SureTel
BUSINESS CONTINUITY CONNECTIVITY
LTE and 5G Backup Internet for Business
Keep essential systems connected when your primary business internet connection is unavailable.
From R379/month excl. VAT
LTE/5G availability, expected performance and failover behaviour depend on coverage, selected hardware and correct configuration.
- Licensed SA ISP
- ICASA 0009/CECS/AUG/09
- Since 2010
- Trusted by hundreds of SA businesses
WHAT IS LTE/5G BACKUP INTERNET?
A practical second connection for business continuity
LTE and 5G backup internet is a secondary mobile-network connection a business uses alongside its primary fibre or fixed link. When the primary connection is unavailable, a compatible and correctly configured router can move suitable traffic onto the backup path so essential systems can continue.
Availability, performance and failover behaviour depend on coverage, hardware and configuration. Backup is a continuity layer, not a fibre replacement. SureTel assesses your site, primary connection, router and essential systems before recommending an approach.
- • Secondary mobile-network connection used alongside your primary fixed link
- • From R379 per month excl. VAT — final pricing depends on selected solution and requirements
- • Compatible router configuration is required for failover
- • Coverage, signal conditions and selected hardware affect availability and performance
- • Typical deployment 2–5 days, subject to coverage, hardware, provisioning and configuration
Pricing & lead-times
LTE/5G backup pricing and deployment
LTE backup from R379 per month excl. VAT
Your final monthly price and once-off costs depend on the selected mobile-network option, data requirement, router or CPE, APN requirements where applicable, failover configuration, number of sites and support requirements. SureTel confirms the right option after reviewing your business needs.
All prices are shown excluding VAT unless stated otherwise.
Lead-time guidance
- Typical deployment
- 2–5 days
- Subject to
- Coverage, hardware availability, provisioning, APN requirements where applicable and required configuration
- Best next step
- Request LTE/5G backup pricing with your address and primary-connection details
Get backup pricing
Tell SureTel about your address, current primary connection and the systems you need to keep online. We will recommend a practical LTE/5G backup option, subject to coverage, signal conditions, selected hardware and solution requirements.
Static IP limitation
Do not position LTE/5G backup as a static-IP service. Static IP options may be available on suitable fibre, fixed wireless and licensed microwave services, but are not part of the public LTE/5G backup offer unless separately confirmed in writing for a specific solution.
When one connection is not enough
A primary outage can affect more than browsing
A primary internet connection can be critical to daily operations. When it is unavailable, the impact can extend beyond browsing: card payments, cloud applications, customer calls, online ordering, CRM access, remote support and branch coordination may all be affected.
| Business problem | What it can affect | How LTE/5G backup helps |
|---|---|---|
| Primary fibre outage | Access to cloud systems and the wider internet | Provides a secondary connection option where coverage and the chosen solution support it. |
| Card or POS disruption | Sales, customer queues and trading continuity | Helps retain connectivity for suitable payment and operational systems, subject to setup and data needs. |
| VoIP or Cloud PBX interruption | Customer calls, incoming enquiries and staff communication | Can support business voice continuity where bandwidth, latency, router and voice configuration are appropriate. |
| Branch connectivity risk | Multi-site coordination and central-system access | Gives each branch a backup option matched to its local requirements. |
| No documented failover plan | Uncertainty and improvised responses during an outage | Creates a defined route, equipment and test plan before an incident. |
| Manual tethering workarounds | Security, productivity and predictable data control | Replaces ad-hoc responses with a business-oriented backup setup. |
Core benefits
Build a more resilient connection plan
Protect essential operations
Keep critical systems in mind when planning an outage response: cloud software, customer communication, branch operations, payment workflows and remote access.
Add a practical second path
A properly selected LTE/5G backup connection gives your network another route when the primary link is unavailable or degraded.
Support business calling where suitable
VoIP and Cloud PBX can remain part of the continuity plan when the backup connection, router, traffic priority and expected call demand are assessed correctly.
Deploy faster than many new fixed builds
LTE/5G backup can often be deployed in 2–5 days, subject to coverage, hardware, provisioning and configuration requirements.
Match the solution to the site
A small retail branch, a professional office and a multi-branch organisation can have very different data, application and router requirements. SureTel helps scope the setup rather than applying one generic package.
Keep control of the next step
A clear backup design identifies the primary connection, critical systems, data requirement, router capability, APN requirements and test process before the business relies on it.
Single connection
An outage stops POS, calls and cloud access
When the primary link drops, card payments, customer calls, cloud applications and branch coordination can all stop until the connection is restored.
With a configured backup
Selected systems can continue — subject to coverage and setup
Where a compatible failover router and the LTE/5G backup are correctly configured, suitable traffic can move to the secondary path. Behaviour depends on coverage, signal conditions, hardware and configuration; it is not automatic or uninterrupted.
Service details
What SureTel reviews before recommending LTE/5G backup
Mobile-network coverage and signal conditions
LTE and 5G options depend on network availability and on-site signal conditions. Suitability must be checked for the business address rather than assumed from general area coverage.
Primary connection and outage scenario
Tell SureTel what your current primary connection is, how it is used and what must remain online during an outage. This helps distinguish a light continuity requirement from a branch-critical setup.
Compatible failover router
Automatic switching requires a compatible router or firewall configured to detect a primary-link failure and use the backup connection. A router is not assumed to provide failover simply because a SIM is inserted.
Data and application requirement
Data requirements vary widely. Browsing, cloud software, card payments, VoIP, video meetings, camera access and large uploads should be assessed separately when deciding on a backup plan.
APN options where applicable
An APN is the mobile data connection profile used by a SIM/device to access a network service. SureTel can discuss MTN/Vodacom APN options where relevant to the chosen solution. APN availability, routing and any security or addressing characteristics depend on the specific network offering and solution design.
VoIP and Cloud PBX continuity
LTE/5G backup can support business calling where the backup connection is suitable, sufficient capacity is available and the router/network configuration is designed for the call demand. It is not appropriate to promise identical voice performance at every site.
The right backup connection is not just a SIM card. SureTel reviews the business environment so that the backup design matches the risk it is meant to reduce.
Use cases
Where business backup internet can add value
Retail stores and franchises
Keep essential branch systems connected during a primary-link outage, including suitable POS, cloud applications and communications workflows.
Medical practices and pharmacies
Support access to operational systems, appointment workflows and communication tools when the main connection is disrupted.
Legal and professional-services offices
Help staff retain access to cloud applications, client communications and critical business processes during an outage.
Multi-branch businesses
Plan backup connectivity per site rather than assuming every branch has the same coverage, data and application requirements.
Call centres and customer-service teams
Include business calling and supporting systems in the continuity plan, with call volume, router configuration and backup capacity assessed realistically.
Finance and insurance offices
Reduce the operational impact of a primary-connection outage for suitable cloud, communication and branch workflows.
Manufacturing and operational sites
Support selected operational systems where fixed-connection availability, site location or outage impact makes a backup path valuable.
The exact systems that remain available during an outage depend on the selected connection, mobile conditions, traffic priority, local network design, data allowance and compatible failover configuration.
LTE/5G backup vs business fibre
Should LTE/5G backup replace fibre?
For most business use cases, no. Fibre is generally the primary fixed connection where it is available and suitable. LTE/5G backup complements fibre as a secondary continuity option — it does not replace it.
Continuity self-check
For most single-link business sites where an outage would stop core operations, a properly configured LTE/5G backup path is worth scoping. Use the toggles to reflect your site.
Suggested next step: An LTE/5G backup path is worth scoping for this site, alongside a compatible failover router.
SureTel confirms a practical backup approach after assessing your primary connection, site, systems and router. LTE/5G is not always-on or automatic; failover requires a compatible, configured router.
| Decision factor | Business Fibre | LTE/5G Backup InternetContinuity layer |
|---|---|---|
| Primary role | Usually the main fixed business connection | Usually the secondary continuity connection |
| Availability | Subject to fibre infrastructure and address feasibility | Subject to mobile-network coverage, signal and solution availability |
| Deployment context | May involve provider/fibre-network processes | Often quicker when coverage and hardware requirements are met |
| Performance planning | Designed as a fixed service with selected business requirements | Depends on mobile conditions, data plan, device and local network factors |
| Best use | Day-to-day business operations where a suitable fibre option is available | Keeping essential systems connected during primary-link disruption |
| Static IP | Available where selected and supported | Do not assume static IP availability |
| Relationship | Primary connection | Backup layer, not a universal substitute |
What is LTE and 5G backup internet?
How a configured backup path actually works
LTE and 5G backup internet is a secondary mobile-network connection used alongside a business's primary fibre or fixed connection. A compatible router or firewall monitors the primary link and, when configured to do so, can move suitable traffic onto the LTE/5G path when the primary becomes unavailable.
Backup is a continuity layer, not a replacement for business fibre. The right design depends on the site, mobile coverage and signal conditions, expected data use, router capability, the applications that must remain available, and whether an APN is appropriate for the selected setup. Static IP on LTE/5G is not assumed.
Primary Fibre
Main business internet connection
Compatible Failover Router
Detects primary-link failure when configured
LTE/5G Backup
Secondary mobile-network path, where coverage allows
Essential Business Systems
Cloud apps · Card payments · Business calling
Failover behaviour is determined by the compatible router and its configuration. The diagram describes a designed continuity path — not an automatic guarantee of uninterrupted service.
Why SureTel
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2010
Operating since 2010
ICASA 0009/CECS/AUG/09
Licensed ISP, ICASA-registered
Hundreds
Satisfied South African business customers
Licensed ISP
Communications & connectivity under one provider
Why SureTel
Business connectivity planning from one provider
SureTel helps South African businesses connect, communicate, secure and grow with practical business connectivity and communication solutions. For backup internet, that means looking beyond a standalone mobile-data product and considering the primary connection, site, critical systems, router capability and the operational outcome the business needs.
Licensed South African ISP
A business communications and connectivity provider with ICASA licensing.
Operating since 2010
Established experience supporting South African business connectivity requirements.
Business connectivity, VoIP and Cloud PBX under one provider
Relevant for businesses that also need primary connectivity, calling and continuity planning together.
Nationwide service capability where feasible
Connectivity recommendations are made subject to coverage, solution availability and business requirements.
Practical guidance for SMEs, branches and operational sites
Recommendations are scoped around the business, not a generic consumer mobile-data package.
Clear pricing context and requirement-led recommendations
Final pricing depends on selected solution and requirements; SureTel explains the factors involved.
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How the backup setup works
A practical route from outage risk to a tested backup plan
Tell us about the site and primary connection
Provide the business address, main internet connection, current pain point and systems that need to remain connected.
SureTel reviews LTE/5G and APN options
We check the appropriate mobile-network and solution options for the requirement, including any APN considerations where applicable.
We recommend the right backup approach
SureTel scopes data, router/CPE, configuration and continuity priorities around the business rather than selling a generic consumer package.
Receive a clear quote
The quote confirms the recommended backup components, pricing context, deployment requirements and any once-off installation/configuration requirements.
Deploy and test the backup path
The backup service and compatible router are configured and tested against the agreed scenario. Testing is important because failover behaviour depends on the actual equipment and network configuration.
Failover behaviour depends on the actual equipment and network configuration. Testing is important because failover behaviour depends on the actual equipment and network configuration.
FAQ
LTE and 5G Backup Internet FAQs
What is LTE backup internet for business?
LTE backup internet is a secondary mobile-network connection used alongside a business's main fibre or fixed internet service. When the primary connection is unavailable, a compatible and correctly configured router can use the LTE backup connection for suitable business traffic. The exact outcome depends on coverage, signal conditions, router setup, data capacity and the systems the business needs to keep online.
How much does LTE backup internet cost?
SureTel LTE backup starts from R379 per month excluding VAT. Final pricing depends on the selected network option, data requirement, router or CPE, APN requirements where relevant, failover configuration, branch count and support needs. Request a quote so SureTel can recommend the right backup setup for your business.
How does LTE or 5G failover work?
A compatible router or firewall monitors the primary internet connection. When it detects that the primary link is unavailable or no longer usable according to its configuration, it can move suitable traffic to the LTE/5G backup connection. Switching behaviour is determined by the equipment and configuration, so it must be designed and tested for the business's actual environment rather than assumed.
Can LTE/5G backup keep my VoIP or Cloud PBX working?
It can support VoIP and Cloud PBX continuity where the backup connection, mobile coverage, available capacity, router configuration and expected call demand are suitable. Voice quality can be affected by mobile-network conditions, latency, congestion and local network design, so SureTel should assess the calling requirement as part of the backup plan.
Does LTE/5G backup replace business fibre?
Not in every case. Business fibre is usually the primary fixed connection where it is available and appropriate. LTE/5G backup is designed to provide a second connection for continuity when the primary link fails or is impaired. Some smaller or temporary sites may have different needs, but the right role for LTE/5G should be assessed against the business's applications, data use and risk level.
How long does LTE backup deployment take?
Typical deployment is 2–5 days, subject to mobile coverage, hardware availability, provisioning, APN requirements where applicable and the required router/failover configuration. More complex multi-site or business-continuity requirements may need additional planning.
Can I get a static IP on LTE or 5G backup?
Do not assume a static IP is included with LTE/5G backup. Static IP options may be available on selected fibre, fixed wireless and licensed microwave services, but LTE/5G addressing and APN options depend on the specific network solution. SureTel can confirm the appropriate approach for your requirement during the quote process.
What is an APN for business internet?
APN stands for Access Point Name. It is the mobile data connection profile that tells a SIM-enabled router or device how to connect to a mobile data service. Depending on the selected solution, APN options can affect routing, data management, access controls or addressing. SureTel can discuss MTN/Vodacom APN options where they are relevant to the recommended backup design.
Will LTE or 5G backup work at my business address?
Suitability depends on mobile-network availability, signal conditions at the site, the selected service, hardware and the business requirement. SureTel reviews the address and intended use before confirming the recommended backup option. General area coverage is not a substitute for a solution assessment.
What should I include when requesting backup internet pricing?
Please provide your business address, current primary connection, number of users or sites, systems that need to remain online during an outage, expected data use, existing router/firewall details where known and whether you use VoIP, Cloud PBX, POS or cloud applications. This helps SureTel recommend a solution that matches the actual continuity requirement.
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- Since 2010
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All prices are shown excluding VAT unless stated otherwise.
From R379 per month excl. VAT. Subject to network coverage, signal conditions, selected hardware and solution requirements.