Coverage enhancements

Introducing FirstNet® MegaRange™. A new solution designed to improve connectivity, and throughput of data services to our cellular towers – particularly at the edge of signal coverage – using specially designed FirstNet Ready™ modems.

San Antonio police and fire personnel monitor information at the Southwest Texas Fusion Center during the course of her work day. The Fusion Center uses FirstNet for operability and played a big role in the communications plan during the city’s NCAA Final Four even in 2018.

FirstNet Response Operations Group fleet of deployable assets

Available for FirstNet users when disaster strikes or for a planned high-visibility public event.

The fleet of 150+ temporary service solutions includes ground-based assets such as Cell on Wheels (COWs) and heavy-duty Satellite Cell on Light Trucks or SatCOLTs.

When disaster strikes, keeping first responders and our other customers connected is our priority.

Read more about the FirstNet Response Operations Group

The new AT&T Cell Booster and AT&T Cell Booster Pro

The AT&T Cell Booster and AT&T Cell Booster Pro are designed to provide better wireless coverage utilizing your broadband internet.

The AT&T Cell Boosters create a 4G LTE cell signal that results in better indoor coverage, more reliable voice calling and texting, and more consistent data speeds - so you can focus on what's important.

Read more about AT&T Cell Booster Pro

FirstNet® MegaRange™

FirstNet MegaRange is designed to improve connectivity and throughput of data services to our cellular towers – particularly at the edge of typical signal coverage – using specially designed FirstNet Ready modems.

This solution, also known as High Power User Equipment (HPUE), operates at a higher power class on Band 14 and enables devices to improve uplink data speeds at the edge of the network and provide a more reliable coverage area.

FirstNet MegaRange provides the greatest benefit in areas where data connectivity is unreliable, such as remote regions, rural areas, and tribal nations. It also boosts coverage in metropolitan areas that have challenges with cellular signal penetration through buildings and underground parking structures.

For additional information:

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Assured Wireless® MegaMobile (PDF)

Assured Wireless® MegaFixed (PDF)

Assured Wireless® MegaGo (PDF)

Satellite services

FirstNet provides a broadband LTE network and advanced satellite-based communication capabilities. These services help FirstNet link key agency professionals – even in remote areas and extreme settings.

Through Inmarsat Government, FirstNet offers a range of satellite solutions. Choose from satellite phones and transportable broadband solutions to full network recovery capabilities. There’s a solution to meet your agency requirements and budget.

For more information visit https://www.inmarsatgov.com/firstnet/.

In-building solutions

Large concrete and steel structures often limit indoor cellular coverage. To alleviate this limitation, FirstNet uses Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) in large public venues and buildings across the United States. The DAS network of small antennas enhance wireless service within a designated area or building. With over 6,000 already in place, the FirstNet DAS delivers enhanced connectivity, capacity, and coverage where an unassisted network signal would typically not reach. The LTE DAS will support First Priority® and will provide full access to the FirstNet network. This network “densification” provides added security and safety for citizens and first responders alike.
FirstNet CRD and miniCRD

Compact Rapid Deployable™

CRD™ and miniCRD™ are official FirstNet customer-owned deployables. They generate an area of FirstNet Band 14 cellular and wi-fi coverage, anytime and anywhere. Your very own Cell-On-Wheels (COW) or ultra-portable case, can be deployed by a single person within minutes, wherever needed.

  • FirstNet cellular range up to 2 miles
  • High-speed satellite internet
  • Wi-fi range up to 500'
  • Weatherproof and NEMA/IP compliant
  • FirstNet Ready® router
  • Rapid deployable, single person set up 15 minutes or less
  • The CRD rolls through standard ADA doorways and is deliverable by SUV, truck or trailer
  • The miniCRD can be hand-carried and checked on commercial flights

Read more about CRD™ for FirstNet®