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Why does Parish IoT want to build this wireless network?

Imagine having a mobile phone, but no cell towers. The coolest mobile phone can’t do anything without a network. While the IoT device market is young, new devices are coming to market. Someone needs to build the network in the area, or the IoT devices that people purchase won’t work. The network is well established in other cities like Houston, Dallas & Austin.

Can my computer or smart phone use this IoT wireless network?

No. IoT wireless networks utilize the 900MHZ spectrum. Traditional internet WiFi uses 2.4 or 5 Ghz. The IoT network doesn’t work the same way as the internet on your computer or smart phone. Most IoT devices send small packets of data to the internet. They don’t receive or consume data like computers and smart phones. You cannot use the Helium IoT network to download websites, images or videos.

What does a host have to do?

Host are required to keep the hotspot plugged into a surge protector, powered on, and provide an internet connection ( wired or wireless). Our monitoring system will monitor the hotspot remotely.We may email, call or text you to perform simple tasks like reboot the hotspot. If a hotspot becomes troubled and requires maintenance, Parish IoT will setup an appointment to service the hotspot.

What if I move?

Parish IoT understands that life happens, and life is full of changes. In the event you need to move or just don’t want to host any more, you can terminate your host contract by notifying us and returning the equipment. You cannot move the hotspot to your new location without prior approval from Parish IoT. Parish IoT has a network design that it is deploying and hotspots need to be where they are provisioned.

What if the power or the internet goes out?

Hosts are required to keep the hotspot powered on and connected to the internet 95% of the time. Power cycling the hotspot un-necessarily could cause network issues as the hotspot might not be available when the other hotspots try to verify its existence. Parish IoT understands utility power outages happen, and we don’t hold those against you.