Why is my 3 dongle not working?

Why is my 3 dongle not working?

To restart your dongle, unplug it and after ten seconds plug it in again. This will restart the dongle. You can also try plugging the dongle into a different USB port. Your SIM is correctly installed – your dongle won’t work if your SIM hasn’t been properly inserted.

How do I get my dongle to work?

Using a Wi-Fi dongle is simple, just plug the Wi-Fi stick into the computer or mobile phone and immediately connect to the internet. There are dongle Wi-Fi sticks for laptops as well as phone dongles, both of which function the same to provide an internet connection.

How do I set up 3 broadband?

How do I set up my broadband? Getting your Three Broadband Hub up and running couldn’t be easier. Simply plug your hub into a plug socket using the power adaptor and switch on at the wall. Wait a few minutes for your hub to start up and then find out where you get the best speed.

How do I connect to 3 broadband?

You can connect via Wi-Fi, a network cable, or the WPS button. To connect via Wi-Fi search your device’s available connections. Find your hub’s network name, or SSID code, and enter your Wi-Fi password. You’ll find the default login details on a sticker on the base of your hub.

How do I connect a dongle to my laptop?

Connect the dongle through a USB port to your PC. If running Windows 10, it’s highly possible it will automatically set up the connection for you. In order to confirm this, click on the computer / Wi-Fi icon in the lower right area of the taskbar (systray) and check if a “Cellular” tile shows up.

How do I connect my PC to a wireless dongle?

Plug in your wireless USB adapter to an available USB port on your computer. If your wireless adapter comes with a USB cable, you may plug one end of the cable to your computer and connect the other end on your wireless USB adapter.

Why is my 3 broadband not working?

Make sure your device’s Wi-Fi setting is turned on. Double check you’re connected to the correct network (Three Broadband SSID) Reboot your hub, leave the device off for about 30 seconds and reconnect. Try to re-locate the device to get a better signal.

How do I activate my 3 mobile broadband SIM?

Activation:

  1. Insert your SIM into your phone and switch it on.
  2. 3 will text you to let you know they have started activating your SIM.
  3. They’ll send you a second text telling you to turn your phone off and on again.
  4. Your SIM will be activated when you restart your phone.

How do I connect 3 Mobile?

To make sure you can connect through our 3G network:

  1. From the homescreen, tap Applications.
  2. Tap Settings.
  3. Tap Wireless and network.
  4. Tap Mobile networks.
  5. Make sure that the box for Use packet data is checked. You can also connect to the internet using Wi-Fi if you have a Wi-Fi connection at home or work.

How do I find my 3 mobile broadband number?

For Mobile Broadband devices

  1. Go to our Device Support and click on Can’t find your device?
  2. Select the Tablets or Mobile Broadband devices tab, then click on your device.
  3. Select Finding out your number.

How do I connect a 3G / 4G USB dongle to Windows 10?

Usually it will be detected by your PC as a cellular connection or a Wi-Fi connection. If you can’t connect, check to see if Windows installed a cellular adapter. Go to Network Connections (Windows key + X – “Network Connections”) and click on “Change adapter options” on the right. The 3G / 4G USB dongle should be listed there.

What is a mobile dongle and how does it work?

Dongles are designed for use in laptops and are powered by USB, while battery-powered mobile Wi-Fi devices can share internet over Wi-Fi with numerous devices at the same time. Great value mobile broadband deals are available on Three on Pay Monthly contracts and Pay As You Go plans. What is mobile broadband?

Do I need a mobile broadband dongle?

In order to connect to your laptop or desktop PC to mobile broadband over 3G or 4G you need a mobile broadband dongle. Mobile broadband dongles, or Internet dongles as they are sometimes known, are small and discreet and plug in to your USB ports with no installation required.

Why should I update my dongle to the latest software version?

By updating your dongle to the latest available software version you’ll get an even better experience. If you’re using Internet Explorer 11, you might need to add the web addresses below into your browser’s compatibility list. To check for software updates:

author

Back to Top