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#166011 27-Feb-2015 16:34
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So I brought a Lenovo A3500-HV tablet from PB Tech.

Before pulling the trigger, I asked the Salesman "Does this work on the Spark Network" and got the response yes it will.

Now I'm having difficulty, Tried 3x Different sim cards, and get No Service, or Emergency Calls only.

Where I'm getting confused is...
this link on GSM Arena says it supports "2G" GSM 850, but doesn't list 2100. Strange.
the box that it came in says: wwan: WCDMA
Haven't heard that term thrown around in a long time.

Am I missing something or is there an extra step/setting, 'Register on Network' or some such that I need to fiddle with?

Any advice from those who know would be appreciated.

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  #1247958 27-Feb-2015 17:23
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As above, it's certainly not fit for purpose. You specifically stated it needs to work on the Spark network. If the specs you link to are correct (and it seems they are), it will work great with Vodafone and 2Degrees, but not Spark. I would take it back to them and point this out. Under the CGA they should take it back without question.




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