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4.1. Do I need a Router?
If you use a game console or want to access sites that are restricted in your region, the answer is yes.
Router Function:
PS5, XBOX, Apple TV, and any device that cannot access our login page, requires a router. There are ways to bridge your connection (found here: https://help.babtel.net/auab/index.php?pg=kb.page&id=16). However, The easiest way to get online is to rent one of our WiFi Routers for $16.66/month. Our Router is similar to a Repeater, but we configure it for you.
Our Routers have some great advantages over a typical repeater.
- What are the advantages of a Babtel Router?
Babtel Routers provide a unique network name.
Babtel Routers utilize unique login information, personalized to your preferences.
Babtel Routers provide the option to connect multiple devices.
You only have to login to the Router. So, all your devices can get online.
Network security is mandatory, and your personalized wireless network name ensures that. Routers are included free of charge with the Espresso and Gamer monthly packages, all other services require and additional charge the $16.66/month.
AUAB Customers
Babtel routers are given to clients at their request. Please drop by and pick up a router at our offices, located at:.
- BPC MALL - Babtel Kiosk (next to AAFES Admin Office)
- Building A06-B111 - Babtel Main Office
CAS Customers
Babtel routers are given to clients at their request. Please drop by and pick up a router at our office accross from the PX.
Please note that routers are available for specific Army Lodging areas, listed below. Other areas on the CAS network have an architecture designed to be fully wireless; as such, we can not provide personal routers at locations outside of those listed below.
Routers Available at the following CAS Army Lodging areas:
- B104
- B105
- B121
- B122
- B216
- B408
CAS Guests
We can deploy OM2Ps to increase the signal strength of CAS-WiFi. However, Guests are not permitted to rent any type of router.