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How long will the Affordable Connectivity Program last?

The ACP stopped accepting new enrollments as of February 7, 2024. We have also received notice that funding for this program has the potential to run out by April of this year (2024). If the fund is depleted and no further action is taken by the United States government, all households participating in the program will no longer receive the $30 discount after their April 2024 internet bill.

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If your router was provided by EPB Fiber Optics through Smart Network, it should perform well at these speeds. If for any reason it does not, please let us know. If you purchased a wireless router on your own, a quick Google search of the make and model number (indicated on your router) will determine if its frequency matches “802.11n” or “802.11ac”.

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There are many factors that can affect your home's Wi-Fi performance. If you're setting up your own Wi-Fi network, we offer tips for setting up and optimizing a Wi-Fi network and this helpful video.

We also offer EPB Smart Network that includes the right equipment, professional installation and anytime support to optimize your home's Wi-Fi network for you. For just $9.99 a month you get:

  • A Gig-speed router (extremely important for the best Wi-Fi performance).
  • Professional router installation and home Wi-Fi network setup.
  • Configuration for optimal wireless coverage to deliver the most bandwidth throughout your home.
  • Expert set up of all your wireless devices.
  • Return visits at no extra charge to set up other internet connected devices as you purchase them.
  • No cost tech support whenever you need it – 24/7/365.

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The ACP stopped accepting new enrollments as of February 7, 2024. We have also received notice that funding for this program has the potential to run out by April of this year (2024). If the fund is depleted and no further action is taken by the United States government, all households participating in the program will no longer receive the $30 discount after their April 2024 internet bill.

Most devices do not currently support 2.5 Gig speeds. However, if you have a device that is capable of reaching 2.5 Gig speeds over a LAN connection, here are two solutions we recommend:

Option 1: Disconnect the router and connect your device directly to your wall’s ethernet jack using a cat5e ethernet cable (or better). If you don’t have one, let us know — our EPB Tech Pros can provide one by request during your installation. The downside is that your other devices won’t be able to connect to Wi-Fi while your router is unplugged.

Option 2: Research and purchase a personal network device with LAN ports that will deliver 2.5 Gig speeds.

It depends. Like all technology, wireless routers are continually improved and updated so performance could be based on the age and type of router. We recommend that you check your wireless router with a “speed test” to ensure you are receiving the best performance from your new speed, and upgrade your router if necessary.

For more information, watch this helpful Tech Tip video.

There are many reasons why you may not be achieving Gigabit speeds. Let's start by pointing out that the best way to get the maximum internet speed is to connect your computer directly to the EPB Fiber Optics jack using a Cat 5e ethernet wire. Keep in mind that advertised speeds can rarely be achieved on WiFi because the signal strength diluted over a wireless network. If you're using a WiFi router, there are several factors that can affect your performance. The age and type of wireless router, as well as its placement in your home are determining factors of speed and performance. And, like all technology, wireless routers are continually improved and updated for better performance. If you're using older equipment that wasn't made to handle such speeds, we recommend that you upgrade your router and computer if necessary.

For more information, watch this helpful Tech Tip video. If you're still having trouble, give us a call anytime at 423-648-1372.

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