Setting up your wireless network is simple once you’ve received satellite Internet from your provider. But you’ll have to do it yourself. Since the satellite Internet provider can only set you up with the service, they won’t offer support for setting up the wireless network.

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Step 1 – Is Your Computer Properly Equipped?

If you have an older computer, you may need a network adapter, but new ones usually have built-in wireless networking. You’ll also need to make sure your computer is currently running an up-to-date operating system and anti-virus software. These are both necessary to ensure that your wireless network, high-speed satellite, and computer don’t come to any harm.

Step 2 – Purchase Proper Equipment for External Wireless Networking

You’ll need two pieces of equipment: wireless router and a CAT5 cable. Cables usually come with the router, but if not, they’re easy to come by at most computer stores. You can spend anywhere from $10 to $60,000 for a router, either online or at your local computer store.

Don’t invest in the cheaper end of the router spectrum, because you’ll only find yourself wanting a new one sooner rather than later, and the routers on the very expensive end of the spectrum are not designed for at-home use-these high-end routers are required for large scale wireless networks.

Your best bet for your home wireless satellite network is a reliable brand like Belkin or Linksys, usually around $40. Check out online reviews before you purchase a router to make sure it meets your needs.

Step 3 – How to Set-up Your Wireless Network

After you get satellite Internet and before you get started setting up the wireless satellite Internet network, read the router’s user manual and follow all the safety precautions. Once you have the knowledge, then you can place the router near your satellite Internet modem. The CAT5 cable should be connected to the modem’s LAN port on one end and the WAN port on the wireless router on the other end.

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Step 4 – How Do I Connect the Network?

Set-up the connection according to the manual. Software may need to be loaded onto your computer at this stage, and a USB adapter (see Step 1) may need to be plugged in if you don’t have wi-fi built into your computer.

Step 5 – Wireless Satellite Internet Privacy

Your network will prompt you to password-protect your connection – follow the instructions. Password-protecting your wireless satellite connection will ensure that only your household can use it, ensuring that the download speed remains high.