How to set up t1

[ReeDy69]

k i have 4 computers and a 4 computer router i have eithernet cords for all of them i have cable modem now but i want t1 :( for games ^^ and i wanna know how to get t1? i don't even have the computers networked thats all the equiptment i have :) what else do i need internet service? can i have some providers?

[Scott]

Do you know how much that cost a month?

[Scott]

You can probably start with your local phone company.

[ColdFusion]

ITS HELLA EXPENSIVE!!!! Ul probibaly have to hook up with one of the faster lines comeing in. Like with the cable company ... cable is one step down from a T1, so the level the cable speed off ... so you would go one step up ... a T3 here with shaw in canada i believe is 21,000 /month!!! So i would say a T1 would be in the $1000 - $5000 range

[Kip Patterson]

Your best bet is to start with a supplier such as Worldcom/UUnet (yes, I know they are in trouble, but they are a good T1 provider)

The cost consists of a local loop charge plus the intermet. In large cities where things are competitive, if the local loop isn't too long you might get away for $500 per month plus installation. You will also need a router with a T-1 port - maybe a couple of thousand $.

[Stu]

You can get a a frame-relay T1 for about $500 to $1000 per month, depending on whether you get it bundled on phone lines or on a straight copper line and if you have and will maintain the equipment (a CSU/DSU and a router--or a router with CSU/DSU built-in; you should be able to get a fairly good one for less than $1500 new, or much less on eBay).

As for who you should get one from, check out http://www.everythingt1.com/ . I wouldn't bother with the backbone companies (the MCI/UUNets, Sprints, Qwests, etc.), their prices are usually higher than most ISPs--not to mention their tech support is usually only there from 9-5 and they take longer to set you up than smaller providers (in general).

In addition, if you are just looking to setup a game server, you might want to consider dedicated hosting or co-location instead. It'll cost you half as much and your server will have loads more bandwidth (most of the big data centers have at least an OC3 and multiple redundant T3 backups).

[Scott]

Actually, the dedicated server idea is a good idea for games that support it. I play on a MOHAA server that only cost $40 per month. Up to 8 people playing with good pings (50-100).