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2010/05/10 16:42
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Zenbu Wireless is a network of wireless internet hotspots throughout New Zealand which allow the public to securely, cheaply and easily access the internet using their own computers, cellphones, or other Wi-Fi enabled devices. [ Key benefits of the Zenbu Wireless System ]
Zenbu is the most popular wireless internet access system at accommodations in New Zealand. More and more people now choose businesses providing Zenbu service, and they find them right here on our website. Have a look at the map of our zones to see where Zenbu service is available.

Anyone with a broadband internet connection can easily set up their own Zenbu Wireless Zone, gain control over the amount of data their customers use, get paid when people use the internet at their place and get a free listing on the Zenbu website to bring in more customers.

The Zenbu Wireless System stops your broadband data allowance from being used by strangers, protects your computers from hackers, but still allows your friends and customers to access the internet.

[ Click here for an overview of how it works ]

Click here to purchase a Zenbu Wireless Router
Using the internet wirelessly - Zenbu Wireless Zones make it easy and affordable. Photo by powerbooktrance
The Zenbu Wireless System makes it cheap and easy for anyone to provide wireless internet access
No Term Contract. No Ongoing Charges. Click Here to Order.
The Zenbu Wireless System is ideal for hotels, motels, backpackers, B&B's, cafes, tourist attractions, flats, family homes - anywhere that people want to access the internet.

Purchase a Zenbu Wireless Router now for just $249.00 including delivery and start offering secure wireless internet access at your place the easy way.

Simple setup. No ongoing charges. No term contracts. You get paid. Easy.

"Hi Zenbu Team, Just wanted to drop you a short message to say how great your system is operating for us. We have installed a Ubiquiti NS2 to our system and the difference is unbelieveable. Guests are commenting on the speed of the Internet and we have not had a single complaint. Keep up the great work, my compliments to Zenbu and also Go-Wifi." - Ronald @ Apple Motor Inn
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Key benefits of the Zenbu Wireless System 
  • NO ongoing charges.
    Once you've bought your Zenbu wireless router [$249.00] you don't pay us any ongoing charges. No monthly payments, no annual fees. Nothing more.
  • NO term contracts.
    You can stop using the Zenbu system anytime you like. No early termination fees or any other nasty surprises.
  • VERY easy, plug and play setup.
    Simple to setup yourself, no computer geeks required. Our wireless router connects to your broadband modem just like your own computer.
  • Print your own access vouchers free of charge.
    Keep 100% of any payments you receive when you print and sell your own access vouchers. Or give free or discounted access vouchers to your customers when they make a purchase! You can print access vouchers directly from our website using your own printer.
  • People will visit your business because you have Zenbu Wi-Fi®
    People choose businesses that offer Zenbu Wi-Fi®. If you have Zenbu they know the internet access is cheap and they can connect at your place. All operators get a free hotspot listing on our website so people can easily find them.
  • You and your friends get free access.
    Add friends or give free access vouchers to anyone you want to have free internet access.
  • Automatic free software upgrades.
    When we improve our software, you get the latest version. Never miss out on new functions.
  • New Zealand's most popular network.
    We are the most widely available Wi-Fi® system at NZ accommodations and we're still growing quickly. With 503 active Zenbu Wi-Fi hotspots available we've got New Zealand (and the Cook Islands) well covered.
  • NO computer required.
    You do not need a computer setup to operate your own Zenbu Wireless Zone. Saves space. Great for cafes.
  • Built-in secure firewall.
    Our routers have a built-in firewall that protects both your own and your customers' computers from any unauthorized access.
  • Cheap to stay connected, easy to roam.
    Our software monitors the data people actually use so it is very cheap to stay connected. Credit purchased online can be used anywhere on our network so customers don't lose their remaining credit when they head to their next destination.
  • Integrated Zenbu Local Search.
    Easily find local products, businesses and services. Make sure your business is listed. It's like the Yellow Pages™ only much better, and it's free!
  • Users can connect as often as they like, wherever they like.
    Unlike some systems Zenbu allows people to connect to the internet as often as they like. Any credit remaining at the end of a session will be available for use the next time they connect.
  • Hassle-free 24/7 online credit sales.
    People can always securely purchase credit online using their credit card or Pago™.
  • Wi-Fi Certified™ 802.11b/g technology.
    Easy for your customers to connect and use. Wi-Fi® is built into most notebook computers.
  • Local servers. Local support.
    When things go wrong we're here to help. Real people answer the phone, no battling with automated computer voices before talking to someone!
  • Our software monitors the amount of data used, not time.
    This protects your internet connection from abuse by heavy users and also avoids the need to give refunds if there is ever a problem as any unused credit will still be available once the problem is resolved.
  • 100% NZ owned and operated.
    Zenbu Networks Limited is a NZ company so you're dealing with and supporting a local business.
 

Using the internet at Zenbu Wireless Zones

It costs NZ$0.10 (10 cents) per megabyte to use the internet at Zenbu Wireless Zones in New Zealand. At zones in the Cook Islands it costs NZ$0.30 (30 cents) per megabyte. There is NO time limit. You are charged only for the data you send and receive. That means no more rushing to finish an email before your time runs out and no more paying a fortune to do so.
[ What is a megabyte? ]

Credit is purchased in advance either online using a credit card or by obtaining an access voucher from the operator of the Zenbu Wireless Zone to which you'd like to connect.

All you need to access the internet at a Zenbu Wireless Zone is a Wi-Fi (802.11b/g) capable device. Most notebook computers purchased since 2004 have Wi-Fi built-in. If you can access a wireless network at home or your work, then you should be ready to go at any Zenbu Wireless Zone.

More information on the Zenbu Wireless System
Display a map of all Zenbu Wireless Zones
Display the current status of all deployed Zenbu Zones