TL;DR
Consumer LTE failover hardware from big-box stores and ISPs isn’t built for business continuity. From IP disruptions to app crashes, most LTE modems break the very things you need to protect. Fidalia delivers managed LTE failover that keeps your business online and operational—no reboots, no guesswork.
The Problem with Plug-and-Pray Failover
Many businesses pick up an LTE backup device from their local retailer, plug it into their router, and assume they’re protected.
But when the main internet drops, these devices:
- Assign a new IP address, breaking cloud apps and phone systems
- Lack tunnel support for session continuity
- Offer no monitoring or alerting
- Require manual configuration (that’s often done wrong)
- Provide no support beyond a generic user manual
The result? You’re back online… but everything’s broken.
Common Failures We See with DIY LTE Failover
| Symptom | Cause |
|---|---|
| VoIP phones lose registration | IP change during failover disrupts SIP tunnels |
| VPN drops and requires login | Public IP change terminates secure sessions |
| Cloud EMRs/logins reset | Session tied to prior IP address |
| Failover never activates | Misconfigured router, static routes, or bad DNS |
| LTE is active but slow | Cheap hardware, poor antenna placement, throttling |
What Business-Grade LTE Failover Should Do
Fidalia’s LTE backup internet solution fixes these issues by delivering:
IP-Preserving Tunnel
Your public IP stays the same—even when switching to LTE. No app interruptions.
Proactive Monitoring
We detect outages and monitor failover paths in real time.
Managed Equipment
Pre-configured routers, antennas, and tunnels—no guesswork.
Support for Real-World Business Apps
VoIP, VPNs, EMRs, cloud file sync—all tested and supported.
Deployment Assistance & Testing
We simulate failovers, validate continuity, and offer white-glove onboarding.
Consumer LTE Modems vs. Fidalia LTE Failover
| Feature | Consumer Modem | Fidalia’s OnePort Backup |
|---|---|---|
| Static-IP failover | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Monitored 24/7 | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| VoIP/VPN compatibility | ❌ Breaks often | ✅ Tunnel-tested |
| Support for config or setup | ❌ DIY only | ✅ Managed by experts |
| Works with cloud apps/EMR | ❌ Not reliably | ✅ Session-stable |
| Deployment timeline | ⚠️ 1–2 weeks (you) | ✅ 5–10 days (we handle it) |
Don’t Let a “Backup” Break Your Business
If you’re buying your failover from the same shelf as a home Wi-Fi booster…
…it’s probably not ready for your cloud POS, remote access, VoIP, or compliance tools.
Fidalia offers:
- Business-ready LTE failover
- Pre-tested and monitored connections
- A consistent IP address across all circuits
- Canadian support from a real team who knows your business
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s wrong with using a consumer LTE modem for failover?
Most consumer LTE modems don’t support IP continuity, have limited configuration options, and break applications like VoIP, VPN, or cloud services when they activate.
Will Fidalia’s OnePort™ LTE Failover keep our phone system working?
Yes. With our OnePort™ tunnel in place, the phones never lose registration and calls continue without disruption.
Can we use our existing LTE connection with Fidalia’s OnePort™?
In many cases, yes. We can often layer OnePort™ over your existing LTE connection, so that it works with our tunnel.
How long does it take to deploy OnePort™ backup internet?
Most LTE failover setups go live within in 5-10 business days, including equipment delivery, configuration, and testing.