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coo|dude
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Aug 11 2012, 11:21 PM
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QUOTE(blacktubi @ Aug 11 2012, 11:15 PM) For low cost solution, Huawei E355 is the choice You dont need a computer for mifi device as the modem itself having its own interface for automatically dial up and tether once connected PM me if interested  But I thought you need to enter username and password for the 3G simcard? Mate, Huawei E355 is a USB Broadband or a Mifi? I am looking for a Mifi and this is what I got from google image search for Huawei E355 https://www.google.com.my/search?q=Huawei+E...HNczorQec1YCIAQ*****edit My bad, it looks like a USB Broadband. But it actually a Mifi. But the speed is only 21mbps max. Is that good enough when you have 3 gadgets using it simultaneously? Also, I can't use it on the go. This post has been edited by coo|dude: Aug 11 2012, 11:26 PM
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blacktubi
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Aug 11 2012, 11:26 PM
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QUOTE(coo|dude @ Aug 11 2012, 11:21 PM) But I thought you need to enter username and password for the 3G simcard? Mate, Huawei E355 is a USB Broadband or a Mifi? I am looking for a Mifi and this is what I got from google image search for Huawei E355 https://www.google.com.my/search?q=Huawei+E...HNczorQec1YCIAQYou can config it on the web interface of any mifi device which usually is pre-configured.
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fruitie
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Aug 11 2012, 11:28 PM
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Rise and Shine
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QUOTE(coo|dude @ Aug 11 2012, 11:21 PM) But I thought you need to enter username and password for the 3G simcard? Mate, Huawei E355 is a USB Broadband or a Mifi? I am looking for a Mifi and this is what I got from google image search for Huawei E355 https://www.google.com.my/search?q=Huawei+E...HNczorQec1YCIAQ*****edit My bad, it looks like a USB Broadband. But it actually a Mifi. But the speed is only 21mbps max. Is that good enough when you have 3 gadgets using it simultaneously? Also, I can't use it on the go.  Well, 21Mbps doesn't mean you will get full 21Mbps. Depending on your area as well, if it is not 21Mbps or 42Mbps enabled, you will not get to maximize though.
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coo|dude
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Aug 11 2012, 11:42 PM
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QUOTE(fruitie @ Aug 11 2012, 11:28 PM) Well, 21Mbps doesn't mean you will get full 21Mbps. Depending on your area as well, if it is not 21Mbps or 42Mbps enabled, you will not get to maximize though.  You mean the 21Mbps is for the internet speed to the Mifi? And not the bandwidth from the Mifi to the other connected devices?
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fruitie
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Aug 11 2012, 11:45 PM
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Rise and Shine
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QUOTE(coo|dude @ Aug 11 2012, 11:42 PM) You mean the 21Mbps is for the internet speed to the Mifi? And not the bandwidth from the Mifi to the other connected devices? Yes on the bolded part.
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coo|dude
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Aug 11 2012, 11:48 PM
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QUOTE(fruitie @ Aug 11 2012, 11:45 PM) Thanks fruitie. Any recommendation for a good Mifi?
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fruitie
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Aug 11 2012, 11:53 PM
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Rise and Shine
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QUOTE(coo|dude @ Aug 11 2012, 11:48 PM) Thanks fruitie. Any recommendation for a good Mifi? Hehe. I don't use MiFi, I use a good modem and pair with router.
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blacktubi
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Aug 12 2012, 12:02 AM
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QUOTE(coo|dude @ Aug 11 2012, 11:48 PM) Thanks fruitie. Any recommendation for a good Mifi? Huawei E586. Support up to 21mbps for 3G Network which subjected to telco capability as well As for the LAN part. Wireless N is 150mbps. Just hopefully the LAN chip able to support This post has been edited by blacktubi: Aug 12 2012, 12:04 AM
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coo|dude
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Aug 12 2012, 06:31 AM
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QUOTE(fruitie @ Aug 11 2012, 11:53 PM) Hehe. I don't use MiFi, I use a good modem and pair with router.  You do that for mobility too?
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blacktubi
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Aug 12 2012, 10:24 AM
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QUOTE(coo|dude @ Aug 12 2012, 06:31 AM) You do that for mobility too? No, a true router is not mobility at all
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fruitie
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Aug 12 2012, 01:44 PM
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Rise and Shine
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QUOTE(coo|dude @ Aug 12 2012, 06:31 AM) You do that for mobility too? Not really.  It is permanently stored there.  I have two routers, so I place one in my house in PJ and another one in hometown - PD. So, I only need to bring my modem if I go back hometown. If you want a MiFi for the sake of network sharing and could sacrifice the mobility, 3G router is a better choice. More stable in my opinion.
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AskarPerang
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Aug 12 2012, 02:51 PM
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QUOTE(coo|dude @ Aug 11 2012, 11:48 PM) Thanks fruitie. Any recommendation for a good Mifi? Actually you should ask yourself whether you want the internet connection to be portable or fix permanently at home? if portable then get a mifi. if just for home usage then get a router. and 21.6mbps modem / mifi is good enough to be used.
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coo|dude
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Aug 12 2012, 11:05 PM
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QUOTE(AskarPerang @ Aug 12 2012, 02:51 PM) Actually you should ask yourself whether you want the internet connection to be portable or fix permanently at home? if portable then get a mifi. if just for home usage then get a router. and 21.6mbps modem / mifi is good enough to be used. Hi, yes, I want a Mifi as I am mobile. That's why I am asking for a recommendation of a Mifi brand and model.
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xelamil
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Aug 14 2012, 02:48 AM
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QUOTE(coo|dude @ Aug 12 2012, 11:05 PM) Hi, yes, I want a Mifi as I am mobile. That's why I am asking for a recommendation of a Mifi brand and model. Depends on your budget as well. 1. Huawei 58xx series (583x,585,586,587). Elegant but (more) expensive solution. 2. Hame MPR-A1 (or A2) + 3G/HSPA usb modem (speed depends on your modem): Cheaper solution The E355 + powerbank should work as a portable hotspot too.
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coo|dude
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Aug 14 2012, 09:50 AM
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QUOTE(xelamil @ Aug 14 2012, 02:48 AM) Depends on your budget as well. 1. Huawei 58xx series (583x,585,586,587). Elegant but (more) expensive solution. 2. Hame MPR-A1 (or A2) + 3G/HSPA usb modem (speed depends on your modem): Cheaper solution The E355 + powerbank should work as a portable hotspot too. Seems like Huawei is a more established brand choice. I presume 587 is the latest model among the 58xx series? I will check those models out.
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garytey
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Aug 14 2012, 10:17 AM
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Hi, I think i need an MIFI with LAN port? any recommendation?
by the way im not sure how it's work, im applying with maxis due to my area only maxis supply stable signal. So, what kind of package i need to apply and i will get a sim card to insert into the mifi modem right??
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AskarPerang
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Aug 14 2012, 11:20 AM
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QUOTE(garytey @ Aug 14 2012, 10:17 AM) Hi, I think i need an MIFI with LAN port? any recommendation? by the way im not sure how it's work, im applying with maxis due to my area only maxis supply stable signal. So, what kind of package i need to apply and i will get a sim card to insert into the mifi modem right?? get a hame then. Work with a 3g modem or lan cable.
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garytey
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Aug 14 2012, 11:59 AM
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QUOTE(AskarPerang @ Aug 14 2012, 11:20 AM) get a hame then. Work with a 3g modem or lan cable. http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2457750/alli suppose this is the one you mentioned? and i assume this can plug in my usb stick got from maxis and get my home desktop connected with maxis 3g via usb stick
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xelamil
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Aug 14 2012, 08:50 PM
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QUOTE(coo|dude @ Aug 14 2012, 09:50 AM) Seems like Huawei is a more established brand choice. I presume 587 is the latest model among the 58xx series? I will check those models out. Not sure if it's the latest. High DL ceiling. 42Mbps. Added on August 14, 2012, 9:00 pmQUOTE(garytey @ Aug 14 2012, 11:59 AM) http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2457750/alli suppose this is the one you mentioned? and i assume this can plug in my usb stick got from maxis and get my home desktop connected with maxis 3g via usb stick Yes. You can plug in the 3G usb stick on one side. Or a LAN cable on the other side. The device acts as a wireless router. This post has been edited by xelamil: Aug 14 2012, 09:00 PM
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thiamlun
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Aug 17 2012, 03:06 PM
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New Member
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Hi,anyone use ZTE MF680 modem??? can share speed and ping this modem get....
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