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A 1987 Warrior 38 named Athena receives a Locomarine Yacht Router Mini and a Locomarine Wi-Fi Booster to improve long-range internet connectivity.0:19 The installation requires routing thick coax cables through the boat's arch and mounting two cellular antennas and one Wi-Fi antenna, all manufactured by Scan.0:53 The router supports dual SIM cards and provides a WAN port for future satellite integration.4:19 Initial configuration fails to link the router and the Wi-Fi booster, but Locomarine support resolves the issue via a remote connection.8:05 The system allows for load balancing between cellular data and marina Wi-Fi, with the router interface displaying signal-to-noise ratios and RSRP metrics to verify connection quality.9:23 Additional projects include insulating forward cabin lockers with 10mm Armaflex closed-cell foam to prevent winter condensation and installing a water filtration system with dual pressure gauges to monitor filter life.11:12 The water filter uses Loctite 55 for threaded connections and push-to-fit fittings for the remaining lines.14:27

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