NetCrate Model 1.2a
Multi-carrier connectivity gateway with automatic failover for disaster relief operations. Starlink satellite as primary with T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T cellular backup.
Key Features
- Starlink Gen 2, Gen 3, or Mini satellite connectivity
- T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T cellular failover
- Dual WiFi networks (staff + public)
- 256Wh LiFePO4 battery backup
- Ruggedized portable case
Technical Specifications
Connectivity
| Satellite | Starlink Gen 2 or Gen 3 Standard or Starlink Mini |
| Cellular | T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T with automatic failover |
| WiFi | Dual-band AC1200 (2.4GHz + 5GHz) |
| Networks | 2x physically separate (Private + Public) |
Power
| AC Input | 100-240V, 50/60Hz (auto-detect) |
| DC Input | 12V DC |
| Battery | 256Wh LiFePO4 |
| Runtime | ~1 hour (full system including Starlink) |
| Charging | ~10 hours (1A charge rate) |
Physical
| Case | Ruggedized, weather-resistant |
| Antennas | 11x external (3x cellular, 8x WiFi) |
| Indicators | Blue LED status lights |
| Operating Temp | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Deployment
| Setup Time | Under 5 minutes |
| Configuration | Pre-configured, customer activates services |
| Portability | Self-contained in single case |
| Documentation | Activation guide + user manual included |
Network Architecture
Private Network
Purpose: Staff operations, command communications, mission-critical data
Priority: Highest bandwidth allocation, full-speed access
Security: WPA2-PSK, isolated from public network
Admin Access: Network configuration and monitoring
Public Network
Purpose: Public WiFi access, shelter residents, civilian communications
Priority: Rate-limited to preserve bandwidth for staff operations
Security: WPA2-PSK, cannot access private network or admin
Isolation: Completely separated from staff operations
Failover & Redundancy
Automatic Failover Logic
1. Primary: Starlink Satellite
High-bandwidth satellite connection via Starlink Gen 2, Gen 3, or Mini. Typically 50-150 Mbps down, 10-20 Mbps up.
2. Failover: Multi-carrier Cellular
If Starlink drops, automatically switches to cellular (T-Mobile, Verizon, or AT&T). Bandwidth varies by location and carrier.
3. Recovery: Automatic Return
When Starlink reconnects, system automatically switches back to satellite as primary connection.
Status Monitoring
Front panel LED indicators show connection status in real-time:
- Power: Blue when system powered on
- Private/Public: Blue when WiFi networks active
- T-Mobile: Blue when connected
- Verizon: Blue when connected
- AT&T: Blue when connected
Activation & Setup
Customer Activates Services
NetCrate ships pre-configured. Customer activates cellular data plans and Starlink service on their own accounts.
Monthly costs (customer responsibility):
- • T-Mobile: ~$20-40/month
- • Verizon: ~$20-40/month
- • AT&T: ~$20-40/month
- • Starlink: ~$120/month
Activation Guides Included
Detailed step-by-step activation guides walk through:
- • Activating cellular SIM cards
- • Activating Starlink account
- • Connecting Starlink to NetCrate
- • System verification procedures
- • Troubleshooting common issues
Deployment Ready
Once activated, deployment takes under 5 minutes:
- 1. Position Starlink dish with clear sky view
- 2. Connect Starlink to NetCrate
- 3. Power on NetCrate
- 4. Wait 2-3 minutes for connections
- 5. Connect devices to WiFi networks
Questions about NetCrate?
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