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Managed Internet That Works
Managed Internet That Works
Rent managed internet that works. From our base in Los Angeles, right across the USA.
When it really matters, rent quality managed bonded cellular event networks from PopUp WiFi. Since 2014, we’ve delivered the world’s most elegant plug’n’play internet solutions for production. Our modular range is packed with the latest bonded multi-carrier cellular technology, bringing you the most stable high-performance internet. Got a question before or during your event? Just call or text our friendly certified network engineers. They’ve got on-the-spot answers, 24/7. So whether you’re throwing a charity gala on a ranch, exhibiting at a packed trade show or broadcasting in 4K from a sold-out concert, we’ve got you.
Trade Show Internet - Instant Order
Introducing on-the-spot ordering 24/7. Now you can rent a plug'n'play internet kit for your next tradeshow booth - FAST - with our new Exhibitor Express store. Check out our range of complete tradeshow packages with 24/7 phone support. For booths from 10' x 10' - 80' x 80'. Works inside Convention Centers, Hotels and outdoors. Rent with confidence - no outages, no overages, just managed internet that works.
The NEW Beast Mach 3 Has Landed!
Now with extra 5G-Force, the NEW Beast Mach 3 is here, and it is FAST - 40% faster than our original bestseller. Seamlessly combining the three best-performing 5G connections from any combination of the major carriers the model has the fastest-available 5G modems, and high-gain antennas for power in a crowd. Packet-level bonding from Peplink, with the option to add any other available connections including Starlink FREE. Expert monitoring and management from Peplink-certified network engineers 24/7.
ULTIMATE LIVE SUPPORT, 24/7
Stack your team with dedicated experts.
Our certified network engineers use our powerful cloud-based proprietary tools to expertly manage your network in real-time, so you can concentrate on producing your show.
It’s like having an invisible onsite engineer managing your network, 24/7.
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Every PopUp WiFi rental comes with our unique Slipstream Insights Dashboard - absolutely free.
For real time oversight of your network usage any time, on any device. Stop guessing, start Slipstream.
Access on any device
Keep track of how many users are connected to your network in real time from anywhere – even if you’re off-site. You can view which users are connected and which devices are consuming the most data. We can even boot users off the network if they’re using too much data (just call us for help).
All your information in one place
Monitor the amount of data that has been used, how much is remaining and compare that with the rental time elapsed timeline to avoid surprises. You can top up your data straight from Slipstream, by adding 20GB, 50GB and 100GB data packs on the spot.
Make faster decisions
We’ve put all the details about your rental in one place, including your custom network names and passwords, delivery dates, return dates and numbers for our 24/7 support team. Lost your return shipping label? Just download it from Slipstream.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Four Steps To Seamless Connectivity:
STEP 1
Customize your solution
Use our online quote builder or book a call with our experienced events team and they’ll make sure you have the best managed internet solution at the best price.
STEP 2
Load in + free tech run
We’ll courier your PopUp WiFi unit right to your door by the next business day. Just set your unit up on something 4’-10’ off the ground, text a photo of your unit set up to our 24/7 techs, and they’ll log in and optimize your network performance.
STEP 3
Log in for live insights
Scan the QR Code on your unit to log in to your Slipstream dashboard. Then stay up to date with information about your internet including data usages, devices and connectivity.
STEP 4
Return after
your event
Pop your unit/s back into the padded box it arrived in, and drop it at your nearest FedEx store the day after your event. You can access your included shipping label using your Slipstream dashboard.
FAQ
Your Questions Answered
PopUp WiFi delivers plug’n’play managed internet appliances, shipped to clients across the USA. All rentals come with unlimited, unthrottled multi-carrier cellular data and custom network name/s and password/s. The clients install the units with live support of our 24/7 team of Peplink-certified nework engineers. Set up is very easy – just stand the unit up on a table or strap to a truss, and plug into standard power. Text a photo of your setup to the 24/7 tech support team to check, then they will remotely optimize and manage the network so it provides the best-possible performance at your location. The networks are monitored in real time by PopUp WiFi engineers, who can make changes on-the-spot to respond to environmental challenges.
Each model combines several internet connections into one solid bonded connection. The Pelican cases contain enterprise-grade Peplink bonding routers that feature SpeedFusion and FusionSIM technology. There are multiple modems and several high-gain 4×4 MIMO antennas that connect to any best-performing 5G and LTE-A networks from Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T at the same time. Larger units feature additional 5G connections, with ultra high-gain directional antennas for extra speed. Traffic is shared across every link, so if one carrier slows down or drops out, the others keep your event online. If there are any other WAN-sources such as Starlink or a house connection available, clients can connect them to their PopUp WiFi unit. Our engineers can bond the additional connection to the multi-carrier cellular connections free of charge. This results in one consolidated, highly-redundant source of internet for events, production, business and industry.
Bonded cellular internet combines several cellular connections, usually from several different carriers, into a single faster and more resilient connection. PopUp WiFi uses Peplink packet-level bonding, so your traffic is spread across every available 5G and LTE link simultaneously and one weak signal won’t take your event offline.
Speeds depend on the local cellular infrastructure near the venue and other environmental factors. We’ll always give you the best-available speeds at your venue. When you request a quote from PopUp WiFi we’ll ask for the venue address. Our techs will check the Speedtest.net database to understand historic cellular speed test results run on the various cellular carriers, and give you an indication of actual speeds available at your site.
The larger the PopUp WiFi models like the Titan and Beast Mach 3 have ultra high-gain directional antennas and more 5G connections working together, which gives higher speeds. Generally-speaking the more 5G connections and the larger the antennas, the higher the speeds per model. The quad-5G Titan model offers the fastest speeds in the current range, with bonded downloads of up to 500 mbps and uploads of up to 150 mbps in areas with good 5G capacity and cellular signal strength. If there is other WAN available such as Starlink, this can be bonded to the cellular connections for even more total bonded bandwidth. We can also increase speeds by switching bonding off, if speed is more important than reliability. Total throughput can reach up to a Gigabit.
All PopUp WiFi units use a combination of several AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon 5G and LTE-A connections in an combination performing best to ensure that your internet is as robust as can be. If any carrier is performing unreliably at your event, our network engineers will know and they can switch it out seamlessly to a better carrier without disrupting your connection.
Yes, all PopUp WiFi rentals and purchases include access to your own Live Network Insights dashboard called Slipstream. You can access the Slipstream portal by scanning the QR codes on your unit, or by using the link we send you prior to your event. From here, you can monitor network traffic and top bandwidth users, access your network information and return shipping labels, and top up your data if necessary.
PopUp WiFi rentals start at $995 for the Lite for one live day plus a tech-run day, $1,325 for the Workhorse for one live day, $2,150 for the Beast Mach 3 and $2,795 for the Titan, for a single unit for a single day. The longer you rent for, the lower the price. For example, the Workhorse costs $3,078 for seven live days (all-inclusive). Volume discounts of up to 40% off apply for longer rentals and when you rent two or more units. Genuinely unlimited, unthrottled 5G data with NO caps is included free with rentals of up to 14 days (T&Cs apply). Everything is included so there are no overage charges, and no extra charges to add a custom network name (SSID) and password.
Use the online quote builder at quote.popup-wifi.com to customize your rental, or book a consultation call with the PopUp WiFi team. Tell us about your venue, headcount and what you’ll run on the network, like streaming, POS or registration, and we’ll match the right unit for your needs.
The best rental depends on your venue size, guest count, and how you’ll use the internet, so PopUp WiFi builds a tailored recommendation rather than a one-size-fits-all answer. Start with our online quote builder at quote.popup-wifi.com, or book a consultation call with our team, and we’ll ask about your event details, expected attendance, and connectivity needs to match you with the right setup and pricing for your specific event. Check out the Product Overview page https://popup-wifi.com/products-pricing/product-overview/ to compare the products and prices of the basic range.
The earlier, the better if you want to take advantage of handy offers like free shipping until 30 days before your event, and Early Bird pricing when you order more than 4 months in advance. Of course, this isn’t always possible, so we recommend ordering at least 4 days before your event starts to avoid rush rate shipping (inventory levels permitting). If you need WiFi in a hurry, we can even dispatch by 2 pm Pacific Time on the same day (Monday to Friday) for overnight delivery, or you can collect from our warehouses in Los Angeles or Memphis if you’re nearby and in a hurry. If you are planning an event during September or October, we recommend booking earlier if possible as demand is high.
Yes. PopUp WiFi units are shipped to you two business days before you need it, and you will have access to live support for the whole event. We include a free setup and testing day the day before your live date, or you can set up your unit three+ hours before your event starts on your live date. We ship using FedEx to all US locations and recommend shipping to a FedEx store for collection for lowest-risk delivery, or we can ship to your hotel or business.
Yes. Call or text PopUp WiFi’s certified network engineers any time, day or night. Average response time is under one minute. You’ll find the number in your Slipstream dashboard, on the unit and in your intro emails. You’re welcome to access PopUp WiFi live support any time from when you receive your unit and are ready to set up and start testing, right until the end of your event. You don’t have to wait to set up and start testing with our expert help and support.
PopUp WiFi supports trade shows, conferences, conventions, ground breaking events, graduations, live streaming and 4K broadcasts, festivals, community events, fundraising galas and sporting events, plus site offices, silent auctions, workshops, brand activations and pop-ups anywhere in the USA.
Whether renting versus buying from PopUp WiFi makes more sense depends on your situation. Renting gives you custom enterprise-grade bonded internet when you need it, wherever you need it, without buying, storing, maintaining and shipping the gear between events. We maintain all our units so all you need to do is plug’n’play. If you manage many different types of events that need varied solutions and model types, or activate infrequently, renting saves money. Every PopUp WiFi rental, from the Lite to the Titan, includes 24/7 phone and text support from our expert Peplink-certified network engineers, your own live Slipstream dashboard, unlimited uthrottled data from all carriers on rentals up to 14 days and free FedEx returns. And since every venue is different, renting lets you pick exactly the right combination of units for your job, case-by-case with the support from our Solutions crew. Buying makes works best for our clients who are activating in similar situations regularly, and finding themselves renting the same solution each time – then buying is a no-brainer. If you’re wondering what makes more sense for you, you can always jump in a call with a PopUp WiFi Solutions architect.
Yes, PopUp WiFi units work together to create one seamless network with the right level of capacity for your needs, so you can cover bigger spaces and more people, and users stay connected as they move between zones. Each unit adds its own unthrottled bonded connections, so total speed grows as you add units. PopUp WiFi units support different numbers of users, for example, the Lite supports 50 users, the Workhorse supports 100 users, The Beast Mach 3 supports 125 users and the Titan supports up to 150 user for generally connectivity. We can combine any number of units to get the right level of connections and coverage for your project. If you’re planning a large event or anticipate upload-heavy use like streaming or AI tools, get in touch with us. A Technical Solutions team member will help you create a custom network that balances your event size and requirements with your budget.
Every PopUp WiFi rental includes the unit, unlimited unthrottled data (no cap) on rentals of up to 14 days, with a custom network name and password, plug’n’play setup with our team’s phone and text support, and live management and on-the-spot help from our 24/7 Peplink-certified network engineers, the Slipstream dashboard to monitor your network, and free return shipping via FedEx. There are no overage charges and no extra fees for a custom network name. Static IPs are available for $85.
Yes, PopUp WiFi includes genuinely unlimited, unthrottled data on every rental up to 14 days, using whichever combination of Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T connections are performing best at your location. There are no caps, no overage charges and no slowdowns or “shaping” after a certain amount of use.
PopUp WiFi units arrive ready to go, so setup is quick – less than a minute. Stand the unit on a table or strap it to a truss at waist height or higher (maximum height 10′), plug it into standard power, and text a photo of your setup to our 24/7 Support team. Our engineers will check the install and environment, then they’ll optimize the network remotely and manage it live through your event. Allow a minimum of 3 hours before doors open to connect and test your own devices.
Managed event WiFi refers to event networks that are constantly monitored and proactively managed in real time by experts full-time network engineers using advanced tools. The entire production network is monitored and maintained by our techs throughout your event. PopUp WiFi’s Peplink-certified engineers are dedicated network specialists, who optimize each network remotely and use management tools that monitor the health of our networks in real time. If there’s a change in latency or if a unit goes offline, our engineers are alerted and make changes on-the-spot. Support is 24/7 by phone or text, and you can see how your network is performing live in the Slipstream dashboard. Managed event WiFi is a guaranteed service with one bill to pay and all services and systems integrated to deliver seamless connectivity with 24/7 live phone and text support any time you have a question.
No, PopUp WiFi units are built for your own crew to set up: place the unit, plug it in and text a photo to the support team. From there, PopUp WiFi’s 24/7 network engineers will check your setup, and “Approve” the set up, then configure, monitor and manage the network remotely for the whole event. This means you get expert management and support from a highly-experienced, razor-sharp team wherever you need them, without paying for a technician on site. Visit the Beast Mach 3, Workhorse, Lite and Titan pages to see several examples of “Approved” onsite setups to start your planning for setting up your PopUp WiFi unit.
Venue WiFi is usually shared with everyone in the building, so a PopUp WiFi unit gives your event its own dedicated, managed network. If the venue has fiber, satellite or WiFi available, it can plug into the unit’s WAN port or connect over WiFi WAN, and the Peplink bonding router combines it with Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T 5G and LTE, and the whole networ is managed live by our network engineers so you have a single point of contact for your event network, and if the venue connection fails, your event stays online (your guests won’t even notice).
A plug-and-play WiFi kit, or “WiFi in a box”, is PopUp WiFi’s all-in-one internet unit that arrives ready to use. Every model, from the Lite to the popular Workhorse, Beast Mach 3 and Titan is an all-in-one turnkey product, which packs Peplink bonding routers, 5G and LTE modems, several antennas and custom WiFi into one rugged case with multiple cellular connections from all major carriers. The bigger the unit, the more power and speed it has. Place it on a table or similar at waist height or higher, power it on and text a photo of your setup. The 24/7 engineers check the install, optimize the connection and manage your network live through your event so you stay seamlessly connected. You can connect via WiFi, hardline or both. When your event is finished, pop the unit back into the padded shippper it arrived in, and drop it off at your nearest FedEx or UPS store with the included return shipping labels the next day, and you’ll be all set.
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