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How do I Add a Wireless Router to my Internet Continuity Setup?
Adding a wireless router to your Hughesnet Internet Continuity setup:
Where can I find my modem’s Admin and Wi-Fi password?
Where can I find my Wi-Fi password? If you have a Hughesnet® Wi-Fi modem, you’ll find your wireless (Wi-Fi) password printed on the sticker on the back of the device. Changing your Wi-Fi password It’s easy to change your Wi-Fi password. First you must access the System Control Center. The System Control Center provides access …
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How Do I Pair My Device(s) To My Hughesnet Modem?
Should I Update To A Browser With TLS 1.3?
What is TLS? TLS is an acronym for “Transport Layer Security” and it establishes a secure, reliable, and private connection. TLS is important to keep your data safe, your online payments secure, and to keep your devices safe. Why do I need TLS 1.3? Many services, such as PayPal, strongly encourage TLS 1.3 for transactions …
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What Is Transmission Latency?
Latency refers to the amount of time it takes a packet of data to travel across a network. With satellite service, that data must travel to and from the satellite (about 45,000 miles). This round trip adds about a half-second delay to the total time your computer takes to communicate with a website or host …
How Does A Satellite Internet Connection Work?
Step 1: A request for a Web page is sent from your computer to a satellite about 22,000 miles out in space. At this altitude, the satellite’s period of rotation (24 hours) matches the Earth’s, and the satellite always remains in the same spot over the Earth (geosynchronous orbit). Because internet via satellite is so …
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The HughesNet Wi-Fi Modem Provides Dual-band Network (2.4G Hz and 5G Hz). Which One Should I Use?
Hughesnet® Wi-Fi Modem provides two networks, a 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. Deciding which network to use, is based on your unique home set-up. 2.4 GHz has a longer range and can penetrate walls and other solid objects more easily. However, it is more susceptible to interference, so speeds may not be as high. 5 …
Where can I find the Replacement Guide for the HT2000W/HT2010W Satellite Modem?
Click here to access the Modem replacement guide.
How does Hughesnet Voice work?
Hughesnet® Voice uses advanced Voice-over-IP (VoIP) technology to deliver a feature-rich home phone service over your satellite connection. New Hughesnet customers will have their Analog Telephone Adapter (ATA) set up by their installer during the installation appointment which will route your calls through your satellite modem and dish without using your plan data. It’s as …