Whizzyy USB 3G router

Yyc said:
Take out the modem. Turn on router and wait for the light to flash blue. Insert the modem, see what happens. Let me know if that works.
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I get a label that says "Connected HSPA" and a signal strength indicator at the top.
But I cannot connect - I click the "Connect" button it changes to "Connecting..." and then "ReConnecting" but nothing happens.

Update: I've tested with a Huawei E153 modem and then everything works

- can you please confirm if a ZTE MF190 works (and at what versions of the ZTE firmware)
This is a CELL C branded modem

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dmostert said:
I get a label that says "Connected HSPA" and a signal strength indicator at the top.
But I cannot connect - I click the "Connect" button it changes to "Connecting..." and then "ReConnecting" but nothing happens.

Update: I've tested with a Huawei E153 modem and then everything works

- can you please confirm if a ZTE MF190 works (and at what versions of the ZTE firmware)
This is a CELL C branded modem

D

D.
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Did you contact the call centre?
 
dmostert said:
I left a message on the Contact us page, but I don't see any telephone numbers on the whizzyy page?
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In the box there should be a card with the call center phone number. The interesting thing is, someone walked into the call center and they have the same modem as you with exactly the same problem. They are looking into it and will have an answer in the next day or to. I will post when i get the info.
 
Yyc said:
In the box there should be a card with the call center phone number. The interesting thing is, someone walked into the call center and they have the same modem as you with exactly the same problem. They are looking into it and will have an answer in the next day or to. I will post when i get the info.
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Great thanks!
 
SlowInternet said:
Does it support the following modems ?

1. Huawei E352
2. Huawei K4510
3. ZTE MF691
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These are not included in firmware. If you have these modems available they could be added to the firmware. How do you know to chose these 3 specific modems that are not compatible out of the many that are compatible?
 
Yyc said:
These are not included in firmware. If you have these modems available they could be added to the firmware. How do you know to chose these 3 specific modems that are not compatible out of the many that are compatible?
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Maybe I'm psychic...you'll never know. It would be nice if you could add them.
 
spiderz said:
I got the 3G150B from Scoop at under R200 with a battery. Works very well.
The one you listed does not seem to have a battery, but at least it's cheap. (R145)
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They had a model with a battery which was also well priced couple of months back. Must have sold out. I have a Trendnet model which has a battery and also takes a modem via USB. Given the choice between a router with a USB slot and the integrated ones (Vodafone R205), I'd go integrated. Less clunky and probably better battery life. Manufacturers also don't seem to support these routers very long, so getting a compatible modem is hit and miss on the newer models. Lastly for home use I'd rather opt for a device that can take an external antenna as coverage/signal is just going to degrade further.
 
What about Huawei E367, Vodafone E272, Vodafone K3570-Z? Included in firmware or known working? Yes, I have them all.
 
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Yyc said:
Vodafone E272, Vodafone K3570-Z Are both compatible.
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My only HSPA+ modem (E367) is not compatible. Other very popular models not compatible. Consider rewriting this statement below (or post full compatibility list as reputable firms do).
Yyc said:
99% of routers work. [...] So far the only incompatible modem we had was the Cell C Nokia and we have now added that to the Firmware.
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sajunky said:
My only HSPA+ modem (E367) is not compatible. Other very popular models not compatible. Consider rewriting this statement below (or post full compatibility list as reputable firms do).
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You make a good point! So we have just added the compatibility list to our website: www.whizzyy.co.za
 
dmostert said:
According to this list the ZTE MF190 is compatible? Did you guys release a firmware or something that I can download?

Thanks,
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The MF190 is on the list but for some reason the South African one is not compatible. We are in the process of adding and it should be done by Monday. I will confirm.
 
Yyc said:
The MF190 is on the list but for some reason the South African one is not compatible. We are in the process of adding and it should be done by Monday. I will confirm.
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The ZTE mf190 is now added to the Firmware. You can get the latest Firmware on the website: http://www.whizzyy.co.za/compatible-modems.html
To upgrade firmware:
Connect to Whizzyy SSID
Go to Admin
Upload
Choose file
Apply
 
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