Weekend Plan Includes: (Credit/Debit Card required for sign-up) 48 hour internet access per computer, or device Hardware authentication No login or password required On-line sign up Immediate access upon registration
Connect to LompocNet: Using your wireless device, select network Lompocnet.com Once connected open a web browser (IE, Mozilla, etc.) You will be automatically routed to the LompocNet sign-in page. Select the Weekend Plan and wait for payment page to appear. Once payment is approved, you are free to surf the web.

Extended Stay Plan Includes: (Credit/Debit Card required for sign-up) 30 day internet access per computer, or device Hardware authentication No login or password required On-line sign up Non-reoccurring billing Immediate access upon registration
Connect to LompocNet: Using your wireless device, select network Lompocnet.com Once connected open a web browser (IE, Mozilla, etc.) You will be automatically routed to the LompocNet sign-in page. Select the Weekend Plan and wait for payment page to appear. Once payment is approved, you are free to surf the web.

Residential / Family Plan Includes:
Requires service sign-up at City Hall, 100 Civic Center Plaza, (805) 875-8750
Monday-Friday 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM, except observed Holidays

30 day internet access Payment by City utility bill only City-owned customer premise equipment (CPE) Username and password for direct connect to Lompocnet.com Ethernet cable connection Technical support available
Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) is includes with the Family Plan. Boosts signal from the outside to the inside of the residence Allows residential multiple device connection Built-in wireless router Preconfigured to work with LompocNet Plug and play set-up

Sample Plan Includes:

• 15 minute free internet access
• Hardware authentication
• No login or password required
• Immediate access upon registration

How do I connect to LompocNet? Most desktops and laptops sold today have built-in Wi-Fi capability. Using your wireless device you can register on-line for the Sampler, Weekend, or Extended Stay Plans. To connect to the LompocNet network, turn on your wireless device and view the available wireless networks. Look for network Lompocnet.com and connect to the one with the best signal quality. Once connected open a web browser (MS Internet Explorer, Mozilla, etc.) You will be automatically routed to the LompocNet sign-in page. Select the Weekend Plan and wait for the payment page to appear. Once payment is approved, you are free to surf the web.

What kind of technology does LompocNet wireless service use?

The LompocNet wireless system is compatible with the IEEE 802.11g industry standards (also known as Wi-Fi). To access LompocNet, you'll need a Wi-Fi network interface device such as a wireless Ethernet bridge, USB wireless adapter, or built-in wireless device. Many laptops are already equipped with network cards that allow connections to Wi-Fi networks. There are dozens of companies that build these devices. If you are trying to connect directly to our network, your computer or other device must have an 802.11g (“Wi-Fi”) card inside of it or be connected to an external card.

What speeds will the service provide?

Speeds will be very dependent on a couple of factors: 1) The number of simultaneous users on the system, 2) Your location in relation to one of our access points. With that said, most users frequently experience speeds that are approximately 1Mb bi-directional, but may fluctuate between 256kb and 1Mb (and sometimes more) given the above dependencies. In relation to dialup service at 50k, your minimum connection will be approximately 5 times faster, but more commonly about 20 times faster than dial-up.

Is your signal weak or interrupted?

Reduce your wireless interference. If you have cordless phones or other wireless electronics in your home, your computer might not be able to "hear" your router over the noise from the other wireless devices. To quiet the noise, avoid wireless electronics that use the 2.4GHz frequency. Instead, look for cordless phones that use the 5.8GHz or 900MHz frequencies.

How can I increase my signal strength?

LompocNet Family Plan includes use of a PepWave Personal Wi-Fi receiver (modem), which is used to increase the signal into the home. The cost for the Family Plan is $15.99. LompocNet Family Plan includes use of a PepWave Personal Wi-Fi receiver (modem), which is used to increase the signal into the home. The cost for the Family Plan is $15.99. Consider using an outdoor antenna to improve your connection. The LompocNet Wi-Fi signal will generally be stronger outdoors because the LompocNet Wi-Fi nodes are placed throughout Lompoc on street lights. An outdoor antenna, with a stronger transmitter, will increase the signal to access the LompocNet Wi-Fi network. Outdoor antennas with line of site to LompocNet nodes can increase the signal to your home. At this time, LompocNet service does not sell a Wi-Fi modem, however, you can purchase your own equipment and reduce your cost for service. The Wi-Fi modem must have software designed for an outdoor “mesh” network and we recommend at least 200mW of transmit power.

Sample of supplier websites:
• http://www.wlanparts.com/
• http://www.data-alliance.net/
• http://www.quicklinkwireless.com/
• http://www.pepwave.com/

(Not to be considered an endorsement or exhaustive listing)