2-8 Netopia ISDN Modem User’s Guide
Decide on a type of ISDN line
An ISDN line can be configured to carry data only, or both data and voice.
Choose a phone line
To order an ISDN line, you must either designate an existing telephone line to be converted, or order a new line to be installed. There will probably be an additional charge if you add a new ISDN line. However, if you convert an analog line to an ISDN line, you will not be able to directly connect analog devices to the ISDN line in most cases.
Regardless of your choice, make sure there is a wall jack for the line you choose near where you intend to install your Netopia ISDN Modem.
Use your ISDN worksheet
The ISDN Worksheet at the end of this chapter (see page
Note: The ISDN Worksheet is for your convenience only. You may receive forms containing similar information from your telephone company. In any case, the ISDN Worksheet is not an application for an ISDN line nor a substitute for the forms your telephone company uses.
Fill in section 1 of the worksheet once you find out exactly who you’ll order your ISDN line from. Fill in as much of section 2 as you can before calling your telephone company. The information in section 3 can only be filled in after you order your ISDN line.
