Tier1Net Launches DSL Tomorrow Program with Netopia Inc.

Strategic Insights -

Tier1Net, a leading provider of integrated Internet network solutions, has unveiled its DSL Tomorrow program, aiming to connect business customers to the Internet within 24 hours. This quick-start program leverages Tier1Net's innovative network architecture and Netopia Inc.'s cutting-edge DSL Internet equipment. By utilizing Netopia's R2020 dual analog router and R7120 SDSL router, Tier1Net can provide high-speed Internet connections to customers in a matter of days.

Key Takeaways:

  • Tier1Net's DSL Tomorrow program enables business customers to get connected to the Internet within 24 hours without waiting for DSL provisioning.
  • The program standardizes on Netopia's R2020 dual analog router and R7120 SDSL router, which offer high-speed Internet connections at speeds from 56 Kbps to 1.5 Mbps.
  • Tier1Net ships pre-configured Netopia Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) to customers via overnight courier, allowing them to set up an Internet connection quickly.
  • When a high-speed DSL connection becomes available, Tier1Net can either ship a DSL router to replace the analog unit or activate the DSL daughter card already in place inside the Netopia router.
  • Tier1Net's innovative network architecture and Netopia's advanced DSL equipment enable customers to achieve effective throughputs of up to 168 Kbps.
  • The program offers customers DSL services at data rates ranging from 144 Kbps to 1.5 Mbps for prices starting at $125 per month.

Statistics:

  • 24 hours: the amount of time it takes for business customers to get connected to the Internet via Tier1Net's DSL Tomorrow program.
  • 56 Kbps to 1.5 Mbps: the speed range of high-speed Internet connections offered by Tier1Net's DSL Tomorrow program.
  • $125: the starting price of DSL services offered by Tier1Net's DSL Tomorrow program.

Sources:

  • Tier1Net Inc. press release (no specific date mentioned)
  • Netopia Inc. (no specific date mentioned)