OTM currently maintains two connections from the state network to the Internet from two different backbone locations in Baton Rouge. Each of these connections hubs into different geographical locations within our upstream providers network.The physical capacity of each of these connections is OC-3 (155Mbps). These dual connections allow physical diversity of our Internet connections. In case of failure of either one, all Internet traffic may be routed over the other.
Although OTM network services are designed to operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, OTM does not guarantee, certify, or warrant as to quality of service or that operation of the network will be without interruption or error.
At times it is necessary to perform maintenance on network components in order to maintain quality service. OTM strives to perform this maintenance with the least impact on its customers. Click here to view the Network Maintenance policy and schedule.
LaNet services may be requested by:
any political subdivision of the State of Louisiana, including city and parish government
private and public educational institutions within the State of Louisiana from kindergarten through university level
other qualifying institutions as described in the current OTM Administrative Rules and Regulations.
Customers of the LaNet service are expected to abide by rules of engagement outlined in the Acceptable Use Policy
If you should experience trouble with your network services, please contact our Trouble Reporting number at 225 219-4CMS. Click here for complete procedures.
Subscribers pay a monthly LaNet service fee based on the type and speed of their connection. Subscribers will be billed by OTM through the standard billing arrangements for this service. Billing will begin for the first month after the connection is established.LaNet may be accessed via several communications services:
LaNet via Data Dial Tone
This service is available only to Data Dial Tone subscribers (see Data Dial Tone).
LaNet via Dedicated Educational Discount T1
This service is available only to agencies that are eligible for the AT&T Educational Discount on T1 facilities. The Educational Discount Program is located in the General Subscriber Services Tariff (GSST), Section A5.14 (http://cpr.AT&T.com/pdf/la/a005.pdf).
Bandwidth |
Installation Rate |
Monthly Rate |
1.5 Mbps |
0 |
$1,140 |
LaNet via Frame Relay
This service relies upon an agency subscription to OTM IntraLATA Frame Relay service for access to the intraLATA frame relay service cloud, with a defined access line, port, and committed information rate (CIR) (see the IntraLATA Frame Relay section of this catalog for rate information). In addition to that, the agency subscribes to a rate of access.
The CIR subscription is totally at the discretion of the agency and relates to the guaranteed minimum transport speed across the intraLATA frame relay service cloud. Once the connection to the frame relay service cloud is established, the agency contracts with OTM for LaNet access via frame relay via a burst limited PVC connection from the intraLATA frame relay service cloud to the LaNet service node in their home LATA. The LaNet access via frame relay contract/ subscription defines the maximum data rate that the agency may present to the LaNet service node. Any “burst” above the subscribed rate shall be discarded. The actual transport of the data across the statewide backbone is “best effort,” as is the nature of all LaNet traffic today.
Bandwidth |
Installation Rate |
Monthly Rate |
64 Kbps |
$300 |
$80 |
128 Kbps |
300 |
150 |
384 Kbps |
300 |
250 |
768 Kbps |
300 |
500 |
T-1 |
300 |
700 |
3 Mbps |
600 |
1,250 |
4.5 Mbps |
600 |
1,750 |
6 Mbps |
600 |
2,450 |
9 Mbps |
600 |
3,500 |
12 Mbps |
600 |
4,550 |
15 Mbps |
600 |
5,600 |
18 Mbps |
600 |
6,500 |
21 Mbps |
600 |
7,400 |
24 Mbps |
600 |
8,400 |
LaNet via ATM
This service relies upon an agency subscription to OTM IntraLATA ATM service for access to the intraLATA ATM service cloud, with a defined access type (see the IntraLATA ATM section of this catalog for rate information). In addition to that, the agency subscribes to a rate of access.This offering assumes an existing intraLATA ATM port and access line for the agency. Once the connection to the ATM service cloud is established, the agency contracts with OTM for LaNet via ATM through a virtual circuit (PVC) connection from the intraLATA ATM service cloud to the LaNet service node in their home LATA. The LaNet via ATM contract/subscription defines the maximum data rate that the agency may present to the LaNet service node. Any “burst” above the subscribed rate shall be discarded. The actual transport of the data across the statewide backbone is “best effort,” as is the nature of all LaNet traffic today.
Bandwidth |
Installation Rate |
Monthly Rate |
T-1 |
$300 |
$700 |
3 Mbps |
600 |
1,250 |
4.5 Mbps |
600 |
1,750 |
6 Mbps |
600 |
2,450 |
9 Mbps |
600 |
3,500 |
12 Mbps |
600 |
4,550 |
15 Mbps |
600 |
5,600 |
18 Mbps |
600 |
6,500 |
21 Mbps |
600 |
7,400 |
24 Mbps |
600 |
8,400 |
27 Mbps |
600 |
9,050 |
30 Mbps |
600 |
9,700 |
33 Mbps |
600 |
10,350 |
36 Mbps |
600 |
11,000 |
39 Mbps |
600 |
11,650 |
42 Mbps |
600 |
12,300 |
45 Mbps |
600 |
12,950 |
Port Type |
Monthly Rate |
|
OC-3 |
$540 |
|
DS3 |
540 |
LaNet via Local Ethernet
This service is available to customers in the Baton Rouge metropolitan area with Ethernet connectivity to the Shared Data Center, or to agencies co-located with LaNet backbone equipment at remote locations. Connectivity is available for either 10/100 or Gigabit ports and various bandwidths. Contact OTM Network Services at225-219-4860 for information on eligibility.
Port Type |
Monthly Rate |
|
10/100 Ethernet |
$82.00 |
per port |
Gigabit Ethernet |
285.00 |
per port |
Bandwidth |
Monthly Rate |
|
1.5 Mb |
$337.50 |
|
3 Mb |
675.00 |
|
4.5 Mb |
1,012.50 |
|
6 Mb |
1,350.00 |
|
9 Mb |
2,025.00 |
|
12 Mb |
2,700.00 |
|
15 Mb |
3,375.00 |
|
18 Mb |
4,050.00 |
|
21 Mb |
4,725.00 |
A support service fee of 0.5% shall be applied to the monthly cost of any LaNet service.
How to Order
To subscribe to LaNet services:
Review the complete description of the LaNet service including all applicable terms and conditions. Decide what configuration of services best meets your organization's needs.
Complete the appropriate LaNet Service Request form.Mail or fax the form to OTM Enhanced Network Services section.
By submitting this request, the subscriber acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to all the terms and conditions outlined in the applicable LaNet Service Request.
If an agency is qualified to take the Educational Credit on its Dedicated access service, the telecommunications coordinator must submit a letter to OTM indicating the agency wishes to take advantage of this credit. Please call OTM Enhanced Network Services section if you need more information about the Educational Credit.
According to the FCC Fourth Order on Reconsideration in CC Docket No. 96-45, OTM is considered an Internet Service Provider and can provide access to the Internet for K12 and library organizations at USF discounted rates (E-rate). Please refer to the document Universal Service Fund Discounts for LaNet access for detailed information about the application process. You may also call the OTM Enhanced Network Services section with specific questions at 225-219-4860.
OTM will work with the subscriber designated contacts to arrange installation of service. The time frame for installation depends most on the availability of the circuit facilities and the equipment (router) order. Generally, four weeks is the standard installation interval.
Domain Name Services
If a Subscriber needs a domain name in the "state.la.us" or "louisiana.gov" domain space, OTM has the authority to issue the domain name. OTM can also run secondary Domain Name Services for your organization as a backup for the primary server. There is no charge for this service. Contact the OTM Enhanced Network Services section for more information. You can also obtain additional information from the Domain Name Services page.
Other Services
LaNet is designed to be a connectivity service, and does not offer services like Email, agency-specific DNS, or Web services. Subscribers must set up their own services or contract for those services with a commercial provider.
Because of the scarcity of Internet Protocol version 4 network addresses, subscribers are encouraged to use private network addresses on their local networks. This requires the use of a firewall or other translation mechanism to translate the private addresses to public addresses for traffic bound for LaNet and the Internet. OTM can provide a limited number of public IP class C addresses to Subscribers upon request. There is no charge for IP addresses, although we do require detailed information about how a subscriber intends to use the addresses. Also, should a subscriber cancel their LaNet services, they will be required to relinquish those IP addresses within 30 days of cancellation. Click on Acquiring IP Addresses to get additional information.
Canceling LaNet Service
Access to LaNet services may be terminated by submitting the LaNet Service Cancellation Request, subject to the specific terms and conditions for that service.
LaNet Service Request Forms
LaNet Service Cancellation Request
| Section | Enhanced Network Services |
| Phone | 225-219-4860 |
| FAX | 225-219-4867 |
| otm-noc@listserv.doa.la.gov | |
| US Mail | OTM Network Services |
