Pepwave Cellular Internet Equipment Installation

["EZ"]

That’s a tough one and ideally a shop that has done it a lot To start. You might try a small RV repair/upgrade shop that can demonstrate they have the know how and if they do satellite installations for dish or direct tv (or maybe even a WiFi Ranger dealer) would be a better choice as they probably know RV’s better since you are looking at a roof mount antenna most likely for optimal performance.

Sheridany, what equipment package do you have? Are you happy with it?

 

["EZ"]

Happy to help in Palmcatraz @NWIP as needed. I think you should pick up some Drainmaster components so we can use my new ginsu set on your new coach!

Neal, I know you have the Mack Daddy of all setups and it's probably more than I need. I see you've upgraded a few times as well. Just curious, what do you do with your old equipment? Last years model so to speak? Can you trade that stuff in or do you have any you might want to sell?

 

["EZ"]

EZ, if you want to investigate a reseller, go to the peplink site. Certified Distributors, Partners & Resellers- Peplink
Momentum Telecom in Kennesaw is kinda close. Maybe give them a call. I would reccomend you get a quality antenna and roof mount it if you do a professional installation.

VTPete, what all do you have in your set up? Have you gotten the latest and greatest equipment like Neal? Are you happy with yours?

 

[sheridany]

Sheridany, what equipment package do you have? Are you happy with it?

I don’t have any of the gear as I was trying to make some suggestions to find a place that could help you do the install. I think the others that offered advice of going slowly is spot on until you find the best solution for you.

 

[Neal]

Neal, I know you have the Mack Daddy of all setups and it's probably more than I need. I see you've upgraded a few times as well. Just curious, what do you do with your old equipment? Last years model so to speak? Can you trade that stuff in or do you have any you might want to sell?

Once I get my new unit installed and satisfied with the setup I'll sell my pepwave MAX BR1 MK2 and BR1 MINI (with wan license). Not sure when that will happen but these two units are awesome, I'm just doing a tech refresh but the performance of these are both great and ideal for 99% out there. I'll list them in the classifieds here when that time comes.

 

[lemondrop9344]

Lemon Drop, what equipment package are you using? Are you happy with it?

EZ,
I am using the Peplink Max Transit CAT-18. I have a Poynting 7-1 antenna which I will install once I figure out where. Supposedly the antenna comes with cables which are optimized (length of around 6') for the antenna. I made a conscious decision to go this route with both the CAT-18 & the antenna. Are there other options, of course. Some more expensive, some less expensive. Ballpark, I would say I'm into it around $1,200 - $1,300 for all including, activation charges for SIM cards.
I purchased my unit from MobileMustHave. Based on my experience, I would have no reservation in recommending them. They have an add on package where they will spend an hour or so with you via a Zoom meeting to go thru the set up of any unit you buy from them.
So far I am very happy with the unit.

 

[VTPete]

VTPete, what all do you have in your set up? Have you gotten the latest and greatest equipment like Neal? Are you happy with yours?

I detailed my setup here: Notes on Pepwave Maxtransit Cat 18 Modem setup

 

[MapNerd]

I have a MoFi 4500 SIM 7 Combo. Bought it here (MOFI4500-4GXeLTE-SIM7_COMBO [MOFI4500-4GXeLTE-SIM7_COMBO] - $284.99) came with everything needed.

popped in the Sim. Basic setup. Decent internet before I tweaked anything.

 

[lemondrop9344]

EZ,
Have you installed your Mobile Mark antenna yet? If so, have you noticed any improvement in either cellular of WiFi performance? If you have installed the antennae, was it in the front, middle, or, rear of the coach.

 

["EZ"]

EZ,
Have you installed your Mobile Mark antenna yet? If so, have you noticed any improvement in either cellular of WiFi performance? If you have installed the antennae, was it in the front, middle, or, rear of the coach.

Lemon Drop, I haven't bought or installed anything yet.