Due to the nature of dial-up lines, this option has much lower reliability and throughput than ISDN, frame relay or point to point connectivity. Dedicated dial-up is best suited for a growing internet access needs that are not dependent upon high reliability or committed data rates. You can easily increase the bandwidth of your Internet connection as your needs grow. Compared to traditional leased line access, with frame relay you only pay the phone company for the bandwidth you need and there is no mileage charge. In most cases, ISDN calls from a business location are 'metered' and can result in unexpectedly high monthly charges by the phone company if you maintain a full-time connection.
Frame relay access to the Internet consist of two distinct components.
In addition to the Internet access fees, you will also need the frame relay circuit from your facility to the phone company's local central office. The rest of the circuit costs are paid by Minnesota OnLine and are included in your monthly access fees. Please call Minnesota OnLine for an estimate or quote of your circuit costs. Minnesota OnLine will order and coordinate the install and testing of your circuit with your local phone company. This service is provided over dedicated circuits from your site directly to our network hub.