I have been using a Verizon 4G LTE network extender for several years. I'm transitioning to StarLink for my isp. How do I get the network extender to connect with the StarLink modem? The StarLink box has nowhere for external connections.
Some Starlink routers have a built-in Ethernet port while others do not.
If your Starlink router does have built-in Ethernet, use an Ethernet cable to connect your Verizon 4G LTE Network Extender directly to your router. If you have other devices that also need to be connected to the router via Ethernet, get a network switch, connect that to the router, and connect each device to it.
If your Starlink router does not have built-in Ethernet, you will need a Starlink Ethernet Adapter for your Starlink kit. If you are using a Starlink Standard Kit, you can use the Starlink Ethernet Adapter for Starlink Standard Kit, which is sold by both Starlink and Best Buy for $24.99. You can buy it directly from Starlink by signing into starlink.com or the Starlink mobile app and visiting the Shop, or from Best Buy at this link: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/ethernet-adapter-for-starlink-standard-kit-gray/6568226.p?skuId=6568226.
Once you receive the adapter, you will need to connect it to your Starlink system.
The adapter will have two ends: One that has a micro-USB connector and one that has an Ethernet port and micro-USB connector (port).
Below your Starlink router, you will find two plugs: A power plug and a satellite plug. The satellite plug is the one that connects your Starlink satellite ("Dishy") to your Starlink router, and it will likely be the only cable you have going to the outside of your home for your Starlink setup.
You will need to remove this plug from your Starlink router. Then, plug the Ethernet adapter into the router in its place. Then, take the Satellite cable and plug it into the micro-USB port on the Ethernet adapter.
Give your Starlink system a few minutes to recalibrate while your satellite turns back on (that single cable is what the satellite gets power from, so unplugging it and plugging it back in restarts the system).
Once your system is back on (you can check by seeing if you can access the Internet on one of your devices), connect the Verizon 4G LTE Network Extender to your Starlink Ethernet adapter using the Ethernet cable you used with it before. Then, provide your Verizon 4G LTE Network Extender with power and allow it to turn on. Once it's online, it will have access to the Internet and resume broadcasting Verizon 4G LTE network signal.
You should find that the Verizon 4G LTE Network Extender is now working properly as it did with your previous ISP.
Hope this helps!
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