Starlink claims to provide static IPs— but they can’t (here’s why & how we fix it)
The problem: Starlink’s “Persistent IP” isn’t a true static IP
Starlink markets a “persistent IP”—but don't be misled. Here’s what they actually deliver:
You get one dynamic IP address that usually stays the same. But guess what? It can change without any heads-up.
They don't guarantee it won't change in their fine print.
Forget about getting blocks of IPs (like a /29 or /28) – it's just a single address.
If it does change, that old IP is gone for good. No going back!
“A ‘Persistent IP’ (or ‘Sticky Dynamic IP’) means your public IPv4 address is retained even when your Starlink system reboots— but it’s not a true static IP and can still change.”
This unpredictability can cause major headaches for businesses that rely on things like:
✔ Remote access (VPNs, cloud apps)
✔ Hosted services (email, VoIP, servers)
✔ Secure connections between different sites
Why your business needs a true Static IP
Starlink and T-Mobile multi-WAN setup with static IPs
A static IP is like a permanent mailing address for your internet connection— critical for:
Beefing up security & control:
Only let trusted IPs through your firewalls and VPNs.
Keep out unwanted access with consistent, known IPs.
Keeping things running smoothly:
Host your own servers, cameras, or databases without constant fiddling.
Enjoy stable VoIP calls and video meetings.
Seamless backup when things go wrong:
If Starlink hiccups, your backup internet kicks in without your IP address changing.
No need to mess with DNS or firewall settings in a panic.
Running multiple services like a Pro:
Need separate IPs for different things like servers, point-of-sale systems, or security cameras? A /29 or /28 block makes it easy.
🚫 DHCP (dynamic IPs) might work for home users— but businesses need stability, security, and uptime.
How Metro Wireless delivers true Static IPs on Starlink
We’re able to provide clients access to true Public Static IP addresses, either one per site (/30) or multiple (/29, /28, /27, or more) via deploying a Peplink router behind every Starlink service we deploy, install, and manage.
Via Peplink’s speedfusion technology, the SD-WAN solution allows us to route Public Static IPs to the firewall router at your service sites, even though Starlink themselves cannot!
A quick sidebar– LTE/5G failover included in every Starlink deployment
Further, for every Managed Starlink deployment, we install an LTE/5G SIM card inside the Peplink router for failover needs. When the Starlink network goes down, your internet access seamlessly fails over to the LTE/5G connection– and you still retain the same IP block(s) during failover events! This also works with other WAN connections, like coax or fiber.
During a failover event, once the Peplink SD-WAN technology sees that the Starlink network is back online, our router seamlessly fails back to using Starlink as the Primary connection– and the Static IPs seamlessly run through via the Starlink connection once again.
Out-of-Band-Management (OOBM) on business Starlink
Adding the secondary LTE/5G connection also provides Out-of-Band-Management (OOBM), so that our NOC support team and you can remotely troubleshoot during any Starlink outages.
Why it matters that we provide Static IPs on Starlink internet access
In summary, we fix Starlink's limitations with serious business-grade networking
We own our IP addresses:
Unlike some resellers, we have direct control over our IPs. No relying on other carriers.
Your IP stays yours, even if we need to switch things up behind the scenes.
One consistent IP block, no matter what:
Whether you're using Starlink, 5G, or fiber, your static IP address will always be the same.
Failover that actually works (Zero Downtime!):
If Starlink goes down, your traffic instantly switches to your backup connection.
Say goodbye to dropped calls, frozen meetings, and lost transactions.
Supercharge your speed & reliability with bonding:
Combine Starlink, 5G, and even fiber into one super-stable, super-fast connection.
Perfect for those real-time apps you depend on.
No more IT headaches:
Forget complicated firewall updates – we handle the routing automatically.
Conclusion
Starlink is great, but going without a true static IP can put your business at risk of:
Unexpected downtime:
Business grinds to a halt – POS systems crash, calls drop, cloud apps freeze, costing you sales and frustrating customers.
Remote workers get locked out, killing productivity.
Automated systems break down, leading to time-consuming manual fixes.
Customers can't reach you during busy times, damaging trust and your bottom line.
Security holes:
Firewalls Need Constant Attention: IP changes mean endless manual updates, wasting IT time and increasing the chance of errors.
Audits Become a Nightmare: Tracking who accessed what gets messy, raising compliance and security red flags.
Whitelisting Becomes Useless: Trying to restrict access by IP becomes pointless when those IPs keep changing.
Risky Transition Periods: Delays in updating everything leave your systems vulnerable.
Configuration chaos:
Imagine manually updating firewall rules across all your locations, hoping you don't break anything.
Dealing with DNS records and waiting (impatiently) for them to update everywhere.
Reprogramming VPNs just to keep your remote team connected.
Tweaking security settings in the cloud, double-checking everything.
Trying to explain new access procedures to your already busy team.
How Metro Wireless turns Starlink into Enterprise-Grade connectivity
Via adding a Peplink router / hand off device to every Starlink service we deploy and manage we eliminate these headaches by giving you:
Dedicated Static IPs (Including those useful /29 & /28 blocks):
Permanent Public IPs: No more surprise changes, just reliable connectivity.
Flexible Assignments: Assign IPs to your servers, cameras, POS systems – you name it.
Full Control: Design your network the way that makes sense for you.
Easy Management: No carrier restrictions, just smooth IP administration.
Seamless failover across all your connections:
Keeps you online by automatically switching to backup internet if Starlink has issues.
Instantly reroutes traffic during Starlink outages, so you don't even notice.
No dropped data during the switch – smooth sailing guaranteed.
Updates and changes happen without interrupting your work.
Your VoIP calls and video meetings stay connected.
Carrier independence thanks to our own network (ASN):
Your IPs stay the same even if we need to switch internet providers.
Avoid being locked into one company's network.
Get true backup internet from different providers without having to change all your IP addresses.
Advanced BGP routing for even more control over your network.
Extra perks for businesses:
We watch your network 24/7 and proactively fix issues.
We can prioritize important applications to keep them running smoothly.
Get detailed reports on your network traffic to help you make smart decisions.
Solutions that can grow with your business.
Bonding multiple WAN connections, such as 5G and Starlink using Peplink’s SpeedFusion
Shameless plug
Need a real static IP solution? Contact Metro Wireless today and let’s build a network that never lets you down— contact us today at sales@metrowireless.com and experience the future of seamless connectivity!
Tyler Hoffman
CEO
Tyler Hoffman serves as the owner and CEO of Metro Wireless, a Detroit-MI based company that delivers better commercial connectivity via wireless solutions to a national client base. He lives in Detroit and holds an MBA from Kellogg @ Northwestern University, and a BBA from Ross @ University of Michigan. His guilty pleasures include craft beer and horror films.
