Best USB Modem to use with TP-Link MR3020

[krycor]

Hi

What's the best USB Modem to get which works on the Vodacom Network & With the TP-Link MR3020 router? I need to replace a router thus would like suggestions. Ideally 21Mbps?

2ndly I noticed that the firmware only shows settings for MTNSA & CELL-C networks. What are the settings required for Vodacom(if different from either of the two) ?


Thanks

 

[morkhans]

Vodafone/Huawei K4605 would be my choice (works with the MR3040).

Vodacom APN is also internet. So you can use the MTN profile.

 

[krycor]

Ok.. anything 450-650 price range?

 

[sajunky]

Huawei E352, E353, E367 all dual frequency UMTS 2100/900MHz with external antenna connector (just in case you need it). If you don't need rotating head, E353 is the best.

 

[krycor]

Cool, @sajunky know a good place where i can buy one in cpt?

 

[morkhans]

Doesn't 8ta still sell a range of modems for a decent cash price?

 

[sajunky]

Yes. However retail stores offer frequently better prices. By example E352 or E353 (which krycor is interested) are cheaper than E367, I didn't see it in 8ta. MTN sells one of them (don't remember which one), but better prices are from Edgars MTN boot.

 

[WaxLyrical]

MTN sells the Huawei E352 14.4mbps for about R600 and it works with the TP Link.

 

[sajunky]

MTN sells the Huawei E352 14.4mbps for about R600 and it works with the TP Link.

This is little too expensive for 14Mbps when E369 is available from 8ta #R699. I wrote that better is shop around in MTN boots @Edgars and similiar places.