Get online - and stay there - with the PopUp WiFi Express.
For the jobs that really matter, the PopUp WiFi Express is the most reliable plug’n’play internet solution around. Hire or lease an Express unit for your virtual or live events, video stream or fundraiser. With multi-carrier bonded technology and 24/7 expert live support, the Express delivers powerful seamless internet that works.
From our base in LA, right across the USA.
Experience the difference of a fully-managed event internet service.
A powerful managed internet solution that gets you connected in minutes.
The PopUp WiFi Express
- 3 bonded active 4G/LTE simultaneous carriers for premium performance and redundancy.
- Seamless failover for uninterrupted service - even if there's a problem with one of the carriers.
- LAN port to directly connect a device or a switch with a hard line.
- WAN port so you can add any available onsite connection to the bonded pool for even more backup.
- Support up to 100 users at any one time, with an unlimited number of connections throughout the hire.
- Coverage area of 100' in an direction from the unit when it is positioned at waist height. Get even more range if you can set it up higher.
- Custom network name(s) and password(s), updated whenever you like, with optional separate secure networks for staff and guests.
- Static IP available.
- Venue permission not required.
Seamlessly bonded
Combines three different 4G/LTE feeds simultanesouly, together with any available on-site connection for peak performance & uninterrupted transitioning between carriers.
Two ethernet ports
A handy LAN port so you can connect a device or a switch with a hardline.
The WAN port lets you add any on-site connection to the pool for even greater redundancy.
Free testing available
Planning something tricky, somewhere tricky? Run a test at your location ahead of time with full support from our expert techs. If it's not all you hoped for, we'll give you a full refund.
Linden Kurth
CTO | Network Engineer | Co-founder
UltiMate Intelligent Active Support
Every PopUp WiFi unit is managed live by our expert network engineers using IoT intelligence and powerful management tools that let them make active changes in real time.
The UltiMate Intelligent Active Inclusions that make PopUp WiFi the #1 choice for serious producers:
Individual Network Check & Optimization
Exactly like a soundcheck, this essential step is the secret sauce. With every hire, our network engineers run a sophisticated network check and optimization to get all the levels just right for your location. You wouldn’t dream of staging a concert without a soundcheck. Don’t risk poor internet performance by starting an event without a network check.
24/7 Active live management and support informed by IoT intelligence
Since 2014, we’ve been intentionally building our unique remote management systems that deliver a steady stream of status reports to our techs. PopUp WiFi network engineers have complete insight & control over the network components inside each of our units. When you call our Support number, you’ll speak directly to a tech who can actively make changes to your network on-the-fly. You get the benefits of having a qualified network engineer for your event, without the price tag.
Businesses all over the world use the Express unit to power their live streaming and event productions.
What's in the box?
Your PopUp WiFi Express unit hire includes all the production internet essentials:
Custom network configuration
Set your own network names & passwords during checkout. We’ll ship your unit pre-configured and customized, ready to plug in.
Network Performance Optimization
Your individual network check & optimization with our network engineers so you get best internet performance for your location.
100GB Data Pack
We’ve packed in more data than most events could chew through in a day so you can relax about data usage. For a longer hire, you can add data packs during your hire, from $2/GB.
Expert live support
From the moment you plug in your Express unit, right until the show’s over, our friendly techs are here for you. They manage your network in real-time and provide on-the-spot answers – 24/7.
Delivery
Return standard delivery – US-wide. Talk to us about a quote for express shipping if you need your unit quickly. We normally deliver two days before your event.
PopUp WiFi Express Plans and Prices
If you’d prefer to discuss your event with one of our friendly (internet-obsessed) teammates, drop us a line and we’ll be with you by the next business day. We promise we’ll never hassle you with annoying sales calls.
If you’re a non-profit, reach out, we’d love to hear from you. We offer special inclusions for Community organisations.
PopUp WiFi Express Technical Specifications
The PopUp WiFi Express is a compact and powerful high-availability managed internet unit for rapid deployment. Suitable for high-density situations, complex technical production,
streaming in SD and deployments in more remote areas.
Quick Facts
- Runs using three bonded 4G/LTE-Advanced cellular providers concurrently for increased performance and 99.9% uptime
- Venue permission not required
- CAPTIVATE integrated WiFi marketing compatible
Router
- Multi-provider capable (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile)
- LTE Category 6 and 12
- 8 Load-balancing algorithms
- WAN smoothing available
- Carrier bonding
- Cloud-managed
- VLAN priority-capable
- 1 x External ethernet LAN port
- 1 x WAN port
- WiFi WAN-compatible
- Up to 400Mbps throughput
- Bonded speeds 10-100Mbps download, 10-100Mbps upload
- Latency 30-100ms
- DHCP IP addressing
- Static public IP address available
Antennas
- High-gain antennas for superior 4G performance
- Directional and omni-directional antennas for range and reach
Access Point
• At least 10,000 sq. ft. range (100′ x 100′ room)
• 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax WiFi 6
• CAPTIVATE compatible
• 4×4 MIMO
• Broadcasts 5Ghz and 2.4Ghz frequencies
• Complies with all main WiFi security standards
• Web content filtering, whitelisting and blacklisting
• WPA, WPA2 and WPA3 and enhanced open encryption
Power
- Powered by standard US 3-pin AC power plug
- Battery power available via external 4 pin XLR connector
- Low power consumption (approx. 30 watts)
- Battery Power kits available separately
Build
- Tough Pelican case construction with an external power cord. Does not need to be opened to operate.
- Approved to take as carry-on or checked baggage
- Combination locked – able to be opened by airport security (TSA approved)
- Splash resistant
- Operating Temperatures 23F – 122F
- 4-pin xlr power inlet for battery power
- Green power indicator light
- External Ethernet – CAT6A RJ45 LAN port for connecting a network switch, direct client access or external WAN
- Green power indicator light
- Operating temperature range
Dimensions
• 21.7 x 13.8 x 9 inches
• 23lb
Reporting Capabilities
- Presence Reporting – Crowd counting and crowd behaviour analytics.
- Network Usage Reporting – numbers of users and most-commonly-accessed apps and URLs on the network.
- Data capture and reporting via captive portal. Email addresses, phone numbers, survey responses.