LinkPower 2 Quick Start Guide — Setup, Smart Bypass, Specs & Troubleshooting

Introduction

Meet the LinkPower 2 — a compact, high-efficiency power bank designed exclusively for the Starlink^® Mini. With a 99Wh battery, LinkPower 2 provides over 5 hours of continuous runtime to keep your internet connection alive even in remote locations.

LinkPower 2 supports USB-C bidirectional power delivery. With a 100W USB-C input, it charges from 20% to 80% in just 45 minutes. The USB-C port also delivers up to 65W output for phones, laptops, and other USB-C gear.

LinkPower 2 also adds dedicated DC and magnetic DC input ports:

With the original Starlink Mini charger, the maximum input power is up to 60W.
With a 12V car charger, the maximum input power is up to 65W.

Best of all, LinkPower 2 can power the Starlink Mini while charging itself — ensuring uninterrupted operation. Press and hold the power button for 2 seconds, then release when the breathing light starts flashing, to turn DC output on or off.

Note

Before first use, you must activate the LinkPower 2. Either plug in a USB-C PD power supply, or hold the power button for 10 seconds. Activation is complete once the screen turns on.

What’s new vs LinkPower 1

LinkPower 2 is a meaningful upgrade over the original LP1 — faster input, more charging methods, and the new Smart Bypass system.

Runtime

LP1: ~4 hours

LP2: ~5 hours

USB-C input

LP1: 65W default

LP2: 100W (20→80% in 45 min)

Charging methods

LP1: USB-C only

LP2: USB-C, DC input, magnetic DC

Bypass mode

LP1: Manual

LP2: Smart (auto low / auto full)

Waterproofing

LP1: IPX4

LP2: IP65

Power-button tricks

LP1: On/off + DC toggle

LP2: Adds breathing light & PIN-mode toggle

Weight

LP1: ~645 g

LP2: ~667 g

Battery / capacity

LP1: 99Wh, 21700

LP2: 99Wh, 21700 (same)

What’s in the Box

LinkPower 2 power bank
DC-to-DC cable (LinkPower 2 ↔ Starlink Mini)
DC-to-magnetic-DC cable (for charging via DC adapters)

Device Overview

The LinkPower 2 has the following ports and controls:

DC output port — output to the Starlink Mini. Output only.
DC input port — for charging via DC adapters (12–30V).
DC magnetic input port — quick-attach charging via the included magnetic cable.
Type-C PD output / input port — bidirectional, up to 100W input and 65W output.
1.47″ LCD — battery level, runtime, and live power readouts.
Breathing LED indicator — pulses when the DC port is enabled.
Power button — multiple short/long press functions.
1/4″ screw hole — standard tripod / mount thread.

Warning

The DC output port is for output only. Do not connect any DC power adapters to it — doing so may damage the device. Use the DC input port or magnetic DC input port for charging.

Setup & Activation

Place the Starlink Mini face down on a flat surface (be careful not to scratch the face). Remove the kickstand if used.
Unpack the LinkPower 2 and plug the included DC-to-DC cable into the DC output port on the LinkPower 2.
Plug the other end of the DC cable into the DC port on the Starlink Mini. Ensure the plug face is flush with the port surface for a secure connection.
Activate the LinkPower 2 in either of two ways:
- Plug in an external USB-C PD power supply, or
- Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds until the screen turns on.
The LED on the power button lights up; the Starlink Mini powers on automatically and its LED begins flashing.
Gently slide the LinkPower 2 toward the Starlink Mini until you hear a click — this confirms a secure mechanical attachment.
Setup is complete. You can now use your Starlink Mini as normal, powered by the attached LinkPower 2.

After activation

Once activated, you can remove the external PD power supply.

Charging — Three Methods

LinkPower 2 supports three charging methods, all of which can run simultaneously with powering the Starlink Mini.

1. USB-C PD charging (up to 100W)

Charge via the Type-C PD port. Compatible with PD 3.1, PPS, QC5, QC 3.0 / 2.0, FCP, AFC, SCP, and Apple 2.4A. Configurable up to 100W in the Web App.

2. DC input charging

Charge through the DC input port. Compatible with the original Starlink Mini power adapter, enabling charging and Starlink operation at the same time.

3. Magnetic DC charging

Use the included DC-to-magnetic-DC cable. The magnetic connector snaps to the side of the LinkPower 2 — great for quick attach/detach in field setups.

Use as a Standalone Power Bank

LinkPower 2 also works as a regular USB-C PD power bank — plug your phone, laptop, or other USB-C device into the Type-C port for up to 65W output.

Reserved for Starlink

The power bank reserves approximately 10%–15% of its capacity for the Starlink Mini. When the remaining battery falls below this range, the Type-C output automatically turns off — this prevents USB outputs from draining the battery and accidentally powering down your Starlink Mini.

Power Button Functions

The single power button on LinkPower 2 controls four different things depending on press pattern:

Power off: Press and hold for 10 seconds to power off the LinkPower 2 completely.
DC output on / off: Press and hold for 2 seconds. Release when the breathing light starts flashing — this toggles the DC output.
Breathing light on / off: When the DC output port is on, quickly press the power button twice to toggle the breathing light.
PIN mode switching: Quickly press the power button three times to switch between Fixed PIN (020555) and random PIN. The LED flashes to confirm.
- During pairing: if no verification code is shown on the LCD, a fixed PIN is used.
- If a verification code is displayed on the LCD, a random PIN is used.

Status Screen (LCD)

Press the power button once to turn on the 1.47″ LCD. The full UI shows battery level, estimated runtime, and live power readings:

Battery Level — current percentage and capacity bar.
Battery Time — estimated time until fully charged (when charging) or fully discharged (when discharging).
Status icons — schedule on / off / Bluetooth connection state.
DC output port — power, current, voltage, and discharge indicator.
DC input port — power, current, voltage; an arrow indicates charging is in progress.
Type-C port — power, current, voltage; arrows indicate charging vs discharging, plus charging-only mode.
Bypass state indicator — between the DC and Type-C displays. Yellow = manual activation; green = automatic activation.

In the Web App, scroll down to the Type-C port section and tap the button on the right to switch the Type-C port between Charge Only and Charging / Discharging.

Smart Bypass Mode — Always-On Power

Smart Bypass directly powers your Starlink Mini from an external source — no interruption, smarter battery protection. There are three ways it engages:

Manual activation

Enable Bypass at any time via the Web App for direct power supply.

Auto at low battery

When the battery drops below 3%, external power automatically takes over — keeping the Starlink Mini running without interruption.

Auto at full charge

When the battery reaches 100%, Bypass activates automatically — preventing overcharging and protecting battery lifespan.

Ensure sufficient input power

External Power must be ≥ Starlink Mini Power Consumption. When the battery is extremely low, the external source must provide enough output to run the Starlink Mini directly. If input power is insufficient, the device may not operate properly.

Manually Controlling the DC Port

You can manually enable or disable the DC output, which in turn powers your Starlink Mini on or off.

Press and hold the power button for at least 2 seconds. Release when the breathing light starts flashing.
The LED quickly flashes twice to confirm the action.
When the DC port is enabled the LED gently pulses; when disabled the LED turns off.

Shutting Down LinkPower 2

If you don’t plan to use LinkPower 2 for an extended period, you can shut it down completely to preserve battery life and health.

Press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds. The Power Button becomes unresponsive once shutdown is complete.
To restart from a complete shutdown: plug in an external USB-C PD power supply, or hold the power button for 10 seconds. Activation is complete when the screen turns on.

Using the Web App

PeakDo provides a browser-based Web App for fine-grained control of LinkPower 2 over Bluetooth — power limits, scheduling, bypass mode, and expert settings.

Supported browsers

Windows / macOS: Chrome, Edge, Opera
Android: Chrome, Edge, Opera, Samsung Internet
iOS: Bluefy

Prefer a native iOS experience?

The community-built LinkPower Companion app on the App Store gives you a fully native iOS UI — Live Activities, Lock-Screen widgets, and reliable BLE auto-reconnect — without needing a third-party browser.

Access the Web App

Open https://pwa.peakdo.ca/link-power-1/ in a supported browser, or scan the QR code on the back of the LinkPower 2. The Web App can also function offline after your initial visit.

(Optional) Install the Web App

For a more integrated experience, install the Web App as a Progressive Web App (PWA) — it gets a launch icon on your desktop or Home Screen.

On first visit, your browser may prompt with an Install Link-Power banner.
If not, look for “Add to Home screen” or “Install app”in your browser’s menu.
You may need to grant “Home screen shortcuts” permission.

Connect via Bluetooth

Tap “Connect to a device” in the Web App.
Your browser scans for nearby LinkPower 2 devices. Select Link-Power-2 to pair.
If the browser lacks Bluetooth permission, tap Update permissions and choose Allow all the time.

Pairing PIN

A random six-digit PIN appears on the LCD during pairing — enter it in your OS pairing prompt. If no PIN is shown, use the default PIN 020555. You only need to pair once unless you remove the LinkPower 2 bond from your OS settings. You can switch between fixed and random PIN modes by quickly pressing the power button three times.

Some advanced actions are hidden by default. To reveal them, open the three-dot menu and check “Expert Mode”.

Native iOS App — LinkPower Companion

On iPhone, the simplest way to monitor and control your LinkPower 2 is the free, open-source LinkPower Companion app. It speaks the same Bluetooth protocol as the Web App, but with a fully native iOS UI.

Live battery telemetry — capacity, level, voltage, current, runtime
DC port and bypass mode toggling
USB-C input / output limits (30W – 100W)
Up to 6 on/off schedules — daily, weekly, monthly
Lock-Screen Live Activities and Home-Screen widgets
No accounts, no analytics, no tracking — open source (MIT)

Download on the App Store

Troubleshooting

The Web App can’t find my LinkPower 2

Make sure LinkPower 2 is activated. The Bluetooth icon at the top of the LCD should be highlighted white — not green or dim grey.
Confirm Bluetooth is on for your computer or phone:
- Windows: Settings → Bluetooth & devices → make sure Bluetooth is on. Click Add device → Bluetooth and wait for Link-Power-2 to appear.
- Android: Toggle Bluetooth on and look for Link-Power-2 in Available devices.
Use a supported browser (Chrome / Edge / Opera on desktop or Android, Bluefy on iOS).

A previously paired device doesn’t show up

Sometimes a previously paired or bonded device may not show up in the list. Unpair or remove the bond from your operating system’s Bluetooth settings, then try again.

The pairing PIN doesn’t work

If the LCD displays a six-digit PIN, use that. If no PIN appears, use the factory default: 020555. You can also toggle between random and fixed PIN modes by quickly pressing the power button three times.

Type-C output suddenly turned off

This is by design. LinkPower 2 reserves 10–15% of its battery for the Starlink Mini. When remaining battery falls below this range, the Type-C output automatically turns off so your Starlink Mini doesn’t lose power unexpectedly. Recharge the LinkPower 2 to restore Type-C output.

The Starlink Mini won’t turn on

Confirm the DC-to-DC cable is fully inserted at both ends — the plug face should be flush with the DC port surface.
Confirm the DC port is enabled: long-press the power button for 2 seconds and release when the breathing light flashes — the LED should pulse gently.
Confirm the LinkPower 2 is activated and has battery (check the LCD level readout).

Specifications

Product Name	LinkPower 2
Battery Capacity	99Wh, 27500mAh (3.6V)
Battery Runtime	~5 hours powering Starlink® Mini
Battery Type	21700 Lithium
Ports	USB-C PD; DC 5.5 × 2.1; magnetic DC
DC Input	DC 12–30V (65W max)
DC Output	DC 15–21V (65W max)
USB-C PD Input	5V/3A · 9V/3A · 12V/3A · 15V/3A · 20V/3.25A — default 65W max (configurable up to 100W in the Web App)
USB-C PD Output	5V/3A · 9V/3A · 12V/3A · 15V/3A · 20V/3.25A — default 65W max
USB-C Protocol Support	PD 3.1, PPS, QC5, QC 3.0 / 2.0, FCP, AFC, SCP, Apple 2.4A
Screen	1.47″ LCD
Control	Power button + Bluetooth Low Energy
Mounting	One standard 1/4″ screw hole (tripod thread)
Other	Breathing LED indicator
Dimensions	243 × 115 × 27 mm
Weight	~667 g
Working Temperature	−20°C to 60°C
Waterproof Rating	IP65

High-power warning

Charging or discharging the battery at high power levels may significantly reduce its lifespan. For optimal battery health, avoid excessive power usage unless necessary.

FAQ

What is the LinkPower 2?

The LinkPower 2 is a 99Wh portable power bank from PeakDo, designed specifically as a battery backup for the Starlink^®Mini. It mounts directly to the back of the dish via a 1/4″ screw thread and provides ~5 hours of continuous Starlink runtime.

How is LinkPower 2 different from LinkPower 1?

Compared with LinkPower 1, the LinkPower 2 adds: 100W USB-C input (vs 65W), dedicated DC and magnetic DC input ports (vs USB-C only), Smart Bypass Mode with auto-low and auto-full triggers, IP65 waterproofing (vs IPX4), about an hour more runtime (~5 h vs ~4 h), and additional power-button shortcuts for the breathing light and PIN-mode toggle.

How fast does the LinkPower 2 charge?

With a 100W USB-C PD adapter, the LinkPower 2 charges from 20% to 80% in just 45 minutes.

Do I need to activate the LinkPower 2 before first use?

Yes. On first use either plug in a USB-C PD adapter, or press and hold the power button for 10 seconds until the screen turns on.

How long does the LinkPower 2 power the Starlink Mini?

Approximately 5 hours of continuous Starlink Mini runtime on a full charge.

Can the LinkPower 2 charge while powering Starlink?

Yes — pass-through charging is supported via all three input methods (USB-C PD, DC input, magnetic DC). The Smart Bypass system will route external power directly to the Starlink Mini whenever practical, protecting the battery from unnecessary cycling.

What is Smart Bypass Mode?

Smart Bypass routes external power directly to the Starlink Mini instead of through the battery. It engages automatically when the battery is below 3% (to keep Starlink running) or at 100% (to prevent overcharging), or it can be activated manually via the Web App.

Why did the Type-C output turn off when my battery got low?

The LinkPower 2 reserves 10–15% of its capacity for the Starlink Mini. When the remaining battery falls below this range, the Type-C output automatically turns off so USB devices don’t drain the battery and accidentally power down your Starlink Mini.

What is the default Bluetooth pairing PIN?

A random 6-digit PIN appears on the LCD during pairing. If no PIN appears, use the default: 020555. You can switch between random and fixed PIN modes by quickly pressing the power button three times.

How do I turn the Starlink Mini on or off via LinkPower 2?

Press and hold the power button for 2 seconds, then release when the breathing light starts flashing. The LED flashes twice to confirm. When the DC port is enabled the LED gently pulses; when disabled the LED is off.

Is the LinkPower 2 waterproof?

It is rated IP65— dust-tight and protected against low-pressure water jets from any direction. Don’t submerge it.

Is there an iOS app?

Yes. The community-built LinkPower Companion on the App Store gives you a fully native iOS interface with Live Activities, widgets, scheduling, power limits, and Demo Mode.

Is this guide official?

This page is a community-written distillation of PeakDo’s official LinkPower 2 Quick Start v2.1. LinkPower and PeakDo are trademarks of their respective owners. The LinkPower Companion iOS app is unofficial and not affiliated with, endorsed by, or supported by PeakDo Tech, Inc.