Top 5 Universal 3G Data Card Dongles – Use With Any SIM Card
3G Data Card dongles let you connect to the internet anywhere, provided there’s networks available, of course. Usually the 3G dongles available in the market are tied to a single network operator, as we documented here. However, it’s pretty obvious that no single operator has optimum networks everywhere. A frequent traveler will know that each city/state has different “best” operators, so to speak. In state A, operator X might be the best, while in state B, operator Y might be the best and operator X might actually be considered as a bad service provider. It’s also quite common for people to use more than one SIM card and SIM cards are pretty cheap anyway. So your best bet is to get a universal 3G data card dongle, that lets you put in your own SIM card and choose your network operator of choice! They aren’t too expensive either, so here are the top 5 universal 3G data card dongles:
Do read our updated article, featuring high speed universal 3G dongles: Top 5 High Speed Universal 3G Data Card Dongles for 2014
Alcatel One Touch X220
Alcatel is one of the oldest and most respected companies in the field of communications. Although not well known in India, it remains popular worldwide and is now called Alcatel-Lucent. Their 3G universal data card dongle series called One Touch features a lot of products, but the One Touch X220 is probably the best balance of features and price. The One Touch X220 supports download speeds upto 7.2 Mbps HSDPA, upload speeds of 5.76 Mbps HSUPA, incoming and outgoing calls and features expandable memory support upto 16 GB. As promised, all SIM cards are supported as well. It is available for Rs. 1600.
Micromax MMX 353G
Our very own desi Micromax, well known for it’s budget phones jump into the fray with the MMX 353G. It also supports download speeds of upto 7.2 Mbps HSDPA, upload speeds of 5.76 Mbps HSUPA, incoming and outgoing calls and expandable memory upto 16 GB. The installation is quick and easy and call quality is pretty good too. It also includes a Google Chrome installation on it. Balance can be checked directly and text messages (SMS) are viewable directly as well. The MMX 353G is slightly pricier compared to the competition at Rs. 1850.
Beetel MF190
Although branded as Beetel, the MF190 is actually a ZTE device. Like its rivals, it also supports upto 7.2 Mbps HSDPA download and 5.76 Mbps HSUPA upload rates, incoming/outgoing calls and SMS. But the MF190 supports upto 32 GB expandable memory. Unfortunately though, the software is slightly tacky and it doesn’t support balance checking directly either. The good part is that it takes very less time to recognize networks upon SIM change and is generally quite fast. The Beetel (Or ZTE!) MF190 is available for Rs. 1800.
Huawei E303C HiLink
Huawei is the second largest communication equipment manufacturer in the world (after Ericsson). This experience is quite visible in the great E303C HiLink 3G data card dongle. It supports upto 7.2 Mbps download speeds, upto 5.76 Mbps upload speeds, text messaging, inbuilt balance checking and upto 32 GB expandable memory. What sets it apart from the competition, however, is the claim of plug n’ surf in 15 seconds. There’s no installation, dialing or any cumbersome processes before you can access the internet. The user interface is also pretty good looking but there’s no calling facility. It is available for Rs. 1900.
Note: The Huawei E303C (Non HiLink) comes with calling facility and costs Rs. 1650.
Lava 730G
Last but not the least is the Lava 730G. It’s the most affordable and feature loaded of the bunch. It has almost all features as the competition like upto 7.2 Mbps HSDPA download speeds, upto 5.76 Mbps HSUPA upload speeds, incoming/outgoing calls, text messaging, inbuilt balance checking and of course, expandable memory support upto 32 GB. It doesn’t hurt that the finish and build is pretty sweet too! You can grab the Lava 730G for just Rs. 1600.
High End Universal 3G Data Card Dongles with Wi-Fi:
The 5 universal 3G data card dongles mentioned above are quite affordable but they provide internet access to just a single device. There are also more dongles that can actually be used as portable Wi-Fi routers. They basically have all features as the above dongles, but also include LED displays that give you complete information like number of devices connected, upload/download rate, battery status, call status and network. Both the devices mentioned below support upto 5 computers connected simultaneously.
Huawei E560 – Rs. 4500
Alcatel One Touch 3G Wi-Fi Y280 – Rs. 4235
Please leave us your comments below and stay tuned for more info.
About The Author
Rahul Gondane
Rahul Gondane is a technophile and gamer, who has been obsessed with everything tech ever since he started dabbling in it in early 2000. He also enjoys reading books, listening to music and watching movies. Rahul is the Chief Operating Officer of Pyrite Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Nice update mate, muchas gracias! :> 😎 😀 😡
You’re welcome!
Micromax MMX 353G(chrome) having many problem in hardware and is not success in market. I recommend do not purchase it.
A week back one of my friends bought a Vodafone #G data card dongle for Rs.1200 for which he got an offer of 2GB free download limit. But the net speed is not that much pretty.
Hi…I’ve surfed on the net to purchase Huawei E303C HiLink…But i did not find anywhere in chennai…pls somebody help..
You can get it online through Flipkart, free delivery too!
Hi,
I am looking for Universal 3G dongle. Could someone suggest me the best one?
Thanks!!
Anyone of the above mentioned ones are great, but I recommend the Huawei E303 HiLink or Lava 730G.
But in Huawei E303 HiLink it does not support voice calls, the feature is available in Huawei E303C and it has got good reputation..Orderd one in flipkart!!!
Hey folks. Really great info here but I just came out of a TATA office in Hyderabad and they confirmed that I cannot get my own dongle. They asked me to go with one that they provide.
Can anybody confirm how to get a SIM for web browsing while purchasing a 3rd party dongle?
Any normal SIM used in mobile phones can be inserted and used in third party dongles mentioned above. All you need is a data pack, so you need to activate a 2G/3G internet pack depending on your SIM. Could you please clarify what you mean by “cannot get my own dongle”? What exactly did Tata representatives tell you?
I wanted Photon+ type of access and said that I wanted to buy my own Huwaei device because the device they offer is not 3G and I wanted it to flexible in case I decide to turn to Airtel 3G.
In Hydbad, looks like only Airtel / Idea have 3G and not others – hence the anamoly.
Simply buy any one of the above dongles, buy a SIM and activate 3G and an internet pack, insert the SIM in the dongle and you’re good to go! Provided, of course you’re in an area with 3G signals.
Thanks Rahul. Would the Huawei E303C be good for voice calls as well? I make a lot of calls internation from my laptop which has CISCO IP communicator (Skype type service) for corporates. You think 3g would be a good option rather than broadband because I do not have much options where I live. Reliance wimax has gone down really bad in the last 2 months.
Yes, the Huawei E303C is good for voice calls as well. Take care not to buy the HiLink version, it doesn’t support calling. I suggest you try to get broadband if your area doesn’t have proper 3G signals. Either way, I would not recommend 3G dongles for extended home usage because of the high charges compared to a fixed line broadband.
working on computer with 2g speed. Will the 2g net pack work in these? ???
Yes, it will work.
i have micromax tab (fun book), no call /sms ,its compatible with tata photon only , can i use other dongle , or any multi sim dongle like lawa or any other..
You can use most dongles by simply changing the APN on the tablet.
Thanx Rahul for your useful info, i was searching for universal dongle and now planning to go for Micromax 3G.
You’re welcome Sujit! Let me know if there’s anything you need.
sir m using micromax 353g with vodafone 2g n 3g network is not available here sir please tell me how to increase net speed
Activate 3G on your SIM and you will be able to get 3G speeds only in main cities where there’s proper 3G networks.
I Like To buy -Alcatel One Touch X220- But In Flickpart review ,Many customers are complaining that it’s getting heated up during usage.So i am confused.
Please Guide me.
Not all reviews say that it overheats, in fact some praise it for not overheating. Any and every device might encounter problems. If you’re still not sure, choose an alternative.
i hav purchased MTS lately and totally irritated by its speed , they promised me 3.1 mbps but it doesn’t evrn go upto 500 kbps .. i wanted to ask u that changing dis mts device with d one’s mentioned above , will dis mts sim work ? 🙁
If you have a separate SIM, yes, any SIM will work with the above devices.
gd mng sir
I want to by 3g unlock dongle.But i cont decide who is best for me .my job is transferable around India.Micromax, Lava,Iball,Huewie .Pls give me best sugetion
You can go for any one of the above, I recommend Lava 730G or Huawei E303C.
hello sir
what will be the best universal 3g data card to for nigeria internet users. we have providers like airtel,mtn,globacom and etisalat. thanx
i want buy orange data card it supports alll voice calls and video calls
What about the Huawei E355s-1 Wifi dongle? Want to specifically know if it
is compatible with BSNL 2G and 3G. Please oblige if you can help.
It’s a good dongle, yes it is compatible with those networks.
sir..i am having reliance 3G datacard…model no.-ZTE MF 190…so basically i am not having reliance 3G coverage in the region of my use…so i want to unlock my locked reliance 3G datacard…
so plz let me knw tht after unlocking once will it be ready to be used with any service provider…??
or i hv to unlock it again when i change my service provider….n also the brief steps to unlock it…like can it be done from DC-unlocker…or any other website..
plzz kindly reply soon…thanq…really nycc post…!!
i want purchases new data dongle,so which one is best??
Get the Huawei or Lava dongle.
Where can I get universal dongle in Vadodara.
We’re not sure since we aren’t in Vadodara, your best bet is to order one online.
Hi, i liked to buy micro max MMX 353G.
Tell a trusted online website.
Flipkart is a good place to buy from.
I have been using for last one year. But I never know it is a universal data dongles. Thanks for sharing.
sir..i am having reliance 3G datacard…model no.-ZTE MF 190…so basically i am not having reliance 3G coverage in the region of my use…so i want to unlock my locked reliance 3G datacard…
so plz let me knw tht after unlocking once will it be ready to be used with any service provider…??
or i hv to unlock it again when i change my service provider….n also the brief steps to unlock it…like can it be done from DC-unlocker…or any other website..
plzz kindly reply soon…thanq…really nycc post…!!
I recommend you don’t unlock a service providers data card. And no, you don’t have to unlock again if you change.
Is it possible to use a 3g dongle or 3G Data Card Dongles with tablet(has a feature of wi fi only ) to get internet access. if yes, how can we do it.
if we use 3G Data Card Dongles with Wi-Fi: to create wifi hotspot will service provider charges us more?
Yes, if your tablet supports connection of dongles you can connect to the internet. How to do it depends on the tablet and OS version, which tablet do you have? And creating a hotspot with the mentioned dongle is not chargeable extra. The only way the service provider charges you more is if you exceed the data pack. Multiple devices connected to the same internet will obviously burn more data, so be wary of your data cap, if you have any. But the actual setting up as a hotspot is not chargeable.
call function is not working in newly purchased reliance (zte) mf190 dongle when operated with beetle dashboard….any help, whats VoUSB driver thing ?
Try updating your drivers, firmware and check if your input devices are working correctly.
How can i use vodafone sim in Reliance 3G Dongle, model – Mf190 or any other sim?
If there’s a SIM slot you can access and if you unlock it, maybe yes.
I am planning to buy a tablet with 3g support. Should i buy one with a sim card based 3g support or with usb dongle support? Which offers better speed?
I
have an unlocked zte mf192 (21.1mbps type), I cant seem to find its
generic dashboard anywhere. The one it came with is very limited in
features. Where can I get its generic dashboard with ussd commander?
Try the ZTE website or look for a custom one.
I have the zte mf192 (21.6mbps type) and its operator’s dashboard doesn’t support calls and USSD commands, where can I find the manufacturer’s dashboard with these features?
Hi,
I have MTS (CDMA) Data card, the Speed and signal are very worst in AP where i am staying, can you please reply any one
is it possible to unlock MTS Data card not?
and in Hyderabad where i can unlock it.
i have Vodafone 3G Datacard K3570Z i m using voda 3g sim. can i use other sim specially cdma sim on this dongle for internet access.like reliance, tata for broadband + service
do i hav to unlock this data card .
You have to unlock it before doing so, which is against company policy since you’re using a company branded dongle.
Hi Rahul, thank you for the article & the tips / answers to queries.
I have internet on my mobile, courtesy my service provider. I find that if connect the laptop to the mobile, to access the net, I get slow to medium speeds ( not very great ). I wanted to know whether by putting the sim in a universal dongle, and using on laptop, will i get faster speeds than thru the mobile ??
Yes, the dongle would be faster, but only if your SIM is 3G enabled. So make sure to turn on 3G from your service provider.
Hi, i want to know how to activate mts dongle, doing FRC , when buyed on filpkart
Please can you give me the detailed procedure
You’ll need to speak to MTS customer care for that.
Sir, i m using LAVA 730G data card. though the device is showing message and call support options , no action takes place when clicked. i tried with headphones connected/ removed both cases. what could be the possible reason. ? should i need to upgrade my DC software.?.. plz advice..
Yes, try updating your software from the official site.
Hi Rahul,
I am looking for buy an universal 3G dongle. Could you suggest me the best one?
Thanks a lot!!
Go for the Huawei or Lava ones from the list!
when insert Alcatel datacard x230s into my funbook it hangs after few minutes. the screen was totally freezed…. what can i do….
Have you tried the process to connect it from the Micromax website?
I have an airtel 3g data card.
How to use any 2G or 3G sim in airtel dongle ?
You cannot, it’s locked to Airtel.
use dc unlocker software to unlock it. google DC Unlocker… but its somewhat risky for a novice. regards.
i have LAVA 730G Data card… it works with any sim
i choose lava over huwawei e303c cause i hate buying a white modem… is it ok??
Both are good dongles, color doesn’t really matter.
i recently buy a micromax 353g dongle and using it with vodafone i am using it with 2g plan but speed is very low only 4.6kbps(max.) .what should i do plzzz give some usefull sugestions,,,,,,,plz
2G peak transfer speeds are in the range of 115 Kbps, that too in perfect conditions. For a better browsing experience I suggest you upgrade your plan to 3G.
But you can only use data packs meant for mobiles on universal dongles, right? if that’s true there’s not much advantage in buying a dongle. You could just hook up your mobile. OTOH if sims in unlocked dongles can be recharged with cheaper dongle-only packs, everyone should have a universal dongle!
hai bro…
i am from andhrapradesh
i am new 4 this tricks i have airtel sim & others also and i dont know how to use this tricks can you tell me step by step with screen shoots and is it work in any mobile & any USB Stick (dongle)??
What tricks do you mean?
how to unlock airtel 3G dongle (huawei E1731)… pls give the brief step by step with screen shoots want to use bsnl sim…. thank you in advance……. the site is look coooool……..
You can download the unlocking software which is pretty simple to use, but we don’t recommend unlocking operator locked dongles, better get a universal one.
how can i unlock my dongle (huawei 3g)to make universal?
You can find software online for the same, although it’s not recommended for operator locked dongles.
Hi,i would like to buy a dongle
which is the best available and can i use BSNL sim????
Dear, I have Beetel MF 190 data card, i bought on 13.07.2012 up to date its worked but now it is not detecting the sim card, why it is happaening i dont know, even i changed the sim card also it is not detecting, pls can u help me out pls.
thanks / aruna
Please reply am waiting
Still waiting
Jacob, you can get any one, all are great!
Which is better huawei or micromax or alcatel
micromax MMX 353G is better for Internet all 2G/3G use for high speed net
Hey the unlocked/universal dongles work only on mobile specific recharges, right?
Is there any way to recharge Sim in universal dongle with cheaper dongle-only pack?
Hi,
can you please let me know what kind of Sim’s are required to use in these dongle’s are they any kind of specific Sim’s or regular sim which we use for Mobile will works
Completely regular SIM’s that you use in mobile phones.
Can i use 2G sim in it ? Plz tell me.
Yes you can use any normal mobile SIM.
HOW TO RECHARGE WHILE USING HUWEI E303C DATA CARD? TO RECHARGE I HAVE TO REMOVE THE SIM FROM DATA CARD AND PUT IT INTO THE MOBILE. PLEASE HELP ME
You can use the inbuilt UI to dial the appropriate number and recharge.
I need to know if the Alcatel One Touch 3G Wifi Y280 Datacard is worth buying. I have searched for reviews for this product all over the internet. Sadly, I cannot find any commendable reviews. I am concerned mainly about its battery life. Any idea?
Alcatel is a very reputed company, so you don’t have to worry about quality. As for battery life, it lasts for around 4 hours.
Thanks for the information, it is of great help. 🙂
You’re welcome Harsha!
I want to purchase Micromax MMX 353G for BSNL 3G SIM. It is good decision for me?
Yes, go for it.
How about i Ball or D-Link usb Modems?
Those are modems or routers, completely different from dongles or data cards. What is your question?
I have an alcatel lucent OT208X cellphone w/ a kolbi SIM card used in Costa Rica while vacationing. What if any SIM card can I use (compatible) in the US. And are they only dictated by the carrier and service provider (minutes) for the kind of card that’s necessary(fit) in the phone??
Hello,
I just confused with Micromax mmx 353g and Huqwei e3o3c …which is better and stable on?? pls suggest ..
thanks in advance.
Go for the Huawei.
hi,
i work in merchant navy and roam around all over the world while on ship, can u pls suggest which kind of unversal usb modem will suit my needs, i mean on both type of networks GSM and CDMA. which i could use in different countries.
thanx.
Go for the Huawei, better support around the world.
Hi,
As i will be travelling a lot in trains in our India as i have to be connected to internet at any time so wht u will suggest me…
Go for the Huawei, but keep in mind that signals depend on the SIM network, the dongle it just a facilitator.
Hi Rahul,,
you are doing a great job with ur active responces for uer queries.. Thanks & appreciated for that.
I am looking for a 3G data card dongle & as i see here you have recomended Huawei in most cases. But Huawei says there is no calling facility. do you think is really woth to buy without calling facility when other vendors do give the same feature for similar price.
Kindly reply .. many thanks
Well not everyone needs calling, and Huawei’s dongles are reliable and almost always supported by all devices. Plus, you can get support for it pretty much anywhere around the world.
hi i like micromax mmx353G it will support 3g? and calling option? where this data cards available am in salem where am going to buy? can you help me in salem also same prize are diffrent?
Yes it supports calling and 3G. As for the buying in Salem I’m afraid I cannot help you, you can order one at Flipkart instead.
I want to use a dongle in “Micromax Funbook Pro”. Which one would you suggest: Micromax 353g or Huawei E303C..???
Any of those are good, but you might be better off with the Micromax for compatibility.
i want usb 3.0 3G net dongal sir pl help me and
i want usb 3.0 to micro usb cable for nokia phones
There aren’t any USB 3.0 dongles at the moment, and what do you need that cable for, won’t the usual do?
Is it ok that i have taken iball dongle…
Are there any Windows 8 compatible 3G-WiFi Datacards available in the market?
otherwise is there any way I can avail compatibility for W8?
All of the dongles mentioned above work with Windows 8 as well.
Which of the following is the best 3g usb dongle?
1.Huawei E303C
2.Micromax MMX353G
3.Lava 730G
I would say Micromax 🙂
Please inform me.still waiting
which is best 21mbps universal Data Card?
Go with Idea or Airtel! 🙂
I recommend the Huawei E3131B:
http://www.flipkart.com/huawei-e3131b-data-card/p/itmdfvfpkevfzwtb?pid=DATDFVESYBRESUEP&ref=1a16480e-1aa1-44ff-a0a2-4f766c6947b0&srno=t_5&otracker=from-search&query=dongle
I have heard that micromaxMMX353G dongle is not working on windows8. Although satish sir has told me to go with micromax. So please help me in choosing the best 3g dongle from the following modems :-
1. Huawei E303C
2.Lava 730g
As far as I know, Windows 8 has no problems with compatibility. you can go with any one of them, depending on whether you want calling or not.
I want calling facility. So please suggest me
Then go for Lava 730G.
Is lava 730G IS BETTER THAN HUAWEI E303C AND MICROMAX MMX353G DONGLE?
All of them are good, choose any one. The descriptions in the article have more details.
WOULD LIKE TO BUY A DATA CARD BUT GETTING CONFUSED BY THE LOTS OF offeres by service providers. can u suggest me to whether i should go for universal DC or provided by company?
I will be using the services of MTNL 3g in delhi & they r providing some Teraacom devise dat supports 3.1mbps. So which 1 should i buy ? plz comment??????
I suggest you get a universal one so that you have the flexibility to choose your network.
I want to know that which 3g dongle will work better on windows 8 without having any problem ? I want calling facility also with USSD AND Rx diversity.(7.2mbps dongle).SO PLEASE Suggest me one.
All of the above dongles will work just fine.
So, i have decided to go for huawei E303C. Is it right choice? Otherwise suggest me another.
Yep, good choice, but keep in mind there’s no calling facility.
For your kind information Huawei E303 hi-link doesnot support calling facility but E303C supports calling facility.
Ah yes, my mistake, I read it wrong. Go for it, it’s a good dongle.
I want to know that will huawei E3131B WORK ON WINDOWS8? Will it available in local market?
Yes, it works and you’ll be able to find it in the market as well, but if you’re getting on Flipkart I recommend you buy it from there.
sir,
I am having ipod touch 4g and dell xps laptop, sir i want to purchase a data-card that allows me to connect both the device and as you know ipod touch would require wifi connection also i need a type of datacard that i can use whenever i go means with some battery back up, so is there any datacard suitable for my requirements?
there is no limit of price you can suggest me datacard of anyprice, but i need best and with superfast speed supported.
I know exactly what you want, go for this:
http://www.flipkart.com/huawei-e355-wifi-dongle-data-card/p/itmdbk2mgsfrasat?pid=DATDBK2DGB6XHKNT&ref=d563a642-4bc0-4389-b55f-2cc0106dcb22
Sir,
Is there any dongle which runs on Window 8
Please suggest
Thanks
Sunil Kumar Mishra
Any dongle compatible with Windows 7 will run on Windows 8 as well.
tell me the best universal dongle
Go for the Lava 730G or Huawei E303C.
Is Beetle Dongle Good? & suggest me the Best Dongle.
It’s good I suppose, but wouldn’t recommend it.
Then Plz. Suggest a Good Dongle which support all types of Sims and which supports both 2G/3G…
Go for the Huawei E303C.
how to convert Huawei E303C usb dongle as wifi dongle
You can’t convert it into a WiFi dongle, but you can connect it to your laptop and use your laptop as a hotspot.
i heard that Huawei E303C Datacard (Use as Wifi Card ) explain it in detail
Look, when you connect that to your laptop, you can access the internet. Then you can use that laptops as a WiFi hotspot for your other devices.
The Huawei E3131 has a feature called soft Wi-Fi. Essentially, once you connect your laptop or Wi-Fi enabled desktop using this card (on USB), its software has a feature that allows you to utilize your laptop’s or desktop’s Wi-Fi adapter as an access point. for other Wi-Fi enabled devices. It is something like a ‘software’ version of a 3G router, allowing the laptop or desktop to be used as a router. The other good thing about this card is that it supports a 21.6 Mbps speed as opposed to the 7.2 Mbps offered by others. The card is worth Rs. 2,250/-.
There is a third party software option available called Connectify.Me which allows one to do the same thing as the E3131 as regards using a laptop or desktop as a hotspot – but with any data card, or any kind of Internet connection except W-Fi (since the adapter cannot be the access cum relay point simultaneously). A single-user, lifetime license costs around Rs. 3,600 and bundles an ability to combine multiple Internet connections and re-distribute the combined bandwidth over the hotspot (viz. a LAN connection + a USB dongle connection, redistributed over the hotspot).
Indeed, but he was asking about the E303C, which is also cheaper. If he wants to spend more and get a WiFi hotspot enabled dongle, he can go for that one.
ThAnX ßrØ @Rahul…..:-)
Hi Rahul,
Can you suggest one which support all the OSes like Windows, Linux, Mac n Android
Thanks,
Darshan
Pretty much all of them support all Windows, Linux is possible too, not sure about Mac.
Simply superb…easily understandable…thank u for your information.
Hi Rahul
I read in some reviews about Alcatel One Touch X220 that it heats up too much and performs bad because of that. Can you please confirm if this is true? Also i would like to know if this device will support Aircel 3G sim.
Thanks
Sekar
These incidents seem to be isolated, many say they have no problems. Yes Aircel 3G SIM is supported.
Hi Rahul
Thank you very much for your response. There is one more doubt which I would like you to clarify if possible. I have Tata Docomo Photon Plus data card (HUAWEI Mobile Broadband, Model EC156). I am no longer using Docomo services. I would like to know if I can unlock this data card and use SIM card of other service providers (prepaid data plans) such as Reliance.
Thanks
Sekar
Yes you can, but I recommend you just get a universal dongle of your own.
Thanks Rahul
Regards
Sekar
Hi Rahul..
Bro what about Micromax Dongle & D-Link Dongle? Which 1 would u recommend it for me…?
Both are good choices mate.
Ya bt which 1 u strongly recommend to Me…plz…
And does this both Dongles supports 2G as well as 3G…?
Yes it does, go for D-Link then.
I have an Archos 101 g9 tablet . What dongles can i use that will work on the tablet. I do not have the archos 3g stick dongle.
As far as I know, most modern Huawei, ZTE and D-Link dongles should work just fine.
Hi Rahul,
Hey buddy Huawei or D-Link Dongle is nt available in our area…
So do u suggest me to go for Micromax Dongle…?
Yep, they’re good too. Keep in mind not all have calling facility.
Which is the best Huawei model, Huawei E303c or Huawei E303 Hilink?
HiLink doesn’t have calling, the other one does.
i think micromax Dongle is best data card in all
i am using that.can you explain what do you mean
by calling card facility
thanks
Some dongles allow you to make and receive calls, that’s what I mean.
Hi Rahul,
Please suggest a Huawei datacard, which gives fast and high speed, no disconnect problem, and supports all sims.
Go for this one: http://www.flipkart.com/huawei-e3131b-data-card/p/itmdfvfpkevfzwtb?pid=DATDFVESYBRESUEP&ref=35535a99-472a-4cc2-afd5-71ce2b0c37c3&srno=m_2_4&otracker=from-search&query=huawei
Hi rahul, i wanted to buy airtel 4g mobile dongle bcoz. i need high spped like 21.6 mbps. but in my area coverage is not available but half k.m far from my area coverage is available.i am disappointed and using huawei e303c but is it possible that being unlok or install or creck this dongle or any other way that i can get that 3g airtel speed which is rit now upto 7.2 only,i can get upto 21.6?????
2-my second ques is that Huawei E3131B Data Card dongle i can use any 3 g sim which is i am using in my area and with tha help of this particular dongle i can get 21.2 or more speed?????is i can use any company’s connection??? like vodafone/reliance/idea etc…..plz. help me 8820649060,vikash kumar jaiswal.
First of all, if there is no network, nothing can get you that speed. 21 Mbps speed is only possible if the network supports it and as far as I know there are very few. E3131B is capable of 21 Mbps, but again, only if network supports it.
Sorry i forgot to mention that i am using airtel 3g and the network is soooo good. I m in calcutta which is a metro city but in my area 4g coverage is not available but only 500 mtr. Far it’s available so i quistion is second one that any how with only 21.6 mbps dong support can improov my 3g’s speed from 5.30 aprox to 1 or 2,3,4, mbps more speed,using the same 3g connection being purchase tha dongle 21.6 mbps support????
http://www.thinkdigit.com/forum/reviews/167633-huawei-e3131b-data-card-review.html Rahul chk this link and also the comparison between micromax 310g and e3131b and the result to mumbai’s server…..why it’s happen????????Open the link and go down side aftr compairing box….
Network is hardly ever constant, he must have taken it at a time it wasn’t at its best. If you have a connection of 5.4 Mbps, and one dongle of 21 Mbps and one dongle of 7.2 Mbps, you’re going to get the same speed on both, period.
i am bsnl 3g user using as bsnl data card (teracom).
there is one issue of bsnl 3g data card (teracom), problem is that every 1 hour of connection that download speed get 0 and then will not able to open a single web page..and again we have to disconnect the net and connect it to get the speed .
how can i solve my problem
This is unusual, try updating all drivers and software first. If it still persists, contact BSNL customer support.
I am not getting any incoming calls when my sim card is in the dongle connected with the PC. Can I make calls even though the sim card is in the dongle connected with the PC? My dongle or the data is of Vodafone.
If I’m not wrong the Vodafone dongle doesn’t support calling.
My friends are saying that it is ringing when they call me but I am not notified about the calls!!!!!!!!!!!
That’s because your dongle doesn’t have the ability to receive calls.
It might be but not sure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Anyway thanks for your valuable response!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Regards!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Could you please give me some solution so that I can receive and make the calls while using the sim card in the dongle itself? Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
No, if it’s not supported by the hardware you can’t do anything.
When I click on my Vodafone dongle item to be ejected, the pop up window “Safe to Remove Hardware” does not come, so forcefully I need to detach my Vodafone dongle from the system every time!!!!!!!!!Please provide me with the solution!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!Regards!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is probably a problem with your OS, which one do you use?
I am using Windows 7 ultimate right now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!When I was using Windows XP , the pop up window “Safe to Remove Hardware” used to come!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Go to the registry editor, navigate to the following key and change the value to 2.
HKEY_CURRENT_USER >> Software >> Microsoft >> Windows >> Current Version >> Explorer >> Advanced >> EnableBalloonTips.
But still it is not working!!!!!!!!!I have gone to the registry editor>>HKEY_CURRENT_USER >> Software >> Microsoft >> Windows >> Current Version >> Explorer >> Advanced >>then I created the new name “EnableBalloonTips” under Advanced and after that double clicked on “EnableBalloonTips” and I changed the “value data” as 2. Then I tried to click on “Eject CD drive (E:) VMB lite 10.2.200.32025” but I did not get the pop up window “Safe To Remove Hardware”!!!!!!!!!!!!!
So do you see the icon at least?
i by mistaken bought micromax353g dongle but i have a bsnl cdma sim…and its not supporting…what kind of simcards does this dongle support?
No, it supports only GSM SIM cards.
The icon everything was there before also but my problem was (and now also) that when I clicked (or click ) on “Eject CD drive (E:) VMB lite 10.2.200.32025″ , I did not get the pop up window “Safe To Remove Hardware”!!!!!!!!!!!!!So, every time I need to detach my dongle from the system without getting the option “Safe To Remove Hardware”!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I want to buy the best dungal for my pc,presently i am using tata photon whz but the speed is very slow,from last one week i am using my frds dungal of beetel using reliance sim,but i want to buy the best and also from where i wll get online plz do suggest me.
Get anyone of the above from Flipkart.
I am sorry, I have posted the comment in the different box!!!!!!!!!!!! I am sending it once again!!!!!!!!!!The icon everything was there before also but my problem was (and now also) that when I clicked (or click ) on “Eject CD drive (E:) VMB lite 10.2.200.32025″ , I did not get the pop up window “Safe To Remove Hardware”!!!!!!!!!!!!!So, every time I need to detach my dongle from the system without getting the option “Safe To Remove Hardware”!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Try doing this:
1.Go to Start -> Run
2. Type “services.msc” and press ENTER
3. Scroll to Bluetooth Support Service, right click is and click Start.
4. Set it to start automatically, as well as any Bluetooth services.
5. Restart your PC and try again.
Can it work on win 8?????
Yes it will Ketan.
Hi Rahul, I had an MTS Internet connection which was purchased 2 years back, now MTS have quit their services and hence I am searching for a good internet service provider or I may go for an universal dongle. Please suggest what brand would be good to purchase, also I stay in Parwati area and i have good network coverage of Airtel so I may go for the Airtel Internet connection. Please help
Rashmi
Sure, go for a Huawei E303C or Lava 730G.
Hi Rahul,
Can you please suggest the best dongle among these OR preference sequence.
Regards,
Atul Joshi
Hello Atul, I suggest you get the Huawei E303C or Lava 730G.
Hi, I have bought Lava 730G but unfortunately it is not working in my computer. I am using Windows 8. Even when I insert the dongle in the USB port then no any response is shown by the computer. No signal. But in Laptop it works well. Sometimes it works in my computer suddenly but when again I want to use then it doesn’t any response. Please help me. My USB port is not able to find any response when I insert my dongle.
Does this happen in all ports?
Hi, i have heared that huawei e303c has some heating issue and sometimes it not detects 3g mode. Is it true? Or should i go with lava 730g?
Not really, you can go with either.
Thanx…
please tell
should i buy zappor 3g dongle
Not sure what you mean, can you link it?
hi, i am confuse to purchage nokia 17 3g or micromax mmx353 3g dounge, which one is best doungle for brousing or downloading .plz reply me
Go for the Nokia.
Can i dial numbers like *123# to know remaining balance and data using huawei e303c?
Yes you can!
There r two datacard on flipkart- lava 730g (white) and lava 730g+ (black). Whats the difference between them and which one u recommend to buy?
Go for Plus, as far as I know it’s just a little color difference.
Iwant use universal doggle on micromax funbook pro P500 is it possible give solution.
can lava 730g used in switzerland on all networks? can it be used for 2g network also?
Yes it can mate.
Hey Mate @Rahul is D-Link Dongle Gud & does it hav Calling facility & can I go for it..??
Which model are you looking at?
Any Model & pLz Suggest me any Gud Model in around 1500-2000…
Hi Rahul,
Does Tata Docomo sim can be used in Huawei dongle?
Yes it can mate.
how can i get d acatel am in nigeria
Hi Rahul,
I am using a Huawei 303 universal dongle with RELIANCE 3G sim card. It’s prepaid for 1 GB data. The dongle doesn’t have any specific usage checking facility.
How could I know the balance/usage of my net balance? Please help me out.
Rgds…Santanu
There should be an option to dial a number, enter your appropriate balance checking code for Reliance there and you can see your balance.
I have a 3G data card with dongle from Vodafone but it do not work with DWR 131 pocket router from d link. Can universal dongle solve this problem.
It might, what problem do you face?
i have a beetel mf190 dongle but it downloads very slow
It’s probably your network, are you sure you’re on 3G and there’s proper signal strength?
are those modems are workıng in all countries around the world ?
Yep, they are.
i mean are they compatible with any simcard?
Hi,
Can you please suggest me a good 3G dongle for vodafone 3G which has incoming/outgoing voice call support?
Go for the Micromax or Lava one.
Hi Rahul are you working with Huawei ?
No, why?
Good list but I have even cheaper than Rs. 1400, 14 Mbps data card.
Which of the following is a good USB dongle?
1. Huawei E303U
2. Huawei E3121
3. Micromax MMX377G
I’d say get the Huawei E3121.
Thanks Rahul
Anytime bro!
can i use micromax funbook tab ,we all know micromax funbook only supports Tata Docomo .so can i use Huawei E3121 OR Micromax MMX USB dongle ,insert Tata3g sim and use Micromax funbook?
Which is the better one: alcatel or huawei?
I’d say Huawei, better support too. Get this one though, it’s newer:
http://www.flipkart.com/huawei-e3121-3g-data-card/p/itmdknnxdx9jqyzn?pid=DATDKNNXS5AREXJX&otracker=from-search&srno=t_1&query=huawei&ref=335a4d16-3d38-4401-bde5-9bcb4674b788
My have swipe 3d life plus tablet and hp sleekbook and i want a dongle which support all sim and tab and sleekbook
Pretty much any dongle with work on your laptop, for your tablet you might have to check the official site for support.
which one will you suggest huawei E303C or E3121?
plz reply fast
The E3121.
A little belated reply, anyway thanks Rahul
You’re welcome, and apologies for the late reply.
which data huawi data card is good model
Get this:
http://www.flipkart.com/huawei-e3531s-1-data-card/p/itmds7kwzn3eqf46?pid=DATDS7KUW9AVURVU&otracker=from-search&srno=t_1&query=dongle&ref=2db0019f-62c6-4cbd-af39-81251b4cbcf1
I am looking for dingle having SIM slot for Internet and also give me wifi for 5 devices please help me with 5 options of low price I ball ,Huawei, micromax,Dlink and one from your side with model number and app price
thanks for the help
What’s your budget?
I intend going in for universal ,dongle which can be used inUSA. At present I have apple lap
Top iPad and intel lap top. Presently my plan Togo in with BSNL. Can you suggest make
And dea,ers at Coimbatore
B,Srinivasan
BSNL doesn’t make universal dongles, you’ll need to get one either online or from your local computer market.
Hey Rahul, can you help me out with my options for data card/ data card with wifi. Currently, I am using MTS pre-paid connection and the sim that I am using for connectivity is most probably a CDMA no. But now, I need another data card and I want to use the same connection. Please suggest me some variant in universal data card/ data card with wifi which is not very expensive.
Hey Parul, get this one:
http://goo.gl/yzRxy5
thanks rahul but iwant below 1000
Here, get this:
http://goo.gl/ZSxPYW
i buy huawei e173 modem but whenever im insert any simcard the modem cant show the range so therefore they cant work so plz suggest the answer?
You mean you don’t see any network signals?
Hi I want a dongle which can support all sims and have best upload download capablities.. no budget limits pls suggest.
If you really have no budget limit, get this:
http://goo.gl/vXr1Z4
I generally stay out of India can u suggest me any that works world wide
They pretty much all work worldwide.
does d speed of net surfing depends upon the sim we using or the dongle? n can u personly recomd a dongle?
It mostly depends on the network, get one of these:
http://www.coolpctips.com/2014/07/top-5-high-speed-universal-3g-data-card-dongles-2014/
idea netsetter dongle net connecting disconnecting signal problems sir senddate coming recivieddate not coming problem options or settings please sir
How’s the network around your area?
Hi Rahul..i works on ship so i need to travel different contries everytime. Can u suggest me the best 3G dongles below Rs.2000 with good signal strengh. Keeping in mind that some places need triband eligiable set. Thanks & Regards…
Hello,
Check out our new article, choose one from them!
http://www.coolpctips.com/2014/07/top-5-high-speed-universal-3g-data-card-dongles-2014/
I have Vodafone prepaid 3g sim for my Samsung 7″ Pt-3100 tablet. When I need Internet I get a data plan from Vodafone for a specific number of days by requesting thru sms to Vodafone. Can I then use this sim with my Huawei E3531 USB wifi dongle in my laptop or any usb port to get wifi internet in my laptop and mobile phones? Is there any specific data only sim or any 3g sim with a data plan could be used? Kindly clarify. Would appreciate an email reply.
Hello,
All SIMS are pretty much the same, there’s no separate SIM. You can use any SIM in a universal dongle.
Hi Rahul Pl. tell difference of Non Hi Link & Hi Link (Huawei E303C ) Non Hi Link is cheaper and providing calling facility so is it not better option than Hi link without calling facility.
Pl. clarify per return mail. Thanks – Vishnu Pachisia
Hi-Link is basically plug-n-play and has a different UI. If you want the calling option, go for the other one.
Which is good to buy?
Universal sim data card or normal airtel/docomo/reliance/others?
Does the speed differ? What about the cost of data packs vs recharging modem!?
Please reply.
Universal is better, more flexibility and the speeds are the same. Costs are also pretty much the same.
Wheather i will have to set the dialling to isp, for indivitual isps or dongle software will do?
Once the SIM is inserted, it will auto-configure.
can dongle sims be used in mobiles or do they lock the mobiles as dongles to the sim?
Usually you won’t be able to remove the dongles in the first place, but they’re pretty much the same.
sir please tell me that which dongle is useful in Xuzhou city china
reply on email
You can go for any one from these:
http://www.coolpctips.com/2014/07/top-5-high-speed-universal-3g-data-card-dongles-2014/
I want to know that which dongle will suit best to serve following facilities:-
1. Dongle should transmit WiFisignals
2. Dongle should be used with any companies SIM card
3. If I want to connect that dongle with a router to share its data over wired network in my office
Go for any one of these, they do what you need:
http://www.coolpctips.com/2014/07/top-5-high-speed-universal-3g-data-card-dongles-2014/
Hello Rahul…!! Which is the best universaluniversal dongle who support both 2g n 3g ?
Hello, go for one of these:
http://www.coolpctips.com/2014/07/top-5-high-speed-universal-3g-data-card-dongles-2014/
Hello,
I bought MTS WiFi dongle 2 months ago. In beginning it was good in speed as company say approx 9.2mbps. but with the paas of time it was too slow. Does every dongle has same problem in speed??
No, it probably has to do with their poor network coverage.
which Wi-Fi net dongle is better and cheaper universal or other branded??
Universal is better, gives you more flexibility.
Will Huawei E303F/E303FH/E3 universal dongle support windows 8
Yes it supports Windows 8.1.
Does all these support USSD, I dont think all of them do.
Do you know for sure which ones support USSD feature ?
Other than the Alcatel and Beetel ones, all others do. If you’re looking to buy a new dongle, do check out the updated list!
Link the updated list?
Here you go:
http://www.coolpctips.com/2014/07/top-5-high-speed-universal-3g-data-card-dongles-2014/
hey bro i have zte hsupa mf190 can i use BSNL evdo cdma card in it
Hello Sam, these dongle support only GSM SIMs.
Hey Rahul Ji,
I have a big doubt on choosing the dongle. Can I go for Universal or the Service provides dongle. And is the universal modem suits fa 2G sim too??
Hello Arun, I’d recommend you go for a universal dongle so that you have more flexibility. You can use 2G SIMs as well, yes.
I have BSNL 3G data card dongle can external WiFi be connected to this if so pl let me know the best equipment and approx cost tks
You mean if you can use the dongle as a WiFi hotspot? Unfortunately BSNL dongles don’t support that, you either have to buy a new dongle or get a router with a USB port.
i m using O2 dongle with BSNL sim in my laptop. i want to know how can i use it as wi fi hotspot.
You can make your laptop a hotspot by a software like Connectify.
I want to buy an universal dingle for computer and bsnl penta tab also. Please advice me which one will support both.
What’s the model of Penta Tab you have?
hai rahul do you suggest this MTC universal dongal?
sorry that is MTS
I wouldn’t suggest an MTS dongle, they have extremely limited coverage area.
I want to buy a dongle for laptop. Please suggest me best universal dongle n will it work for airtel 4G
Here, check this out:
http://www.coolpctips.com/2015/08/top-high-speed-3g-4g-lte-universal-dongles-2015/
Will 4G dongle work for 3g simply card n plz give me comparison between speed of dongle n broadband
D-link 3g modem support CDMA sim or not…please tell me rahul??????
No it does not.
Sir
Recently, I purchased, DOMO TAB with a thought that simcard
can be inserted for net purpose.
But in that there is only provision for net through dongle or wi-fi
whether sim card inserted dongle available with any service provider ?
whether it will suit tab which have only dongle provisions and not sim card ?
Pl share your views on this
Jagat Kumar, Chennai
Hello Jagat,
You should be able to use a universal dongle to browse the web, but you’ll need to buy it separately.
Hi Rahul, can you suggest , are obove devices woudl support dual SIM ie GSM & CDMA, with wi fi and above said calling features ??
is there any dongle do have both slots for the CDMA and GSM SIMs like our mobile phone
No, dongles are GSM only. Have a look at some newer ones though:
http://www.coolpctips.com/2015/08/top-high-speed-3g-4g-lte-universal-dongles-2015/
i bought an universal d link net setter. And i m using it with BSNL. Can i call using that net setter in my lap top.
Yep, it supports calling.