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Versatility. High-Performance.
Frame Relay is perhaps the most popular and economical means of medium-to-high-speed full-time Internet connection. There are no mileage charges, and you can purchase the exact bandwidth you need, which can be easily increased in increments without costly equipment changes. Best of all, you can take advantage of this cost-effective dedicated line service regardless of your location in the greater Twin Cities area. If you are new to Frame Relay, please explore the basics below:
What is Frame Relay?
Frame Relay Service is a private, fast-packet-based data network service that supports Internet data transmission applications ranging from 56 Kbps to 1.544 Mbps. It operates in packet mode, using pre-established logical channel assignments (Permanent Virtual Circuits, or PVCs), to route data over high-speed shared network facilities. Frame Relay provides a dedicated Port Access Connection from the network interface at your location to the Frame Relay network. The Frame Relay protocol supports multiple channels on a single physical access facility, which lowers access costs while increasing the effective throughput available to support each transmission. This service has no geographic limitations or maximum number of sites/networks. It accommodates connections between similar and dissimilar LAN architectures, and supports many data protocols, including TCP/IP, SNA, IPX/SPX and X.25.
What are Qwest's charges and what's involved?
Infinity pays for all installation and recurring (monthly) charges from Qwest. You get nothing added to your Qwest bill. Infinity will even pay for Premium Wiring Service from Qwest; so that the wall jack (for the equipment on your network to plug into) is exactly where it should be. How does Frame Relay compare to dedicated ISDN service?
Dedicated ISDN is typically for smaller networks or workgroups that need no more than 2 64K data channels. Frame relay can deliver anywhere from 1 to 24 64K data channels. Qwest also has some ISDN tariff disadvantages in Minnesota that have limited ISDN as a 24x7 solution. What equipment do I need?
You will need a router that can route TCP/IP packets and a DSU/CSU that will connect the router to the wall jack provided when you order this service. We just happen to recommend reliable, Industrial strength ADC Kentrox DSU/CSU's and both ADC Kentrox and Cisco routers. How do I order Frame Relay service for my network from Infinity AccessNET?
This is easy. Just call us. We can have a contract in your hands in minutes. The limiting factor in how fast we can connect your LAN/WAN to the Internet is almost always Qwest. This can take up to 60 days but service usually starts 22 working days after your order.Infinity AccessNET offers several Frame Relay service levels. In the following table you will find some of these options:
| Bandwidth Required | CIR* | Minimum Contract length | Recurring Monthly Fee | One-Time Installation Fee |
| 64Kb/sec | 32Kb/sec | 12 months | $400 | $900 |
| 128Kb/sec | 64Kb/sec | 12 months | $575 | $1200 |
| 256Kb/sec | 128Kb/sec | 12 months | $700 | $1200 |
| 1536Kb/sec - Full T1 | 512Kb/sec | 12 months | $950 | $1200 |
These charges include the Qwest local loop. On-site equipment costs are also not included - we can help you choose equipment and/or provide it for you at very competitive prices. If the connection speed you're looking for is not displayed above, please contact info@iaxs.net If you are interested in a Frame Relay connection, please feel free to download a PDF of our Frame Relay service offering.
Contact us for pricing, consultation, and sound advice on today's LAN Internet access challenges. A PDF of our current pricing is also availble here.
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