This article will help you build a marine internet package using both Peplink and Starlink components. There are several things to consider; waterproofing, size of the boat, incorporating Starlink, how much cabling you need for different options, how to power the setup etc. All of those topics will be covered in this article.

Building a Marine Internet setup for a Sailboat or Yacht

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Building a Marine Internet setup for a Sailboat or Yacht
  • Step 1: Start with The HD1 Dome 
  • Step 2: Powering the Dome
  • Step 3: Remote Sim Injector for the HD1 Dome
  • Step 4: Incorporating Starlink (Optional)
  • Step 4: Extending the range of the Wi-Fi signal (Access Points)
• Marine Bundle Diagram
• Videos
• MIRC Article
• Starlink Data Plans
• Requesting Assistance

Step 1: Start with The HD1 Dome 

The HD1 Pro Dome 5G is the perfect place to start when building a mobile internet setup for your sailboat or yacht. It is an industrial-grade mobile router that integrates a single CAT-20/5G modem with a 4x4 MIMO cellular antenna, and now adds WIFI 6 to the package for a complete mobile Internet solution. By integrating the radio and antenna into a single dome enclosure, cellular reception is maximized with minimal loss due to antenna cables. The Dome is also waterproof and comes with cable connectors that will allow you to connect to a power source while preventing the elements from getting into the device. 

Peplink MAX HD1 Pro Dome 5G Marine Router – MobileMustHave.com

Step 2: Powering the Dome

• Managed POE switch (Recommended Option): $599-$799

• Standard 2 port POE injector: $89

Step-Up Converter:

12V DC to 56V DC Step Up Converter, Enables PoE on Supported Devices – MobileMustHave.com

• 5 or 8 port switch (unmanaged): $149-$219

Step 3: Remote Sim Injector for the HD1 Dome

• Mini Sim Injector: Reg price: $499

Combine the HD1 Dome Pro with the Mini SIM Injector, and the number of potential SIM cards increases to ten, allowing you to switch sim cards without having to access the dome, which may be mounted permanently up high. If you want to mount the Dome (and/or other antennas) on a mast, then never have to climb the mast again to change a sim card, this is what you need. Peplink SIM Injector Mini – MobileMustHave.com

Step 4: Incorporating Starlink (Optional)

• Peplink B One Mobile Router – MobileMustHave.com: $299
• Flat High-Performance Starlink Kit with Wedge Mount – MobileMustHave.com : $2,500

Step 4: Extending the range of the Wi-Fi signal (Access Points)

Most of our marine customers are putting these setups into long sailboats or yachts, meaning that they will need to add at least one access point if they want to have coverage throughout the entirety of their boat.

• AP AX Lite: $299 (2x2 mimo)

• AP AX One: $399 (4x4 mimo)

https://mobilemusthave.com/products/ap-one-ax-wireless-access-point?_pos=1&_psq=ap-ax&_ss=e&_v=1.0

Note: Peplink Access Points do not come with a power cable (can be powered via PoE or with adapters). This power adapter is compatible with all of our Peplink AP's: 3A AC Power Adapter for Peplink Devices – MobileMustHave.com  

We will be adding a new Globetrotter Bundle for our maritime customers that includes the HD1 Pro Dome 5G, a Mini SIM injector, a managed switch, and the B One. Be on the lookout for that to hit the website soon! 

Marine Bundle Diagram:

KEY POINTS:

• The SIM injector, switch and B One are all powered by your boat (via DC power) and the Dome is powered by the managed switch. 
• The HP Starlink Dish comes with an AC power cable. Use this kit to convert to DC: Starlink High Performance DC Power Conversion Kit (requires 48-56v) – MobileMustHave.com 
• The Dome requires 48V of power, so the step-up converter is generally needed if you want to power it with POE
• Starlink and the Switch are both connected via ethernet cables to the B One's WAN ports. 
• The Sim Injector and Access point(s) are connected to the B One's LAN ports.
• Once your hardware is connected like this, you can use Synergy Mode (new feature with 8.3 firmware) to manage all of your internet connections in one place; the admin console of the B One.

DC Power Cable for B One and Sim Injector: Peplink Direct Wire DC Power Cable with 4 Pin Molex – MobileMustHave.com 

DC Power Cable for the managed switch: Peplink Direct Wire DC Power Cable For Terminal Block – MobileMustHave.com 

Videos on the products we've covered in this article: 

• HD1 Dome Pro 5G: 

Peplink HD1 Dome Pro 5G First Look - Marine & RV Internet Solution (youtube.com) 

• Wireless Access Points: 

Peplink AP One Series Access Point Overview - Which is best? (youtube.com) 

• B One Hub Router: 

Meet the B One, Peplink's Most Affordable Multi-WAN Router Yet (youtube.com) 

MIRC Article to reference:

Starlink Satellite Internet for Mobile RV and Boat Use - Mobile Internet Resource Center (rvmobileinternet.com) 

Starlink Data Plans:

For questions related to Starlink's Maritime data plan options reference the FAQ section on their website:

Help Center (starlink.com) 

Requesting Assistance

If you feel you are not getting anywhere or there is another issue you can always reach out to our team directly by initiating a ticket here on the support portal or by emailing [email protected]

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