MTN, Glo, Airtel, 9mobile Modem Setup in Nigeria. How to Setup MTN, Globacom (GLO), Airtel and 9mobile apn to browse the Internet using a Phone or MODEM (ZTE or Huawei)
This tutorial is aim at assisting one set up MTN, Globacom (GLO), Airtel and 9mobile Nigeria SIMS to be able to browse the new using a MODEM (ZTE or Huawei) or their phones.
When using a Universal modem, you are required to enter the settings of your modem to browse with different SIM card.
MODEM Setup Installation (Huawei, ZTE)
1) For the Modem, you need to install the setup (in here I am using a ZTE (GLO modem as guide). Go to My Computer and you will find the MODEM, Double click to launch the setup.
2) After the installation, the interface is supposed to open automatically, if it does not open, please do open it.
MODEM Options (Huawei, ZTE)
3) On the Menu bar, Click on Tools, Click on Options.
4) On the left hand side click on Profile Management to create settings for MTN, Globacom (GLO), Airtel and 9mobile SIM
5) Click on Add, the Connection Settings window will appear.
MTN MODEM Settings (Huawei, ZTE)
Below are the Setting to be entered.
FOR MTN
Config Filename: MTN
Dial Number: *99#
Username: web
Password: web
APN : web.gprs.mtnnigeria.net,
NOTE: You have to check Save User Name and Password to enter the username and password (although it is not compulsory) and also check use the following APN name to enter the APNLeave other settings the way it is, then Click on Yes
GLO MODEM Settings (Huawei, ZTE)
FOR GLOBACOM (GLO)
Config Filename: GLO
Dial Number:*99#
Username: flat
Password: flat
APN: gloflat or glosecure
NOTE: You have to check Save User Name and Password to enter the username and password (although it is not compulsory) and also check use the following APN name to enter the APNLeave other settings the way it is, then Click on Yes
AIRTEL MODEM Settings (Huawei, ZTE)
FOR AIRTEL
Config Filename: AIRTEL
Dial Number:*99#
Username: airtel
Password: airtel
APN : internet.ng.airtel.com
NOTE: You have to check Save User Name and Password to enter the username and password (although it is not compulsory) and also check use the following APN name to enter the APNLeave other settings the way it is, then Click on Yes
9mobile MODEM Settings (Huawei, ZTE)
FOR 9mobile
Config Filename: 9mobile
Dial Number:*99#
Username: 9mobile
Password: 9mobile
APN : 9mobile
NOTE: You have to check Save User Name and Password to enter the username and password (although it is not compulsory) and also check use the following APN name to enter the APN. Leave other settings the way it is, then click on Yes
6) You could select the default by selecting the Config filename and clicking Set default.
7) When you want to use any of the setting, on the homepage of the Modem interface, you can scroll between all the settings.
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If i am using an airtel modem can i put an mtn sim in it
Good day,
Please I did exactly that but what should I put as MccMnc number for my modem for my MTN
Please check out this tutorial https://aboutdevice.com/mcc-mnc-for-mtn-glo-airtel-and-9mobile/
MCC MCN for MTN Nigeria
MCC = 621
MCN = 30
Good day,
Please I did exactly that but what should I put as MccMnc number for my modem.
I just installed my Etisalat universal modem but it’s showing me this app can’t run on your PC I am using a windows 10 pls help
I purchase a HSDPA universal modem and glo sim, I wan to use it on my laptop but not connecting. Pls what do I do.
Please make sure the apn is right, I will advise you use glosecure or gloflat for the APN
I bought STF universal modem, and I want to connect it, is it the same process you explained I will follow to make it work.
Yes, it is the same process. Thanks
I use a hauwei airtel modem, dis thin does not connect, whenever i try, it displays connection terminated. Pls help. Tnx
Please which network are you trying to use? Thanks
I have tct mobile moderm (visafone moderm). can I convert it to universal. thks
It will not work. The modem is for a CDMA network and such it cannot be universal.
Pls I have etisalat\9mobile modem, right d tin has refused to connect ony laptop and I have been using it for a vry long time without any issue, pls wat might be the problem, I have called customers care and d said my line is good
Please which error is it giving?
I will advise you try on another system to see if it will work effectively.
Am getting trouble with my airtel settp
What do I write on default profile
Create a new profile, set it as default, then you can edit the first default profile, unless it will be impossible to edit it. Thanks
Pls can I use airtel line to unlock etisalat modem ….pls I need someone to put me through urgently
I did everything you listed. Mine still says that the modem is already in use or is not configured properly
Hauwei router and the Airtel sim it’s showing on the fone but it’s not connecting
You Have to change some settings, Please do change the APN and make sure the dial code is correct.
please i just bought a new ZTE modem and its not connecting
Please which SIM is in it and what network was it made for?
Please i installed an airtel modem on a new labtop but its not connected even when all the configuration are ok, what should i do?
Which network provider are you using on the Airtel modem.
hello,I’ve followed all the procedures for Airtel but it’s still not connecting, it’s saying that The connection was terminated by the remote computer before it could be completed!.
I’m using a GLO NETPRO ZTE MODEM and it’s unlocked.
this is really helpful sir!!
Have use the APN but still not bringing out data
Please which network?
Please also check if your dial code is *99#
Please make sure you use the settings rightly.
Airtel APN is internet.ng.airtel.com
Dial Code is *99#
Is it on a MiFi or MODEM?
Does it give an error message?
I am unable to use my new airtel 4G smart sim to browse on my laptop. It’s not connecting at all. Pls help out
Hi,
My ZTE Router is for ntel, but I want to convert it to glo; as in, I want to use glo network instead. Please what should I do?
You need to unlock the ZTE router to be able to use all networks. Then You insert your Glo SIM and use the settings available on this page.
thank you so much for expository information…am well informed by your effort in effect.
Thanks so much, it has now been updated with 9mobile connection settings for a modem
Thanks a lot for the 9mobile. Saved my life.
Welcome sir