I don't care how good or bad your content is, because your channel name of Don drones on is bloody superb! Thanks for making me splutter coffee all over my desk!
Dan, as an IT professional living in the Bush of finland - i found your video most useful, it answered all my questions i had that starlink makes hard to locate. cheers
Thank you! I am so glad to hear you found my video helpful! I put out a performance and experience report every month...just about to record November's!
I've got mine setup alongside my existing connection. we have internet outages at times so works great working as a failover and is alot cheaper than Unifi's version as well as being quicker.
Good video. I prepaid for Starlink in Feb. saying I would have it mid year in central Illinois. Well it is mid year and not even a update on the status of what now is the projected time frame I will have it.
Don, I am glad that I found your video. I am anxiously awaiting for my Starlink system to arrive. I have an existing network with a Verizon router. So, in the early part of your video, I am "option" 2. I will use the Starlink (replacing the Verizon router because it will not act as a bridge) router with a switch. The question I have is that Starlink will hand IP addresses to the elements on my network so that the network still operates as it does now. Correct? Plus, my wireless access point located on the second floor of my home will continue to provide access into the network as it does today for all of my wireless based devices. Correct? Thanks, Ed
If you setup a static route to 192.168.100.1/32 on your router pointing to the WAN connection for Starlink then you will have access to the Starlink status and troubleshooting options via browser or the app.
Are the stats generated by the starlink router of the dish electronics. Your setup to do this is "on your router", being a 3rd party like netgear R7000 that I have or is the starlink router being used in your setup.
@@PatcoGeorge The Starlink router is completely out of my setup so the stats are coming from Dishy McFlatface. Now with the new rectangle dish coming out I don’t think taking the Starlink router out of the picture is an option since the PoE for the dish appears to be integrated into the router.
The issue for port forwarding is that Starlink is doing CGNAT (Carrier Grade NAT) so your WAN IP is a private address as IPv4 public addresses are officially exhausted. Only when fully IPv6 is deployed by Starlink and supported properly by your home router you can remove Bell Canada Router.
@@DonJoyce You may want to explore Hurricane Electric (HE) IPv6 vISP. Basically you can create a 6to4 tunnel from your home router to any of their POPs and from there tunnel (like a VPN) IPv6. HE will assign you an /64 or higher Public IPv6 block (static) that you need to configure and propagate on your Home Network. So with this you can avoid wait for Starlink to do their thing to enable full featured IPv6. The other problem is if your home router supports creating these tunnels and if your IP cameras also supports IPv6 as well. I don't think Unifi USG (or any Unifi Router) is capable to do this. I use Mikrotik Routers and they are so versatile and I have created these tunnels in the pass (Other problems are VPNs are still not supported until a major firmware release like ROS v7.x) and then deal with your IP Cameras as well. It's a long shot and multiple checks to make it work but is a potential path to pursue. Another option is to put a VPN server in a Cloud Provider (i.e. AWS) and use it as hairpin to access your Home Network and cameras (downside you will have to absorb costs for this virtual environment but if it's cheaper than Bell Canada fees you may want to pursue this option as well). Good luck!!
Good stuff. I did some comparison metrics with my own router and found interesting results. On WIFI, my speed tests were Ping 60 ms, Download 240 Mbps Upload 15Mbps. On router (using jumbo frames at 9K), my speed tests were Ping 25 ms, Download 140 Mbps Upload 30 Mbps. The most unique observations were wireless download beating wired download with jumbo frames enabled. I suspect they don't have their ethernet chip/driver enabled for jumbo frames. The big speed up in upload shows their ethernet chip can do jumbo frames. The ping (latency) improvement is standard. I was surprised at NO administrative access to any end-point equipment which would probably allow all the above to be cleared up with a few simple settings.
Interesting, Victor! The other variable unfortunately is the wide variation in speed tests. While they are getting more predictable, they are still all over the map. See my October update for an example histogram: th-cam.com/video/MF4HAWHe-5w/w-d-xo.html
I am going to stand by my observation that they are not doing jumbo frames on transmission. Hopefully that will change. And I have never seen any satellite system (worked with Hughes and Viasat) which allows NO admin access. That has got to change.
Hi Don thx for this video. I already have a starlink here at Terasse cap à l'aigle Quebec. Now I would like to extend my network. I plan to use cat6 cable and I am wondering what type of Swith and Wifi Extender do you recommend ? Best
My switch is a simple 4-port ethernet switch from TP-Link, and my Access Port (it is not an 'extender') is from Ubiquiti. I can't say that these are the best necessarily, but they work great for me.
My gen2 dishy arrives today, and the redesigned modem no longer has the ethernet auxiliary port. I bought the ethernet adapter they sell but it's backordered till mid 2022. So, no hardline and the power brick is inside the modem now I'm told, maybe they saw your video lol. Until the ethernet adapter shows up I'll use a tp link wifi to ethernet bridge to get the starlink wireless broadcast into my unifi.
Interesting and clever solution to the missing port on the new modem. I discussed this change in my November update: th-cam.com/video/dU4RlKFamSw/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the video. I have a D Link mesh system in the city I move to the country in a few weeks and bought a Starlink system. It works fine but I plan to replace the Starlink router with my mesh system and 40 channel high-speed switch (I've run CAT 6 cabling throughout my country home). Based on your video, it seems like this setup should work fine. I'll let you know.
Yes you should be absolutely fine. One key thing: the generation 2 square Starlink dish requires a separately purchased ethernet module...make sure you buy one from the Starlink shop!!
@@DonJoyce Thanks Don, but I have a Generation 1 round Starlink module. So far, I've connected my Starlink modem directly to my D-Link router. I have 4 out-ports (+ wifi) on my router. One out goes to my D-Link hi speed splitter. My computers and TVs are hard-wired from my splitter. So far, everything seems to run fine. I plan to hard-wire my two other D-Link routers from my first router, creating a mesh system. I'll let you know if it all works.
I’m running my starlink setup with Starlink POE plug into my routers WAN port.. although I haven’t tried it yet I was under the impression that I could still set up port forwarding through my router and it would work with starlink.. Your video implies that Port forwarding won’t work with Starlink even if you’re not using their included router.. is the correct? I thought the non-configurability of their included router was the reason why you couldn’t port forward. Can you clarify possibly? I was hoping to set up port forwarding soon so that I can access my home automation server (Hass on a Pi4) away from home.
Your use-case is similar to mine. You can certainly set up the port forwarding through your own router. The catch is that you won't have a stable external IP Address and services like no-ip.com won't work with the StarLink's CGNAT set up. That said, if you DO solve it, let me know!! Perhaps with a pi set-up, there is a way to do this.
@@DonJoyce I don't think a routable IPv4 address is realistic with CGNAT. Port Control Protocol (PCP) comes to mind, but at this stage one might go with native IPv6 and finally return to end-to-end connectivity..
Hi Don, Just discovered and subscribed to your channel. My brother lives in rural western PA and just got his Starlink setup. Is there a way for him to setup a DVR recorder to his network? and if so, which DVR device would you recommend he buy? I doubt his Dish network DVR would work with Starlink. I personally use the TiVo OTA DVR (at least 5 year old Roamio I believe. It has worked well for us off a roof mounted antenna. Would a current Tivo DVR work with Starlink for recording shows?. Great content, Don. Thanks. Ed
Thanks for your support. I can't comment on specific equipment I don't own...and I don't use a DVR. In general though, if it connects to the internet, it will work with Starlink.
Great video - thanks. In the diagram and explanation of your final setup; you mention that the Starlink Router does not support Port Forwarding (and lacks a web UI and can't be set to bridge mode). But your UniFi router does provide forwarding and you discard the Starlink Router by connecting your UniFi router directly to the Starlink POE injector with the UniFi WAN connection type set to DHCP. So the router you have connected to Starlink (ie UniFi) can do port forwarding - so why do you need the Bell WAN connection ? Is the real reason that you need Bell WAN because the Starlink service is a double NAT which would mean DDNS wouldn't work with Starlink ? Then 2nd question - given I assume you are having to pay extra for the Bell internet service; then wouldn't a VPN or Reverse SSH-Tunnel enable you to access your CCTV via Starlink even if they are Double NAT'ing ? so you could discard Bell WAN ? Thanks again
Correct on all counts, Phil! But my setup and requirements have changed considerably since I put that video out: I think this one is where I solve everything (almost): th-cam.com/video/bQCCN610tXE/w-d-xo.html
Please press 2 to change your password...press 3 if you cannot connect to the internet....LOL. Sorry, I have no idea: but if it is a fairly standard router, it should be fine.
Many thanks for this. It would be interesting to see how well Starlink works with your router's smart queue management option, & its effect on latency under load (Bufferbloat). Thanks again.
Thanks for watching. The performance continues to get better over time. Latency, while a bit variable, seems to be staying at quite a reasonable level. Here is my latest report: th-cam.com/video/bQCCN610tXE/w-d-xo.html
Don, thanks for the videos on Starlink. We are waiting for our “box”. I have a question on our proposed setup. Our current setup is an Internet modem connected to a router in one building and hardwired to a second router in our house which provides both an Ethernet connection to a desk top and wifi to other devices. Would like to replace first router with Starlink router and then connect our wired connection from the Starlink white aux port over to our house and continue to use house router for existing connection to desktop and wifi in the house. Similar to your number “2” install example, except using my existing house router instead of an ethernet switch. Do you think this will work? Plug and play? Thank you…Jim
Thanks, Deloris! Your proposed setup should work fine. If you have done any 'fiddles' to your 'first' router though (eg, set it in pass through mode, or any port forwarding), you will not be able to do these on the Starlink unit.
Any tips on how to do this same operation nowadays? Starlink’s hardware has been updated and it no longer has an Ethernet output. Their mesh service is like $275 so I need to find a workaround
Hi! Thank you for the helpful video. I would like to ask, is Starlink compatible with all gateway routers? like cisco routers? TP Link Routers? Thank you!
Starling merely provides internet access. What you do with it on your side of the dish is up to you. Yes it is generally compatible with normal equipment.
Great video. When you plugged your dish directly into the WAN port of the Unifi gateway did it keep the 192.168.1.1 IP range for the WAN or change it to something else ? My LAN on my home Unifi network is already 192.168.1.x so I am assuming I will need to change that to 192.168.2.x for example to separate out the WAN/LAN ?
Hi Martin! Thanks! The 192.168.x.x IP range is on the LAN side of your router and will be the same regardless of what you plug into the WAN (internet) side. You won't need to change anything downstream from your router.
@@DonJoyce thanks. I had an issue before where if the LAN and WAN were both on the same range 192.168.1.x i had issues accessing the internet. I had to change the WAN range to 192.168.15.x to get it all working.
Thanks for this video - very helpful! I want to run a direct bury cat 6 cable out of the network switch in the house to our pole barn approx. 200 ft away for a wifi access point there. The rest of the Starlink enabled switch would be used for our networked house that has data port outlets throughout (I've installed network switch and patch cables from data ports). Was wondering if I can simply run the pole barn cable from Starlink network switch, plug it into a WIFI access point in pole barn or does this require more consideration? In the pole barn we'd like to use a smart TV, etc. Any suggestions on this idea or brands would be appreciated.
Hi Derek! Your proposed set-up sounds good. Yes, you can just plug the AP into the cable. You'll want to test that cable before burying it, of course! That said, you may want to consider a wireless ethernet bridge instead of the wire. It would work great at that range. Affiliate links for this and access points in my Amazn store...link in the description.
I just got a Starlink router. The new equipment does not have an aux port. You have to order an Ethernet adaptor for $20 from Starlink. The adaptors are not shipping until middle of March. From what I am understanding you can then bypass the starlink router and plug directly into your own network.
@@DonJoyce Until I get the adapter I have to connect to either my starlink network or my old network. I can't integrate the two. So I'm paying for two internet connections for the time being. Which really bites the pocket.
@@kuvceebxab1 I have ordered an adapter from starlink but it has not shipped yet. It was suppose to ship by Mar 6th. You can also can buy an wifi ethernet adapter but they run about $50.00 from Amazon.
Excellent video sir! I'm trying to derive two private networks from a single starlink service. Would you see any issues with adding a switch (which would connect to another router) between starlink's Poe injector & starlink's router? Satalite dish -> Poe injector -> switch -> (3rd party router) & (starlink router)
I found a way if I use a power line adapter from network switch it lets me print, I have no idea why but happy it works. Still I need to sort out my camera viewing as I’ve still got issues with that.
Hey Don, great video. Just what i wanted but I went the Ubiquiti webpage and have a question for you. Have you measured the speed since using the router? The 4 port one is shown to only handle 85mbps. This would definitely defeat some of the reason to go for starlink. (sorry to be the bearer) the next unit up, the dream machine pro is showing 250mbps but is a higher price of course. Eagerly waiting a test.
Interesting! My speediest measurements have been done on wired connections through that router and I've seen many tests over 100...but I'll double check tonight. I'm not currently at the cottage. That said, I have the same one at home, and get 100 mbs consistently over teksavvy.
Great video Dan, nice an clear Just wanted to ask, if you think it's posible to put a PoE switch in front of the Starlink router? I have the first generation router, and for some reason the Aux Port is not responding anymore, and Starlink is charging me 120USD for a new router, so I was planning to put my Cameras with the switch and split the signal before it gets to the router. Or just change for a better Router with WiFI6 for example, but the white light went off, is that because the router that I used didn't need PoE? In your video, the light didn't turn on either. What you will recommend?
Thanks Don. Our Starlink 2 kit, with Ethernet adaptor, is on its way. Our present network setup appears to be the same as "Dons Old Cottage Network" the difference being that we have 3 or 4 Wi-Fi access points for different areas. As the Starlink Ethernet adaptor needs power from the Starlink Router, will I have to enable bypass mode and will our 3 or 4 Wi-Fi access points still work? Do you think this is our best option. We have about 30m cable from our current modem to our network switch and then about 20+ m cable to each of our Wi-Fi points. Thanks again Don.
Well you need to get the cable from the dish into your house somehow, so yes, you will need to drill a hole. And unfortunately, it's pretty big. Details in this video: th-cam.com/video/yNeVTMJvqFQ/w-d-xo.html
I have the Starlink Gen 2 with Eth adapter included. I have had a home network setup that runs off my Edgerouter X. However anytime I connect the Starlink Eth to the Eth 0 on my edge router (which is for the wan). It seems to always fail. And unfortunately I have not been able to resolve this issue. May I get some help please
Hi Don, I have recently purchased the latest gen2 Starlink, my question is this - what is the optimum position for the router and mesh router nodes, back or front facing into the room you want coverage? Aaron from Angus in Scotland.
Hi Aaron! Generally the wi-fi antennas on these devices are omni-directional. That said, they are designed to have the 'front' facing into the room. Thanks for watching and commenting! I'm about to put out my April/May report so stay tuned!
i just order my starlink and i have condition exactly like your home enviroment. but the different is , im not using Unify Gateway but mikrotik router. now waiting the dish to come first then work-around. thx for the tutorial.
Good Day please i have a standard actuated dish with the starlink business plan but i want to use my own cisco router for the office network please how will I configure it and what do i need I already have an ethernet adapter i just majorly need help with the configuration of the devices
i liked and subscribed, but im curious i can't find anything about 1 satellite 1 home 1 garage connection, is this possible if garage is only 10 feet away seperate from house? Thanks in advance
Thanks! The wifi connection should work absolutely fine at that distance. BTW, I did an analysis of the WiFi performance of the Starlink router back in November: th-cam.com/video/dU4RlKFamSw/w-d-xo.html
Hey Don, similar question to T Ray, where the situation is two homes on one property about 100 feet apart. In your second diagram you have "wi-fi access Points" I looked into the UeeVii CPE450 bridges however Because it is limited at 100 mb/s I would rather run an ethernet cord to future proof the situation if starlink gets closer to 500mb/s speeds. Just wanted to confirm that if were to purchase a router and a switch and than simply have the main router in the house and a secondary one in the other house it would work fine. I was not sure what you meant by saying having enough ports I assume enough physical ethernet plug ins. Do you have any links for a good router or switch? I really appreciate it.
Hi Liam! Yes, I meant sufficient physical ethernet jacks in your router or switch. Yes, having a router in the main house, an ethernet cable, then a switch in the secondary dwelling, will work. I recommend Ubiquiti routers (there's one in my Amazon affiliate store: www.amazon.ca/shop/donjoyce?listId=9NFN8SNFXYH4), and any switch will do (TP-link has several).
I didn't know this about the Starlink's router which doesn't come with a bridge mode by itself but I guess that following your advices could make me integrate Starlink to my home. I pre-ordered Starlink some hours ago and fortunately I guess once I receive it I will do some tests with my actual Asus Dual-Band router, cause what makes feel that my connection is secure and well divided is to use the QoS (Quality of Service) platform which let's you assign bandwidth to the devices are already connected to the network. Do you have a profile at LinkedIn?
Hello Don, I appreciate your video. I received my starlink however, I have a question. If my home is already wired for ethernet and coax, would I connect the starlink to my nearest wall plug, thus wiring the entire home, or would I need to try to find a 300 ft cord to connect the starlink to the home internet box under the home ( all wires)? The entire home is wired for this ethernet and coax wiring in each room. I am trying to have the fastest internet for the entire home via the wiring of the home. I also plan on buying a mesh kit from beBest Buy via ethernet cables via the given router from starlink Starlink will not help me with this simple question and no answers from Starlink. Any help would be extremely helpful for my life, and I would be able to stop guessing due to starlinks refusal to help Thanks again
For your wired network, you probably already have an ethernet switch or router located centrally in the house. Your various 'outlets' connect to that switch or router like spokes to a hub (I think this is what you mean by 'home internet box under the home'). You can certainly use one of these 'spokes' to connect your Starlink Ethernet Adapter to that switch or router. You will need to ensure that cable connects to the WAN side of the switch or router, and the rest of the spokes connect to the LAN ports. If the devices in the rest of your house all connect via wired ethernet, you don't need the wireless mesh network...but it would help for your wireless devices such as phones and tablets. I hope that helps.
Great vid!!!But some of this info is over my head.. Can it connect to a booster to lets say, to my shop 80 feet away? Does starlink have installers yet or is homeowner on his own?
Hi T Ray! Assuming you have enough ports for your needs, yes you can attach a booster. That said, you may want to consider one of these things described in this video to connect to your workshop. And there's a 20% discount code under the video: th-cam.com/video/FjMQBi5Zixk/w-d-xo.html Regarding installers, any local satellite dish installer could easily manage a Starlight.
You could look into Ubiquiti's Point to Point Wireless gear, or get a technician to run a cable for you. If the information is going over your head, that's okay, I'd recommend hiring a professional for a business. Never be afraid to use Google etc to learn!
you can use a vpn via a vpn enabled router, with a vpn service that offers a static public ip4 and port forwarding capability. Then you can provide the "reach in" you mentioned (without needing dynamic dns), even though the starlink network is using private (class A) network for it's public ip's (aka carrier grade network). There are a few vpn services that offer this, but you have to get a router that works with your chosen vpn service.
All very true and thank you for the suggestions. The alternative, as I discussed in a later video, was to simply buy a more modern security camera system (Blink in my case; there are others). Simpler to set up than a new router and much more flexiblity. Real-time viewing and local storage (so no subscription-storage cost), motion alerts.....and REALLY simple to set up, change, expand....!
We are actually selling many routers to starlink customers for this exact same reason. There are many customers that needs a public ip and the issue is starlink is providing a private IP. As such, you cannot do any port forwarding to it. Just think of starlink having a big router and you are getting something similar to a 192.168.x.x IP from it. As you know, if you try to go to that from outside your network, it will not know where to go as it is private. Since starlink has the "big router", you cannot access the settings to do any port forwarding. So what we offer is our MOFI Cloud Public IP service which we have been doing for more than 10 years now. With this service, you get a dedicated public static IP so you can do port forwarding to run your camera and also get your playstation or Xbox to have an Open NAT. There some VPN companies you can also get to do this, we just have everything integrated and provider full support.
I have an older Linksys WRT54G wireless router I was using before getting Starlink. I had some older network printers connected by CAT 5 and set to static IP addresses. I could login to the Linksys router via html browser also. I plugged the Starlink into the peer port (1 or 4) instead of the WAN port. I guess my question is, should I let Starlink handle the routing (DHCP), or the LinkSys? I would assume the Starlink, since it's about a decade newer and, well, it's Starlink - but if so, how can I configure it (like blocking sites, opening ports, assigning static IP addresses, etc.)?
It sounds like it's time to upgrade at least a few of your devices. Unfortunately, the Starlink router has very limited admin controls, so you can't assign static IP's for example. Here's a video showing how I overcame some similar issues (noting that this was published 2 years ago...): th-cam.com/video/bQCCN610tXE/w-d-xo.html
Hi Don, I am thinking of getting a Starlink system but my wife wants to pre-record TV shows for watching later. Is that possible. BTW, Really appreciate your drone RPAS videos!
Thanks Bob! Think of starlink as just an internet connection. You would need a device that would enable recording. Most people find streaming or downloading easier
Just purchased Starlink and set it up for basic wifi. I'd like to run ethernet out to a detached garage (it has metal siding and roof, basically a dead zone). I have Netgear Nighthawk modem, router and extender from my previous home that had Comcast fiver cable. Can I use any of these devices to set up an access point in my garage? I was going to try the extender first.
Yes! If you are able to run a physical cable out there, you're laughing. Set up your router, ideally in pass-through or bridge mode, and if it has wifi output, you'll be good.
Good day Mr Joyce. Appreciate your videos and explanations! However, my current set up, I have an older Viasat WIFI Gateway Modem for my internet and wireless devices. I can also access my security system remotely. I currently have my NVR security system and a Ubiquity Wireless bridge cables plugged into this Modem, as well as one Cat6 cable from my Dish Network system. I have my new Starlink set up and working for internet only. But I'm looking for advice or help with my current set up and how to change it to connect to the new Starlink (square Starlink Dish and latest modem) system to these devices. Thank you kindly!
Hi Louis. Obviously you will need the starlink ethernet adapter....but after that you can simply cable your existing system into the starlink ethernet adapter's port.
@@DonJoyce Thank you Don, I am not very technical on this, that is what drove me to search online and my long message/question. I think I understand your wiring and device set up incorporating the Starlink ethernet adapter per your video. But, I'm not too sure about cabling or connecting my wired security system, and be able to remotely access it. Thank you!
Hey Bonnie, there's no reason it shouldn't work. But, assuming you had it working before, it may be looking for your old wireless network. So, either rename the ssid of your starlink to be the same as your old network, or re-pair your GH modules to the new network.
Thanks for the video. I have the RV version coming to my house soon. It sounds like Starling does not permit assigning IP addresses to specific devices like Sonos speakers. Is that correct? If I want to be able to reserve IP addresses, would I need to use the third party router approach and remove the Starlink router? Thank you.
If you REALLY need to assign IP addresses, yes, you will need to replace the Starlink router with your own. BUT...do you REALLY need to do that? From a quick google, Sonos speakers are just IP addressable devices, and don't need specific addresses to work properly. They work in a similar way to Amazon Alexa devices...the app just discovers them after you connect them to the network and everything works just fine.
@@DonJoyce thanks for the note. I have had my Sonos system for years and once had problems with music dropping intermittently. When on the forums talking to other users or to Sonos directly, one of the first things they recommend is assigning IP addresses to each device so they don’t change. Ever since I did that, it has been rare that I have had any issues with music dropping. I think the only issues I have would be Apple Music playing not playing nicely with sonos. I think I will need to be able to assign them. When I google Starlink and Sonos, also sounds like various other issues. I will see. Appreciate the response on it.
I will be interested to hear how you make out. This static IP thing sounds bogus, or a bug on SONOS' end. Even with Dynamic IP assignment (DHCP), a device's IP address doesn't change very often...like days, weeks, or months apart. So, it seems very unlikely to be the cause of intermittent drops. More likely, it is a support person who can't explain a problem, and throws out a 'solution' that makes you go away for a while, giving them time to fix a real bug.
I have a gen 2 Starlink router - without the ethernet ports - I bought the Starlink adapter plug-in insert & now have one Ethernet port. Question: does the Integrated Network with User Router work with this port?
There is nothing special about the Starlink wifi setup. So, just follow the instructions for your printer to connect to your wifi. Usually pretty easy.
Hi Don if i understands you very well, apart from setting up my connection type to DHCP and changing the local balancing weight to 99%, is there any special config for it to work on my desktop or is plug and play via LAN?
This video is out of date. Starlink routers have "bypass" mode. The Starlink router is also not back compatible with 2G equipment: my printer, my Blink camera system and TV won't work with a wifi connection to the starlink router. Be advised.
I'm a total non-techy person and need very basic explanation. We just received our dish and it is set up as you mentioned in the basic format with just the Starlink router. All I need to do is broadcast this to areas of my home that are not getting the best signal from the router. I have a large two story home with the router located upstairs. Can you please tell me if I get a Google Nest Wifi system 3 pack, do I just connect it to the Starlink Aux port on the Starlink router? Or is this going to create more issues? Also if this will work do you recommend the Google Nest system or a different mesh system?
Hi Laura! No worries about being non-techy...I am 'techy', but often I need to ask my kids (ok, one is also an engineer) to explain stuff! Anyways, the google nest wifi system should work fine. Just plug it into the starlink aux port. If you have gamers in the house, they may experience problems because of having two routers back to back (the starlink router and the nest router....gasp...the dreaded "double NAT" scenario LOL). If that is the case, just remove the starlink router from the equation and plug the ethernet cable coming from the starlink power box directly into the nest router. I think I show this in the video...can't remember....where are the kids when you need them?! Merry Christmas!
Quick semi related question. Does the Starlink router broadcast in 2.4 and 5ghz at the same time? I have some wireless devices that need 2.4 ghz. Not a problem now as I have 4 mobile hubs from bell since that was the best I could do for internet, but just paid in full and will be cancelling them all as soon as Starlink arrives :)
The Starlink router is the small inside box that your dish plugs into. In my video, I describe the original round dish version (the square one wasn't released at the time) and it has a built-in ethernet port. For the current dish model, you need to purchase the ethernet adaptor from the starlink store.
OK let me see if i got this straight. I currently have Viacom's crappy sat internet.(waiting for Starlink in my area and have put the deposit) It currently is modem/router/switch(8)/hardwired to each room/AP Tvs in each room are hardwired as well as computers and DVR for the security cameras. I have never setup port forwarding on the DVR but I can view it from within and outside my local network.(each cameras IP does not show up at the router)(only in the DVRs settings) IM taking that all i have to do is get rid of my current modem and plug directly into my router (and hold on to Starlinks router for emergencies) Do you think im going to have the same problem with the cameras?(not a deal breaker but curious)
Hi Chris. If you can currently see your cams without port forwarding, the footage may be pushed to the cloud, in which case you should be fine just plugging straight into your router.
Do you know why my speeds might slow down after hooking a switch to my ethernet adapter from the Starlink? When i hook my PC into the switch I only get 10-20 mb/s as opposed to 100 when testing it from the wireless. Thanks
@@DonJoyce Hi Don, this is also my problem. I replaced the switch and have unplugged all but one AP but still get around 180Mbps from Starlink and 30Mbps max from any AP out of switch.
@@robgreatrix2390 well, it's either the switch or one of your cables. There's nothing magical about the packets coming out of the Starlink system...it's just garden variety ethernet. Try replacing each cable one by one.
Hi I have the square starlink set up with the ethernet port so I can plug in our pc. Is there a way I can add another cable from the dish into my farm shop I have? The shop is very close to the satellite dish rather than trying to take a cable tbrough the house to my shop. I'd love to run it directly. I'm finding most shop customers are using the card machine to purchase. Can I somehow splice the cable to run in 2 different directions? At the moment customers have to come inside the house to use the card machine which is rather inconvenient.
No, you can't split the cable at the dish. Your best option would be a ethernet switch (basically an ethernet splitter) connected to your Starlink Ethernet adapter. You can then plug your PC into that and a cable that runs to your shop.
My udm pro only allows cctv remote access over failover since Starlink has CGnat and I'm unable to access remotely. Also udm pro gets 10+ threats per day with Cib cctv. No firmware website exists as far as I can tell for cib cctv.
Hi Don, can you help me please? We have a starlink router connected to a tp link router with 4 cctv cameras connected to this. We are also sending signal to our cottage from tp link router. This has been working reasonably well with our mobile devices until now, but our laptops are struggling and we either have no WiFi or need to manually connected a lot before getting a stable connection. We are doing something wrong for sure! I am getting a good signal when switching back to starlink router so the signal is good. Could you recommend anything, I do wonder if we need to do port forwarding but I have no idea where to start with this?
Sorry, I can't diagnose this over comments. One possibility come to mind: check whether you are connecting over 5ghz (vs 2.4). 5 is faster, but is shorter range and walls can decrease the signal more readily than 2.4. You should not need to do port forwarding on your router unless you are gaming.
We’re trying to get our Starlink wifi to extend to our shop across the driveway. Theres already a trench dug that we can run an Ethernet cable through. We’re looking for something that can be connected with that Ethernet cable in the trench, while still having multiple Ethernet outputs and wifi capabilities. We’re not sure if we should use a mesh wifi extender, but I have yet to find one that can be connected by Ethernet. Or if we should just get a switch for the shop but we’d also like wifi for phones and other devices. We’d like to connect a device like a wifi extender or a switch in the shop with the Ethernet cable in the trench to reduce as much packet loss as possible, rather than using a wireless connection across the driveway like a wifi bridge. We’d like to run an Ethernet cable from the starlink router in the house to across the driveway into the shop but we just don’t know what will be the best option to have Ethernet access and wifi access in the shop without losing any speed from the starlink.
Hi Owen. This doesn't sound too difficult, particularly since you have a trench! Run your ethernet cable across to the shop and plug it into an ethernet switch there. Install an Access Point in the shop; an Access Point is basically a wifi emitter that gets its source from a wired ethernet cable. I use Ubiquiti access points...they are 'power over ethernet' so also require a simple box called a power-over-ethernet injector. I'm sure there are simpler Access Points though. (BTW, if you didn't already have the trench, I would have recommended a wireless ethernet bridge like this: th-cam.com/video/FjMQBi5Zixk/w-d-xo.html)
Hi there! not sure which issue you are wondering about, but this video provides updates: th-cam.com/video/bQCCN610tXE/w-d-xo.html Also, I provide a monthly update on my experience...past videos are on my channel.
I have the same UniFi Router, and I'm running Controller Version - 6.2.25 on the Settings -> Networks -> WAN2 port Configuration screen it says "Internet Access - Coming Soon" with a greyed out button. Do you know how to work around this, or am I stuck with my slow internet ATM?
I would look for firmware updates. My WAN2 port is also 'lame' (it doesn't have all the capabilities of WAN1, such as port forwarding) but certainly usable as a secondary WAN input. And it doesn't actually switch over for proper outage protection...
Can setup be done from a computer? No bleeding edge smartphone (one that will run the Starlink app) is available. My iPhone 5 does everything I need it to do except run any of the latest apps. The iPhone 5 is no longer upgradeable, so can't run newer apps. As long as mine phone keeps working as it is at the present I'm resisting the urge to spend a grand on a new phone.
I don't know if the basic set-up can be done on a PC! There are a lot of phones (especially Android models) that are not that expensive. Probably time to consider upgrading for a lot of reasons over and above Starlink.
I want to provide Starlink signal from my family home to my guest home 250-300 feet away. In my guest home I have already router with Fronteer internet service - so how can replace the Fronteer service with Starlink -any suggestions? Thank you for your great video's.
Ideally, run an ethernet cat6 cable out there, and connect it to the router. If that is impractical, a CPE Bridge (basically a wireless ethernet cable) will do the job perfectly. Here's a video: th-cam.com/video/FjMQBi5Zixk/w-d-xo.html:
Speed wouldn't be the main driver for a new router, but coverage might be. In my last monthly update I did some power level tests compared to access points: th-cam.com/video/dU4RlKFamSw/w-d-xo.html
Question... In your setup not using the Starlink router can you still access settings for the starlink dish, like "Stow" or any service stats? Or do you need to temporary connect the starlink router to access that?
Good question, Darren! People say you can access the stats, but it doesn't work for me. Same for stow and other diag functions. I am now using the starlink router only and have ditched my backup provider.
@@DonJoyce thanks for the reply. I plan to not use the starlink routor as it seams you cant do any administrative settings on it. I have some NAS drives on network i dont want to see the internet. Currently on my Asus router i have the ability to block them from seeing Internet access and they just work on the internal network. My fear is using starlink router they will see Internet. But it looks like it works pluging dish into my own equipment may be fine. Guess il have to keep starlink routor close by for any diagnosis of issues and dish config access. Cheers for the reply trying to get any information regarding starlink is like getting blood from a stone... My starlink should be shiped in next few days..... Cheers mate.
Hi John. I'm not sure what you're looking at, but the router has two WAN ports...WAN 1 and WAN 2. Here's the link: www.amazon.ca/dp/B00LV8YZLK/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d
Hey Don, thank you for your informative video. I am hoping you can shed some light on what order should I connect?. I have Gen ONE Starlink for almost 2 years using Starlinks Router. I also have a Google Mesh network which has a Google Router and 3 Access points. Currently the Google Router is plugged into the AUX port of the Starlink Router. I want to add a Reolink Camera system. I have a 5 Port POE switch as well. Any suggestions in what order things should flow??? Thank you for your time.
Hi Karl! While I'm not familiar with the technical specs for those systems, I would say that you want your new camera system as close to the outside world as possible. So...plug the 5-port switch into the starlink port. Plug your new camera system and existing Google router into the switch. Hope that helps.
@@DonJoyce Thank you Don, when you say plug the switch into the Starlink port are you meaning directly into the Starlink Power supply port of the Starlink router? Sorry for asking again. I currently have the Starlink router connected, then Google Mesh into the AUX on the Starlink router. Thanks again much appreciated!
@@karl2051 Sorry for the ambiguity, in all cases I was referring to ethernet connections. So, connect the switch into the AUX port of your starlink router, then connect the router and cameras into the ethernet switch.
so we have a house system box thing which has all the connections (all the cameras, tv, anything that uses wifi). how do i connect starlink through the house and connect it to the system?
hi Don...thank you for these tips. I am confused....i have a tower style starlink device with one port available to add a switch...can you confirm...do i still use the starlink router with the switch attached to that port OR do i unhook the starlink and then go with my own device with more ports? I need to ensure to avoid the double NAT
If the device you are attaching is truly just a switch, then you can attach it to the aux port of the starlink router (the 'tower' you described). Otherwise, you will need an actual router to replace the Starlink router. BTW, even though I had my own router, I MUCH prefer to use the Starlink one because you have access to all the starlink statistics that way.
Thanks for your reply, Don. I will research and find a switch with a few ports. Yes…it is best to keep the Starlink router to access the stats. Can you suggest a networking switch that I can order online?
Hi Don. I have starlink gen 2. I’ve got it set up as a wireless network with one additional mesh node. I want to run an Ethernet cable to my neighbour so he can use it too. I have ordered the starlink Ethernet adapter and a netgear network switch. Using these, will I be able to run an ethernet cable to my neighbour so he can set up a WiFi network in his house with his existing third party router? Or would you suggest a different approach?
Technically, that sounds like a doable approach. Note that your neighbour will be on YOUR local area network, so you will need to be careful with any shared folders or resources. Also, you should check your Starlink Terms of Use regarding what you are planning on doing.
@@DonJoyceThanks Don. The situation is more like two family members living on the same property in different buildings. So no problem with a shared network / files etc. Thanks so much for the advice - I really appreciate it!
How do I utilize the one port that comes with the current Starlink Router? I purchased their Ethernet Adapter thinking I could just connect my Home router to it and have the Starlink Wifi and a 2nd WiFi system from my current router-NO Go. Wouldn't work and you can't switch off Starlink by bridging. my network guy suggested placing a Network switch into the additional Ethernet Port provided by Starlink. What do you think will that work. I want both Wifi Systems running in my house: Starlink and my ASUS router which provides WiFi and many hard Connections like Russoound Room wall connections, weather Station, etc.If what was suggested would not work how would I set it up in order to just use Starlink Dish and no other service provider but maintain Starlink WiFi and my old WiFi system with ASUS Router?
Hi Craig! Just consider the ethernet port on the Starlink Ethernet adapter just like the ethernet port on any internet provider's modem. You can connect a device directly to it, or have a simple multi-port ethernet switch provide you as many ports as you wish. Unless you have special requirements that prevent it, you can even connect your existing router into the Starlink ethernet port.
I did not use a dedicated Voip service, but did hold many MS Teams calls (mostly audio, but some video). Everything was perfect, except for 1-5 second outages every 5-10 minutes. Pretty tough. Fingers crossed it gets better with time.
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I don't care how good or bad your content is, because your channel name of Don drones on is bloody superb! Thanks for making me splutter coffee all over my desk!
LOL Nick! Full credits to my super supportive wife for coming up with the name...perhaps a bit too quickly.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. The Starlink Box comes tomorrow!
Cool! If you haven't already watched it (or even if you have), you may want to watch my Install Tips video: th-cam.com/video/yNeVTMJvqFQ/w-d-xo.html
I truly appreciate your videos! They’re very concise. Very well done! Thank you!
Thank you, Andy! I take a lot of time to prepare them so I'm not wasting people's time with blather and repetition.
Dan, as an IT professional living in the Bush of finland - i found your video most useful, it answered all my questions i had that starlink makes hard to locate. cheers
Thank you! I am so glad to hear you found my video helpful! I put out a performance and experience report every month...just about to record November's!
Thanks Don, hopefully we'll get our Starlink soon in Texas. I needed a few points you made. 👍
Thanks for watching, Scott! Glad you found it helpful.
Well done and very helpful.
Thanks, Doug! Glad it was helpful!
I've got mine setup alongside my existing connection. we have internet outages at times so works great working as a failover and is alot cheaper than Unifi's version as well as being quicker.
Thanks Don, you save me so much time to find how enable second WAN port on Unify USG. Greate Job!
Thanks! Glad the video helped!
This was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!!
Glad it helped, Mike! And thanks for the coffee!
This was very insightful, thank you. Liked and subscribed!
Glad you liked! Thanks for the support!
Great video Don and information well done 👍
Thank you, Rod!
Sir" this video is very helpful, thank's for your very inspiring tutorial.👍👍👍
Thanks Rodel!!
I love how you can take the Starlink router of the equation :)
Yes, easily too.
Good video. I prepaid for Starlink in Feb. saying I would have it mid year in central Illinois. Well it is mid year and not even a update on the status of what now is the projected time frame I will have it.
Great Video! Thank you for sharing this!
Thanks!! Enjoy my monthly updates on my Starlink experience...I just published my August report!
Thanks Don. This video helped us immensely in why we could
Not connect our air conditioning to be wifi.
Glad my video helped, Nicole! I assume you got it working!
Don, I am glad that I found your video. I am anxiously awaiting for my Starlink system to arrive. I have an existing network with a Verizon router. So, in the early part of your video, I am "option" 2. I will use the Starlink (replacing the Verizon router because it will not act as a bridge) router with a switch. The question I have is that Starlink will hand IP addresses to the elements on my network so that the network still operates as it does now. Correct? Plus, my wireless access point located on the second floor of my home will continue to provide access into the network as it does today for all of my wireless based devices. Correct? Thanks,
Ed
Hey, Ed! Thanks! Yes, based on what you have said, you should be totally fine.
Amazing. Super useful and super clear
Glad you found my video helpful, Karim!
Great video. Clear, professional and nicely put together. I am impressed. Where is the cottage? (Now Subscribed 😊) 🇨🇦
Thank you, Bradley! That's exactly what I aim to achieve in my videos. Plus as concise as possible. My cottage is northwest of Kingston Ontario.
If you setup a static route to 192.168.100.1/32 on your router pointing to the WAN connection for Starlink then you will have access to the Starlink status and troubleshooting options via browser or the app.
Are the stats generated by the starlink router of the dish electronics. Your setup to do this is "on your router", being a 3rd party like netgear R7000 that I have or is the starlink router being used in your setup.
@@PatcoGeorge The Starlink router is completely out of my setup so the stats are coming from Dishy McFlatface.
Now with the new rectangle dish coming out I don’t think taking the Starlink router out of the picture is an option since the PoE for the dish appears to be integrated into the router.
The issue for port forwarding is that Starlink is doing CGNAT (Carrier Grade NAT) so your WAN IP is a private address as IPv4 public addresses are officially exhausted. Only when fully IPv6 is deployed by Starlink and supported properly by your home router you can remove Bell Canada Router.
That sounds quite plausible, Kirk! I'm not super optimistic about IPv6 support anytime soon from Starlink, but I may be wrong.
@@DonJoyce You may want to explore Hurricane Electric (HE) IPv6 vISP. Basically you can create a 6to4 tunnel from your home router to any of their POPs and from there tunnel (like a VPN) IPv6. HE will assign you an /64 or higher Public IPv6 block (static) that you need to configure and propagate on your Home Network. So with this you can avoid wait for Starlink to do their thing to enable full featured IPv6. The other problem is if your home router supports creating these tunnels and if your IP cameras also supports IPv6 as well. I don't think Unifi USG (or any Unifi Router) is capable to do this. I use Mikrotik Routers and they are so versatile and I have created these tunnels in the pass (Other problems are VPNs are still not supported until a major firmware release like ROS v7.x) and then deal with your IP Cameras as well. It's a long shot and multiple checks to make it work but is a potential path to pursue. Another option is to put a VPN server in a Cloud Provider (i.e. AWS) and use it as hairpin to access your Home Network and cameras (downside you will have to absorb costs for this virtual environment but if it's cheaper than Bell Canada fees you may want to pursue this option as well). Good luck!!
Tks for your tips !!! Awesome!!!
Glad you found them helpful, Alex!
Good stuff. I did some comparison metrics with my own router and found interesting results. On WIFI, my speed tests were Ping 60 ms, Download 240 Mbps Upload 15Mbps. On router (using jumbo frames at 9K), my speed tests were Ping 25 ms, Download 140 Mbps Upload 30 Mbps. The most unique observations were wireless download beating wired download with jumbo frames enabled. I suspect they don't have their ethernet chip/driver enabled for jumbo frames. The big speed up in upload shows their ethernet chip can do jumbo frames. The ping (latency) improvement is standard. I was surprised at NO administrative access to any end-point equipment which would probably allow all the above to be cleared up with a few simple settings.
Interesting, Victor! The other variable unfortunately is the wide variation in speed tests. While they are getting more predictable, they are still all over the map. See my October update for an example histogram: th-cam.com/video/MF4HAWHe-5w/w-d-xo.html
@@DonJoyce I extended your double NAT avoidance technique and swapped in my laptop for the router--predictably great num bers.
I am going to stand by my observation that they are not doing jumbo frames on transmission. Hopefully that will change. And I have never seen any satellite system (worked with Hughes and Viasat) which allows NO admin access. That has got to change.
Hi Don thx for this video. I already have a starlink here at Terasse cap à l'aigle Quebec. Now I would like to extend my network. I plan to use cat6 cable and I am wondering what type of Swith and Wifi Extender do you recommend ? Best
My switch is a simple 4-port ethernet switch from TP-Link, and my Access Port (it is not an 'extender') is from Ubiquiti. I can't say that these are the best necessarily, but they work great for me.
My gen2 dishy arrives today, and the redesigned modem no longer has the ethernet auxiliary port. I bought the ethernet adapter they sell but it's backordered till mid 2022. So, no hardline and the power brick is inside the modem now I'm told, maybe they saw your video lol. Until the ethernet adapter shows up I'll use a tp link wifi to ethernet bridge to get the starlink wireless broadcast into my unifi.
Interesting and clever solution to the missing port on the new modem. I discussed this change in my November update: th-cam.com/video/dU4RlKFamSw/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the video. I have a D Link mesh system in the city I move to the country in a few weeks and bought a Starlink system. It works fine but I plan to replace the Starlink router with my mesh system and 40 channel high-speed switch (I've run CAT 6 cabling throughout my country home). Based on your video, it seems like this setup should work fine. I'll let you know.
Yes you should be absolutely fine. One key thing: the generation 2 square Starlink dish requires a separately purchased ethernet module...make sure you buy one from the Starlink shop!!
@@DonJoyce Thanks Don, but I have a Generation 1 round Starlink module. So far, I've connected my Starlink modem directly to my D-Link router. I have 4 out-ports (+ wifi) on my router. One out goes to my D-Link hi speed splitter. My computers and TVs are hard-wired from my splitter. So far, everything seems to run fine. I plan to hard-wire my two other D-Link routers from my first router, creating a mesh system.
I'll let you know if it all works.
my Nightowl DVR used port 80 wirelessly to the starlink router.
Thank you so much foe your guidance
Glad it was helpful!
I’m running my starlink setup with Starlink POE plug into my routers WAN port.. although I haven’t tried it yet I was under the impression that I could still set up port forwarding through my router and it would work with starlink..
Your video implies that Port forwarding won’t work with Starlink even if you’re not using their included router.. is the correct?
I thought the non-configurability of their included router was the reason why you couldn’t port forward. Can you clarify possibly? I was hoping to set up port forwarding soon so that I can access my home automation server (Hass on a Pi4) away from home.
Your use-case is similar to mine. You can certainly set up the port forwarding through your own router. The catch is that you won't have a stable external IP Address and services like no-ip.com won't work with the StarLink's CGNAT set up. That said, if you DO solve it, let me know!! Perhaps with a pi set-up, there is a way to do this.
@@DonJoyce I don't think a routable IPv4 address is realistic with CGNAT. Port Control Protocol (PCP) comes to mind, but at this stage one might go with native IPv6 and finally return to end-to-end connectivity..
Need to do an updated video for rectangle Starlink with a layer 3 switch
Thanks for the suggestion, Derek. If you buy the ethernet adaptor, you're basically in the same place as everything described in this video.
Hello don..can i connect the starlink to pfsense gateway which is connected to an existing network already, i will make the starlink as backup ISP..
I can't see why not.
Hi Don, Just discovered and subscribed to your channel. My brother lives in rural western PA and just got his Starlink setup. Is there a way for him to setup a DVR recorder to his network? and if so, which DVR device would you recommend he buy? I doubt his Dish network DVR would work with Starlink. I personally use the TiVo OTA DVR (at least 5 year old Roamio I believe. It has worked well for us off a roof mounted antenna. Would a current Tivo DVR work with Starlink for recording shows?. Great content, Don. Thanks. Ed
Thanks for your support. I can't comment on specific equipment I don't own...and I don't use a DVR. In general though, if it connects to the internet, it will work with Starlink.
I just got my gen2 starlink..its nice now we can put the router into bridge mode. Setting up a pfsense box to test out and get my unfi aps online.
Cool!!
Great video - thanks. In the diagram and explanation of your final setup; you mention that the Starlink Router does not support Port Forwarding (and lacks a web UI and can't be set to bridge mode). But your UniFi router does provide forwarding and you discard the Starlink Router by connecting your UniFi router directly to the Starlink POE injector with the UniFi WAN connection type set to DHCP. So the router you have connected to Starlink (ie UniFi) can do port forwarding - so why do you need the Bell WAN connection ? Is the real reason that you need Bell WAN because the Starlink service is a double NAT which would mean DDNS wouldn't work with Starlink ? Then 2nd question - given I assume you are having to pay extra for the Bell internet service; then wouldn't a VPN or Reverse SSH-Tunnel enable you to access your CCTV via Starlink even if they are Double NAT'ing ? so you could discard Bell WAN ? Thanks again
Correct on all counts, Phil! But my setup and requirements have changed considerably since I put that video out: I think this one is where I solve everything (almost): th-cam.com/video/bQCCN610tXE/w-d-xo.html
Hi there. Great video again. Just wondering will the Orbi RBK752 work directly connected to the Starlink brick. Thanks.
Please press 2 to change your password...press 3 if you cannot connect to the internet....LOL. Sorry, I have no idea: but if it is a fairly standard router, it should be fine.
Many thanks for this. It would be interesting to see how well Starlink works with your router's smart queue management option, & its effect on latency under load (Bufferbloat). Thanks again.
Thanks for watching. The performance continues to get better over time. Latency, while a bit variable, seems to be staying at quite a reasonable level. Here is my latest report: th-cam.com/video/bQCCN610tXE/w-d-xo.html
Don, thanks for the videos on Starlink. We are waiting for our “box”. I have a question on our proposed setup. Our current setup is an Internet modem connected to a router in one building and hardwired to a second router in our house which provides both an Ethernet connection to a desk top and wifi to other devices. Would like to replace first router with Starlink router and then connect our wired connection from the Starlink white aux port over to our house and continue to use house router for existing connection to desktop and wifi in the house. Similar to your number “2” install example, except using my existing house router instead of an ethernet switch. Do you think this will work? Plug and play? Thank you…Jim
Thanks, Deloris! Your proposed setup should work fine. If you have done any 'fiddles' to your 'first' router though (eg, set it in pass through mode, or any port forwarding), you will not be able to do these on the Starlink unit.
Thanks Don
Glad you liked it, Russian DaRick!
Any tips on how to do this same operation nowadays? Starlink’s hardware has been updated and it no longer has an Ethernet output. Their mesh service is like $275 so I need to find a workaround
Hi Karl! Purchase the ethernet adapter, then you'll have full flexibility to do any of the configurations I described in the video.
Hi! Thank you for the helpful video. I would like to ask, is Starlink compatible with all gateway routers? like cisco routers? TP Link Routers? Thank you!
Starling merely provides internet access. What you do with it on your side of the dish is up to you. Yes it is generally compatible with normal equipment.
Great Info - I have the Generation 2 set up which is totally wireless so do I need to get the Ethernet adaption to use the proposed set up?
Yes. Once you have a physical ethernet port, many more options are available to you.
Great video. When you plugged your dish directly into the WAN port of the Unifi gateway did it keep the 192.168.1.1 IP range for the WAN or change it to something else ? My LAN on my home Unifi network is already 192.168.1.x so I am assuming I will need to change that to 192.168.2.x for example to separate out the WAN/LAN ?
Hi Martin! Thanks! The 192.168.x.x IP range is on the LAN side of your router and will be the same regardless of what you plug into the WAN (internet) side. You won't need to change anything downstream from your router.
@@DonJoyce thanks. I had an issue before where if the LAN and WAN were both on the same range 192.168.1.x i had issues accessing the internet. I had to change the WAN range to 192.168.15.x to get it all working.
Thanks for this video - very helpful! I want to run a direct bury cat 6 cable out of the network switch in the house to our pole barn approx. 200 ft away for a wifi access point there. The rest of the Starlink enabled switch would be used for our networked house that has data port outlets throughout (I've installed network switch and patch cables from data ports). Was wondering if I can simply run the pole barn cable from Starlink network switch, plug it into a WIFI access point in pole barn or does this require more consideration? In the pole barn we'd like to use a smart TV, etc. Any suggestions on this idea or brands would be appreciated.
Hi Derek! Your proposed set-up sounds good. Yes, you can just plug the AP into the cable. You'll want to test that cable before burying it, of course! That said, you may want to consider a wireless ethernet bridge instead of the wire. It would work great at that range. Affiliate links for this and access points in my Amazn store...link in the description.
I just got a Starlink router. The new equipment does not have an aux port. You have to order an Ethernet adaptor for $20 from Starlink. The adaptors are not shipping until middle of March. From what I am understanding you can then bypass the starlink router and plug directly into your own network.
Absolutely correct. You can also leave the starlink router in place to use its wifi if you wish.
@@DonJoyce Until I get the adapter I have to connect to either my starlink network or my old network. I can't integrate the two. So I'm paying for two internet connections for the time being. Which really bites the pocket.
how do you plug it directly into your own network?
@@kuvceebxab1 I have ordered an adapter from starlink but it has not shipped yet. It was suppose to ship by Mar 6th. You can also can buy an wifi ethernet adapter but they run about $50.00 from Amazon.
Excellent video sir!
I'm trying to derive two private networks from a single starlink service.
Would you see any issues with adding a switch (which would connect to another router) between starlink's Poe injector & starlink's router?
Satalite dish -> Poe injector -> switch -> (3rd party router) & (starlink router)
Hello Ky! The Starlink router also is powered via PoE, so you need to address that somehow.
This is great info I’ve got an issue with AirPrint have you come across this problem?
I'm not an ios guy...sorry!
I found a way if I use a power line adapter from network switch it lets me print, I have no idea why but happy it works. Still I need to sort out my camera viewing as I’ve still got issues with that.
Hey Don, great video. Just what i wanted but I went the Ubiquiti webpage and have a question for you. Have you measured the speed since using the router? The 4 port one is shown to only handle 85mbps. This would definitely defeat some of the reason to go for starlink. (sorry to be the bearer) the next unit up, the dream machine pro is showing 250mbps but is a higher price of course. Eagerly waiting a test.
Interesting! My speediest measurements have been done on wired connections through that router and I've seen many tests over 100...but I'll double check tonight. I'm not currently at the cottage. That said, I have the same one at home, and get 100 mbs consistently over teksavvy.
Great video Dan, nice an clear
Just wanted to ask, if you think it's posible to put a PoE switch in front of the Starlink router?
I have the first generation router, and for some reason the Aux Port is not responding anymore, and Starlink is charging me 120USD for a new router, so I was planning to put my Cameras with the switch and split the signal before it gets to the router.
Or just change for a better Router with WiFI6 for example, but the white light went off, is that because the router that I used didn't need PoE? In your video, the light didn't turn on either.
What you will recommend?
You should be able to remove the Starlink router and put your own router in it's place. You can't just put a switch there...you need an actual router.
Thanks Don. Our Starlink 2 kit, with Ethernet adaptor, is on its way. Our present network setup appears to be the same as "Dons Old Cottage Network" the difference being that we have 3 or 4 Wi-Fi access points for different areas. As the Starlink Ethernet adaptor needs power from the Starlink Router, will I have to enable bypass mode and will our 3 or 4 Wi-Fi access points still work? Do you think this is our best option. We have about 30m cable from our current modem to our network switch and then about 20+ m cable to each of our Wi-Fi points. Thanks again Don.
Plugging your network switch into the Starlink Ethernet adapter, then the APs into the switch should work just fine. Glad my video helped!
Just curious, Would I have to drill any holes in my house? My house is fully wired with DSL. Thank you!
Well you need to get the cable from the dish into your house somehow, so yes, you will need to drill a hole. And unfortunately, it's pretty big. Details in this video: th-cam.com/video/yNeVTMJvqFQ/w-d-xo.html
@@DonJoyce Thanks for letting me know! I’ll still have to think about it.
I have the Starlink Gen 2 with Eth adapter included. I have had a home network setup that runs off my Edgerouter X. However anytime I connect the Starlink Eth to the Eth 0 on my edge router (which is for the wan). It seems to always fail. And unfortunately I have not been able to resolve this issue. May I get some help please
You may need to set your router to bridge mode. Google that and try it. You may want to join a star link Facebook group and ask for help.
Hi Don,
I have recently purchased the latest gen2 Starlink, my question is this - what is the optimum position for the router and mesh router nodes, back or front facing into the room you want coverage?
Aaron from Angus in Scotland.
Hi Aaron! Generally the wi-fi antennas on these devices are omni-directional. That said, they are designed to have the 'front' facing into the room. Thanks for watching and commenting! I'm about to put out my April/May report so stay tuned!
i just order my starlink and i have condition exactly like your home enviroment. but the different is , im not using Unify Gateway but mikrotik router. now waiting the dish to come first then work-around. thx for the tutorial.
Glad to hear the video helped.
Good Day please i have a standard actuated dish with the starlink business plan but i want to use my own cisco router for the office network please how will I configure it and what do i need
I already have an ethernet adapter i just majorly need help with the configuration of the devices
I suggest you get some local expert. Configuring a router can be confusing and tricky if you don't know what you're doing.
i liked and subscribed, but im curious i can't find anything about 1 satellite 1 home 1 garage connection, is this possible if garage is only 10 feet away seperate from house? Thanks in advance
Thanks! The wifi connection should work absolutely fine at that distance. BTW, I did an analysis of the WiFi performance of the Starlink router back in November: th-cam.com/video/dU4RlKFamSw/w-d-xo.html
Hey Don, similar question to T Ray, where the situation is two homes on one property about 100 feet apart. In your second diagram you have "wi-fi access Points" I looked into the UeeVii CPE450 bridges however Because it is limited at 100 mb/s I would rather run an ethernet cord to future proof the situation if starlink gets closer to 500mb/s speeds. Just wanted to confirm that if were to purchase a router and a switch and than simply have the main router in the house and a secondary one in the other house it would work fine. I was not sure what you meant by saying having enough ports I assume enough physical ethernet plug ins. Do you have any links for a good router or switch? I really appreciate it.
Hi Liam! Yes, I meant sufficient physical ethernet jacks in your router or switch. Yes, having a router in the main house, an ethernet cable, then a switch in the secondary dwelling, will work. I recommend Ubiquiti routers (there's one in my Amazon affiliate store: www.amazon.ca/shop/donjoyce?listId=9NFN8SNFXYH4), and any switch will do (TP-link has several).
I didn't know this about the Starlink's router which doesn't come with a bridge mode by itself but I guess that following your advices could make me integrate Starlink to my home. I pre-ordered Starlink some hours ago and fortunately I guess once I receive it I will do some tests with my actual Asus Dual-Band router, cause what makes feel that my connection is secure and well divided is to use the QoS (Quality of Service) platform which let's you assign bandwidth to the devices are already connected to the network. Do you have a profile at LinkedIn?
Thanks Roberto. Your Asus router will probably do just fine, and you will still be able to take advantage of its features.
Hello Don, I appreciate your video. I received my starlink however, I have a question. If my home is already wired for ethernet and coax, would I connect the starlink to my nearest wall plug, thus wiring the entire home, or would I need to try to find a 300 ft cord to connect the starlink to the home internet box under the home ( all wires)? The entire home is wired for this ethernet and coax wiring in each room. I am trying to have the fastest internet for the entire home via the wiring of the home.
I also plan on buying a mesh kit from beBest Buy via ethernet cables via the given router from starlink
Starlink will not help me with this simple question and no answers from Starlink.
Any help would be extremely helpful for my life, and I would be able to stop guessing due to starlinks refusal to help
Thanks again
For your wired network, you probably already have an ethernet switch or router located centrally in the house. Your various 'outlets' connect to that switch or router like spokes to a hub (I think this is what you mean by 'home internet box under the home'). You can certainly use one of these 'spokes' to connect your Starlink Ethernet Adapter to that switch or router. You will need to ensure that cable connects to the WAN side of the switch or router, and the rest of the spokes connect to the LAN ports. If the devices in the rest of your house all connect via wired ethernet, you don't need the wireless mesh network...but it would help for your wireless devices such as phones and tablets. I hope that helps.
Great vid!!!But some of this info is over my head.. Can it connect to a booster to lets say, to my shop 80 feet away? Does starlink have installers yet or is homeowner on his own?
Hi T Ray! Assuming you have enough ports for your needs, yes you can attach a booster. That said, you may want to consider one of these things described in this video to connect to your workshop. And there's a 20% discount code under the video: th-cam.com/video/FjMQBi5Zixk/w-d-xo.html
Regarding installers, any local satellite dish installer could easily manage a Starlight.
@@DonJoyce Thnk u Don
You could look into Ubiquiti's Point to Point Wireless gear, or get a technician to run a cable for you. If the information is going over your head, that's okay, I'd recommend hiring a professional for a business. Never be afraid to use Google etc to learn!
you can use a vpn via a vpn enabled router, with a vpn service that offers a static public ip4 and port forwarding capability. Then you can provide the "reach in" you mentioned (without needing dynamic dns), even though the starlink network is using private (class A) network for it's public ip's (aka carrier grade network). There are a few vpn services that offer this, but you have to get a router that works with your chosen vpn service.
All very true and thank you for the suggestions. The alternative, as I discussed in a later video, was to simply buy a more modern security camera system (Blink in my case; there are others). Simpler to set up than a new router and much more flexiblity. Real-time viewing and local storage (so no subscription-storage cost), motion alerts.....and REALLY simple to set up, change, expand....!
We are actually selling many routers to starlink customers for this exact same reason.
There are many customers that needs a public ip and the issue is starlink is providing a private IP. As such, you cannot do any port forwarding to it.
Just think of starlink having a big router and you are getting something similar to a 192.168.x.x IP from it.
As you know, if you try to go to that from outside your network, it will not know where to go as it is private.
Since starlink has the "big router", you cannot access the settings to do any port forwarding.
So what we offer is our MOFI Cloud Public IP service which we have been doing for more than 10 years now. With this service, you get a dedicated public static IP so you can do port forwarding to run your camera and also get your playstation or Xbox to have an Open NAT.
There some VPN companies you can also get to do this, we just have everything integrated and provider full support.
I have an older Linksys WRT54G wireless router I was using before getting Starlink. I had some older network printers connected by CAT 5 and set to static IP addresses. I could login to the Linksys router via html browser also. I plugged the Starlink into the peer port (1 or 4) instead of the WAN port. I guess my question is, should I let Starlink handle the routing (DHCP), or the LinkSys? I would assume the Starlink, since it's about a decade newer and, well, it's Starlink - but if so, how can I configure it (like blocking sites, opening ports, assigning static IP addresses, etc.)?
It sounds like it's time to upgrade at least a few of your devices. Unfortunately, the Starlink router has very limited admin controls, so you can't assign static IP's for example. Here's a video showing how I overcame some similar issues (noting that this was published 2 years ago...): th-cam.com/video/bQCCN610tXE/w-d-xo.html
Hi Don, I am thinking of getting a Starlink system but my wife wants to pre-record TV shows for watching later. Is that possible. BTW, Really appreciate your drone RPAS videos!
Thanks Bob! Think of starlink as just an internet connection. You would need a device that would enable recording. Most people find streaming or downloading easier
Just purchased Starlink and set it up for basic wifi. I'd like to run ethernet out to a detached garage (it has metal siding and roof, basically a dead zone). I have Netgear Nighthawk modem, router and extender from my previous home that had Comcast fiver cable. Can I use any of these devices to set up an access point in my garage? I was going to try the extender first.
Yes! If you are able to run a physical cable out there, you're laughing. Set up your router, ideally in pass-through or bridge mode, and if it has wifi output, you'll be good.
Good day Mr Joyce. Appreciate your videos and explanations! However, my current set up, I have an older Viasat WIFI Gateway Modem for my internet and wireless devices. I can also access my security system remotely. I currently have my NVR security system and a Ubiquity Wireless bridge cables plugged into this Modem, as well as one Cat6 cable from my Dish Network system. I have my new Starlink set up and working for internet only. But I'm looking for advice or help with my current set up and how to change it to connect to the new Starlink (square Starlink Dish and latest modem) system to these devices. Thank you kindly!
Hi Louis. Obviously you will need the starlink ethernet adapter....but after that you can simply cable your existing system into the starlink ethernet adapter's port.
@@DonJoyce Thank you Don, I am not very technical on this, that is what drove me to search online and my long message/question. I think I understand your wiring and device set up incorporating the Starlink ethernet adapter per your video. But, I'm not too sure about cabling or connecting my wired security system, and be able to remotely access it. Thank you!
Great information! Totally befuddled, still trying to interface my Google Home with Starlink.. I have no idea about routers that may be compatible..
Hey Bonnie, there's no reason it shouldn't work. But, assuming you had it working before, it may be looking for your old wireless network. So, either rename the ssid of your starlink to be the same as your old network, or re-pair your GH modules to the new network.
@@DonJoyce thank you so much! That might just solve my problems, keep you posted!!!
Very helpful as I await starlink delivery, thanks
Good luck with your installation and setup!
Thanks for the video. I have the RV version coming to my house soon. It sounds like Starling does not permit assigning IP addresses to specific devices like Sonos speakers. Is that correct? If I want to be able to reserve IP addresses, would I need to use the third party router approach and remove the Starlink router? Thank you.
If you REALLY need to assign IP addresses, yes, you will need to replace the Starlink router with your own. BUT...do you REALLY need to do that? From a quick google, Sonos speakers are just IP addressable devices, and don't need specific addresses to work properly. They work in a similar way to Amazon Alexa devices...the app just discovers them after you connect them to the network and everything works just fine.
@@DonJoyce thanks for the note. I have had my Sonos system for years and once had problems with music dropping intermittently. When on the forums talking to other users or to Sonos directly, one of the first things they recommend is assigning IP addresses to each device so they don’t change. Ever since I did that, it has been rare that I have had any issues with music dropping. I think the only issues I have would be Apple Music playing not playing nicely with sonos. I think I will need to be able to assign them. When I google Starlink and Sonos, also sounds like various other issues. I will see. Appreciate the response on it.
I will be interested to hear how you make out. This static IP thing sounds bogus, or a bug on SONOS' end. Even with Dynamic IP assignment (DHCP), a device's IP address doesn't change very often...like days, weeks, or months apart. So, it seems very unlikely to be the cause of intermittent drops. More likely, it is a support person who can't explain a problem, and throws out a 'solution' that makes you go away for a while, giving them time to fix a real bug.
Can we make access points to neighbours by using starlink router.... Is it possible???
Technically yes, but I suggest you carefully read your user contract.
I have a gen 2 Starlink router - without the ethernet ports - I bought the Starlink adapter plug-in insert & now have one Ethernet port. Question: does the Integrated Network with User Router work with this port?
Any ethernet device can be plugged into the port...
Hi Don. I just want to hook up a wireless printer to Starlink. How do I do that? Thank you
There is nothing special about the Starlink wifi setup. So, just follow the instructions for your printer to connect to your wifi. Usually pretty easy.
Hi Don if i understands you very well, apart from setting up my connection type to DHCP and changing the local balancing weight to 99%, is there any special config for it to work on my desktop or is plug and play via LAN?
You should be good to go!
This video is out of date. Starlink routers have "bypass" mode. The Starlink router is also not back compatible with 2G equipment: my printer, my Blink camera system and TV won't work with a wifi connection to the starlink router. Be advised.
I'm a total non-techy person and need very basic explanation. We just received our dish and it is set up as you mentioned in the basic format with just the Starlink router. All I need to do is broadcast this to areas of my home that are not getting the best signal from the router. I have a large two story home with the router located upstairs. Can you please tell me if I get a Google Nest Wifi system 3 pack, do I just connect it to the Starlink Aux port on the Starlink router? Or is this going to create more issues? Also if this will work do you recommend the Google Nest system or a different mesh system?
Hi Laura! No worries about being non-techy...I am 'techy', but often I need to ask my kids (ok, one is also an engineer) to explain stuff! Anyways, the google nest wifi system should work fine. Just plug it into the starlink aux port. If you have gamers in the house, they may experience problems because of having two routers back to back (the starlink router and the nest router....gasp...the dreaded "double NAT" scenario LOL). If that is the case, just remove the starlink router from the equation and plug the ethernet cable coming from the starlink power box directly into the nest router. I think I show this in the video...can't remember....where are the kids when you need them?! Merry Christmas!
Quick semi related question. Does the Starlink router broadcast in 2.4 and 5ghz at the same time? I have some wireless devices that need 2.4 ghz. Not a problem now as I have 4 mobile hubs from bell since that was the best I could do for internet, but just paid in full and will be cancelling them all as soon as Starlink arrives :)
Yes, the Starlink router transmits on both 2.4 and 5. I just confirmed on a wifi checker.
@@DonJoyce Thank you very much!
What is the Starlink router, and where is the port?
The Starlink router is the small inside box that your dish plugs into. In my video, I describe the original round dish version (the square one wasn't released at the time) and it has a built-in ethernet port. For the current dish model, you need to purchase the ethernet adaptor from the starlink store.
@@DonJoyce Thank you very much for your answer.
OK let me see if i got this straight.
I currently have Viacom's crappy sat internet.(waiting for Starlink in my area and have put the deposit)
It currently is modem/router/switch(8)/hardwired to each room/AP
Tvs in each room are hardwired as well as computers and DVR for the security cameras.
I have never setup port forwarding on the DVR but I can view it from within and outside my local network.(each cameras IP does not show up at the router)(only in the DVRs settings)
IM taking that all i have to do is get rid of my current modem and plug directly into my router (and hold on to Starlinks router for emergencies)
Do you think im going to have the same problem with the cameras?(not a deal breaker but curious)
Hi Chris. If you can currently see your cams without port forwarding, the footage may be pushed to the cloud, in which case you should be fine just plugging straight into your router.
Do you know why my speeds might slow down after hooking a switch to my ethernet adapter from the Starlink? When i hook my PC into the switch I only get 10-20 mb/s as opposed to 100 when testing it from the wireless. Thanks
Sounds like you have a crappy switch! Try replacing it...I've had them "wear out"...just cheaply manufactured.
@@DonJoyce Hi Don, this is also my problem. I replaced the switch and have unplugged all but one AP but still get around 180Mbps from Starlink and 30Mbps max from any AP out of switch.
@@robgreatrix2390 well, it's either the switch or one of your cables. There's nothing magical about the packets coming out of the Starlink system...it's just garden variety ethernet. Try replacing each cable one by one.
Can you do a video on starlink + mikrotik (hap lite) setup and has a AP wifi.
Thanks for watching and for the request. I don't usually do product-specific videos unless I happen to own the equipment.
Hi
I have the square starlink set up with the ethernet port
so I can plug in our pc.
Is there a way I can add another cable from the dish into my farm shop I have?
The shop is very close to the satellite dish rather than trying to take a cable tbrough the house to my shop. I'd love to run it directly. I'm finding most shop customers are using the card machine to purchase.
Can I somehow splice the cable to run in 2 different directions? At the moment customers have to come inside the house to use the card machine which is rather inconvenient.
No, you can't split the cable at the dish. Your best option would be a ethernet switch (basically an ethernet splitter) connected to your Starlink Ethernet adapter. You can then plug your PC into that and a cable that runs to your shop.
My udm pro only allows cctv remote access over failover since Starlink has CGnat and I'm unable to access remotely.
Also udm pro gets 10+ threats per day with Cib cctv.
No firmware website exists as far as I can tell for cib cctv.
Interesting. I presume your failover mode is to your previous internet provider?
Hi Don, can you help me please? We have a starlink router connected to a tp link router with 4 cctv cameras connected to this. We are also sending signal to our cottage from tp link router. This has been working reasonably well with our mobile devices until now, but our laptops are struggling and we either have no WiFi or need to manually connected a lot before getting a stable connection. We are doing something wrong for sure! I am getting a good signal when switching back to starlink router so the signal is good. Could you recommend anything, I do wonder if we need to do port forwarding but I have no idea where to start with this?
Sorry, I can't diagnose this over comments. One possibility come to mind: check whether you are connecting over 5ghz (vs 2.4). 5 is faster, but is shorter range and walls can decrease the signal more readily than 2.4. You should not need to do port forwarding on your router unless you are gaming.
We’re trying to get our Starlink wifi to extend to our shop across the driveway. Theres already a trench dug that we can run an Ethernet cable through. We’re looking for something that can be connected with that Ethernet cable in the trench, while still having multiple Ethernet outputs and wifi capabilities. We’re not sure if we should use a mesh wifi extender, but I have yet to find one that can be connected by Ethernet. Or if we should just get a switch for the shop but we’d also like wifi for phones and other devices. We’d like to connect a device like a wifi extender or a switch in the shop with the Ethernet cable in the trench to reduce as much packet loss as possible, rather than using a wireless connection across the driveway like a wifi bridge. We’d like to run an Ethernet cable from the starlink router in the house to across the driveway into the shop but we just don’t know what will be the best option to have Ethernet access and wifi access in the shop without losing any speed from the starlink.
Hi Owen. This doesn't sound too difficult, particularly since you have a trench! Run your ethernet cable across to the shop and plug it into an ethernet switch there. Install an Access Point in the shop; an Access Point is basically a wifi emitter that gets its source from a wired ethernet cable. I use Ubiquiti access points...they are 'power over ethernet' so also require a simple box called a power-over-ethernet injector. I'm sure there are simpler Access Points though. (BTW, if you didn't already have the trench, I would have recommended a wireless ethernet bridge like this: th-cam.com/video/FjMQBi5Zixk/w-d-xo.html)
Don Joyce thank you so much, you just answered all the questions we had, I appreciate it a lot
I got mine in uk 🇬🇧 it’s great but my installer said won’t connect to my Crestron system says need static ip?
I have no idea what the requirements of a Crestron system might be.
Anything up to date on this issue for new starlink setup
Hi there! not sure which issue you are wondering about, but this video provides updates: th-cam.com/video/bQCCN610tXE/w-d-xo.html Also, I provide a monthly update on my experience...past videos are on my channel.
Newer Starlink modem-routers do not have an auxiliary network port.
That's right. You now need to purchase the ethernet adapter for wired connections.
I have the same UniFi Router, and I'm running Controller Version
- 6.2.25 on the Settings -> Networks -> WAN2 port Configuration screen it says
"Internet Access - Coming Soon" with a greyed out button. Do you know how to work around this, or am I stuck with my slow internet ATM?
I would look for firmware updates. My WAN2 port is also 'lame' (it doesn't have all the capabilities of WAN1, such as port forwarding) but certainly usable as a secondary WAN input. And it doesn't actually switch over for proper outage protection...
Can setup be done from a computer? No bleeding edge smartphone (one that will run the Starlink app) is available. My iPhone 5 does everything I need it to do except run any of the latest apps. The iPhone 5 is no longer upgradeable, so can't run newer apps. As long as mine phone keeps working as it is at the present I'm resisting the urge to spend a grand on a new phone.
I don't know if the basic set-up can be done on a PC! There are a lot of phones (especially Android models) that are not that expensive. Probably time to consider upgrading for a lot of reasons over and above Starlink.
I want to provide Starlink signal from my family home to my guest home 250-300 feet away. In my guest home I have already router with Fronteer internet service - so how can replace the Fronteer service with Starlink -any suggestions? Thank you for your great video's.
Ideally, run an ethernet cat6 cable out there, and connect it to the router. If that is impractical, a CPE Bridge (basically a wireless ethernet cable) will do the job perfectly. Here's a video: th-cam.com/video/FjMQBi5Zixk/w-d-xo.html:
@@DonJoyce Thank you for speedy response. Do I need to buy the Ethernet adapter since i have newer Starlink ?
@@tomkalisz ah! Good point! Yes, you need the ethernet adapter.
Have you compared wifi speeds using the Starlink router with a wifi 6 router? Not sure if it makes sense to buy a new router.
Speed wouldn't be the main driver for a new router, but coverage might be. In my last monthly update I did some power level tests compared to access points: th-cam.com/video/dU4RlKFamSw/w-d-xo.html
ZeroTier is the best option
Question... In your setup not using the Starlink router can you still access settings for the starlink dish, like "Stow" or any service stats? Or do you need to temporary connect the starlink router to access that?
Good question, Darren! People say you can access the stats, but it doesn't work for me. Same for stow and other diag functions. I am now using the starlink router only and have ditched my backup provider.
@@DonJoyce thanks for the reply. I plan to not use the starlink routor as it seams you cant do any administrative settings on it. I have some NAS drives on network i dont want to see the internet. Currently on my Asus router i have the ability to block them from seeing Internet access and they just work on the internal network. My fear is using starlink router they will see Internet. But it looks like it works pluging dish into my own equipment may be fine. Guess il have to keep starlink routor close by for any diagnosis of issues and dish config access.
Cheers for the reply trying to get any information regarding starlink is like getting blood from a stone... My starlink should be shiped in next few days..... Cheers mate.
The link to the unifi device appears to have only a single WAN port…
Hi John. I'm not sure what you're looking at, but the router has two WAN ports...WAN 1 and WAN 2. Here's the link: www.amazon.ca/dp/B00LV8YZLK/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d
Hey Don, thank you for your informative video. I am hoping you can shed some light on what order should I connect?. I have Gen ONE Starlink for almost 2 years using Starlinks Router. I also have a Google Mesh network which has a Google Router and 3 Access points. Currently the Google Router is plugged into the AUX port of the Starlink Router. I want to add a Reolink Camera system. I have a 5 Port POE switch as well. Any suggestions in what order things should flow??? Thank you for your time.
Hi Karl! While I'm not familiar with the technical specs for those systems, I would say that you want your new camera system as close to the outside world as possible. So...plug the 5-port switch into the starlink port. Plug your new camera system and existing Google router into the switch. Hope that helps.
@@DonJoyce Thank you Don, when you say plug the switch into the Starlink port are you meaning directly into the Starlink Power supply port of the Starlink router? Sorry for asking again. I currently have the Starlink router connected, then Google Mesh into the AUX on the Starlink router. Thanks again much appreciated!
@@karl2051 Sorry for the ambiguity, in all cases I was referring to ethernet connections. So, connect the switch into the AUX port of your starlink router, then connect the router and cameras into the ethernet switch.
@@DonJoyce sorry, but where do you suggest the camera's NVR go in the connections?? Thanks
Nice sir
Thanks!
so we have a house system box thing which has all the connections (all the cameras, tv, anything that uses wifi). how do i connect starlink through the house and connect it to the system?
Connect the input of your 'house system box thing' to the ethernet port of your Starlink ethernet adaptor and you should be off and running!
hi Don...thank you for these tips. I am confused....i have a tower style starlink device with one port available to add a switch...can you confirm...do i still use the starlink router with the switch attached to that port OR do i unhook the starlink and then go with my own device with more ports? I need to ensure to avoid the double NAT
If the device you are attaching is truly just a switch, then you can attach it to the aux port of the starlink router (the 'tower' you described). Otherwise, you will need an actual router to replace the Starlink router. BTW, even though I had my own router, I MUCH prefer to use the Starlink one because you have access to all the starlink statistics that way.
Thanks for your reply, Don. I will research and find a switch with a few ports. Yes…it is best to keep the Starlink router to access the stats. Can you suggest a networking switch that I can order online?
@@theodoraberard5625 did you find one?
Hi Don. I have starlink gen 2. I’ve got it set up as a wireless network with one additional mesh node. I want to run an Ethernet cable to my neighbour so he can use it too. I have ordered the starlink Ethernet adapter and a netgear network switch. Using these, will I be able to run an ethernet cable to my neighbour so he can set up a WiFi network in his house with his existing third party router? Or would you suggest a different approach?
Technically, that sounds like a doable approach. Note that your neighbour will be on YOUR local area network, so you will need to be careful with any shared folders or resources. Also, you should check your Starlink Terms of Use regarding what you are planning on doing.
@@DonJoyceThanks Don. The situation is more like two family members living on the same property in different buildings. So no problem with a shared network / files etc. Thanks so much for the advice - I really appreciate it!
How do I utilize the one port that comes with the current Starlink Router? I purchased their Ethernet Adapter thinking I could just connect my Home router to it and have the Starlink Wifi and a 2nd WiFi system from my current router-NO Go. Wouldn't work and you can't switch off Starlink by bridging. my network guy suggested placing a Network switch into the additional Ethernet Port provided by Starlink. What do you think will that work. I want both Wifi Systems running in my house: Starlink and my ASUS router which provides WiFi and many hard Connections like Russoound Room wall connections, weather Station, etc.If what was suggested would not work how would I set it up in order to just use Starlink Dish and no other service provider but maintain Starlink WiFi and my old WiFi system with ASUS Router?
Hi Craig! Just consider the ethernet port on the Starlink Ethernet adapter just like the ethernet port on any internet provider's modem. You can connect a device directly to it, or have a simple multi-port ethernet switch provide you as many ports as you wish. Unless you have special requirements that prevent it, you can even connect your existing router into the Starlink ethernet port.
that is a painful limitation ! did you tried Voip by chance ?
I did not use a dedicated Voip service, but did hold many MS Teams calls (mostly audio, but some video). Everything was perfect, except for 1-5 second outages every 5-10 minutes. Pretty tough. Fingers crossed it gets better with time.