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WiFi for Service Providers

So, you're looking to set up your own wireless network!  As a WiFi provider, you will be the central hub of your wireless network.  You'll need to get the right equipment and configure it so that you can deliver service to your customers.

Home-Base Equipment

Here are the components in setting up your network.  For each item, a suggested item is shown with an approximate price.  Because your needs may vary and because prices fluctuate, please take these as guidelines, not exact items or prices.

  1. Internet Service - You'll need to obtain internet service from an upstream provider. Please call us to help you obtain internet service at the lowest price possible. In most cases, we suggest getting a T1 or other business-quality line. It is important to obtain static IP addresses and there are other factors that make choosing your upstream provider a key item in your WiFi setup.
    • Modem is provided by your upstream provider. Get one with at least 4 ports.
  2. Ethernet Cable - You need varying lengths of Ethernet cable to connect components together
    • Cat 6 Ethernet Cable, 7', Red, White, Yellow ($5.99 each)
    • Cat 6 Ethernet Cable, 14', Black ($8.99 each)
  3. Router - You need to provide security and distribution for your network
    • Linksys WAP54GS SpeedBoost Router ($69.00)
  4. Internal Antenna - You want to improve the signal distribution for your home-base location. The standard antenna on the router is a 2dBi antenna. You'll want to replace it with a 7dBi antenna.
    • Linksys HGA7T Antenna Kit ($49.99)
  5. Signal Booster - to improve the performance of your network, you'll need a signal booster. The maximum that is allowed is a 500mW booster.
    • Hawking HSB2 Hi-Gain WiFi Signal Booster ($79.99)
  6. Cable - you need cable to connect your antenna to the equipment below. You need enough length to reach the equipment. Choose the shortest length possible. Why? Cable length reduces the performance of your network.
    • Hawking HAC30N 10' Cable ($22.99)
    • Hawking 30' Cable ($34.99)
  7. Tripod - your antenna needs to be securely mounted to your home or office building.
    • WeatherShack 7716 Tripod ($65.00)
  8. Antenna - consider whether your clients require directional or omnidirectional WiFi delivery.  Click here to learn more about how to choose the right antenna.
    • Hawking HAO9SIP 9dBi omni-directional antenna kit ($99.99).
 
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