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How to change the APN setting on your MiFi device
Huawei E5830
1. Insert the SIM card
2. Connect the MiFi to your PC using the USB cable
3. Allow the '3 WiFi manager' to install (first time use only)
4. Open '3 WiFi Manager' and select 'Tools' > 'Options' > 'Profile Management' > 'New'
5. Configure the APN settings and Dial Up number for the mobile operator you want to use.
6. Select 'Default' for the APN settings that you want the MiFi to use.
Huawei E585
1. Open '3MobileWiFi' or go to http://192.168.1.1
2. Find the section 'Change Your Settings'
3. Enter admin password (By default the password is 'Admin')
4. Click Log In
5. Click Advanced Settings > Connection Settings > Profile Settings > New
6. ‘Profile Name’ – Anything you want (e.g. Vodafone Profile)
7. ‘Connection Number’- *99#
8. ‘UserName’ – Your network operator’s username
9. ‘Password’ - Your network operator’s password
10. ‘Authntication’ - PAP
11. APN - Your network operator’s APN
12. IP Address - Dynamic
13. Click Save > Continue > Advance Settings > Connection Settings > Connection Settings
14. Select your new profile from the 'Profile List' drop down menu (e.g. Vodafone Profile)
15. Click Apply