[comp.dcom.modems] U.S. Robotics Info Needed

flash@lehi3b15.csee.Lehigh.EDU (Stephen Corbesero) (03/04/91)

Does anyone know the phone number to the U.S. Robotics BBS?  I have
decided to make the plunge and purchase their dual standard high-speed
modem via the sysop discount deal.

root@zswamp.fidonet.org (Geoffrey Welsh) (03/10/91)

Stephen Corbesero (flash@lehi3b15.csee.Lehigh.EDU ) wrote:

 >Does anyone know the phone number to the U.S. Robotics BBS?  

   I believe that the BBS at 708-982-5092 is run by USR.  I haven't called it 
in ages, though.
 
   Amendment: I just called it.  It's USR, alright, running eight lines on 
Dual Standard modems.  Here's a file I got from it:

         U.S. Robotics SYSOP Sales Program Rules

General:

    This section describes the rules of the U.S. Robotics
SYSOP program.  U.S. Robotics reserves the right to modify
or change these rules at any time.

Scope:

    The U.S. Robotics SYSOP Sales Program permits
qualified SYSOPs to purchase current U.S. Robotics modem
products at a reduced price.

Qualifications:

1.  The SYSOP states that he/she is not in the business of
    reselling computer products and related peripherals,
    including modem products.

2.  The SYSOP has been operating a bulletin board system
    for at least 6 months.

3.  The SYSOP understands that the number of modems that
    may be obtained under this program is limited to the
    number of working, verifiable data lines.  Modems
    purchased under this program must be used on one of
    the stated lines.

4.  The SYSOP agrees to post an appropriate logon notice,
    visible to users of the bulletin board, which states
    that this bulletin board uses and supports U.S.
    Robotics brand modems.

5.  The SYSOP agrees that he/she intends to operate the
    bulletin board, for which these modems are purchased,
    for at least 6 months post purchase.

6.  Resellers of U.S. Robotics modems are NOT eligible to
    purchase modems under this program. Instead, qualified
    resellers may take advantage of other marketing
    programs offered by U.S. Robotics, under the U.S.
    Robotics Authorized Dealer Program.  Information is
    available by calling: 800-292-2988.

7.  U.S. Robotics will ship modem(s) to qualified
    SYSOPs as soon as possible after:

    a.  The SYSOP completes the order form and
        questionnaire found immediately after these rules
        and mail it along with the appropriate
        payment and shipping instructions to:
                             U.S. Robotics Inc.
                             8100 N. McCormick Blvd.
                             Skokie, IL  60076
                             Attention:  SYSOP SUPPORT

              *  A check accompanying an order must first
                 clear our bank, before the order can be
                 shipped.

    b.  The SYSOP further understands that once an
        order is placed, it cannot be changed.

              *  If you are uncertain as to what type of
                 modem you want to purchase under this
                 program, you may consult the Information
                 & Text Files File Area of this BBS for product
                 information.  Or, you may call the
                 U.S. Robotics technical support at:
                 800-982-5151

    c.  Your board will be verified by the U.S. Robotics
        SYSOP.  We must be able to connect with your
        bulletin board to verify board status.

              *  In the event that we are uncertain of
                 your board status, you will be notified
                 by the U.S. Robotics SYSOP of what else
                 is needed to transact the order, or if
                 U.S. Robotics cannot transact the order
                 due to an invalid board status.

8.  U.S. Robotics will not accept phone in orders.    

9.  U.S. Robotics reserves the right to modify, change or
    cancel this program at any time.

                    *** THANK YOU ***

            U.S. Robotics SYSOP Sales Program
                      Questionnaire
           *** PLEASE ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ***

General:

    This section contains questions designed to assist us
in processing your order.  You must answer all questions
for this form to be considered a valid order.

    U.S. Robotics reserves the right to modify or change
this program at any time. 

1.  Day Time Voice Telephone Numbers (include area code)
    _______________________
    _______________________

2.  Data (BBS) Telephone Numbers (include area code)
    _______________________
    _______________________

3.  Hours of board operation (central standard time,
    please)
    ___________________

4.  Are you a FIDONET member?  ____ Yes  ____ NO
    If yes, then what is your FIDONET Address ___________

To help us speed your order to you, we need the following
information to log on to your board.  Please remember, we
will not ship your order until we verify your board
status.

5.  Is your board case sensitive?
    ____ Yes ____ No

6.  Do you use an ALIAS name? ____ Yes ____ No
    If yes, please list:_______________________

7.  Please give us the necessary information to log on
    and access your board:

    Your Board Password:  ___________________
    Our log on first name: ___________________
    Our log on last name:  ___________________
    Our log on password:   ___________________
    Access level:         ____________________

    * Note, we must be able to view all files and user
      log in order to validate your board status.  Please
      assign us the appropriate access level.

8.  Is there anything else we need to know to access your
    board? (Please note)

The following information helps us to understand our
SYSOPs and their needs.  Please answer these questions as
completely as possible, even though these questions may
not be associated with your bulletin board operation.

9.  For whom do you work?
    Company Name:       ________________________________
    Company Address:    ________________________________
                        ________________________________
    City: ________________ St:________Zip:______________
    Work Phone # _______________________________________
    Your position (title) ______________________________

10. Are you a User Group Member? ____ Yes  ____ No
    If so, which group(s) (please list)
    ______________________________
    ______________________________
    ______________________________

11. What type of car do you drive?
    ______________________________

12. What three (3) publications do you read, that are not
    related to computing interests?
    _____________________________
    _____________________________
    _____________________________


 Thank you for completing this section of the order form.

            U.S. Robotics SYSOP Sales Program
                Price List and Order Form
                Effective:  August 1, 1990
General:

    This section contains price and ordering information.
Once the U.S. Robotics SYSOP receives your completed
order, it normally takes 4 - 8 weeks for you to get your
modem.  This time is needed to verify your BBS and process
your order.

    To help us facilitate your order, please be sure to
complete this form clearly and accurately.  Missing or
incomplete information will only cause delays in
processing your request.

    U.S. Robotics does not accept phone orders.  

READ AND SIGN BELOW:  I have read, understand and
    agree to the terms of the U.S. Robotics SYSOP Sales
    Program rules.
              Accepted on: ________________19____
              SYSOP
              (Buyer) ___________________________
                        (please print your name)
              SYSOP
              (Buyer) ___________________________
                        (please sign your name)

Pricing:

The following U.S. Robotics modem products are available
to qualified SYSOPs under this program:
_________________________________________________________
Modem Model       Suggested   SYSOP   Order      Order
                  List Price  Price   Quantity   Extended
_________________________________________________________

Courier HST
Dual Standard     $ 1,295      $ 499  ________  ________

Courier HST 14.4      995        399  ________  ________

Courier V.32bis       995        449  ________  ________

                      Sub Total                 $_______
      Illinois customers, please add
      7% sales tax                              $_______
      Please add the appropriate freight
      charges (see chart below)                 $_______

                      Order Total               $_______

Freight charge chart:
    Note:  Costs listed below are "per modem".

     In the U.S.:
       - Federal Express Standard        $25.00
         Overnight Service (delivery by
         3:00pm next business afternoon)
       - Federal Express Two-Day Service $15.00

       * PLEASE NOTE: Federal Express does not accept
         cash; payment should be in certified funds
         or money order form.

     In Canada:
       - UPS Ground (5 to 7 working      $15.00
         day delivery)
       - UPS Red (2 to 3                 $42.00
         working day delivery)

     International Customers:
        - All shipments are delivered    $97.10
          via DHL International

Method of payment:

    Note:  U.S. Robotics does not accept credit cards!
Payments accepted in U.S. Dollars only.

Please check one:

____ COD:     Payment must be made as one of the
              following:  Certified check or money order.
              All checks and money orders should be endorsed
              to: U.S. Robotics, Inc.
____ Prepay:  Certified checks, cashiers checks or money
              orders.  Personal checks are accepted, but
              will be held for 15 days after we verify
              your board for bank clearing purposes.

Shipping Information:

    Note: We cannot deliver to a P.O. Box.

Ship modem to: ______________________________________
               (your name)
Street Address:_______________________________________

               _______________________________________

City:          ____________________

State/Province:__________ Zip/Postal Code __________

Country:       _____________________

             *** IS YOUR ORDER COMPLETE? ***

1.  Have you completed the:
    a.  Questionnaire
    b.  Price List and Order Form

2.  If pre-pay, have you included your TOTAL payment with
    this order? (Be sure to include freight costs.)

3.  Mail this completed order to:
    (Remember, U.S. Robotics does not accept phone
     orders!)

    U.S. Robotics, Inc.
    8100 N. McCormick Blvd.
    Skokie, Illinois  60076
    Attention:  SYSOP Support

                    *** THANK YOU ***

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horke@rhoen.in-berlin.de (Bernhard Kroenung) (03/12/91)

root@zswamp.fidonet.org (Geoffrey Welsh) writes:

>Courier HST
>Dual Standard     $ 1,295      $ 499  ________  ________

Shure ? I payed 699 for an HSTds with V.32bis and 220V Transformer

>     International Customers:
>        - All shipments are delivered    $97.10
>          via DHL International

I got mine via Federal Express !

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root@zswamp.fidonet.org (Geoffrey Welsh) (03/14/91)

Bernhard Kroenung (horke@rhoen.in-berlin.de ) wrote:

 >root@zswamp.fidonet.org (Geoffrey Welsh) writes:

>Courier HST
>Dual Standard     $ 1,295      $ 499  ________  ________

 >Shure ? I payed 699 for an HSTds with V.32bis and 220V 
 >Transformer

   Did you buy directly from USRobotics in Skokie (Chicago) under the SYSOP 
Deal?  How recently?

   These are the prices, in U.S. dollars, currently being published by 
USRobotics for North American spec modems to qualified SYSOPs.
 

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kusumoto@chsun1.uchicago.edu (Bob Kusumoto) (03/16/91)

I recently called USR about modems in general and they told me that this
particular model (the Dual Standard that does HSR and V32.bis) is priced
at $499 in the SYSOP deal and you can get it for $299 if you trade in any
high speed (9600 baud) modem.

Bob
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rdippold@maui.qualcomm.com (Ron Dippold) (03/16/91)

In article <kusumoto.669070441@chsun1> kusumoto@chsun1.uchicago.edu (Bob Kusumoto) writes:
>I recently called USR about modems in general and they told me that this
>particular model (the Dual Standard that does HSR and V32.bis) is priced
>at $499 in the SYSOP deal and you can get it for $299 if you trade in any
>high speed (9600 baud) modem.

This is interesting... you could pick up a CompuCom for $169 and then get
the USR for $300, for a total price of $469.  Add shipping, handling, tax, 
and you have about $499.  I bet that's where they got that price from.