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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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 ! Ciao Bernhard -- Bernhard Kroenung, Bahnhofstr. 8, D-W6408 Ebersburg/Rhoen, Germany +49 6656 386 horke@rhoen.in-berlin.de X.400 : kronung@jlug-gw.uni-giessen.dbp.de Fachhochschule Fulda : e-mail demnaext
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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. -- UUCP: watmath!xenitec!zswamp!root | 602-66 Mooregate Crescent Internet: root@zswamp.fidonet.org | Kitchener, Ontario FidoNet: SYSOP, 1:221/171 | N2M 5E6 CANADA Data: (519) 742-8939 | (519) 741-9553 The mile is traversed not by a single leap, but by a procession of coherent steps; those who insist on making the trip in a single element will be failing long after you and I have discovered new worlds. - me
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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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.