Satellite Internet Access FAQ

What is Satellite Internet?
Satellite Internet is an alternative to dialup, ISDN, DSL, or cable Internet.

Why Satellite Internet?
Satellite broadband connection delivers high speed internet, particularly to regional or remote locations, where Broadband ADSL or wireless are not available.

What are the minimum system requirements?
PC/ Windows: 166 MHz or faster, minimum 128 MB, Windows 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, NT or XP. Ethernet support required. Macintosh: 300 MHz or faster, minimum of 128 MB, OS 9, OS 10.1 or higher, Ethernet support required.

What can I expect with Satellite Broadband?
In general satellite broadband provides high speed satellite internet and better browsing speeds compared to Dialup.

Why is two way satellite internet communication important?
Wireless service provides high-speed data in both directions, upstream and downstream. The two-way capability means customers do not need an additional phone or cable line or the expense of a traditional dial-up ISP in order to receive broadband Internet access.

How I can change my Satellite broadband plan?
Yes. If you are changing your plan within a speed bracket no fee applies. If you are changing the speed of your plan some nominal fee applies

Is the satellite modem compatible with devices such as switches/routers?
Yes, the modem can be used in conjunction with most switches/routers to share the connection between multiple PCs.

Will the weather affect the internet connection?
In most cases the weather will not affect the internet connection. When weather conditions are not optimal, the technology then increases the power to maintain the connection

What hardware is required to connect to Satellite Broadband?
The hardware includes the following: A modem is used to connect the satellite dish and computer and A dish consisting of Dish face, Block Up Converter used to send data to the satellite from the modem and Low Noise Block Down used for receiving the data from the satellite to the modem.

Can I install it myself?
Professional installation is always suggested for one way or two way satellite internet. Professional Installation where a qualified technician will come to your premises and set up your satellite hardware, or a Self-Installation, which is our do-it-yourself option

Can I use my Satellite TV dish with Satellite broadband?
Satellite dish using for satellite TV and Satellite broadband different in size and it not compatible with satellite broadband

The Advantages of Satellite Broadband
If you decide on using satellite broadband, irrespective of whether you reside in a rural or urban area, then you are really making a good choice. First, satellite broadband is very reasonably priced. Second, the speed and efficiency of it is extraordinary.