Re: [WISPA] Searchable Map of Stimulus projects
Just a quit though - correct me if I am wrong, but... Isnt blocking competition very un-American somehow? Is blocking even possible? Seriously? You would categorize government-subsidized broadband expansion as capitalistic competition? WISPA Wants You! Join today! http://signup.wispa.org/ WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] Laptop
Jenco Wireless wrote: The Lenovo x61 is supposed to be pretty good - I just can't make myself spend that kind of money. I have the x60. It does not have xbrite or anything. I've used it outside a little. But, I don't think I'd want to do that very much. It's legible, though, IIRC. $1360 for my rig (2GB RAM, 1.8Ghz core2 duo, 120GB hdd, bluetooth, fingerprint reader, SD slot, firewire, 12 display, ~3.4 lbs). Saw the x61 with 1GB RAM on techbargains for $867 days ago. Brian ** Join us at the WISPA Reception at 6:30 PM on October the 16th 2007 at ISPCON ** ** ISPCON Fall 2007 - October 16-18 - San Jose, CA www.ispcon.com ** ** THE INTERNET INDUSTRY EVENT ** ** FREE Exhibits and Events Pass available until August 31 ** ** Use Customer Code WSEMF7 when you register online at http://www.ispcon.com/register.php ** WISPA Wants You! Join today! http://signup.wispa.org/ WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] Routers; OpenWRT
On Thu, 2007-02-08 at 12:50 -0600, Matt wrote: What I would like to know is what is the cheapest router that is supported by OpenWRT? I'd almost guarantee it's the Buffalo WHR-G54S. I've only one so far. It's been at grandma's house doing a 300' link in client mode. It's been installed almost a year now, without a hiccup (not even a reboot as far as I know). Believe it or not, Grandma's picky. And, I she's an hour away so I needed something reliable. It's practically the same hardware as the WRT-54G V1-4 (not the neutered version 5). It's only got one external antenna. But, I'm using the stock di-pole for the 300' window-to-window link. I love it. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=7666821st=whtype=productid=1134701703049 $45 (regularly $50) And, check out http://www.dd-wrt.com This is a GREAT hack of the linksys firmware. Has PPTP, VLAN, QOS, SER (VOIP), SSH, HTTPS, Samba, client mode, etc. Great GUI and even skins. If you find a cheaper product, let me know. Brian PS DD-WRT can even be installed on Linksys WRT-54G v5+. Here's the hardware support list: Linksys WRT54G 1.0 CDF0xxx or CDF1xxx Linksys WRT54G 1.1 CDF2xxx or CDF3xxx Linksys WRT54G 2.0 CDF5xxx Linksys WRT54G 2.2 CDF7xxx Linksys WRT54G 3.0 CDF8xxx Linksys WRT54G 3.1 CDF9xxx Linksys WRT54G 4.0 CDFAxxx Linksys WRT54G 5.0 (JTAG only with cfe update, see here ) Linksys WRT54GL 1.0 CL7Axxx Linksys WRT54GL 1.1 CL7Bxxx Linksys WRT54GS 1.0 CGN0xxx or CGN1xxx Linksys WRT54GS 1.1 CGN2xxx Linksys WRT54GS 2.0 CGN3xxx Linksys WRT54GS 2.1 CGN4xxx Linksys WRT54GS 3.0 CGN5xxx Linksys WRT54GS 4.0 CGN6xxx Allnet ALL0277 Buffalo WHR-G54S Buffalo WHR-HP-G54S Buffalo WBR-G54 Buffalo WLA-G54 Buffalo WBR2-G54 Buffalo WBR2-G54S Belkin F5D7130/7330 (2mb flash) Belkin F5D7230-4 v1444 (2mb flash) ASUS WL500G-Deluxe Motorola WR850G Siemens Gigaset SE505 Ravo W54-RT Askey RT210W -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] America's InternetDisconnect
Peter R. wrote: FCC Commissioner Mike Copps writes an editorial for the Wash. Post http://tinyurl.com/ymuanq America's Internet Disconnect By Michael J. Copps Wednesday, November 8, 2006; Page A27 America's record in expanding broadband communication is so poor that it should be viewed as an outrage by every consumer and businessperson in the country. Too few of us have broadband connections, and those who do pay too much for service that is too slow. It's hurting our economy, and things are only going to get worse if we don't do something about it. Where was he on net neutrality? Where was he when ATT and Bellsouth merged? Is he just blowin' more smoke? Or did he just wake up from a six-year slumber? bw -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] Vonage and Fax
Brian Rohrbacher wrote: Will a vonage # and service work with a fax machine? I wouldn't count on it. The service needs to have T.38 compatibility. I believe that BroadVoice offers that. but, you could get a separate fax service which forwards fax to your email. I think that would be a better solution. Like you, I do stuff on the cheap. I've learned that it's not always the best route. Don't disregard these folks' suggestions. I'm sure many of them started with the cheap stuff and learned the hard way; now, they're offering you this advice for free. good luck, bw -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] identity of mini-pci cards
Brian Rohrbacher wrote: I have some mini-pci cards but I don't know anything about them. Anyone know of a good way to determine what they are. Maybe by mac address? Brian use linux (on a laptop with a mini-pci slot). Run lspci to show the manufacturer's ID, name, etc, of the hardware. bw -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] Quick note of hello
Mr Villarini, I came across an old post of yours and was wondering whether you definitively decided if the Arlan 630-900 APs could be bridged. I've not been able to find a clear answer. I'm looking for a cheap 900 mhz bridge. If you were successful in bridging them, could you comment on your results, config, etc? Thanks Brian http://isp-lists.isp-planet.com/isp-wireless/0304/msg00186.html -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] soho router to replace wrt54g?
Dan, The WRT54GL can be found at outpost.com (Fry's) and several other places, I'm sure. But, you won't find it at Best Buy, Wal-Mart, or any Office Supply store. They run at least $80. Unlike Rick, I believe they are more than worth it. I have only bought six or seven. But, they are indestructible. I've 'bricked' them several times. Just pressed reset on boot or shorted pins on the board on reboot to allow new firmware upgrade. I agree that the stock firmware is not great. But, that's what you get for $50. With Open Source, you get the power of community. Consider ourselves lucky that we can buy a barebones appliance and load your favorite firmware. OpenWRT and DD-WRT are fantastic. I find little reason to pay $20-$30 for crap when I can spend $50-$80 and get a 200Mhz linux server for SSH tunneling (secure VNC :- ), great configurability, and solid reliability. I'm in agreement with Rick on the Buffalo. It's only got one external antenna. But, it can run DD-WRT, too. Best Buy had the WHR-G54S for $50. I think they are now going for $60 - $10 MIR. I've seen the Motorola WR850G for cheap, too. I had a booger of a time getting firmware on there; but, I should have RTFM a little more. These aftermarket firmwares install most easily and readily on the WRT54GL. See open source routers at: http://wiki.openwrt.org/TableOfHardware Brian Whigham Yonder Networks 360-226-7561 Rick Harnish wrote: I refuse to sell Linksys routers anymore. I have given them two chances. They went to crap when Cisco bought Linksys. We tried again a year later and still found them really flaky. Technical Support help would just deny there was any problems with them. I gave up! We have tried Netgear, Dlink, Trendnet..but we have found Buffalo AirStation G54 Wireless Routers to be excellent for stability and in house coverage. Rick Harnish President OnlyInternet Broadband Wireless, Inc. 260-827-2482 Office 260-307-4000 Cell 260-918-4340 VoIP www.oibw.net [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, May 15, 2006 8:03 PM To: 'WISPA General List' Subject: [WISPA] soho router to replace wrt54g? Since the new wrt54g's how come out, they are crap, any suggestions for a low-cost soho router? Dan Metcalf Wireless Broadband Systems www.wbisp.com 781-566-2053 ext 6201 1-888-wbsystem (888) 927-9783 [EMAIL PROTECTED] support: [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] Netgear Wall Plugged Ethernet
Brian R. I agree with the other two posts by Jack and JohnnyO. They are nifty devices. I use the FD4070 Belkins (think that's the model). But, I don't really think using these in commercial applications is a good idea. I have had problems with having to reset both devices (primarily on the uplink end). If you're not there to reset (unplug/plug) them, it is a huge pain. Saves $ but makes you look bad. Plus, the links are generally only a meg or two with marginal links (maybe less). I tried to use them at home, to share internet with my neighbor, and had issues about once a week, requiring a reset. I'm in a tri-plex and there is one unit between us. Link quality depended on what jack I used. The best link was about 3.5Mbps (per the SNMP tool). You probably can do more with the unused wire you mentioned. But, how much irritation/distrust will it incur when you have to walk the customer through these issues over the phone. Good thing is, it's easy to explain how to unplug and plug the device in over the phone. :-) Still, they're best as cheap solutions for homes and tight-fisted lawyers. Luck, Brian W Brian Rohrbacher wrote: There is disconnected wire in the ground between the buildings that I could wire up however I need, but not if they only go 300 feet. Jack Unger wrote: Brian, I haven't used Netgear but I used another brand (can't recall which one) about 6 months ago and they were good for about 300 ft. Of course, you have to be on the same electrical circuit. Dunno if your two buildings are on the same side of the same electrical box or not. Good luck, jack Brian Rohrbacher wrote: http://www.netgear.com/products/details/XE104.php http://www.netgear.com/products/details/XE102.php http://www.netgear.com/media/powerline.wmv I just did a wireless install and need to hook up another building on the property. Distance is 6-700 feet. I can't find a distance spec on these netgear bpl devices. Any thoughts? Brian -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] Fw: USDA RUS loans/grants?
Marlon, I have not seen one; but I have heard of them. I feel silly addressing you since you are one of the 'experienced' people on this list. Someone from USDA (or HUD, can't remember) came and presented funding options for rural wireless network buildout at a rural broadband conference that I attended this past fall (http://www.nespal.org/unwired05/program.htm). One must ensure (due dilligence) that there are no networks that are already servicing the area. It appears that the fellow in your post is doing just that in order to qualify for the loan. The loans can be spent on infrastructure and equipment only. They can not be used to rent towerspace or upstream bandwidth. And they can't be used for salaries. Per the speaker, the loans aren't that hard to qualify for. And they can be for large amounts. I'm sure you'll find more details on the website that he posted below. Sorry if I was totally off base; I wasn't quite sure what you were asking. Brian Whigham Yonder Networks 888-770-3421 www.yondernetworks.com Marlon K. Schafer (509) 982-2181 wrote: anyone seen anything like this before? Marlon (509) 982-2181 Equipment sales (408) 907-6910 (Vonage)Consulting services 42846865 (icq)And I run my own wisp! 64.146.146.12 (net meeting) www.odessaoffice.com/wireless www.odessaoffice.com/marlon/cam - Original Message - From: D. Ryan Spott To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, April 26, 2006 12:54 PM Subject: USDA RUS loans/grants? Don't you provide service here?: LEGAL NOTICE OPEN RANGE COMMUNICATIONS INC We are a prospective applicant under the Rural Broadband Access Loan and Loan Guarantee Program being administered by the Rural Development, Utilities Programs (RDUP), United States Department of Agriculture. We are required, as a prospective applicant to announce our intent to provide broadband services (200 kilobits upstream and downstream) in the State of Washington in the following communities: Anacortes, Artondale, Burlington, Camas, Clarkstone Heights-Vineland, College Place, East Port Orchard, East Wenatchee Bench, Ephrata, Ferndale, Fort Lewis, Gig Harbor, Grandview, Green Acres, Lynden, Moses Lake, Othello, Quincy, Steilacoom, Sunnyside, Toppenish, Waller, Washougal, West Richland. Incumbent broadband service providers have 30 days from the date of this Legal Notice to inform RDUP if they are currently providing broadband service in these areas or if they have a commitment to provide service in these areas. Incumbent broadband service providers should submit to RDUP, on a form prescribed by RDUP, the number of residential customers receiving broadband service in the proposed service area, the rates of data transmission, and the cost of each level of service or proof of commitment to provide service in the proposed service area. A map should also be provided showing the boundaries of your service area in relation to the communities above. A Legal Notice Response Form can be obtained from RDUP's website at www.usda.gov/rus/telecom. (This ad is from 04/17/2006 to 04/18/2006.) ryan -- Brian Whigham Yonder Networks 888-770-3421 360-226-7561 -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] Pioneering Wi-Fi City Sees Startup Woes
Bob, It's $9.50 per month per user, after only 50 days of evangelizing. Not even the SBCs of the world are selling it for that. And as soon as grandma Jones and Bob down the street figure out what's going on, they'll sign up, too. So it will only be $4.16/mo. when they hit the 8,000 mark. Assume 2.77 persons per household (using Kissimmee census data) and you have 10,108 households plus a guestimate of 2000 businesses (based on Kissimees 3900 business count). And maybe they'll get 75% penetration (remember, the service is 'free'). Businesses would be dumb not to use it at least as a backup connection. Some mom and pop shops might be able to use it as the primary. Now, consider that you're no longer dealing with households, but individuals. I estimate about 65% are between ages 18 and 65. Let's play dumb and say that nobody under 18 or older than 65 could make use of it. That's 18,200 users. Plus, I think tourism is one of St. Clouds biggest industries. Add them in as potential users. Plus, it's a bonus to business travelers. If 75% of them subscribe, you have 15,000 accounts. That $4.16 drops to about $2. And, the access is mobile, albeit spotty at this point. So, you don't pay T-mobile for their hotspot, Sprint for EV-DO, and Bellsouth for DSL. The city is the 1st in the country to offer free wi-fi citywide. #1, 'forefront', 'technologically friendly', 'advanced': these are coveted adjectives. In what other way can a city be number one anymore? That's a qualification that's hard to buy for $2.4m, even if it's not a perfect system. Brian Whigham Yonder Networks 800-770-3421 706-534-1515 Census Data for Kissimmee: http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/12/1236950.html Bob Moldashel wrote: 3500 registered users using a network that costs $400K per year to maintain!!! That's $114 per subscriber! Why not just pay to give them DSL! LOL -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] Pioneering Wi-Fi City Sees Startup Woes
George, Few people care about socialistic programs so long as their pockets are affected in a positive way. Our government is not purely capitalistic, and was never designed to be. Plus, access has become a commodity and a utility. It's no surprise to me that governments try to regulate and sell it as such. My town sells me water and sewer service. They've privatized trash pickup, which is a disaster, in my opinion. When viewing Internet access as a utility, it makes sense, in some cases, to have a government-sponsored option. Munis may reach those on the other side of the digital divide. It may increase outside investors interest in local investment. Some providers are simply not going to reach out to small communities and rural areas. And, more often, the only option will be from one ILEC. Your example in Salem sounds like a good argument against muni ISP systems. But, each case will be different. Fortunately, our government is made up of elected officials. We can vote them out as a community. Unfortunately, they may permanantly damage independant ISPs before the community has a chance to voice dissenting opinions. I think Matt Larsen has the idea. We won't stop these efforts in many cases, no matter how hard we try. But, we might be able to ride the tide if we try to cooperate and provide assistance. Brian Whigham Yonder Networks 800-770-3421 706-534-1515 George wrote: Travis Johnson wrote: You guys are all missing the point. If they contract with the local WISP, they don't get to create new jobs for the muni... instead, they are just helping a local business grow with local tax money. Welcome to politics in the wireless arena. :( Travis Microserv Exactly Travis, it's a socialist dream. I wasn't aware of this until last week when I read an article about Salem Oregon's Open.org. The City has been running open.org which is a full facilities based ISP with dial up, web hosting, DSL and wifi hot spots. They charge 12.00 per month for dial up. Anybody can sell 12.00 dial up, nothing special here. I'm not sure about the other businesspeople on this list, but I have a hard time accepting that our government ought to be in *any* business. Never mind competing against the private sector. Salem Oregon is not a small town with nobody servicing it, it's the State Capital and either the 2nd or 3rd largest city in the state. I don't buy that they provided these services because others wouldn't or couldn't, I believe it's just what it is, state run industry. I thought that we went to war in Korea, Vietnam, Central America and almost with Russia to end communism and socialism and to further our capitalistic system. So why should any government local or state decide to take over an industry and compete against business after what this country has stood for the entire 20th century? This is where I find Muni anything to be appalling. You hit it square on the head, it's politics and I don't believe any of us businesspeople want to include politics as part of our business. George -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] phone-to-voip-to-ethernet conversion
Mario, Let me preface my suggestion with the fact that you didn't specify how many extensions were at the remote office nor what brand of PBX you're using. Since you suggested a one line Linksys device, I'll assume you're only dealing with a hand full of extensions, at most. Otherwise, you might want to look into bridging a T1 signal with channel banks on each side; or better yet, you could pipe all PBX extensions (for the remote office) into a channel bank and convert to a T1 which feeds into an Asterisk server (with Digium T1 card). I suspect that going into this would be overkill. That said, I'd be weary of mixing VoIP and PBX. I've had Digium equipment hooked to a Lucent Partner system fry (unable to handle extension signalling?). And I suppose you might even fry ports on the PBX end (I believe I had that problem too). I would generally stay away from mixing legacy PBX (fxo ports) and VoIP ATAs. But, you'll save a ton by getting your proposed setup to work. So, it's worth a shot. But, I wouldn't guarantee anything to my boss if I were you. John's suggestion is the correct setup. Not sure what hardware would be best; but you might try WRT54GL (with DD-WRT firmware) for AP and bridge solution and a Sipura 3000. The sipura allows for incoming TDM calls (on FXO port) to route to VoIP port (rather than a simple FXS phone). You need this functionality in your situation. Then use your preferred VoIP phone on the remote end. Keep in mind that you will probably not be able to dial extensions from the remote end, though you theoretically should be able to have extension dialing from the main office to the remote end POTS phone. I call the remote end a POTS phone because POTS signalling is basically the only common denominator between the remote end and the main office. Typical VoIP ATAs don't understand (and can't generate) Samsung/Lucent/Other legacy, proprietary PBX signalling. There are some VoIP devices out there that are made to integrate with legacy PBX systems. I haven't tried them; and prepare to pay $. If you could find one, that could get outbound extension dialing from the remote office. Oh, and that solution is just for one phone. You'd need multiple sipuras for multiple phones (or split it out with an ATA on the remote end to another PBX and have the main office dial extensions to get to someone at the remote office; this would be ugly). Hope that helps, Brian Whigham Yonder Networks www.yondernetworks.com John J. Thomas wrote: PBXFXOmoduleEthernetWirelessBridgeWirelessBridgeEthernetFXS module Here is one example, Google will probably get you cheaper ones John -Original Message- From: Mario Pommier [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, April 6, 2006 10:57 AM To: 'WISPA General List' Subject: [WISPA] phone-to-voip-to-ethernet conversion I have an interesting application, that maybe someone has tried: Customer is expanding to a remote office, across the street from the main office. They need to connect voice and data between the two. There's clear LOS, so a wireless link will work. The telephone PBX is at the main office, of course. I need to send avoice line across the wireless link from the main office to the remote one. How do I add the voice? Couldn't I simply do this? PBX [telephone cord][Linksys VoIP phone]-[switch (which also has an uplink to the wired network)][wireless radio] On the other side of the link, the telephone cord would go into a desktop phone terminal. Thanks. Mario --- [This e-mail was scanned for viruses by our AntiVirus Protection System] -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/ -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] VPN and router choices
Bo, make sure that you're that you're not mis-interpreting VPN support with VPN services. Most of the $20-$100 routers will allow IPSEC (the good stuff) and PPTP to pass through the device. But, the only way I know of to get any of these to act as a VPN client or server is to upgrade to opensource firmware. For example, the WRT54GL will act as PPTP client or server and can act as an openvpn client when you use DD-WRT. See wrt54g.net for info on how to do this. But, keep in mind that this configuration voids the warranty and any support. Also, the device has 200mhz processor with 8MB RAM and 4MB flash. So, it's no powerhouse. You might look into linux boxes (to do an SSH VPN, IPSEC with FreeSwan, or OpenVPN for an SSL-based VPN), a Cisco PIX, or a SonicWall. I warn you that VPN is not an easy thing. PPTP is fairly simple (and it works with win98 clients with no 3rd party software). But, it's also proven to be insecure. VPN appliances are not cheap (probably $500-$1000 for one that can handle any sort of load). But, you might be able to use a soekris board with a linux firmware that supports some VPN technology. Those are still cute and tiny (with plenty of horsepower), but cheaper. Luck to ya, Brian Whigham Yonder Networks Bo Hamilton wrote: Hello list, Im looking at setting up some VPN's and I have looked at many routers that claim ease of use. Linksys, NetGear, D-Link and so on. I was wondering if someone could tell me what is the easiest router for setup. Also, does one have to have a VPN server( i.e Windows or Linux) or does the router take place of this for remote connections. The senario I have is one central office with 2 satalite offices that connect to central. The central office having the main VPN router. I want to have the two seperate locations seen in the network neighborhood. Would this be a router to router VPN? If so what are the easiest one's to configure. Im new to the VPN world so go easy on me. :) Thanks in advance, Bo Hamilton NCOWireless.com -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] VoIP/PBX Gateway appliance
care to share who you're using for termination or how much volume you're purchasing? Matt Liotta wrote: Charles Wu wrote: Out of curiosity...do you mean 2-5 cents per minute? Or 0.2 to 0.5 cents per minute? .2 cents; 2 cents a minute wouldn't be a very good deal. -Matt -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] OT: Automated Call System
Bill, Are you talking about an Auto Attendant that can provide precanned messages for callers like a call center does? For example, your cellular providers's support center will make you key in various option codes to talk to the correct department. If that's what you're looking for, use Asterisk PBX. It's an open-source PBX server. see http://voip-info.org/wiki/index.php?page=Asterisk http://www.digium.com/ I can help you set up a server, if needed. Brian Whigham Yonder Networks www.yondernetworks.com 478-442-1678 Bill Austin wrote: I need to setup an automated call system. One where someone dials in and activates it (by entering a touch-tone code) and then it goes through a list of numbers it dials and plays a pre-recorded message. Any hints, tips, suggestions, software recommendations, or other advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Bill -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
Re: [WISPA] OT: Automated Call System
Bill, Yeah, of course Asterisk can do that. You could buy a turn-key system and have that be part of it's features. You could use it for that solely. I see that there are online services which are pay per use as well. I just noticed http://www.notifyquick.com/howto/canned_call.asp Here's a product that allows you to use your voicemodem for $300, or even free, if you don't mind a Voicent plug in a ddition to your message and have only 20 numbers. http://www.voicent.com/autodialers.php Brian Bill Austin wrote: Hi Brian, I'm actually looking for something not quite as complex. I need a system that I can enter a list of numbers (won't change often-mostly cell phones), and once a night have it call the list of numbers and play a message. I can work with a pre-recorded message where I just call in and activate the sequence. I would prefer to be able to call in each night and leave a new message, and then have it call each number and replay the message. I'm sure asterisk would do this, but is probably overkill for my needs. I'm looking for something simple to setup and administer, so that down the road I can turn it over to someone else to maintain the list. I have an older PC and a voice-capable modem that I can use for this. I can also give it a public IP so it can be administered from anywhere. Thanks, Bill Brian Whigham wrote: Bill, Are you talking about an Auto Attendant that can provide precanned messages for callers like a call center does? For example, your cellular providers's support center will make you key in various option codes to talk to the correct department. If that's what you're looking for, use Asterisk PBX. It's an open-source PBX server. see http://voip-info.org/wiki/index.php?page=Asterisk http://www.digium.com/ I can help you set up a server, if needed. Brian Whigham Yonder Networks www.yondernetworks.com 478-442-1678 Bill Austin wrote: I need to setup an automated call system. One where someone dials in and activates it (by entering a touch-tone code) and then it goes through a list of numbers it dials and plays a pre-recorded message. Any hints, tips, suggestions, software recommendations, or other advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Bill -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
[WISPA] OT: VoIP termination
I don't know what volume Matt's dealing with. But, I haven't checked the lowest prices in a few months; so my interest was piqued. Here's what I found. If anyone has any experience with these providers, let me know. Both provide IAX2 and SIP. sellvoip.net (since '97) Product Monthly CostSetup Cost Usage Cost Local DID $1.00 $1.00 $0.011 per minute Toll-Free DID $1.00 $2.00 $0.020 per minute US 48* LNP available DIDs were local to many rural GA areas (where I am) plainvoip USA termination - $0.009 Toll-free terminatoin - $0.005 6/6 billing Currently, I use voipjet.com and voxee.com with much success. Domestic rates are $0.013 and $0.011 per minute, respectively. I think they both bill 6/6. Brian -- WISPA Wireless List: wireless@wispa.org Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://lists.wispa.org/mailman/listinfo/wireless Archives: http://lists.wispa.org/pipermail/wireless/
