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Wifi Heaters and mobile data

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  • 07-11-2019 5:57pm
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    xl500
    Registered Users Posts: 863 ✭✭✭


    Hi

    I am trying to replace storage heaters with Electric heaters that can be wifi controlled

    Problem is property is used only occasionally thats the reason for replacing storage heaters

    I want to be able to switch on off heaters remotely and some heaters come with Wifi apps etc

    Problem is there is no internet at the location and the cost of installing it would be crazy just for this

    I was wondering could I use a Mobile Sim Hotspot to achieve this and I could set it up for much less that the cheapest internet supplier

    thx
    xl500


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    Spocker
    Moderators Posts: 6,851 ✭✭✭Spocker


    Make sure you keep the SIM topped up, some providers will deactivate the card if there is no account activity for 6 months. Stick with branded equipment such as TP Link for the wireless plugs and it should work OK for what you want to do


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    Bdjsjsjs
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    xl500 wrote: »
    Hi

    I am trying to replace storage heaters with Electric heaters that can be wifi controlled

    Problem is property is used only occasionally thats the reason for replacing storage heaters

    I want to be able to switch on off heaters remotely and some heaters come with Wifi apps etc

    Problem is there is no internet at the location and the cost of installing it would be crazy just for this

    I was wondering could I use a Mobile Sim Hotspot to achieve this and I could set it up for much less that the cheapest internet supplier

    thx
    xl500
    The Climote is based on phone network


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    [Deleted User]
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    xl500 wrote: »
    I was wondering could I use a Mobile Sim Hotspot to achieve this and I could set it up for much less that the cheapest internet supplier

    thx
    xl500

    Yes you could. It works very well. Just remember to keep the hotspot plugged in.


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