How to set up mts connection 3g on a laptop. When connecting with a PCMCIA card

As part of this review material, the MTS 3G modem will be considered. This device is universal and is able to work with both 2G and 3G cellular networks. When connected directly to a personal computer, it turns into a regular wireless modem. But if it functions separately, then this is a portable access point to the Global Web. It is this universal and at the same time affordable technical solution that our material is devoted to.

Equipment

Considered in the framework of this short review, the mobile has the following equipment:

1. Mobile hotspot with battery installed.
2. Warranty card.
3. Complete user manual in paper form.
4. A proprietary interface cord with which this device can be synchronized with a PC system unit or charged via a power adapter.
5. Tray for installing a SIM card from a mobile operator.
6. Starter pack.
7. Power adapter.

Note that there is no CD in the list above. But the need to supply it automatically disappeared for the reason that the drivers, the control software of the cellular operator and the documentation are recorded on the memory chip integrated into the modem. As a result, there is no need to duplicate the same information on a separate medium. In addition, most modern computers are no longer equipped with CD-ROM drives.

Specifications

The MTS 3G modem considered within the framework of this review material with an integrated Wi-Fi transmitter boasts the following technical specifications:

1. The USB wired port is for charging the integrated battery. Also, with its help, you can synchronize the device with any personal computer and, due to this, turn it into a regular Internet access point.
2. The list of supported cellular standards includes 2G and 3G. In the first situation, the highest speed can be 500 kbps and the device successfully operates both in GPRS and EDGE modes. In the second case, the peak information exchange can already be 7.2 Mbps for download and 5.76 Mbps for upload, and UMTS technology is supported.
3. The built-in Wi-Fi transmitter allows you to connect up to 5 mobile devices to this modem.
4. The type of SIM card to be installed is micro (standard). If necessary, you can put a USIM card with 4G support in the tray, but this will not give much benefit because LTE technology is not included in the list of specifications for this mobile device.
5. Battery life on a single battery charge is 6 hours.

Modem functionality

Essentially, this solution can operate in one of two modes. The main one is the mobile hotspot. In this case, the portable router turns into a kind of gateway. On the one hand, it is connected to a cellular network and already with its help exchanges information with the Internet. Moreover, the choice of one or another signal occurs automatically. On the other hand, up to 5 mobile subscribers can be connected to it, and the traffic consumed between them is distributed depending on their needs and capabilities.

An alternative use case is a fixed access point directly connected to the computing system. In this case, the hero of this review exchanges with the cellular network, and the Wi-Fi transmitter is deactivated.

Internet tariffs for MTS 3G modems currently include a fairly large amount of traffic, but their monthly subscription fee is quite democratic. That is, such devices are excellent for widespread use. And both at home and in the office.

Setting procedure

The MTS 3G modem is configured as follows:

1. Unpack the box and remove the device from it. Then you need to get the tray out of it.
2. Next, we remove the SIM card from the starter package. We install it in the tray and return it to its place.
3. We turn on the mobile access point and wait for the completion of its initialization process.
4. Using WPS technology, we synchronize consumers and this model of a portable stand-alone modem. After that, the mobile network is configured and ready for operation.

In the case of switching from a PC, it is necessary to install an additional set of drivers and diagnostic software. Then, using the latter, a connection to the Global Web is established.

Checking the performance of a mobile access point to the Global Web

Unlimited Internet, MTS 3G modem and the presence of a cellular network signal allow you to access the Internet almost anywhere. After the previous settings, you need to check the operability of the created Wi-Fi coverage. To do this, on any connected device, simply launch the browser and go to any information resource. Previously, the Wi-Fi transmitter must be activated on the latter and synchronization is performed using special WPS technology. As experience shows, to date, the operator has minimized human participation in the process of setting up the router. Therefore, the probability of an error in this case is minimal, there should certainly not be any problems.

Tariff plans

The following MTS tariffs for a 3G modem are currently relevant:

• The base is "Internet Mini". In this case, the subscriber receives 7 GB of traffic per calendar month at the maximum possible speed. The subscription fee is 500 rubles per month. Upon the exhaustion of the previously given limit, 150 rubles will be debited from the account, in return for which 1 GB of traffic will be provided.
• The mid-level segment is occupied by the "Internet Maxi" tariff. In this case, the subscription fee increases to 800 rubles, but in return, the user already receives 15 GB of traffic for the same calendar month. In this case, from 00:00 to 07:00 the amount of transmitted information is not taken into account. That is, 15 GB are used only during the remaining time of the day. If the limit is exceeded, 1 GB, as before, will cost 150 rubles.
• The tariff plan "V.I.P. Internet" provides the greatest opportunities in terms of the volume of transmitted data and information. When activated, the user receives 30 GB for a monthly fee of 1200 rubles. Accounting, as before, is conducted from 7:00 to 00:00. In the remaining time, the amount of information is not limited. If the volume is exceeded, each additional gigabyte will cost the same 150 rubles, which are automatically debited from the subscriber's account.

Price

You can also buy an MTS 3G modem. And even in new condition. Its price will be only 1500 rubles. But again, it is no longer possible to purchase it in a company store, but only from third-party companies or individuals. In a used form, its cost will decrease even more and will amount to 500-900 rubles, depending on the condition and degree of wear.

Relevance of devices

Although you can still find the MTS unlimited 3G modem among various users, now it has been pushed out of the shelves by new devices that are aimed at functioning as part of 4G networks and support LTE technology. In this case, the maximum speed can increase to 100-150 Mbps. At the same time, the price is practically the same. Also, these new mobile routers are backward compatible with 3G and even 2G standards. That is, they are able to completely and completely replace the models of the previous generation.

Therefore, those who use MTS 3G will still use them until they become obsolete or fail. But when choosing a new access point, experts recommend paying attention to those solutions that can operate in 4G mode.

Nowadays, it is very difficult to do without the Internet, because the life of every modern person, to one degree or another, is connected with the World Wide Web. Work, study, leisure, entertainment - all this is on the Internet. Despite the fact that now there is Wi-Fi almost everywhere, there are still situations when it becomes necessary to go online when there is no Wi-Fi nearby. That's when a modem comes to the rescue, which will provide you with a fast, mobile connection. In this article, we will take a closer look at how to connect and configure an MTS modem. Let's figure it out. Go!

The whole setup process is quite simple and will not take you much time. First of all, of course, you need to insert the USB modem into the appropriate slot on the computer. When the operating system automatically detects the device, an autorun window will open, where you will need to click "Run AutoRun.exe". If you have autoload disabled, run "AutoRun.exe" through "My Computer".

This will open the installation wizard. Select your preferred language and click the "OK" button. Then follow the simple instructions of the installation wizard.

When finished, open the Connect Manager utility via the shortcut that appears on the desktop. After just a couple of seconds, the signal will be fixed. Please note that the signal strength may vary depending on the position (this applies to some modem models).

By default, the modem has all the necessary settings so that the user can freely connect to the network. To connect, simply open the "Connect" menu and click on the "Connect" button.

If desired, the user has the opportunity to perform manual configuration. To manually configure the modem, go to the corresponding section of the program menu. Open the "Network" category to select the signal format - 3G or EDGE/GPRS. Click "Manual" to set the parameters yourself. You can also set a PIN code to increase security by opening the corresponding menu section.

To change some advanced modem parameters, you will have to go to the "Device Manager". Find "Modems" in the list and expand it. Then right-click on the device and select "Properties". In the window that opens, you can activate the error handling mode, information compression, and hardware flow control.

Now you will know how to install an MTS 3G modem on a laptop. Write in the comments if you managed to figure out the issue, share your opinion regarding the use of modems with other users, and ask everything that interests you on the topic discussed.

Today, the popularity of using mobile communication networks to access the Internet is growing all over the world. They allow you to connect to the World Wide Web without using a Wi-Fi signal and at any time join an online game, watch a video in high quality or find the necessary information. Mobile networks of all telecom operators support Internet connection and use data transfer speeds that are not inferior to wireless networks. Accordingly, devices that facilitate connection to the Internet through the networks of mobile operators have also received a new impetus. One of the most popular are the latest generation wireless 4G USB modems.

Model range of 4G USB modems from MTS

4G USB modems from MTS are currently one of the most high-speed representatives of equipment offered by mobile network operators. Their most significant advantage is the speed of information transfer and a huge number of base stations located in almost every settlement in Russia.

Mobile Telesystems is the leader in the number of LTE base stations designed for organizing 4G communications and operating on a new standard for wireless high-speed data transmission for mobile devices. In total, the company has about 30,000 stations, which is almost one and a half thousand more than the nearest competitor.

The model range of 4G USB modems from MTS includes two products manufactured by Huawei Technologies.

Please note that the 4G USB modem "MTS Connect 4G LTE Wi-Fi" is different from the "MTS Connect 4G Wi-Fi router". Despite the general similarity of technical parameters, the modem creates a network only if it is connected to a computer, and the router has a built-in battery and can work autonomously from other devices for six hours.

Video: review of a 4G USB modem from Mobile Telesystems

Appearance and equipment

In appearance and packaging, the MTS Connect 4G and MTS Connect 4G LTE Wi-Fi modems practically do not differ.

Each modem comes with:

The cost of modems is in the range from 2000 to 2900 rubles. You can buy them:

In terms of technical characteristics, 4G USB modems are significantly superior to similar devices of previous generations and are able to work with all currently available network standards.

Table: technical characteristics of 4G USB modems from MTS

What tariffs does Mobile Telesystems offer for modem owners?

MTS provides tariff packages that include, in addition to tariffs, 4G USB modems for connecting to the Internet. This allows users to immediately get everything they need to access the World Wide Web.

The MTS Connect 4 package only works with 4G networks and includes 100 GB of Internet traffic on the first day of connection. The option is automatically disabled when using the allocated amount of Internet traffic or one day after the activation of the kit. After that, 60 GB is provided for a period of 14 days. The tariff works only on the territory of Russia

Starting from the fifteenth day, Internet access is suspended. When trying to connect to the Internet, the user is redirected to the internet.mts.ru web page, where you can top up your account and activate any of the following tariffs:

All tariffs provide unlimited connection speed until the moment of full use of the provided traffic.

Connecting and configuring the MTS modem

Connecting a 4G USB modem and setting it up is quite simple and easy for users. The software is already on the modem's storage so there is no need to search for it.

Before connecting the modem to a computer or laptop, you must insert a SIM card and a microSD memory card, if supported and purchased, into the special slot. To do this, you must perform the following operations:

1. Remove the cover from the front of the case to access the SIM card compartment.

   Pull the detachable cover away from the cap and open the SIM card compartment

2. Insert the SIM card into the slot marked SIM.

   Insert the SIM card into the slot marked SIM

3. Insert a microSD card into the slot marked microSD. It is located under the SIM card.
4. Close compartment cover.
5. Connect the modem to the USB port of a computer or laptop. The glow of the LED light indicates the health of the device.
   

   Insert the 4G modem into the USB port of your computer or laptop

Installing the driver and software for 4G USB modem

To install the 4G USB modem driver and the Connect Manager software application, you must perform the following steps:

1. Double-click the This PC icon on the desktop.

   On the desktop, click on the "This PC" icon

2. Double-click the left mouse button on the label with the MTS logo.

   Double click on the label with the MTS logo

3. In the "Language of the installer" console, select the Russian language.

   In the console, select the Russian language

4. In the "Connect Manager installation" window that appears, click the "Next" button.

   In the installation window, click on the "Next" button

5. In the console with the license agreement, click on the "Accept" button.

   Read the terms of the license agreement and click on the "Accept" button

6. Specify a directory for installing the software and click the "Next" button.

   Select a directory for installing the "Connect Manager" application and click on the "Next" button

7. Wait until the files are copied to disk.

   Wait for the installation of "Connect Manager"

8. In the final window, uncheck the box next to the line “Make www.omlet.ru the home page of the browser” in order to leave your home page unchanged. Click on the "Finish" button.

   Uncheck the box next to "Make www.omlet.ru the home page of the browser" and click on the "Finish" button

Software for 4G USB modem is installed.

Video: installing "Connect Manager" on a computer or laptop

Software setup

Setting up the "Connect Manager" software is carried out after the installation of the program. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Double click on the "Connect Manager" icon on the desktop.

   Double click on the "Connect Manager" icon on the desktop

2. In the connection window, click on the "Settings" button.

   In the connection window, click on the “Settings” button

3. Set the launch options in the settings console.

   Set the required launch options

4. If necessary, connect additional Internet traffic packages.

   Connect an additional package of services if you have run out of paid traffic

5. Set the network selection switch to the "Automatic" position. Select “3G only”, “2G only” or “LTE only” if you are sure that only a specific network operates in the territory, or if you do not want to switch to networks with reduced connection stability.

   Decide how to select the network your modem will connect to

6. In the modem settings, enter the Internet.mts.ru access point, any login and password. Set dial-up number *99#.
   

   Enter the standard MTS access point address and dial-in number, login and password can be any

7. Record modem information. An individual IMEI number may be needed if the device is lost, the firmware version will allow you to control its update.
   

   View and record basic modem data

Network selection should always be set to automatic.. This will help to avoid unnecessary steps to configure the modem. It is recommended to set the network selection according to one of the standards only if there is no 4G or 3G network.

Setting the maximum transmit and receive speed

To set the maximum speed for receiving and transmitting data over the Internet, there are several ways:

1. Use a USB extension cable with the 4G modem moved to a higher point. This will enhance the reception of propagated waves, which, unlike surface waves, have greater noise immunity and propagation speed, which, accordingly, will lead to an increase in the speed of the Internet signal.

   Connect 4G modem to computer via USB extension cable

2. Use a homemade resonator antenna where to place the modem. Due to the reflection of radio waves from the resonator, a double signal amplification effect is obtained and a higher speed is achieved.

   Internet access speed may increase due to reflection from the surface of the resonator antenna

3. Apply the Kharchenko antenna ("eight"), which will be in contact with the 4G modem. Kharchenko's antenna works similarly to an indoor television antenna, creating a directional loop that amplifies the signal and its processing speed.

   Kharchenko's antenna works on a different principle - it creates a suggestive loop and amplifies the signal

4. Connect the 4G modem to the USB router port. This will allow you to additionally use the router amplifier and fiber optic network to relay the Internet signal. Since the speed of receiving and transmitting information from the router is quite high, then, accordingly, the speed of the modem will also increase.

   You can increase the speed of the Internet connection by using the resources of the router

5. Remove torrent programs from startup, which, when loaded with Windows, take a certain amount of RAM, which immediately affects the speed of the modem.
6. Do not run a web browser and a torrent program at the same time to download information. The reason here is the same as in the previous paragraph.
7. In the web browser settings, disable unnecessary add-ons such as Java Script and the like. Add-ons also take away some of the RAM and interfere with the increase in the speed of the modem.

Video: setting the maximum speed of a 4G USB modem

What problems and errors can occur when using a 4G USB modem

The main problem that may appear during the operation of a 4G USB modem from MTS is the lack of access to the Internet. To fix it, you can use the following methods:

1. Check the 4G network coverage area on the map. To do this, on the official website of MTS, go to the tabs "Private customers" - "Help" - "Service areas" - "Our map" and determine by the region where the base stations of the 4G network operate.

   

   Restart your computer and launch the Connect Manager application

2. Uninstall the "Connect Manager" application by opening the "Control Panel" on the desktop and going to the "Programs and Features" section. Reinstall it as described above.
3. Call support at 8 (800) 250-08-90 or 0890 and report a problem. Get advice from technical experts or fix the problem remotely.

In addition, other problems may arise:

Video: Troubleshooting 4G Modem Connections

In my personal work with a 4G USB modem, there were also various problems that I had to overcome. Most often, there was a complete lack of Internet signal when you were in a building if it was located in a lowland area. In this case, natural obstacles were added to the signal shielding due to concrete walls. The most effective way out of this situation turned out to be connecting a 4G modem via a USB extension cable and moving the device to a higher point. We also tried to create a contact between the modem and the TV antenna using copper wire, but this method did not give the same result as using an extension cord. The greatest effect was achieved for the TV antenna, which was made independently, using a metal gasket from the engine. If the factory-made antenna does not have a wide reflective surface, then the efficiency of receiving an Internet signal increases by no more than 15-20%. Well amplifies the Internet signal and increases the speed of the Kharchenko antenna or its analogues. If you fix this type of antenna on a wooden pole 3–4 meters long and place it on the roof of a house or on a balcony, then the power level of the radio signal and the speed of the 4G modem increase by 40–50%.

These methods have proved to be most effective when working with low-power tablets, when the base station is not in the line of sight, and the power of the tablet's built-in antenna is not enough to reliably receive the signal. Using a resonator antenna practically does not give the desired result. The signal using such a device can be amplified only if the distance to the base station does not exceed one kilometer and there are no obstacles in the signal path.

Advantages and disadvantages of MTS 4G USB modems

4G USB modems are relatively new devices based on next-generation technologies after 3G. Compared with their predecessors, these modems have improved technical characteristics and have both advantages and disadvantages.

1. Advantages:
   • high speed of information transfer over Internet networks;
   • simple and fast software setup;
   • connection stability;
   • automatic switching between network standards when leaving the coverage area of ​​any of them;
   • the presence of a slot for a microSD card;
   • connectors for external antennas.
2. Disadvantages:
   • bulky dimensions, which sometimes leads to overlapping of adjacent connectors;
   • not always sufficient coverage area for LTE base stations;
   • high cost of the device and subscription fee;
   • high power consumption;
   • weak cooling system - when working in 4G networks, the temperature of the modem can reach 70 degrees.

Based on the advantages of 4G modems over their predecessors, it is safe to say that over time they will completely displace their predecessors from the consumer market.

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In the age of digital technologies, in most cases, new technologies allow you to configure the Internet, reducing all actions to a minimum, just specify an access point, whether on a smartphone or on a personal computer.

The next step will be to restart the mobile phone or computer on which you are setting up access to the Internet, and after rebooting, just connect to the Internet. But there are also cases that automatic settings for various reasons are not installed on devices. It is in such cases that the manual configuration of the MTS access point comes. The essence of setting up access in MTS is simple, and the whole procedure is reduced to a minimum, so that a simple user would not have problems setting everything up manually.

It is possible to order automatic settings from the MTS mobile operator by sending a short SMS message on the official website. You, in turn, will only have to wait for the SMS to arrive, and then save and apply it on your device.

Quick setup of the MTS access point on the phone

First of all, you need to find the “ Settings" item in your phone in the main menu, then you need to go to " Cellular communications"Where the APN is set. After that, you need to create a profile, while indicating the following data:

• MTS - Profile name;
• internet.mts.ru - Access point;
• mts - Standard username and password.

If you ever have to compare phone models, then you will pay attention to the fact that on new phone models, internet connection settings significantly reduced, which cannot be said about older phones, where the connection takes a long time and does not always end in success.
The operating system of a smartphone is almost the main criterion for how setting up an MTS access point.

Mobile phones based on Windows Phone are configured as follows:

• « Settings - Data Transfer" Further " Add hotspot". Specifying the APN login address - internet.mts.ru, as well as the standard login and password - mts in small letters. All subsequent menu items are left unchanged.

Mobile phones based on Android OS are configured according to a different principle:

• Go to "Settings" further " Wireless networks" sub-item "More", and then to "Mobile network". Further, all settings for entering an access point, login, password, see above. After all the manipulations, we reboot the phone.

If you have a mobile phone based on IOS, iPhone, then we do the following:

• We go to the item "Settings" further " Cellular Data - APN Settings“, indicate the standard ip address of the MTS - (internet.mts.ru) and this completes the setup, save everything and send the iPhone to reboot.

The easiest way to avoid manual entries and settings on your phone is to try to send automatic settings on the official MTS website or in your MTS personal account. On the main page of the MTS website, find the section called " Phone settings» he is on the right « Help and Service", then point" Phone settings". After entering the correct captcha and your phone number, you will receive the coveted message with the access point settings. After receiving SMS messages on your phone, save and reload. An alternative method for obtaining settings for installing an access point is also sending an empty SMS to the short number 1234.

Please note that all settings on different models may differ significantly due to various updates to mobile phone systems.

Setting up an MTS access point on IOS, Android tablets

Tablets on the IOS and Android operating systems are practically the same because smartphones are also installed on the same operating systems. Windows-based tablets are also no different and the settings are the same as on a Windows Phone smartphone. All settings, see above in the subheading " Quick setup of the MTS access point on the phone»

Setting up an MTS access point on a 3G modem from MTS

To quickly connect the MTS modem to the Internet, you need to insert the 3G modem into the USB interface (USB port), then you just need to wait for the automatic installation of the software, and then just click on " Network connection"- "Activate" in the program. Such an easy setup is explained by the fact that all software (drivers) are initially present in 3G modems from MTS.
If you have a 3G modem not from the MTS operator, then you have to set up the modem manually, because in such modems there is no special software (drivers):

1. Go to the profile creation section;
2. Specify the name of the profile;
3. Enter the access point internet.mts.by;
4. Login and password (mts);
5. Dialing number *99# ;
6. We save the profile and work.

On some modems there are already initially created profiles, and among them there may be a profile for MTS. Then you do not have to make a profile, but simply select a profile from the list and use it.

Using USB modems is easy and simple. Installation of drivers and software occurs automatically after connecting the modem to the computer and takes a minimum of time. Ingoda, however, still requires some participation in the user's process. But first things first.

Remove the cover from the modem and insert the SIM card into the slot. Close the cover and plug the modem into the computer's USB port.

The operating system should automatically detect and recognize the new device and start installing the drivers. All information is displayed in the taskbar in the form of pop-up messages.

After installing the drivers, the software installation will begin. When the software autorun window appears, start the installer wizard by clicking the "Run AutoRun.exe" button.

If the installation wizard does not start automatically, locate the AutoRun.exe file and run it manually. To do this, open "My Computer" and the CD-ROM drive with the Connect Manager program recorded on the modem's flash memory, and double-click on AutoRun.exe.

In the installation wizard window that opens, select the desired language, click OK, and follow the installer's instructions.

After installation is complete, launch Connect Manager using the desktop shortcut. A few seconds after launch, the program will detect the presence of a signal. Pay attention to its strength, characterized by the indicator in the upper right corner of the window.

For some modem models, the signal strength depends on their orientation in space. If the signal is not strong enough, you can try connecting the modem through a cable that will allow you to change the orientation of the modem. After each position change, it takes a few seconds for the modem to display the signal strength corresponding to the new position.

All necessary USB modem settings are set by default. To access the Internet after starting the program and detecting a signal, you just need to press the "Connect" button in the "Connect" menu. Establishing a connection is accompanied by a melodic sound signal and the appearance of a graphical display of traffic.

To manually configure the modem, you need to open the "Settings" menu. In the "Network" option, you can set the network and signal format - EDGE / GPRS or 3G. The default setting is automatic network and signal selection. To set the parameters manually, you need to right-click on the network name (MTS RUS 3G in the figure) and select the "Manual" option. After that, the signal will be scanned and a list of all networks fixed by the modem will be displayed. It remains to select the required one (MTS RUS 3G in our case) and click "Select".

In the "PIN Operations" option, a request for entering a PIN code is set. It is not required by default.

In the “Modem settings” option, the APN access point (internet.mts.ru), dial-up number (*99#), password (mts) and login (mts) for connection are set. The password and login fields can be left blank.

In addition to the "Connect" and "Settings" options, the program also contains the "SMS", "Balance" and "Calls" options. You can make voice calls from the Calls menu. To do this, you will need a headset with a microphone and headphones or speakers with a microphone.

From the Balance menu, the current balance is checked. To do this, click on the "Check balance" button.

The "SMS" menu is used to send and check incoming SMS.

Some additional modem settings can be made in the "Device Manager". To do this, open the "Control Panel" and launch the "Device Manager". Right-click on the modem (in this case ZTF Proprietary) and select "Properties".

You can also access some USB modem settings through the connection: "Control Panel" > "Network and Sharing Center" > "Change adapter settings" > MTS connection. By right-clicking on a connection and selecting Properties, you can enable hardware flow control, modem error handling, and data compression (if the modem supports this feature).