Introduction
In recent years, with 3G and 3.5G is accepted as a common and popular mobile phone network HSPA (High Speed Packet Access) is very important for field staff, because they are easy to use much faster than GPRS and easy.
Wireless Internet Usb Stick
A person must have a 3G or 3.5 G enabled device, this high-speed network (of course this depends on the telecommunications services company in the country) to use. Can be incorporated into existing devices or can bean external unit.
This review is from Huawei E170 USB modem is based. Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. has been aggressively for their USB modem.
Main Content
Huawei USB Modem Stick last is much smaller than its predecessor (E220). Technically, this modem is actually a USB modem, a USB flash drive, a virtual CD-ROM.
In this post I will be with the modem telecommunications operator in SingaporeStarHub.
The package
The package is available in white only Starhub with Starhub logo. It 'DVD packaged in a wrapper with the same modem and a cable extended. The main difference between E220 (the predecessor) and the E170, E170, which already has a USB connection. In normal operation, it is not necessary to use the cable extended. In the manual it says that this cable can be used to amplify the signal. You will need to purchaseSIM card except for this modem. Or is it possible to use the existing SIM card on it. StarHub this package bundled with unlimited data SIM card, which is easy to install on your device.
The modem
The modem is very simple and the workmanship is high quality. The size is slightly larger than a USB stick Convention. The dimensions are 80.5 mm in length and 24.1 mm thick and 11.8 mm wide. And 'glossy white and very well done. The USB port is equipped with a hiddenCoverage, which is quite robust. The lid is round with a silver ribbon for this unit. Near the USB port, the SIM card holder. And 'carefully hidden and washed with the overall design. I would not be too sure that the unit may fall, when it is drawn (and you are only left with a lid).
The connection
As mentioned, this modem is a virtual CD-ROM. The reason is that the software is flashed into it, and it ishas been recognized as a CD-ROM drive when connected to a Dell laptop to verify the presence of this compound. It took about 5 minutes to configure the modem automatically. They are the first to install the software on the computer promptly. This is a must. After installing the Starhub connection boxes show and just click on Connect. Starhub HSDPA / HSUPA / UMTS / EDGE / GPRS / GSM.
It takes a minute for him (the modem that Iis no password. Consequently, it connects automatically when you press the icon Connect).
The main window is connected when it is ready to show and the bottom right corner of your computer, you can see the logo Starhub modem.
Panel on the main road itself, you can change the statistics page to see the speed upload and download with a nice GUI. There is also the textbook and pages of the phone that I did not explore. In essence, as StarHub, the SIM card datacould not be used for the call. However, text messages can be simple. As for the book, is the contacts stored in SIM card. From this package, there are 500 slot contact.
Performance
Ideally, the download speed for this modem with 7.2Mbps service, Starhub. Has shown, however, the actual performance differently. This could be due to signal strength and other factors share the download.
A couple of tests were performed on a site by clicking a link on it to finish aheavily illustrated page, and by refreshing the same page. Both results were satisfactory, as it can be uploaded in a minute.
The compound is stable. In fact, this device has been tested with Skype and webcams. It has a little 'delay, but this may be due to the other party wireless connection. Therefore, this is not conclusive.
The call
This small device is particularly suited for road warriors to download e-mail and surf the Internet. Since the form factor is small, it can be easilybe carried around. With a given package, the device can be connected to the Internet all day without worrying about the bills.
HSDPA 7.2 Mbps downlink, uplink HSUPA 2Mbps and it is not the fastest, compared to a LAN. It is not meant to play and if you want to upload many large files, you can hear the arrears.
If you want to use it abroad, contact your telecommunications provider in the rate of data abroad. It can be a big bumpin your portfolio.
Completion
Overall, the product meets the essential purpose of the connection is in motion. With small form factor is, can be taken anywhere. The connection speed is very dependent on the operator of telecommunications. With tests on its predecessor (E220) to 1.8Mbps to 3.6 Mbps, a difficult task link could be exhausting. You should seriously consider the minimum standard of 7.2 Mbps on the downlink, if you want to use frequently. This is a must-have for road constructionWarrior at this time.
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