Hardware Packages & Installation


Package Details:

Entry Level Package:

Antenna: Ubiquiti LTU Wireless CPE
Router:
Linksys EA3650 AC1200+ Dual-band WiFi Router
Package Overview: This router provides roughly 1000sq ft of WiFi coverage and is capable of delivering connections speeds of 100-120mb/s.


High Performance Package:

Antenna: Ubiquiti LTU Wireless CPE
Router:
Linksys WRT32x AC3200 Dual-band WiFi Gaming Router
Package Overview: This router provides over 1200sq ft of WiFi coverage and is capable of delivering maximum speeds of from 200mb/s-500mb/s.


Business Service Package:

Antenna: Ubiquiti LTU Pro Wireless CPE
Router:
Protectli Vault Micro Firewall Appliance – 4 Port Gigabit Router
Package Overview: The router included in this package is a wired ethernet router capable of speeds up to 1gb/s. This router does not include wireless capabilities by default, but can be added on by request.
Additionally, included in our portfolio of business IT services, we provide small business and enterprise-grade wired and multi-access point wireless deployment services.
For businesses that would also like to host a relay we can add that to your installation upon request.
As the size and requirements of our business customers are all unique the cost for installation is done on a per-case basis, where a bid will be provided upon the initial site inspection.


Relay Host Package:

Antenna: Various
Router:
Linksys WRT32x AC3200 Dual-band WiFi Gaming Router
Relay Revenue:
$0.01/GB
Package Overview: As relays serve the essential core function of growing our network in size and speed by providing bandwidth to customers around them the minimum router required is our Linksys WRT32X router capable of handling a faster connection speed than our entry level router, though other router options are also available. This also means that, by necessity, we work to deliver the fastest connection possible to our relay hosts.

Each relay is designed and built on a case-by-base basis to both maximize it’s benefit to the network as well as the revenue it earns for the owner. The price listed here is the entry level price for a basic relay, but depending on the location and the amount the customer is willing to invest in their relay can be built with higher performance equipment and multiple receiving and transmitting antennas.


Relay Hosting Disclaimers:

While relays do provide the owner a certain revenue, purchasing a relay should not be considered a profit-making investment. Relay earnings fluctuate over time depending on the number of customers around you, as well as their overall bandwidth usage. While there are certain circumstances in which a relay might earn a profit, most relays earn enough to significantly and sometimes entirely subsidize a customers service cost.

Anyone has the option (and is encouraged) to host a relay, not all locations are well suited for a relay at the time of their initial customer installation. If this is the case and you wish to host a relay we will keep you on a wait list and notify you at such time when hosting a relay would be practical.


Disclaimers and Notes Concerning Equipment and Installation Costs:

As we sell all equipment at cost we cannot currently provide any lower prices. While we offer a quality of service that provides faster speeds and lower costs than other internet providers, we do understand that the upfront cost can be a barrier for entry in some cases. Because of this we offer to work with every customer on a per-case basis to establish an initial payment plan that best works for them.

We are continually working on ways we can provide equipment, installations, and the cost of our service itself at an ever lower cost to our customers. Along these lines we are also working on plans to be able to provide subsidized equipment, installation, and service fees for low-income families and other demographics in need.

Lastly, due to the continually and quickly changing landscape of supply chains for electronics, and other supplies related to our installations, these prices are subject to possible change. However any change in cost will promptly communicated to all present and future customers on our website and other forms of direct communications.

Thank you in advance for your understanding. We look forward to continuing to grow our network and providing best-in-class services to residents of the Missoula and Bitterroot valley’s for many years to come.