What is the EBS Spectrum?

The FCC granted a large number of licenses for the 2495-2690 MHz spectrum to a long list of schools across the United States known as the Educational Broadband Service. If it can not be proven that the licensee is utilizing the band for "substantial service" by May 1, 2011 then the license will be revoked.

Does My School Have a License?

Many schools hold these licenses and are unaware of it. It's best to check with your technology department or do a quick search on the FCC's website. Simply search your city or state and input 2495MHz - 2690MHz as the frequency range. You need to act quickly in order to keep the license.

What Are My Options?

You have three ways to maintain your license:

Option #1	Point-to-Point Link
	Setting up a point-to-point link to connect a couple buildings together that provides benefit to students is the simplest way to satisfy the FCC's requirements. Recommended Solution Motorola PTP25600 Lite Provide a dedicated broadband Internet connection that supports instant access to research; online work assignments; media-rich content for home-schooled and hospitalized students or employees in remote offices; video presentations; online testing and performance tracking; virtual field trips; and individual tutoring and mentoring.
Option #2	Point-to-Multipoint WiMAX System
	For a more complex and beneficial system, you can set up a broadband wireless service for your students and surrounding community. Recommended Solution Purewave Quantum 6000 Provide a wireless internet connection for your school and the surrounding area to grant access to things like online classes; remote teaching; virtual field trips; and educational videos.
Option #3	Lease
	You can also lease out the license to a local service provider or a national carrier to make use of the license. Call us and we may be able to put you in touch with a local service provider.

Moonblink is here to assist you in all your needs. If you'd like assistance in keeping your EBS Spectrum or help with any other wireless networking projects, please give us a call at (877) 623-5223!

Thanks,
Moonblink Team

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