• 1.2.1. HOME NETWORK HARDWARE BOOST

    DESCRIPTION: A bare-bones alternative to 1.1.1., existing network hardware is upgraded ad hoc, typically consisting of a standalone third-party modem, router, and/or combo unit.

    DEPENDENCY ON: existing internet connection

    PREREQUISITE FOR: N/A

    COST FREQUENCY: Once

    COST TYPE: Time & Material

    LIFESPAN: 3-5 years

    SITE IMPACT: Minor overall; isolated increase in power cables; small protected area for device placement

  • 1.2.2. HOME WIFI BOOST

    DESCRIPTION: Depending on home type, numbers of users and devices, network activity, physical layout, and other paired services, high-density access points or advanced wireless routers are installed to greatly enhance the network coverage of the home. Some scenarios may require 1.2.1.

    DEPENDENCY ON: existing internet connection

    PREREQUISITE FOR: N/A

    COST FREQUENCY: Once

    COST TYPE: Time & Material

    LIFESPAN: 3-5 years

    SITE IMPACT: Potentially major, depending on physical layout; physical cables need to be run from router to strategic points through the coverage area. Wireless options available, though less desirable. Aesthetically-pleasing accessories also installed where needed for cable management and concealment, as well as for pet and child protection.

  • DESCRIPTION: DRN is contracted to obtain desired device, based on any and all parameters provided by client; this may include phones, printers, televisions, computers, tablets, etc.; this service 1.2.3. does not include installation and setup, merely the physical procurement of a given device (including transportation if desired)

    DEPENDENCY ON: existing internet connection

    PREREQUISITE FOR: N/A

    COST FREQUENCY: Once

    COST TYPE: Time & Material

    LIFESPAN: N/A

    SITE IMPACT: None

  • DESCRIPTION: DRN is contracted to install and setup given device per client instruction; this may be anything from mounting a television to preparing a new tablet for immediate use

    DEPENDENCY ON: existing internet connection

    PREREQUISITE FOR: N/A

    COST FREQUENCY: Once

    COST TYPE: Time & Material

    LIFESPAN: N/A

    SITE IMPACT: case-dependent, potentially major

  • DESCRIPTION: Clients can exert control over device and network access type and limits, as well as specified content blocks and content block scheduling; does require 1.1.1., and advanced reporting and policy modification are only available with 1.3.16.

    DEPENDENCY ON: 1.1.1. Home Network Hardware Upgrade

    PREREQUISITE FOR: 1.3.16. Home Managed Family Network Setting & Reporting

    COST FREQUENCY: Once

    COST TYPE: Time & Material

    LIFESPAN: N/A

    SITE IMPACT: None

  • DESCRIPTION: Eliminates possibility of home internet down time; can be 5G LTE or satellite; installs fall-back equipment as secondary internet source that controller switches to upon primary fail. This item 1.2.6 provides only the router and accessories (or satellite dish if applicable) with install; as such, it also requires 1.1.1. as well as a data line active at the time of install (which is offered by 1.3.13.) that the client has the ability to acquire themselves independently if desired

    DEPENDENCY ON: 1.1.1. Home Network Hardware Upgrade + 1.3.13. Home Secondary WAN Line

    PREREQUISITE FOR: 1.3.13. Home Secondary WAN Line

    COST FREQUENCY: Once

    COST TYPE: Time & Material

    LIFESPAN: 3-5 years

    SITE IMPACT: Minor; small hardware addition and minor cabling increase

  • DESCRIPTION: DRN is authorized by client to be their agent with a given internet service provider for the sole purpose of creating and setting up an account - as well as scheduling and managing install; this item 1.2.7. is setup only, so once setup is complete, the role of agent ends (unless also choosing 1.3.14.)

    Contract may be required, depending on type of account

    DEPENDENCY ON: N/A

    PREREQUISITE FOR: N/A

    COST FREQUENCY: Once

    COST TYPE: Time & Material

    LIFESPAN: N/A

    SITE IMPACT: case-dependent, potentially major

  • DESCRIPTION: DRN obtains and installs small NAS device giving client protected storage throughout home network; many additional features are also available with these devices, including mobile access and the ability to run virtual machines

    DEPENDENCY ON: existing internet connection

    PREREQUISITE FOR: 1.3.15. Home Network Attached Storage Support

    COST FREQUENCY: Once

    COST TYPE: Time & Material

    LIFESPAN: 5-7 years

    SITE IMPACT: Minor; small hardware addition and minor cabling increase

  • DESCRIPTION: DRN works with client to design smart system(s) and choose appropriate devices; smart controller access also available to client if desired; any WiFi devices must be connected to DRN WiFi upgrade to ensure stability

    DEPENDENCY ON: 1.1.1. Home Network Hardware Upgrade + 1.1.2. Home Network WiFi Upgrade

    PREREQUISITE FOR: 1.3.5. Home Smart Ecosystem Standby

    COST FREQUENCY: Once

    COST TYPE: Time & Material

    LIFESPAN: 3-5 Years

    SITE IMPACT: Minor; small hardware addition and minor cabling increase

  • DESCRIPTION: For peace of mind; extends 1-year default device/component warranty to 5 years; upon completed investigation that verifies device failure meets acceptable criteria, device is replaced and re-installed; criteria:

    DEPENDENCY ON: 1.1.1. Home Network Hardware Upgrade + 1.3.1. Home Managed Network I or 1.3.2. Home Managed Network II

    COST FREQUENCY: Once at time of initial install

    COST TYPE: Fixed, based on value of item(s)