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by BDF1234
Thu Jan 28, 2021 12:45 pm
Forum: General and Unclassified
Topic: First Build, Mofi replacement, Budget $500(ish)
Replies: 13
Views: 5601

Re: First Build, Mofi replacement, Budget $500(ish)

Many thanks for your reply! That is very helpful information. I'm so glad you answered my antenna placement question. That definitely saved me some frustration and trial and error time. I will plan to install a fan on a thermostat in the attic, pointed at the modem. And look at some additional heats...
by BDF1234
Thu Jan 28, 2021 9:10 am
Forum: Questions and Support
Topic: Looking to improve signal
Replies: 21
Views: 14386

Re: Looking to improve signal

Gaddman, I have a similar situation to you and I just stumbled upon your thread because I googled "Cross-Polarized 600-2700 MHz MIMO Outdoor Panel Antenna". I live in a rural Iowa town where Viasat/Hughes is only option. So, I've spent hours researching alternatives and looked at weBoost ...
by BDF1234
Thu Jan 28, 2021 5:51 am
Forum: MoFi Routers
Topic: Mofi4500 SIM7 + T-Mobile = throttled
Replies: 14
Views: 20313

Re: Mofi4500 SIM7 + T-Mobile = throttled

The MoFi SIM7 normally comes with a low end Quectel EC25-AF (CAT-4 with no CA) modem, which is throttled by some carriers and/or plans (like Tmoblile). You could upgrade to an EP06-A or better yet an EM12 with an mPCIe to M.2 adapter (thewirelesshaven.com carries those items) or switch carriers. I ...
by BDF1234
Wed Jan 27, 2021 7:25 am
Forum: MoFi Routers
Topic: Mofi4500 Sim7 Dual Modem
Replies: 1
Views: 2427

Re: Mofi4500 Sim7 Dual Modem

If you find the answer to this, please share it. I have this same question. It would also be nice if I could choose which modem I want to use at any given time.
by BDF1234
Wed Jan 27, 2021 7:23 am
Forum: MoFi Routers
Topic: Mofi4500 SIM7 + T-Mobile = throttled
Replies: 14
Views: 20313

Re: Mofi4500 SIM7 + T-Mobile = throttled

Just FYI, the modem in a Sim 7 Mofi is Cat 4, not Cat 6. Not that its impacting speeds in this scenario.
by BDF1234
Tue Jan 26, 2021 11:02 am
Forum: General and Unclassified
Topic: First Build, Mofi replacement, Budget $500(ish)
Replies: 13
Views: 5601

First Build, Mofi replacement, Budget $500(ish)

Hi – New member here looking for some guidance. Sorry for the long post. If you are willing to read it, then you have my sincere thanks! I just discovered this awesome site and wish I had known about it 12 months ago when we moved to the country. I am looking to assemble my first build, but would li...
by BDF1234
Sun Jan 24, 2021 9:27 am
Forum: Misc Modem Cards and Dongles
Topic: Options for plain modem -> ethernet solution (already have a good router)
Replies: 4
Views: 2102

Re: Options for plain modem -> ethernet solution (already have a good router)

Hi - Just wondering what you decided to do. I have a similar situation and am trying to figure out the best way to approach it. Thanks.

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