| The
Deru DSL Surfer package is an economical choice for broadband residential
access. This package is
excellent for the user who will mostly be surfing the web, checking
email and downloading files. If you need
static IP addresses, or would like to run services such as a mail
or web server, you should subscribe to
the Deru DSL Power User package.
The Deru DSL Surfer account
includes the following:
Access time is unlimited at speeds up to 12 times faster
than a typical dialup modem.
100 MB disk storage (can be used for email, personal websites,
file storage, etc.)
20 email accounts.
Usenet News access to over 30,000 newsgroups (service provided
by PureGig Internet.)
Upstream Internet bandwidth - redundant 100 Mb/s connections
to PureGig Internet.
PureGig Internet has multiple OC-12/Gigabit (622/1000 Mb/s)
feeds to the major Tier-1 backbones.
Courteous and friendly phone support (M-F 8:00 a.m. - 8:00
p.m., Sat.-Sun 12:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.)
Web-based email.
There are two parts to
the Deru DSL Surfer Package. First, there is the DSL service which
is provided by
Qwest. Second, there is the ISP service provided by Deru Internet.
Qwest will bill you each month for the
DSL service and Deru Internet will bill you separately for the ISP
service. Deru Internet will place the order
with Qwest for you when you call . We recommend this
method of ordering service, so that we can manage the installation
process. Alternatively, you can order the service through Qwest
by calling
1-877-634-2327, or by ordering online at Qwest's
website. Please make sure to designate "Deru Communications"
as your ISP of choice, otherwise you may not get the quality Internet
service you deserve. If you currently have DSL service through Qwest,
and are changing your ISP to Deru Internet, you will need to call
this number 1-800-218-4443. Choose option 1. Be sure to call or
email us, so that we know that you are switching. |
| You
will need to buy a DSL router from Qwest. If you use Windows there
are three choices: the Cisco 678
external router, the Intel 2200 internal PCI card, or the Intel
3200 external USB modem. If you use Linux or Macintosh you will
need to order the Cisco 678. Also, if you use a laptop you will
need to order the Cisco 678 or the Intel 3200 USB modem. Current
pricing for the Cisco 678 is $295.00; the Intel 2200 is $145.00;
and the Intel 3200 USB is $150.00. Let us know your choice when
you call . |
| Most
users will be able to self install (with phone support, if needed)
the DSL modem and be able to get online without having a technician
visit their house. But, if you encounter problems or would just
like the extra help, Qwest can have a technician install your DSL
for $149.95. We recommend that you attempt to install the DSL yourself,
first. |