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ShellNZ

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#392590 16-Oct-2010 14:08

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Is this not a real 3g router? http://www.pbtech.co.nz/index.php?item=NETNCM0318

I wouldnt havent the first clue with installing an antenna so think I shall stay away from that, hehe

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#392594 16-Oct-2010 14:17

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Hi Shelly, I have not used the exact Netcomm that you have purchased, but its near identical to others I have used, they simply work, mind you most have been with voda USB sticks rather than Telecom ones, should that make a diff.

You can get antenna couplers for USB 3G sticks, this lets you then put an external antenna on the USB stick, sounds like what you need.

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#392595 16-Oct-2010 14:17

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"Connect to the Internet using your 3G USB modem" - so no it's not a "real" 3G router if you have to stick the 3G into it :)

A "real" 3G router, is one that has the 3G module built in. They are obviously quite a bit more expensive, but do a far better job.

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