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Data T3 is a 45 mbps (megabits per second) circuit. A data T3, commonly referred to as data DS3, is the equivalent of 28 T1s (commonly known as DS1s). T3 is commonly used for large: point-to-point (private line) circuits, MPLS (multiprotocol label switching) VPNs (Virtual Private Networks), internet traffic, VoIP call centers, video conferencing and broadcast quality video transmission. (For more about data T3 please click here)

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"Selecting a provider was simple because the work was already done for us. We're saving more than we thought we could thanks to data-t3.com."

Todd Leishman
Director MIS
Allwest Plastics

"We found data-t3.com via a Web Search in Google while shopping for reliable/competitive T-1 lines. Adam Edwards, a data-t3.com consultant, asked me questions without selling anything and then delivered an array of options with pros and cons for each. I've dealt with many types of vendors as a "decision maker" for multiple companies and data-t3.com is a model for success. Needless to say we are in the process of converting all of our data lines throughout the country with the help of data-t3.com."

Todd Kawai
Controller
Sierra Engineering

"data-t3.com provided us with multiple options allowing us to compare quotes and select the best service for our needs. We were also pleased with the post-sales support data-t3.com gave us when we needed help getting our rebates and coordinating our provisioning."

Joju Sebastian

"The nature of our business demands a reliable T1 service. data-t3.com helped us find aTier 1 service provider and negotiated a lower price than the vendor would have given to us if we went direct.

Sunder Isaac
Registrar4less.com

"We found data-t3.com to be a very convenient and cost effective way to find new Voice and Data Service. Within 1-2 seconds there were quotes from 5-6 different providers. The data-t3.com folks were very helpful in explaining the pros and cons of the different services they were representing."

Tony Calisi
Advanced Technology

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Data T3 Definition Continued.

If the end user needs less than 12 mbps, bonded T1 (bonded DS1) can be a much less expensive alternative T3. Since a bonded T1 circuit only requires two pairs of phone lines, it can be installed free of charge to virtually any business location in the US. T3 however requires special wiring so if the business is not wired for T3 (lit), there will be extra cost for installation of T3. Alternatives to T3 include fractional T3, burstable T3, voice T3, and OC3. To obtain real-time, comparative T3 cost quotes for your business, please use the pricing tool at the top of this page. It is simple to use and prices are provided without obligation. (Click here to return to top of page)

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Is PRI the Right Choice for Your Company?

Written by: Dennis Green - Sep 5, 2008

PRI (Primary Rate Interface) is an ISDN connection designed to be provided over T1 lines. In the United States, a PRI line consists of 24 (64 kbps each) DS0 channels. PRI T1 lines are commonly configured so that 23 channels serve as B (Bearer) channels and one as a D (delta) channel. Each B channel serves as a voice (telephone) channel. The D channel provides control and signaling information for the B channels. B channels can be used as independent channels to simultaneously provide a variety of services such as internet, voice, or imaging. They also have the flexibility to be bonded, as needed, to provide higher bandwidth for special needs such as video conferencing. A significant difference between PRI T1 and traditional integrated T1 is that T1s which are not PRI require a portion of each channel to be allocated for signaling functions. This results in a reduction in effectiveness, efficiency, potential and bandwidth for most functions of each channel of non-PRI T1. With T1 PRI, all signaling functions are provided by the 24th channel. This leaves each of the other 23 channels with a full 64 kbps, which can be fully dedicated to bearer functions. One D channel can provide signaling functions for several other PRI lines. It is not uncommon for two D channels (one as primary, one for backup) to provide the signaling functions for a span of as many as 20 PRI T1 lines. This frees the 24th channel of each of the other PRI lines so that they can be used as additional bearer channels. Because PRI lines serve as a direct connection to the telephone company’s central office, PRI is often the preferred choice of PBX customers. PRI T1 provides many advantages over traditional voice T1. These include: call by call service selection, more PBX users can be supported, caller ID, DID (direct inward dial) numbers, messaging, and video conferencing. Because of increased efficiency provided by PRI, companies which switch to PRI from traditional voice T1 often find that they not only receive a much greater variety of services but often do not need to pay for as many trunks as they needed prior to the change. PRI T1 is available in most major metropolitan areas, but is not available in most isolated rural areas. To assess availability and pricing for your location, use the tool at the top of this page or on our home page. This tool will provide real-time answers, it’s free, easy to use, and there is no obligation. (Click here to return to top of page)