E-Rate IP Video Conferencing for Your School District
Get Your Schools Connected with IntelliNet from IVCi
If your school district needs to connect several schools with video conferencing, it may be eligible for discounts through the
E-Rate program, which provides funding to schools and libraries for telecommunication services.
Please read the information below to learn more about how IntelliNet can improve the communication between your schools, and contact IVCi (toll free): 800-224-7083, e-mail: info@ivci.com, or click here to have an IVCi Representative contact you.
Distance learning through video conferences is becoming more important for educational institutions, on a global level. That's why we created the IntelliNet IP video conferencing service— fully managed, high performance, reliable and secure service that allows you to focus on your learning session and not the technology.
The Telecommunications Act of 1996 established requirements to provide discounted telecommunications services to K-12 schools and libraries. In response to this Act, the FCC issued the Universal Service Order on May 8, 1997, implementing a discount plan for schools and libraries. Contributions from telecommunications companies provide discounts of 20-90% on the cost of telecommunications, Internet access, and network wiring within library and school buildings. The discounts are paid directly to the companies that provide libraries and schools with these services.
IVCi's IntelliNet IP video conferencing service falls under the category of Telecommunications network, which may be eligible for E-Rate funding. Conducting video conferences for distance learning through IVCi's IntelliNet IP video conferencing service is a much more effective and reliable method versus ISDN. IntelliNet offers fixed-fee, unlimited usage plans that are much more cost effective than ISDN-based conferencing environments. IntelliNet offers a stable and secure environment from which to conduct your video conferences since there is no impact to your existing data network upon installation. With IntelliNet, there's no need to understand the technology; it's an easy-to-use, turnkey solution. Video conferencing can finally become a powerful educational tool without the worry of day-to-day support or out-of-control per-minute costs. Here are some of IntelliNet's management features:
- Easy-to-use and automated call scheduling tool
- 24/7, proactive monitoring of end-points
- Fully automatic point-to-point or multipoint call launching
- Secure, fully redundant IP network
- Available in 40+ countries
IntelliNet IP video conferencing service includes:
- Video conferencing within the IntelliNet network is unlimited
- Automatic call launching and integrated Web-scheduling
- End-point confidence checking and a powerful management engine delivering real-time network
- Superior reliability and performance from a switched ATM IP network
- Access to the IntelliNet technical support team is unlimited
- Turnkey solution with full project management
With Options for:
- Unlimited access to IntelliNet's ISDN gateway service
- Unlimited access to IntelliNet's multi-point bridging service
- Unlimited access to the IntelliNet network via DSL or cable modem connection
IntelliNet from IVCi includes:
- Video calling is unlimited
Unlimited usage via fixed monthly price - Scheduling is Web-based
Quickly and easily schedule your conferences - Automated process
Call launching is automated - Proactive management
Proactive network and endpoint management system - Several connection options
Via DSL, T1 or cable - International reach 150 points of presence in 40+ countries
- Inclusive
CPE, T1 local loop and a backup line for system monitoring - Top Support
Access to IVCi's technical support team is unlimited
The Technology:
- Reliability
Reliability-right down to the customer's premises via fully redundant global network delivers 99.999%. - Performance
Switched network providing Layer 2 Class of Service (beyond QoS) means that performance guaranteed end-to-end (not just within the core). - Security
Increased protection from intruders private network and OSI Layer 2. VPN service includes anti-spoofing, firewalling and policing.
The Right Choice:
- Affordable
Unlimited usage in a fixed monthly price - The Right Company
IVCi's awards include:
- Frost & Sullivan “Best Video Conferencing Service” for 2002
- Network Magazine “Product of the Year” for 2001
- “Inc 500” list of Fastest Growing Companies for 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
- An Eye towards the Future
Powerful network supports video, voice, streaming and data convergence. Unlimited usage allows for applications such as virtual trading floors and remote, shared offices.
In support of the E-Rate program, IVCi proudly partners with our customers to offer interactive distance learning video solutions which meet the criteria outlined by the SLD. We believe in assisting our customers to secure these funding opportunities..
TANDBERG Video Conferencing E-Rate Grant Brochure
E-Rate Funding Program Overview
For additional information regarding E-Rate, contact IVCi at 800-224-7083, e-mail: info@ivci.com, or click here to have an IVCi Representative contact you.
