NETWORK DESIGN, INSTALLATION and MAINTENANCE by Amelo

We will provide design, implementation and support for your network. We will set up your network to share your broadband connection whether it is T1, High-Speed Cable or DSL Service. Amelo Inc will install and configure all kinds of Network devices including; Firewall's, Routers, Internet connection equipment, Cisco switches, Cable and DSL modems, Wireless Access Points, routers and gateways. Let our Engineers deal with the technical details and provide you a reliable solution.
 
Amelo Inc, an IT consulting group, designs, integrates and maintains new or existing LAN/WAN networks. Our firm is a full-service, end-to-end, IT outsourcing company in the business of solving IT problems. As professional engineers, we are trained to troubleshoot problems and effectively resolve those problems, quickly and efficiently.

Today’s technological advancement has made it possible to share resources, files, printers and Internet access. Every business needs a network to interconnect the business resources and enable communication with the business associates and the outside world. The Internet and its vast resources has also redefined the way business and communication interacts with people. Every sector of Business processes has been impacted. Not only is it crucial to create a network but also it has become necessary to ensure valuable business resources are protected from the outside world. This challenge that used to be an exclusive business concern has now gone mainstream for Home users and Home Offices due to the pervasiveness of Home Networks and Wireless Internet Access. Amelo Inc Engineers have vast expertise in dealing with these concerns in a very professional, cost effective manner.  Our Solutions will grow with your company, business, family and needs.

Network Problems we will help you solve:

Network Design and Implementation
Since the advent of the Internet, it has become crucial to design networks properly to prevent valuable (and possibly confidential) information from leaving the business. Amelo Inc specializes in network architecture, design, and implementation to prevent information from being removed or tampered with within your business. Contact Amelo Inc to have someone explain the seriousness of lost information and how Amelo Inc can help your business by providing a solid network design.

Business Network Design

Most companies today rely on some type of network. This maybe a single computer used by one or two users, to several hundred computers. These tools are the single most important item of use in any company. Every single PC or Server that you deploy within your company is there to enable company employees to make money for the business. It maybe a word processor document detailing a quote for a major project or even an email from a new customer requesting information on your services. These tools, directly or indirectly, should be making you money.

This is an important factor to take into account when designing an information structure for a business, big or small. First Stop IT have expertise in many different market sectors, and because of this we can put together a package that provides the tools you need, such as email, a network, a server and computers. The most important thing for any business though, value for money.

Setup and Configuration
Our setup and configuration involve all modules of Internetworking: DNS, DHCP, NTP, SNMP, Internet Sharing. 

Network Servers Setup

Our setup and configuration expertise includes hardware and software requirements the following Application servers; Web, Intranet, E-mail, Fax server, VPN and Remote Access servers, File server, Print server, Backup server, Filtering and Monitoring server, Authentication server.

Network Consulting
Amelo Inc offers maintenance contracts and hourly network consulting services for any time of network problem. Our maintenance contracts allow you to receive services within specified periods thus allowing you to concentrate on your business and let Amelo Inc handle or networking needs.

Network Upgrades
Amelo Inc can evaluate your existing network and make recommendations for upgrading your network for higher throughput and better performance.

As your business grows and you employ more staff or even move your company into new areas you may find that your current network isn't performing as well as it did or as it should. Your network may be several years old and require updating to the new Operating Systems and Desktop applications currently on offer. First Stop IT can offer a comprehensive service on network upgrades. We can help you choose the applications and services that you need and also the hardware required to run them. Once this decision has been made then we will install and implement your new services quickly and efficiently and minimize the impact this transition has on your day-to-day business. 

Network Firewalls
Amelo Inc can evaluate, recommend or setup your firewall and DMZ networks. We use the following firewall products: Microsoft Firewall, Microsoft ISA Server, Checkpoint Firewall, Sonic Wall Firewalls and other industry standard firewalls.

Small Business Networks
Amelo Inc offers complete networking solutions for the Small Business. We can design, implement, and explain any of the network designs discussed here (Cable, Dial-up, DSL or Satellite) or create a custom network typology, which could include such things as a wireless network. 

Business Network Design

Most companies today rely on some type of network. This maybe a single computer used by one or two users, to several hundred computers. These tools are the single most important item of use in any company. Every single PC or Server that you deploy within your company is there to enable company employees to make money for the business. It maybe a word processor document detailing a quote for a major project or even an email from a new customer requesting information on your services. These tools, directly or indirectly, should be making you money and adding to your revenue.

This is an important factor to take into account when designing an information structure for a business, big or small. Amelo Inc has the expertise and technical knowledge in several different market sectors, and because of this we can put together a package that provides the tools you need to have a very effective and functional network. Our solution will include all network core modules such as E-mail, Web server, Intranet, Application servers and Workstations. Our solution and proposal is with a lot of emphasis on value for money and return on investments. 

Network Redundancy
Amelo Inc incorporates redundancy into our network design. We work to eliminate single point of failures within the network. We recommend standby units and alternative routes of connectivity. For broadband users, we have a failover dialup access so that should you lose your broadband access, you are not totally cut off. Your mails and internet traffic are rerouted.

Remote Access Connectivity
Amelo Inc will set up your network so that you can access the network from any remote location that has an Internet access. Our VPN (Virtual Private Network) solution uses industry recognized VPN like Checkpoint VPN, Microsoft VPN, Cisco VPN to enable you to securely transfer data between your PC and your network as if you were physically within your office or home network. Let Amelo Inc improve your productivity by setting up your network. 

Network Health Checks

Does your network feel slow, do you feel you are wading through mud just to type an email or browse the web, is there doubt in your mind that when you hit the send key your mail will never get to its destination? This is just an example how some networks can perform without the correct maintenance. Many problems can be fixed very quickly and only require the intervention of a competent engineer to reinvigorate a failing network. We have a fixed cost scheme where we will come into your company, finding the network problems you are experiencing and if possible fix them on the same day. If we discover a serious network issue then we will outline a plan with costing to rectify the issues.

See our Products section to get an idea of our charges for a network health check.

Network Performance
You work hard to make your business process efficient and productive, but for some reason, your network is not performing as well as you expected. Amelo Inc can assist you by evaluating your network performance, identify bottlenecks and recommend solutions to your network problems. 

Network Security
With all direct Internet connections (Cable, DSL or Satellite), there is a very high probability that information on your private network could be tampered with from the Internet. Amelo Inc recommends that any high-speed connection to the Internet use a firewall and virus protection (on every computer) on your network. Part of our networking service is to ensure that our clients have a solid network design and will help your business understand these issues.

Backup and Recovery
Integrate a comprehensive backup plan that is reliable, this is a staple of our Network design and makes adequate provision for recovery from a disaster.

Network Maintenance Contract
How many times have you needed some information on the network but were unable to retrieve it because of network problems?

Amelo Inc can establish a maintenance contract with your business to ensure a timely fix to your problem or you can use Amelo Inc on an hourly rate and use our services as needed.

Our support program includes:

Amelo Inc provides a single point of contact for our clients.

We maintain proper and updated documentation to allow for easy review of work history and problem resolution.

A replacement engineer is cross-trained on the account to insure consistent service.

A two hour response, or less, is guaranteed for emergency calls during business hours.

Telephone and remote support is available for quick, & less expensive, fixes.

Our clients have direct access to degreed, certified engineers. 

Our Network Design Process

You are hiring an I.T. department, not just an Engineer. Our comprehensive network design process provides unsurpassed reliability, scalability and mobility. Our design capitalizes on our multi-platform capabilities and offers the best of emerging, yet proven, technologies to help our clients’ gain the competitive edge with their IT systems. 

Determine Requirements:

We place a premium value on what you want. We meet with you to:

§          Determine what is not currently working, the main complaints about their current systems

§          Obtain the technical wish list, what additional capabilities would the client like to see in their environment: remote access, server-based computing, a more stable environment, greater redundancy...

§          Determine the internal and external security priorities

§          Determine the budget

§          And finally, prioritizing the wish list given the budget

§          Present the best technical choices currently available with room for growth 

Cost:

Amelo Inc presents a proposal that defines the solution and the cost of each component, along with any additional recommendations. Our labor is either fixed price or time & materials, depending on our client's preference. 

Implementing the Solution:

Amelo Inc's implementation includes purchasing and pre-testing the equipment, installing and configuring the software, and finally delivering the hardware. On the old server, our engineers backup all data before transferring the data to the new server. The installation oftentimes requires configuring each workstation, final testing each product and training the appropriate person on any procedures, such as backing up the data.

We document the installation process with timelines.

We then train the staff, users and managers of the network.