DSL - What You Need

Minimum Requirements for DSL Services

Computer Requirements

PC (IBM Compatible):

Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0
An existing Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC)

An available PCI expansion slot for a new NIC to be installed.

A CD-ROM drive (no minimum speed requirements)

Macintosh:

iMac, Power PC or 68K (Motorola series 68xx processor)
An installed AAUI NIC or Ethernet Network Interface Card. (Macintosh computers are pre-equipped with this NIC.)
System 7.5.5 or newer

MegaSubscriber Modem Information

Based on a series of questions that you will answer during the ordering process, your answers will indicate which modem is appropriate for your PC or Macintosh. We will ship the appropriate MegaBit modem directly to your location. Modem packaging includes the modem, microfilters for any analog phone jack used for either data or voice traffic, a 3COM PCI Ethernet network interface card (Windows customers only), appropriate cables and user installation guides.

Overview of the Cisco 675 and Cisco 605 modems

Cisco 675 External Modem	Cisco 605 Internal Card Modem
List price is $499. Your price $245.	List price is $245. Your price $110
The modem is an external device.	The modem is an internal PCI bus master card.
A NIC (Ethernet) card is required.	No additional NIC (Ethernet) card is required.
Connectors and cables are provided for installation.	No connectors and cables are required for installation.
Windows 95, 98, NT4, MAC and UNIX compatible.	Windows 95, 98, NT4 compatible only.
External adapter powers the modem.	The PC powers the card internally.
The modem works with desktops and notebook PCs.	The card only works with a desktop PC.
PC can be a Pentium, MAC, or 486.	PC must be a Pentium.
PC must have a CD-ROM.	PC must have a CD-ROM.

Overview of Cisco 675 and Cisco 605 Modems' Features and Benefits

Modem Type	Cisco 675 External	Cisco 605 Internal
Connection	Dedicated — Always on	Dedicated — Always on
Recommended User Environment	Single OR Multi-User, Hub with LAN	Single User, Single PC only
Computer Requirements: Desktop Notebook PC Win 95 Win98 WinNT Mac 7.5.5+ Drive Modem Needs Ethernet NIC	Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes ------------------------ CD ROM External Yes	Yes No Yes Yes Yes No ------------------------ CD ROM Internal No
Installation	On site installation available for $150.00	Self install option encouraged. On site installation available for $150.00