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Wireless Internet Access Service
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Midcoast Internet Solutions is proud to announce new wireless service options for customers throughout the region.
All business wireless plans include 20mb of server space and free virtual domain hosting services! Click the link for more details on the DomainLite hosting plan.
There are now two services that are available (depending upon your location.)
* MIS Platinum Wireless
* MIS Gold Wireless
* Current Setup Cost
* Frequently Asked Questions
* Request Service
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MIS Platinum Wireless
$89.95 per month*
Dedicated 24/7 access
Up to 2Mbps Download / 2 Mbps Upload
8 email addresses
Internet service for the subscriber's small business network. 20 mb server space
50-hour per month dialup plan for traveling or backup purposes
(*based on typical usage for a small business network. MIS will provide custom quotes for large networks.)(*Actual downstream and upstream transmission speeds may vary depending on signal strength and other factors.)
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MIS Gold Wireless
$50 per month*
Dedicated 24/7 access
Up to 1 Mbit Download / 1 Mbit upload
4 email addresses 20 mb server space
50-hour per month dialup plan for traveling or backup purposes
(*includes internet connectivity for up to four computers. MIS will provide custom quotes for larger networks.)(*Actual downstream and upstream transmission speeds may vary depending on signal strength and other factors.)
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Current setup costs:
There is a one-time $99.95 installation fee in effect with a one-year service contract. The standard external or internal antenna, radio, and broadband router/firewall are owned by MIS. There is a $100 additional fee for installations on islands except for Islesboro, North Haven, Squirrel Island, Matinicus or Monhegan. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q) What exactly is wireless? What frequencies does it use?
A) MIS is a pioneer in the field of broadband wireless wide area networking, providing service for Maine customers since 1997. We have worked closely with the manufacturer of the equipment we utilize to create the fastest, most stable and secure network of its type available. MIS utilizes 900MHz, 2.4GHz, and 5.xGHz frequency bands to provide services to meet the unique demands of our customers and is always working hard to stay on the leading edge of this technology.
Q) Will this allow me to use my laptop anywhere on my property?
A) No, this is a point-to-point wireless system between a fixed radio unit at your location and one of our many access points. "Wi-Fi" is a local area network system that would allow you to have roaming connectivity in your home or office.
Q) I have a 900MHz wireless phone and/or a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi router in my home, will these interfere with the service?
A) MIS Wireless systems utilize frequency hopping and spread spectrum technology which minimize interference and cross-talk. However, careful placement of other radio frequency transmitting equipment is needed. Please contact us for more information on this subject.
Q) You mentioned Line of Sight, what does that mean?
A) 2.4GHz and 5.xGHz wireless services require direct line of sight. Clear line of sight is defined as a straight path between your location and our access point with no obstruction. 900MHz frequencies are able to penetrate foliage, but not earth and other solid obstructions and there is a distance limit of under two miles.
Q) How do I know if I can get service?
A) At your request we will send one of our wireless technicians to your location to conduct a site survey. Click on the link below to go to our Wireless Site Survey request form. The on-site survey performed by our certified technicians will verify whether or not you can receive the signal from one of our access points. There is no charge for checking service availability, however there are costs involved for traveling to islands; please contact us if this will be needed.
Q) Do you offer seasonal service?
A) We currently offer a seasonal plan for our customers.
It requires a minimum of five continuous months of service during
the calendar year at the regular rate,
and allows up to seven months off-season billing at $20 per month.
The off season rate includes email access via our website but does not provide broadband access. Please contact us for more details on this plan.
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| Location |
Town |
Gold |
Platinum |
Gold 900MHz |
| Sagadahoc County Court House |
Bath |
X |
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| Perry's Nuthouse |
Belfast |
X |
X |
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| The Green Store |
Belfast |
X |
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| Quarry Hill |
Camden |
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X |
| John St & Simonton Rd |
Camden |
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X |
| Rt.52/Megunticook |
Camden |
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X |
| Knox Mill |
Camden |
X |
X |
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| Ragged Mountain |
Camden |
X |
X |
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| 21 Elm St. |
Camden |
X |
X |
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| Wayfarer Marine |
Camden |
X |
X |
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| Quarry Point Road |
Edgecomb |
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X |
| Route 1 and Old County Rd. |
Glen Cove |
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X |
X |
| Hatchet Mountain Updated! |
Hope |
X |
X |
X |
| Martzville/South Hope |
Hope |
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X |
X |
| Water Tower |
Isle of Springs |
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X |
X |
| 2nd Baptist Church |
Islesboro |
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X |
| Dark Harbor |
Islesboro |
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X
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| Salt Shed New! |
Islesboro |
X |
X |
X
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| School Updated! |
Islesboro |
X |
X |
X
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| Main Road |
Matinicus |
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X |
| Metinic |
Metinic |
X |
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| Water Tower |
Monhegan |
X |
X |
X |
| Water Tower |
North Haven |
X |
X |
X |
| Oak Hill |
North Haven |
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X |
| Kent Cove |
North Haven |
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X |
Jackson Hill New! |
Northport |
X |
X |
X |
| South Shore Drive & Rose Hill |
Owls Head |
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X |
| Knox County Regional Airport |
Owls Head |
X |
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| Oak Run |
Owls Head |
X |
X |
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| Ash Point & Granite Point |
Owls Head |
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X |
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Benner Hill |
Rockland |
X |
X |
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| 62 Holmes St. |
Rockland |
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X |
Knox County Courthouse |
Rockland |
X |
X |
X |
Park & Broadway |
Rockland |
X |
X |
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| 17 & 90 Intersection |
Rockport |
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X |
| Industrial Park |
Rockport |
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X |
X |
| Pascal Ave. |
Rockport |
X |
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| Old SchoolhouseUpdated! |
Rockport |
X |
X |
X |
| Tommy's Island |
South Thomaston |
X |
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Watermans & Pleasant New! |
South Thomaston |
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X |
X |
| Water Tower |
Squirrel Island |
X |
X |
X |
Police Station, Rt.1 |
Thomaston |
X |
X |
X |
| Barrett Hill |
Union |
X |
X |
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| Clary Hill |
Union |
X |
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Seal Cove NEW! |
Vinal Haven |
X |
X |
X |
Fox Island Thoroughfare |
Vinal Haven |
X |
X |
X |
| Route 1 |
Waldoboro |
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X |
| Route 90 and 131 New! |
Warren |
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X |
X |
| Radio tower, Old Post Office Rd. |
Westport Island |
X |
X |
X |
| Lincoln County Courthouse, Rt.1 |
Wiscasset |
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X |
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