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Answers to Your Questions
Will my Viasat Internet service work with a wireless router?
If you don’t have the Viasat WiFi Modem/Gateway or would prefer to use a different router, any modern router will work with Viasat Internet service. A wireless router will allow you to create a home network with your Viasat Internet service. This will let you share the service wirelessly with your computer and other devices, such as tablets and smart phones. More detail about routers and home networks can be found here.
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Can I install my own dish?
No. Installation requires a trained technician to make sure that the dish is pointed at the satellite accurately and to verify that all connections are properly made.
Will my Homeowners Association allow the Viasat dish?
The Viasat dish is governed by the FCC Over-the-Air Reception Devices Rule. This means it has the same classification as other residential dishes —such as satellite television dishes — and can be mounted on your home. However, you should still check with your landlord or HOA for specific rules and covenants that may prevent or limit dish installations.
Can I play video games on Viasat?
The performance of some games is very poor, while some may not work at all. Others may be OK.
As a general rule, online multiplayer action games tend not to work well with Viasat Internet, while turn-based multiplayer or single-player games with fewer online elements may work better. Your physical location, gaming platform, and many other factors can impact game performance.
Gamers should also bear in mind that software updates and downloadable content do count toward your data allowance, and can add up quickly.
Can I use VoIP (internet phone) with Viasat Internet service?
Yes. In fact, we offer Voice, which is optimized specifically for our network and includes unlimited local and long-distance calling in the U.S. and Canada. Learn more on the Voice page.
Other VoIP services usually work fine with Viasat Internet, but you’ll likely see better results with Voice. Plus, with Voice, calls don’t count toward the data you use monthly.
What’s the installation process like?
A certified professional technician installs equipment and activates the Viasat Internet service at your chosen location. The satellite mini-dish is about 30 inches wide x 28 inches high and can be easily mounted on a roof, outside wall or on a pole in the ground. A cable from the dish connects to the modem, which connects to your computer. Installations typically take 2-3 hours. Learn more about the installation process.
What is Viasat?
Viasat is the company that brings you Viasat internet, as well as in-flight Wi-Fi on many major airlines. The company was founded in California in 1986, and its three founders are still involved with the business. Today, Viasat has more than 3,700 employees and is dedicated to bringing the best internet service to consumers living in all corners of the U.S.
What about latency?
The reason older versions of satellite internet service were slow had more to do with the technology available at the time than latency. Viasat incorporates groundbreaking web acceleration technology, which dramatically speeds up page-load times, minimizing the effect of latency. So in addition to the much higher speeds enabled by our high capacity satellite, you will experience a much faster, more responsive web browsing experience.
Although our latency is greater than on cable and DSL networks, it’s not enough to make a big difference in most uses of the internet. (Exceptions can be certain games and VPN services — see below.)