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Communications Infrastructure Committee

High Speed Internet Access

The committee is working to identifying all options available to Amherst residents and businesses for high-speed internet access. As competitive offerings are identified, they will be cataloged here. Representatives of high speed (not dialup) access providers that currently serve or plan to serve the town of Amherst NH should contact a member of the committee to be evaluated for inclusion on this list.

All information on this page is provided as a service to the residents and businesses of Amherst, and does not represent an explicit or implied endorsement of services or vendors by the Town of Amherst, the Board of Selectmen, or the Communications Infrastructure Committee.  Contact each provider for correct and timely information.

Important information regarding DSL services

DSL is usually provided by a continuous loop of copper wire from the nearest Central Office (CO) to the desired location.  The length of the wire usually determines the type and maximum speed of the DSL service which can be provided.  There are no Central Offices in Amherst but there are some local switches that provide limited DSL coverage in Amherst.  Phones served from the 672 and 673 exchanges are connected to the Milford CO.  Other exchanges serving portions of Amherst are in Bedford and Merrimack.  The most common residential DSL service is ADSL, which is usually limited to no more than 15,000-18,000 feet as the wire runs from the CO to the desired location.

High Speed Internet Service Providers servicing locations in Amherst, NH, 03031.


Adelphia Communications

  • PowerLink Service (internet access over cable television system, using a cable modem).
  • Types of Service
    • Residential
    • Commercial
  • Availability
    • Generally available to most of Amherst, some locations have no availability
  • Approximate Speeds available
    • Download: 256 Kbps – 6 Mbps depending on system load and level of service
    • Upload: up to 354 Kbps
  • Approximate Cost
    • All costs are in addition to cable television service
    • Residential: $44.95/month
    • Small Business: $69.95-129.95/month
    • Cable Modem Rental: $5.00/month
    • Self Activation: Free
    • Professional Installation: $99.00
  • Contact Information
    • Main office serving this area: 322 Nashua Rd, Londonderry NH, 800.429.0848
    • Branch office serving this area: Skyline Mall, 380 DW Highway, Merrimack, NH
    • Amherst in-home consultation and sales: Charlie Glover, 603.490.3339, Email: chasglover@adelphia.net
    • Corporate website: http://www.adelphia.net/

Verizon


G4 Communications

  • FastReach Service (IDSL, SDSL), Xconnect (LAN over WAN), T1
  • Types of Service
    • Business
    • Residential
  • Availability
    • Now
  • Approximate Speeds available
    • Download: 144 Kbps – 45 Mbps, depending on service and distance from facilities
    • Upload: 144 Kbps – 45 Mbps, depending on service and distance from facilities
  • Approximate Cost
    • Business: $79/month or more, depending on service selected
    • Residential: $49.99/month or more, depending on service selected
    • Equipment costs: $10/month or $25/month, or more, depending on service selected
    • Installation charge: $150 for residential, $150 or more for business, depending on service selected
  • Contact Information

WhizWireless

  • Broadband Wireless – Secured
  • Type of Service
    • Business-Class Service
  • Availability
    • Planned for the Bon Terrain (Rt 101A/122 area) as demand dictates.
    • Line of sight from existing tower today.
  • Approximate Speeds available
    • Download: 1.2 Mbps
    • Upload: 1.2 Mbps 
  • Approximate Cost - One year plan with service agreement
    • Starter package at $50/month
    • Small business at $90/month
    • Various plans to $390/month
    • Web Hosting and VPN security
    • Wireless system can be rented at $40/month or purchased
    • Turnkey installation by WhizWireless
    • Antenna Installation: $85/hour
    • Co-location of servers available at NOC
  • Contact Information

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