Boost Transfer Speeds with MASV Multiconnect
Combine multiple internet connections for the fastest file transfer in the world.
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3X Your Uploads ⏱
MASV Multiconnect allows the MASV App to use multiple internet connections (ex; 5G + Wifi, Ethernet + LTE, Ethernet + 5G, etc) to send and receive packages at lightning speed.
MASV Multiconnect is a must-have when you’re working remotely, don’t have access to a strong internet connection, or shooting on location. With Multiconnect, media professionals can upload large files in less time than it takes to load the truck!
The World’s Fastest File Transfers Just Got Faster
Using MASV Multiconnect, you can transfer files with multiple internet connections. Whether you’re sharing files over wifi, cellular data like 5G, satellite internet like Starlink, or a hardwired ethernet connection, Multiconnect bonds multiple internet connections to guarantee the fastest uploads possible.
How much time you will save depends on the speed of your respective connections. For example, if you have access to a 5Gbps or 10Gbps connection, your transfer speeds using Multiconnect will be significantly faster. To calculate your estimated transfer time, check our file transfer calculator or use the following equation:
File size in GBs x 1024 x 8 / mbps / = X/3600
Maintain Complete Control Over Upload and Download Speeds
During busy studio hours, you may prefer to limit the speed of a particular connection. Using the “Speed Limits” feature, you can choose the upload and download speed for each connection and for each day of the week.
Start Using Multiconnect to Combine Internet Connections
- Download and install the free MASV Desktop app for Windows, MacOS, or Linux
- Open the MASV app
- Once the app is open hover over the drop-down in the top right and select “Settings”
- Select the new menu option on the left called “Multiconnect”
- Click the toggle switch to enable Multiconnect
- There will be a list of all available connections, select the ones you want to enable
- Once a connection is enabled the MASV App will use those accordingly
A Step-by-Step Guide to Setting up Multiconnect
To use Multiconnect with your iPhone
When you use an iPhone there are two ways to use Multiconnect;
1) Mobile Hotspot via Wifi + Ethernet:
- Connect an ethernet cable to your computer. You can use a direct ethernet port or a USB adapter
- Connect to the iPhone’s hotspot (often called “Personal Hotspot”) from your computer’s wifi settings
2) Mobile Tethering via USB + Wifi:
- Connect your computer to your wifi as normal
- Next, plug your iPhone into your computer via a USB cable
Note: If you’re using Mac: once the iPhone is plugged in you will need to go to your Mac’s network setting and select iPhone USB. From there, deselect the option “Disable unless needed”. Once the setting is off you will be able to see both options when you are in the Multiconnect settings in the MASV desktop app.
To use Multiconnect with your Android Phone
With the Android there are two ways to use Multiconnect;
1) Mobile Hotspot via Wifi + Ethernet:
- Connect an ethernet cable to your computer. You can use a direct ethernet port or a USB adapter
- Connect to your phone’s hotspot from your computer’s wifi settings
2) Mobile Hotspot via USB + Wifi:
Note: if you’re using a Mac, then this might not work. Depending on which Mac device and macOS version, you could try installing HoRNDIS driver.
- Connect your computer to your wifi as normal
- Turn on USB tethering on your phone by going to Settings> Tethering & Mobile Hotspot. Toggle the “USB tethering” switch on
- Next plug your phone into your computer via a USB cable
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Frequently Asked Questions About MASV Multiconnect
What Types of Internet Networks Can I Combine?
You can only bond networks that are different from the one you are currently using. For example, if your phone and computer are sharing the same Wi-Fi, they are on the same network and can’t be combined. In this case, you need to use your phone’s data plan to open up a new network source for Multiconnect to work.
Some examples of networks you can connect:
- Wi-Fi (+ Wi-Fi dongles)
- Ethernet
- Cellular data (3G/4G/5G)
- Tethered smartphone
- Satellite internet like Starlink
Who Can Benefit from Combining Multiple Internet Connections?
MASV is here to help media professionals send and receive projects on time no matter what, so we’re always trying to find new ways to accelerate your projects.
Multiconnect is ideal for:
- Busy newsshooters on the go
- Film crews shooting on location
- Remote workers and staff working from home who need additive “burst” bandwidth to upload huge assets on deadline
- Anyone who needs to send or receive massive files like large video content with maximum reliability and speed