4G/5G home internet & backup

3 min read · Updated Jul 2026

When mobile broadband beats the fixed line, and how to set it up well.

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   Antenna placement matters

   Put the 4G/5G modem near a window facing the nearest tower. One room can be the difference between two bars and full speed.

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   Check your address first

   Coverage varies street by street. We check real coverage maps at your exact address before recommending it. That check is part of every NETPAL application.

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   Use it as a safety net

   For businesses, a 4G/5G backup keeps EFTPOS and email alive if the fixed line ever goes down. Ask us about dual-connection setups.