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Portable Broadband

Feeling as though Broadband Internet will never reach where you live? We have something perfect for you. Finally, the broadband service you’ve been waiting for has arrived--Portable Broadband!

Portable Broadband is a perfect choice for mobile users, or users who want broadband, but couldn't get it until now. nTelos Portable Broadband service delivers up to 1.5Mbps download and 550Kbps upload for as little as $34.95 per month!

The Portable Broadband modem is just that - portable! Each tower has a range of up to 12 miles meaning you can take your broadband connection all over town or even out into the country-side without having to worry about finding a WiFi hotspot. With Portable Broadband, you can have blazing Internet speeds at home, at the office, in your car, at a restaurant, or all around town. Best of all, there are no external antennas or dishes, and you aren't tied to phone or cable service to get it.

For more information, or to activate for new service contact nTelos at 800-262-2200. Call today, and have the service tomorrow!

Just look at some of the Portable Broadband advantages:

  • Small external modem
  • Complete portability throughout covered service areas
  • No external antennas or dishes
  • No need for telephone or cable service
  • No need for professional installation- easily installable on any computer or network.
  • Purchase a battery and go completely wireless with a laptop
  • Setup fee of only $49.95.
  • As fast as DSL or Cable modem service
  • Download speeds of up to 1.5Mbps and upload speeds up to 550Kbps.
  • Service includes ISP service for up to 6 computers, 6 email accounts, and 20 MB of server space for Web files.
  • Have the service up and running in as little as 24 hours.
  • No bandwidth charges
  • Always-On Connection
  • No tying up a phone line or your cell phone to connect
  • Support for Networks and VPN access
  • Perfect as diverse path back-up for your business network
  • Static IP available
  • Technical support and reliability from a local company known and trusted for over 100 years.

Included Features 1 Year Contract Month to Month
  • 6 Email address
  • 20 MB server space
  • up to 6 computers
$34.95 Monthly
$49.95 Setup
$44.95 Monthly
$49.95 Setup
Broadband may not be available to all locations within service area.  Call for availability details.


Features Included:

  • Portable Broadband Modem
  • Up to 6 email addresses
  • 20 MB of server space for web file storage
  • Connectivity for up to 6 computers
  • ISP service

Bonus Features:
  • Free Junk Mail filtering
  • Free Email Virus Filtering
  • Additional dial-up account available for only $5.00.
  • 1-800 number national dial-up access for travel
  • Batteries are available for complete wireless mobility with a laptop
  • Static IP available for $10.00 per month

Check Availability - Service Areas - FAQs

For more information or to activate new service, contact nTelos at 800-262-2200. Call today, and have the service tomorrow!

nTelos' initial Portable Broadband offering is available to a limited service area. Please check the Available Service Area link (Check Availability) above to determine if service is available for you. The availability and speed of Portable Broadband is dependant upon distance from the broadcast towers, terrain issues, and radio signal quality. Neither service availability nor data speed is guaranteed by nTelos.

nTelos is currently expanding to many more locations. If you are unable to receive Portable Broadband service, we encourage you to provide your name, street address, and phone number to a nTelos Sales representative. We maintain a waiting list and use the list to gauge demand for service expansion.


System Requirements:
  • All Users - Ethernet or USB capable computer or network router
  • All PC or Mac Users: Pentium 2 or faster processor, 64K RAM, 40 MB hard Drive Space, Internet Explorer 5 or better, Ethernet card, or USB connectors (Windows PC Only)
  • Windows Users: Windows 2000 or XP operating system strongly recommended
  • MAC Users System 8.5 and up with TCP/IP control panel, Ethernet Card

Rules and Regulations:
  • 1.5 Mbps download/ 550 Kbps upload is a best-effort speed. Our Broadband Speed Test is intended to provide accurate readings for nTelos Broadband subscribers. Firewall software may produce unexpected speed test results. Click here to test your Broadband speed.
  • Customers located further away from the broadcast towers, or in non-line-of-sight situations may experience slower connection speeds
  • DHCP on all accounts unless upgrades ordered
  • Always on connection does not imply 24/7 connectivity
  • Server hosting is prohibited, except as a path diversity back-up
  • Peer-to-Peer node hosting is prohibited
  • 800-number access fees of $0.15 per minute of usage apply
  • On-site technical support is not included as part of free technical support
  • Customers not in compliance with nTelos Internet Services Terms & Conditions are subject to immediate termination
  • Modem is property of nTelos. A $375 charge will be applied if modem is not returned and in working condition
  • Services, Prices, and Terms and Conditions are subject to change at any time without notice
  • nTelos reserves the right to refuse service to anyone



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