Blocking end users from creating hotspots

We have three user groups on our ships - Bridge, Key Crew, Crew - and each gets a different level of bandwidth access. It appears that a few people with Key Crew access may be setting up hotspots on their devices, allowing their friends on Crew access to more bandwidth. We’ve been blocking suspected users until they are spoken to, but the crew switches out a fair bit, so it has become a game of Whack-A-Mole.

Are there ways to detect and block rogue hotspots with a Peplink Balance 305 or Two?

Hello @Kemp_Hiatt,
Implement a Captive Portal (from either InControl2 or within the router) with a daily limit; we have successfully used it with many customers.

Where are you based? Your local Peplink Partner with a PCE can help you get that setup.
Happy to Help,
Marcus :slight_smile: