A:AnswerThe Starlink Mini is not typically associated with Maritime service plans directly at the point of purchase. Here's how this works:
- **Initial Purchase:** When you order the Starlink Mini, you can select either a Roam 50GB or Roam Unlimited plan. There isn't an option to directly select a Maritime plan because the Mini is primarily marketed for mobility on land or near coastal areas rather than open ocean use.
- **Switching Plans After Purchase:** To use a Maritime service plan with the Starlink Mini:
- **Post-Purchase Plan Change:** After purchasing your Mini, you can attempt to switch from a Roam plan to a Maritime/Mobile Priority plan through your Starlink account. However, there are some limitations:
- **Plan Availability:** Not all plans might be available for the Mini. Maritime plans like Mobile Priority, which include priority data for ocean use, are generally tied to hardware like the Flat High Performance or Standard dishes designed for maritime environments.
- **Compatibility:** The Mini's compatibility with Mobile Priority plans for maritime use might be restricted due to its design for mobility rather than for the harsh conditions of the ocean. While some users might use it near the coast, the official support for true maritime use (i.e., on open waters) is not explicitly provided for the Mini.
- **Switching Time:** If the option to switch to a Maritime plan is available for the Mini (which isn't typically the case), you can change plans immediately after purchase through your Starlink account. However, you might encounter restrictions or be advised to use the Mini with a Roam plan for coastal or inland water use.
- **User Experiences:** Some users on platforms like X have reported using the Mini on boats or near coastal areas with standard or Roam plans, but for true maritime plans with priority data for open ocean use, the Mini isn't the conventional choice.
- **Support Inquiry:** The best approach would be to contact Starlink support directly to inquire if there's a way to use the Mini with a Maritime plan or if they recommend an alternative hardware solution for your needs. They can provide the most current information on compatibility and plan options.
In summary, while you might technically try to switch to a Maritime plan post-purchase, the Starlink Mini is not officially supported for full maritime use, especially for open ocean scenarios. You would need to check with Starlink support for the exact possibilities and potential limitations.
A:AnswerIf you are going to purchase from BestBuy, you will have to talk to them. Starlink does not offer specific date on when an item will be back in stock.
A:AnswerThis device does not have a built in battery and requires a power source. It can be powered by the included adapter to any standard AC wall socket, or by a 12/24v battery source with an appropriate DC5521 cable.
A:AnswerThere are reports from users on platforms like X where individuals have successfully used the Starlink Mini on boats, but this seems to be under specific conditions like near-coastal areas or with the Mini Roam plan which might provide some connectivity near the coast. However, for extended maritime use, especially on open water, you would typically need a plan with priority data specifically for maritime environments.
To use Starlink on the ocean, you'd look into plans like Mobile Priority, which are available in various data caps (e.g., 50GB, 1TB) and are intended for maritime use. These plans are not typically associated with the Mini dish but with larger, more robust hardware options designed for maritime environments.
A:AnswerYou pay for a full month, each time you activate, then you can put on pause until you need it again, then reactive the plan. It is then prorated, depending on when you activate it on the monthly schedule.
A:AnswerAt this time, we don't have specific dates when a product will be back in stock. If you order from Starlink, The product will ship out as soon as it is available.
