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We want to tether our jetpack to a computer
skipheart7
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‎05-19-2017 12:09 PM

We want to hardwire our jetpack to my husband's computer but will that disable the wifi connection to other devices? Is it an either/or situation?

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Re: We want to tether our jetpack to a computer
ranchguy
Enthusiast - Level 2
‎05-23-2017 09:16 PM

You can get a wireless usb adapter for a desktop computer that doesn't have wireless for $10 to $20 or so if that happens to be the reason for wiring.  As mentioned you can wirelessly connect to certain routers or network extenders (at least I think an extender would work) to connect to Ethernet.  The 4G usb modem connected to a router works, but makes portability inconvenient if you use that.  But if portability isn't that important, I think I'd go with a 4G router instead.

I had satellite internet until '12, then I switched to a jetpack through Millenicom.  I had a Cradlepoint router that automatically connected when the jetpack was turned on.  I switched to the usb plug in option, got it used for about $13, it was handier being automatic and not dealing with the jetpack.  Worked well, so what you want works fine.  I then switched to a regional cell provider that has slower speeds but much higher cap for less money.  I also have a cell signal booster to get a usable signal in the house​ with either carrier.

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Re: We want to tether our jetpack to a computer
Ann154
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‎05-19-2017 03:38 PM

It is an either/or.

Your description of your home network arrangement would work better if you had a 4G LTE USB modem plugged into a compatible WiFi router. The router then broadcasts the Wi-Fi signal and provides a wired connection to other devices.

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Re: We want to tether our jetpack to a computer
John_Getzke
Champion - Level 1
‎05-22-2017 05:34 AM

> We want to hardwire our jetpack to my husband's computer but will that disable the wifi connection to other devices?

Yes. Tethering on Jetpacks will disable the WiFi broadcasting feature that allows multiple devices to access the VZW network at the same time.

>  Is it an either/or situation?

Yes. Verizon has better devices that can offer shared Ethernet cable and WiFi connections such as the 4G LTE router or a USB Modem + Compatible Home Router combo.

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Re: We want to tether our jetpack to a computer
ranchguy
Enthusiast - Level 2
‎05-23-2017 09:16 PM

You can get a wireless usb adapter for a desktop computer that doesn't have wireless for $10 to $20 or so if that happens to be the reason for wiring.  As mentioned you can wirelessly connect to certain routers or network extenders (at least I think an extender would work) to connect to Ethernet.  The 4G usb modem connected to a router works, but makes portability inconvenient if you use that.  But if portability isn't that important, I think I'd go with a 4G router instead.

I had satellite internet until '12, then I switched to a jetpack through Millenicom.  I had a Cradlepoint router that automatically connected when the jetpack was turned on.  I switched to the usb plug in option, got it used for about $13, it was handier being automatic and not dealing with the jetpack.  Worked well, so what you want works fine.  I then switched to a regional cell provider that has slower speeds but much higher cap for less money.  I also have a cell signal booster to get a usable signal in the house​ with either carrier.

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Re: We want to tether our jetpack to a computer
vzw_customer_support
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‎05-25-2017 09:31 PM

Ranchguy has a solid idea on connecting your computer to the Jetpack, it sounds like you would benefit more from keeping the WiFi signal broadcasting. Please let us know how this works for you.

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