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This article showcases our Starlink Installation project for a residential beachfront house in Ehrenberg, AZ, which was recently completed. Provided the homeowner with high-speed internet access in an area where traditional ISPs seemed unavailable.
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Starlink Installation Project in Ehrenberg, AZ
Our Starlink installation SMEs received a service request from a resident in Ehrenberg, AZ, who was seeking professional assistance with installing their Starlink Standard Kit.
1. Starlink Installation Planning and Assessment
Our team performed an initial offsite assessment to ascertain the property’s feasibility for Starlink installation. This process included analyzing satellite imagery, collecting on-site photographs, and evaluating the roof type, as well as any potential obstructions. This comprehensive assessment enabled us to determine the required materials, equipment, suitable mounting options, and manpower necessary to facilitate a seamless installation of Starlink services.
Result of Initial Offsite Assessment:
Property Size: 650 sqft, single-family home
Floors: One-story house with a basement
Roof Type: Low-slope roof
The Starlink Equipment: Starlink Standard Kit
Mount: Standard Wall Mount
After the initial offsite assessment, we received the customer’s approval for the job order and arranged the installation schedule with our Ehrenberg, AZ Starlink installers.
2. Starlink Installation and Delivery
Our Starlink installation team arrived on-site to perform the following scope of work:
✅Install the Starlink Standard kit using the Standard wall mount
✅ Route the cable from the Starlink dish to the indoor Gen 3 Wi-Fi mesh router.
✅ Activate & configure the Starlink Gen3 WiFi mesh router.
✅Guide the customer on how to use the Starlink App.
✅Test and document the installations with photos.
To kick off the installation, we conducted a Starlink Obstructions Test using the Starlink App. This crucial step helped determine the optimal placement for the dish, ensuring a strong and reliable connection to the Starlink satellite network. The test yielded a “Good Experience” rating, confirming that the selected location was well-suited for smooth streaming, browsing, video calls, and gaming.
The Starlink Standard dish was securely mounted using a Standard wall mount for maximum stability and signal reception.
We used a cable routing kit to ensure a clean, weather-resistant installation, providing proper sealing and cable management. The proprietary Starlink cable was neatly routed from the outdoor dish to the indoor Gen3 Wi-Fi mesh router, positioned in a customer-approved location to optimize WiFi coverage and signal strength throughout the home.
Using the Starlink App, we customized the Gen 3 WiFi Mesh Router by setting up the customer’s preferred network name (SSID) and password, ensuring a seamless connection.
Finally, we provided the customer with a walkthrough of the Starlink App’s key features, including:
- Access and manage their SSID
- Reset their password
- Run speed tests
- Refresh or reset the Starlink network
- Troubleshoot common connectivity issues
Starlink Performance Testing
After the installation, our team performed a Starlink Alignment Test to ensure the dish was in the best possible position for continuous satellite connectivity. The process involved carefully assessing the dish’s position, considering the elevation angle, azimuth direction, and potential obstructions (such as trees, buildings, or other structures).
Then, the Starlink Speed Test was conducted to test the system’s internet performance. It’s important to note that Starlink can take up to 12 hours to synchronize with the satellite network fully.
The Starlink Speed Test results show the progressive development of internet performance using Starlink, based on three speed tests conducted at different intervals. Metrics analyzed include download speed, upload speed, and latency.
Speed Test Analysis
- Download Speed– Significant and steady improvement from 72 Mbps to 338 Mbps, indicating improved throughput and optimized network conditions.
- Upload Speed -Decreased over time from 33 Mbps to 14 Mbps. This trend may affect performance for tasks that require high upload bandwidth, such as video uploads or cloud backups.
- Latency – Initially low (19 ms), peaked at 43 ms in Speed Test 2, then stabilized at 22 ms. Latency remains within acceptable ranges for video conferencing and online gaming.
Recommendations to Optimize Performance
Starlink upload performamce can be optimized by following these tips and recommendations:
- Check for Obstructions using the Starlink app — even partial obstructions can reduce upload speeds.
- Use wired connections (Ethernet) instead of WiFi when high upload reliability is necessary.
- Limit the number of connected devices during critical periods of use.
- Regularly reboots the router, especially after updates.
Conclusion
The Starlink installation project for a beachfront home in Ehrenberg, Arizona, was a success. Our experienced installers securely mounted and optimized the Starlink System to ensure optimal connectivity performance in the residential home. As the Starlink Speed test results show, Starlink’s performance continues to evolve, offering faster download speeds and maintaining an acceptable latency range.
The upload speed results may be due to network prioritization or the placement of your hardware. It can be resolved by opting for a wired connection and limiting the number of connected devices during critical periods when heavy upload activity is necessary.
This project helps bridge the digital divide and empowers homeowners with the connectivity they need for online studies, remote work and daily communications.
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