Wimax is coming to i29.

This spring i29 will upgrade its wireless Internet equipment to offer WiMAX service. WiMAX is a new standard in wireless Internet. When the WiFi standard was adopted for in-home wireless networks a few years ago many low-cost devices and services followed. WiMAX brings the same promise for entire communities as it is being deployed nationwide. i29 is proud to bring this exciting new service to the Fargo-Moorhead area.

What's different?

WiMAX will allow i29 to offer higher speed services to our existing and new customers. These higher speed service plans are still being determined, so please check back to this page for updates.

The software in the existing modems will be updated automatically to work on the WiMAX standard, making the upgrade seamless for our existing users.

The standard should also increase quality of service, addressing signal and connection issues.

More mobility and devices

The Internet is quickly becoming mobile. New exciting phone-like devices, netbooks, and tablets are being manufactured that will work on any WiMAX service in the country.

These devices will be available for purchase at stores or online, allowing customers to buy devices vs. leasing them as part of the service. Some examples of WiMAX devices already on the market:

Our WiMAX modem from Cisco.
Soon to be available, a USB modem from Cisco
Samsung Mondi Smartphone SWD-m100
Dell Vostro 1220 With the 12.1” VostroTM 1220, you can get full-featured ultra-portability and business-minded security at a price that respects your budget.

When is it coming?

We are planning to launch the WiMAX service in late spring. The service will likely be available in May.

Who's behind Wimax

Intel, Sprint, and even Google have invested in WiMAX technology.