RedWave Networks
Lightning-Fast Internet That Doesn't Break the Bank
60GHz wireless technology delivering gigabit speeds to underserved communities.
Our Vision
We're bringing blazing-fast internet to communities that have been left behind by traditional ISPs. Using cutting-edge 60GHz wireless technology, we're making gigabit speeds affordable and accessible to everyone.
Key Features
- Gigabit Speeds: Up to 1+ Gbps downloads and uploads
- No Data Caps: Unlimited data, no throttling
- Affordable: Community-owned means lower costs
- 60GHz Technology: Next-generation wireless infrastructure
- Symmetric Speeds: Same speed up and down, perfect for remote work
- Public IP Addresses: Included with higher tiers
Network Architecture
- Central POP: Core Router handles routing and IP management using BGP
- Distribution Nodes: Placed at towers or fiber-fed rooftops serving 10-50+ clients each
- Client Nodes: Customer premises equipment (CPE) providing gigabit ethernet handoff
- 60GHz V-Band: Multi-gigabit speeds, low latency (<2ms), license-exempt spectrum
- IPv6-First: Modern addressing with optional public IPv4
- BYOIP Ready: Bring Your Own IP from day one
Pricing & Plans
Network Access (Monthly Service):
- $65/month: 500 Mbps symmetric (upload and download)
- $75/month: 750 Mbps symmetric with 2 static IP addresses
- $85/month: 1 Gbps symmetric with 5 static IP addresses
- No data caps or throttling
- Locked pricing for first 24 months
- 10% community discount for hosting a distribution node
Equipment Financing Options:
- $10/month: Basic plan (36-month ownership)
- $17/month: Standard plan (24-month ownership)
- $25/month: Fast track (12-month ownership)
- Outright Purchase: $300-$450 upfront (equipment value: $500-$700)
- After financing complete, equipment is fully owned by customer
- Trade-in program available for upgrades
Total Cost Comparison (3 Years):
- Traditional ISP: $75/mo × 36 months = $2,700 (rent equipment forever, never own)
- RedWave: $75/mo service + $17/mo equipment × 24 = $3,108 total for 3 years, then $75/mo only
- Year 4+: Save $204/year compared to traditional ISP
- Break-even: Month 37, then pure savings
- Bonus: Equipment owned outright (worth $500+), can generate revenue hosting
Business Model & Scalability
Network Economics (Example Calculations):
Scenario: 56 Customers (2 Distribution Nodes, 1 Core Node)
- Monthly Revenue: 56 customers × $95 ARPU = $5,320
- Monthly Costs: $3,694 (includes fixed costs, node operations, transit, labor, support)
- Monthly Profit: $1,626
- Annual Profit: $19,512
- Profit Margin: 30.6%
- Initial CapEx: $21,580 (network infrastructure + customer equipment + customer acquisition)
- Payback Period: ~13 months
Scenario: 168 Customers (6 Distribution Nodes, 1 Core Node)
- Monthly Revenue: 168 customers × $95 = $15,960
- Monthly Costs: $8,044
- Monthly Profit: $7,916
- Annual Profit: $94,992
- Profit Margin: 49.6%
- Initial CapEx: $64,740
- Payback Period: ~8 months
Scenario: 560 Customers (20 Distribution Nodes, 4 Core Nodes)
- Monthly Revenue: 560 customers × $95 = $53,200
- Monthly Costs: $30,524
- Monthly Profit: $22,676
- Annual Profit: $272,112
- Profit Margin: 42.6%
- Initial CapEx: $230,600
- Payback Period: ~10 months
Path to $1M Annual Profit: ~1,512 customers (54 Distribution Nodes, 9 Core Nodes)
Cost Breakdown Components:
- Fixed Costs/Month: $1,500 (office, utilities, software, professional services, marketing)
- Per Distribution Node/Month: $400 (site lease: $300, power: $100)
- Per Core Node/Month: $500 (backhaul connectivity)
- Transit Cost: $200 per Gbps (30% overhead for peak usage)
- Average Customer Usage: 80 Mbps (0.08 Gbps)
- Support Cost: $5 per customer per month
- Customer Acquisition: $200 one-time per customer
Capital Expenditure (CapEx):
- Distribution Node: $4,500 each (radio: $2,995, mount/grounding: $400, labor: $800, misc: $305)
- Core Node: $6,600 each (router: $899, backhaul radio: $2,995, optics: $600, UPS: $450, mount: $400, labor: $800, misc: $456)
- Customer Equipment: $700 each (client radio: $395, installation labor: $250, mount/cabling: $55)
- ISP Setup (One-Time): $7,850 (ARIN ASN: $500, IPv6 allocation: $250, legal/LLC: $1,200, insurance: $2,400, tools/spares: $3,500)
- Annual Recurring: $2,650 (ARIN fees: $250/year, insurance: $2,400/year)
Labor Costs (Tiered by Customer Count):
- 0-100 customers: $1,500/month (part-time operations)
- 101-300 customers: $5,000/month (2-3 staff)
- 301-1,000 customers: $12,000/month (small team)
- 1,001+ customers: $40,000/month (full operations team)
Equipment Ownership Model
Unlike traditional ISPs where customers rent equipment indefinitely, RedWave customers build equity:
- Rent-to-Own: Low monthly fee ($10-$25), ownership after 24-36 months
- Asset Value: Equipment worth $500+ after ownership transfer
- Fiber Migration: When fiber arrives, equipment doesn't become obsolete
- Upgrade Options: Keep wireless distribution to serve neighbors without fiber
- Revenue Generation: Earn revenue share per connected customer
- Resale Value: Can be sold or transferred to new property owners
Community Incentives
Host Distribution Nodes:
- Fiber-connected residents can host distribution nodes on their property
- Monthly revenue share per subscriber served by your node
- Usage-based credits applied to your bill
- Potential to offset or eliminate your own internet bill
- Help neighbors get fast, symmetric service
Community Benefits:
- Residents with fiber get paid to help neighbors
- Residents without fiber get fast, affordable service
- Clear contracts and certification for hosts
- Turn connectivity into a community asset
- Build local wealth instead of extracting it
Network Operator Graduation Path
Unique to RedWave: evolve from customer to independent operator
Phase 1: Hosted Service
- Begin as standard customer with client equipment
- Receive IP addresses from RedWave's ASN
- Access to community training resources
- Optional: host distribution node for neighbors
Phase 2: Shadow Operations Training
- BYOIP (Bring Your Own IP) address space allocation
- BGP routing fundamentals and best practices
- Network monitoring and troubleshooting
- Customer support and billing systems training
- Shadowing on RedWave's infrastructure
Phase 3: Independent ASN
- Obtain your own Autonomous System Number (ASN)
- IPv6 address space allocation (/48 or larger)
- Independent routing policies
- Your own brand and customer relationships
- Option to purchase Core Router ($1,200) or lease
Phase 4: Ecosystem Partnership
- Purchase wholesale transit from RedWave
- Peer with other graduated operators
- Share infrastructure costs (towers, fiber, backhaul)
- Collaborative expansion into new areas
- Mutual customer referrals and support
Funding Opportunity
Initial Funding Target: $150,000-$250,000 for Phase 1 deployment
Use of Funds:
- ISP Setup: $7,850 (ARIN, legal, insurance, tools)
- Initial Infrastructure: 4-6 Distribution Nodes + 1-2 Core Nodes (~$40,000-$60,000)
- Customer Equipment: 100-150 customer installations (~$70,000-$105,000)
- Customer Acquisition: Marketing and sales ($20,000-$30,000)
- Working Capital: 6 months operating expenses (~$20,000-$40,000)
Investment Returns:
- Break-even: 60-80 customers (typically 8-12 months)
- 12-Month Target: 150-200 customers, monthly profit $5,000-$10,000
- 24-Month Target: 400-600 customers, annual profit $150,000-$250,000
- Exit Strategy: Community buyout, partner acquisition, or ongoing dividend model
Competitive Analysis (St. George, Utah Market)
- CenturyLink Fiber: $65/mo for 940 Mbps + $15/mo equipment rental = $80/mo total
- Xfinity: $80/mo for 1 Gbps (asymmetric, only 35 Mbps upload) + $14/mo equipment = $94/mo total
- T-Mobile 5G Home: $50/mo (variable speeds, no business use, no static IPs)
- RedWave Advantage: Symmetric speeds + public IP addresses + equipment ownership + community benefits
Technology Details
60GHz Wireless Advantages:
- Multi-gigabit speeds: Comparable to fiber optic (1+ Gbps)
- Ultra-low latency: Typically <2ms
- Minimal interference: High frequency + oxygen absorption creates natural isolation
- License-exempt: FCC Part 15 spectrum, no licensing fees
- Weather-resistant: Proper link planning ensures 99.9%+ uptime
- Scalable: Each distribution node serves 10-50+ clients
Network Capacity:
- Per Distribution Node: 28-30 optimal customers (max 50 with capacity planning)
- Per Core Node: Supports up to 6 distribution nodes (168-180 customers)
- Network Utilization: Typically 93-95% efficiency at optimal customer count
- Redundancy: Optional for critical infrastructure and high-density areas
Contact & Next Steps
Interested in bringing RedWave to your community, investing, or learning more about our operator graduation program?
Location: St. George, Utah (expanding to underserved communities nationwide)
Status: Pre-launch, seeking initial funding and community partners
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