor t the Netopia R2121 with Dual Analog. You can register with one of these ISPs as par t of setting up your
router.
If you have purchased your Netopia R2121 through a Netopia ISP par tner, you may have received a customized
configuration file from the ISP that will allow you to make an immediate connection when you run Smar tStar t.
Internet access is available from other Internet ser vice providers. 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://thelist.internet.com’. Also see Netopia’s home
page at ‘http://www.netopia.com’ for a list of ISPs with 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 V.90 or K56flex line and suppor ts dual analog LAN
connections using Multilink PPP. If you would like to use an ISP that you already have a relationship with but is
not familiar with the Netopia R2121 Dual Analog Router or using Multilink PPP with analog modems, call us at
1-800-NETOPIA. Our representative can call your ISP and introduce them to the product. As necessar y, we can
provide them with the technical background they need to suppor t the product.
See “About 56K Line Access” on page H-1 for more information on 56K modem connections.