I need internet and wifi but it's complicated

katoomer wrote:
I would like to put wifi with my own internet connection in our coach. But it's not that easy for me. I need at least 2 LAN ports for my Sonos music system and a NAS to store music.
I also need the capability to change out wifi providers. I need one for Canada ( I use Telus)
and then maybe Verizon or whomever for U.S.A.. Must be capable of handling numerous devices. The bit of research I've done has me looking at a Cradlepoint Router that will connect to a MIFI hotspot. I'm just not sure if it will allow me to change hotspots back and forth when I cross the border. I'm had enough of RV park wifi and data roaming fees.
Any suggestions?

Your CradlePoint router solution will work fine. Just make sure it is one that has Wifi as WAN capability. I do the same thing and use a CradlePoint CTR-35 and a Novatel 4620LE Jet Pack from Millenicom on the Verizonwireless network. The CTR-35 only has one Ethernet port, but you could connect a small switch to it.

Not really that complicated. You need a separate router that's capable of client bridge(CB) mode. Basically, the CB router is connecting via WiFi from your mobile MiFi or hotspot device. It's acting similar to a USB wireless adapter on your laptop, but allows you to connect other computers or devices via Ethernet cables.

You just go into the CB router setup, and input your MiFi's SSID, encryption type, and password so it will auto connect. It has to be on the same network(sub-net) but different IP address. Then just connect your other devices using Ethernet cables to the CB router. You can always change the CB router setup to accommodate different MiFi or WiFi hotspot devices.

You can buy CB routers which make the process fairly straightforward. Many of the newer routers use wizards for configuration. Or recycle a compatible router and flash with third party ROM such as DD-WRT. In fact, I've picked up numerous Linksys routers from Goodwill for $4.-$6. and just flash the ROM. A little intimidating the first time, about 30-minutes, but not really that difficult.

whistlebritches wrote:
Imho, the telecommunication giants are really ripping people off on this internet service. $70/mo, that's ridiculous. Has anyone read the articles about how we have the slowest internet and pay 3 to 4 times more for it, than other countries overseas?

And your point is?

Imho, the telecommunication giants are really ripping people off on this internet service. $70/mo, that's ridiculous. Has anyone read the articles about how we have the slowest internet and pay 3 to 4 times more for it, than other countries overseas?

Milencom. 20 GB a month on a month to month plan for around 70 dollars. All on the Verizon network.

I use a Secure Wireless Verizon USB Aircard/Wifi that allows up to 5 connections and I am grandfathered with unlimited data and time. Although my plan is no long available to purchase they do have different levels of data service offered with Wifi connection.

Works great for me coast to coast.