More About Verizon FiOS

FIOS is a service providing Internet and TV service in some areas of the United States.  Verizon is the first major US telcom carrier to carry such as service all the way to the home.  (fiber to the home/premises).  While fiber-optic systems have been available for years for long-haul, inter-city, or large businesse that required data transfer, Verizon is currently the only telecomunnications that offer fiber

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FiOS Bundles:
Promotional rate available to new FiOS Internet or TV residential customers via bill credit for first 6 months only; beginning month 7 standard bundle rates apply. Rate may change after 2 yrs. Must sign up by 4/17/10 & install by 6/17/10. Offer may not be combined with other FiOS Bundle promo offers.

For residential customers only. Bundle discount requires retention of all services and applied via VZ bill credit until VZW service and ONE-BILL are in place. Rate may change after promo period. Up to $360 early termination, other fees, taxes, equipment charges & terms apply. Subject to credit approval & may require a deposit. FiOS available in select areas. Actual speeds may vary. Battery backup for standard fiber-based voice service & E911 (but not VOIP) for up to 8 hours. Cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions unless specified.

Acceptance of Verizon Online Terms of Service required. Verizon Installation required. Installation charge of $79.99 applies to configuration of main computer only for month-to-month packages. Installation of additional computers at additional fee. Minimum systems requirements apply. Equipment provided will be new or a fully inspected, tested and warranted return unit. Limited to one router provided at no charge per household per FiOS service, FiOS Internet and/or FiOS TV. If one year plan is cancelled between months 2 and 12, $99 early termination fee may apply. Router provided at no charge must be returned or $99.99 equipment fee applies. Month-to-month packages available. CAT5 or higher grade inside wiring or existing RG59/RG6 coaxial cable required. Connection speeds are between your location and Verizon central office serving your location. Actual download and upload speeds will vary based on numerous factors, such as condition of wiring at your location, computer configuration, Internet and network congestion, and speed of website servers you access, among other factors. Available in select areas. Speed and uninterrupted use of service not guaranteed. Current Verizon Online High Speed Internet customers who move to FiOS Internet service will have their Verizon Online High Speed Internet permanently disabled after their FiOS conversion.

Verizon will install a battery back-up unit inside your garage or home. A 3-pronged grounded power outlet should be available nearby for the battery back-up unit. You are responsible for periodically replacing the backup battery. A battery unit will supply back-up power for standard voice service (but not Voice Over IP services), including E-911, for up to 8 hours. Backup battery does not supply power for Internet, VOIP, or video services. Not all Alarms (switch or private line), are compatible with fiber. A customer wanting a response activated alarm system should check with their specific alarm company for guidelines. It may be necessary to maintain/install a separate copper line into the home to support alarm service.

Internet connection speeds are between your location and Verizon central office serving your location. Actual download and upload speeds will vary based on numerous factors, such as condition of wiring at your location, computer configuration, Internet and network congestion, and speed of website servers you access, among other factors. Speed and uninterrupted use of service not guaranteed. Current Verizon Online High Speed Internet customers who move to FiOS Internet service will have their Verizon Online High Speed Internet permanently disabled after their FiOS conversion. Voice service for FiOS customers is provisioned over fiber.

Important Note: The Verizon supplied battery is designed specifically for use with the Verizon FiOS Network. Use of a battery other than a 12-Volt 7.2 Ah SLA Sealed Lead Acid battery is not recommended since other types may impact the performance of your FiOS Services. Verizon is not responsible for damages which result from use of an improper battery. Additional charges, taxes and other terms apply.