A couple weeks ago I asked if anyone was using ATT wireless for a remote data provider. No replies. I may now understand why.
I’ve been struggling to find out how to use a cellular provider at my remote site. I originally tried the basic AT&T wireless MiFi, but there isn’t a static IP address. After many discussions with AT&T in person, by phone and on-line, I’ve concluded that their mobile wireless is not an option. A static IP address is not available except as a costly business solution.
Verizon has a free IP address with a $500 initial setup fee, but it looks like the IP address may be on their private network. I don’t know if that would work. Their signal strength is poor at my QTH so I’m not pursuing it.
Sprint may have an answer. I think I can get a simple data plan with a Netgear Aircard (similar to the ATT setup), but they can provide a public IP address for $3 extra per month.
Does anyone have any experience using the Sprint service at a remote site? I currently have ATT service so I'd still like to hear from ATT users.
Regards,
Dick
N4RA
