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We have used Verizon for about 10 years or more whether on our ocean going boat or motorboat. Naturally on the boat you had to be in range. We use it month by month when we travel with the motorhome. Buy a cable plug one end in the bottom of the Verizon phone and the other in USB. It does take a special phone that has the port on the bottom where the charger is on some models. It is called BBA, Broadband Band Access. Look on a Verizon map they seem to have the most coverage anywhere in the U.S.
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kcattacam
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Dear Mr, Wizard - etal
So - ok... I am new! Just joined today. Actually, I do not even currently own an MH - expect to in 30 to 60 days if all goes well and that is a diffeent subject all together.
I will be a full timer once we do. I currently depend on high speed internet access and have top speed connection through cable (Charter) with 6 household computers attached .... once we go FT in our soon to be MH I will have one desk top and one lap top.
I have pretty much decided to go with the Sprint/Nextel wireless internet service for many reasons (problems with Veriszon and ATT). Cell phones are separate through Tracphone on pay as you go basis and that will stay that way (no need to screw with attaching my pc's to my phone).
I have perused some of the posts here and so far have not come up with a definiteve answer to my question which is. How do I hook both computers up to the Sprint wireless USB modem... what do I need to do this (or perhaps the first question - CAN I do this)
Mike
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joelmyer
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kcattacam wrote:Dear Mr, Wizard - etal
How do I hook both computers up to the Sprint wireless USB modem... what do I need to do this (or perhaps the first question - CAN I do this)
Mike
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MrWizard
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yes
you want a 3g router, it connects to the usb modem, and acts the same as your current 'cable router'
you can be wired/Ethernet or wifi , between router and the PC's
I can explain it to you.
But I Can Not understand it for you !
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kcattacam
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Thank you Joelmeyer & Mr Wizard...
I just purchased the CradlePoint MBR1000 from 3g and expect delivery early next week.
I was also looking at the auxilary antennas and am keen on the larger unit with the built in ground plain set up.
I basically have three questions here.
1: does anybody have any reccomendations as to size or model, and how to best mount it to the MH - any problems with clearance issues and such.
2: I note they sell a ligntning/surg protector - but it requires grounding... it would seem that this would not work well in a MH - any thoughts or comments on this?
3: is 3G the best place to purchase such an antenna, or would a local marker such as RadioShack or camping world.... maybe Frys be a cheaper and better place to find one.
Any input on boosting the signal from your own experiences would be much appreciated.
Thank you
Mike
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bill h
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kcattacam wrote:
I was also looking at the auxilary antennas and am keen on the larger unit with the built in ground plain set up.
I basically have three questions here.
1: does anybody have any reccomendations as to size or model, and how to best mount it to the MH - any problems with clearance issues and such.
I have used a Wilson trucker antenna for years with good result. My present LG Dare seems to need it a lot for Verizon voice coverage, even when I am in sight of their tower. The Dare needs the antenna less for tethering, though. If I were shopping today, I would also look at the Cyfre Super Trucker antenna.
Quote:3: is 3G the best place to purchase such an antenna, or would a local marker such as RadioShack or camping world.... maybe Frys be a cheaper and better place to find one.
Avoid radio Shack or Frys. Neither has any knowledge or experienced employees in that area. CW can be either way, depending on who quit or who got hired this week.
I have not used a booster amplifier, but you might think about it. A lot of people report great improvements by adding an amp to a good antenna.
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BCam
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I'm pretty good when it comes to technology but doesn't this all strike you as pretty complex, unpredictable and expensive? Fifty-four pages of often conflicting suggestions, wow!
I wonder when the industry will wake up and offer a simple, affordable means of accessing the internet when on the road periodically for relatively short periods of time without committing to a long-term high monthly fee.
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AlexSian
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BCam wrote:I wonder when the industry will wake up and offer a simple, affordable means of accessing the internet when on the road periodically for relatively short periods of time without committing to a long-term high monthly fee.
already possible. just get a verizon EVDO Rev-A phone and you can activate/deactivate the "data feature" which allows you to tether to your computer for high speed access when/where you need it.
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BCam
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OK, then explain to me why the following response makes EVDO sound so expensive, plus there are differing opinions as to the "facts":
http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/21365207/gotomsg/21366435.cfm#21366435
I already spend $50+ for my home internet and $70 for our cell phones. I don't want to spend another $60 or so per month with a 2-year commitment for the convenience of connecting now and then while on the road. I want to spend a few dollars for a few days or couple of weeks, pay nothing for two or three months, pay for a few days and so on.
If I'm missing something, please explain.
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kcattacam
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BCam - well... I am there .... currently (I HAD) cable internet, Vonage VOIP phone service whuich is GREAT and a pay as you go TracPhone cell phone.... I need the ability for full time anywhere internet.
I just received my broadband internet device from Sprint - works great, the unit is FREE and the service is $60 month for 5 GB of data -- I could not use that much data throughput in 3 months and I am on the internet 24/7. I just receved my new Cradlepoint MBR1000 from 3g store. FANTASTIC I had my cable modem hooked in to a Linksys wi-fi and had 4 computers attached hard wire and 0ne wi-fi..... NOW I have the same hooked up to the MBR1000 withthe sprint service. Yes it is slightly slower but If I attached an external atenna (I will do once I get the MH I want) I will be fine... no problems now and I wont have more than two computers once we do the FT thing.---
Now I havbe full time wireless internet connection and I also Have my Vonage phones attached to my main computer --- IT ALL WORKS GREAT. So what is my bottom line: I was paying Charter $120 a month for their famous "Bundle" crap, $30 to Vonage for unlimited long distance phone and Trac phone on a pay as I go - about $120 per YEAR.... Now I pay Sprint $60 a month and am able to use my computer just about anywhere (That I will be going anyway) and if I keep Vonage, $30 a month... and of course, Tracphone pay as I go... which I can throw in the trash any time I choose... likely will keep it - I like it......
oh - the MBR1000 cost me 200 - but now its mine - no rental fees...
Cut to the chase, I cut my monthly bill down by $60 and have total freedom --- my laptop on wi-fi even works better because of the level 5 protocol that the MBR1000 uses... an take it 10 campers down and still be on our wi-fi!
Hard wired phone & cable with their high cost and "bundle" games can take a leap!
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