The most basic question regarding internet access?even though this says hotspot in the name, can I actually use this for internet on my laptop without any kind of wifi router being in the picture? like how some people use their phones as hotspots for their laptops, does this do that? and what do I hae to have or do to get this working for me? The most basic question regarding internet access?even though this says hotspot in the name, can I actually use this for internet on my laptop without any kind of wifi router being in the... » Read More The most basic question regarding internet access?even though this says hotspot in the name, can I actually use this for internet on my laptop without any kind of wifi router being in the picture? like how some people use their phones as hotspots for their laptops, does this do that? and what do I hae to have or do to get this working for me? « Show Less
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The one that Calido Guitars sent me seems to be for only the Chinese market, the menu is in Chinese with no way to change it to English and it's already configured for China Unicom 3GNet service with no way to change it. Tried my T-Mobile SIM and it only works in 2G. This item is rubbish, don't buy it!
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Yes, you can. I don't know what country you are in, but I believe it will not work in many parts of the US with T-Mobile because it does not cover the 1700 wavelength. I plug it into the USB port of my laptop and then other people in the house can also receive a wi-fi signal. I find it to be an excellent device and use it with Orange.
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I use the hot spot only. This is the best thing that has happened for internet since companies stopped billing by the minute! Get the hot spot & enjoy internet at home, or on the go!!!!
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I'm not sure if you mean internet or ethernet. This is a router and uses either a WiFi signal or a CAT5 ethernet to create a hotspot for your devices with NAT. It will not act as a larger antenna to bring in WiFi where there is no WiFi. If there is WiFi nearby that your devices are not seeing, look for a wireless antenna such as Radio Labs.
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If you don't want to have your computer physically connected by wire to an internet connection, and you want to go on the Internet, you need wifi. That way you can use your computer and get on internet everywhere there is wifi. Doesn't make sense any more to get a laptop without wifi. Hope this clarifies.
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You don't need this device if you have access to WiFi. You don't need this device if your cell phone permits you to 'tether' other devices. In places where you have No WiFi, but where cell phone coverage, 3G/4G is available, and if your cell phone does not permit tethering, and if you have a device like a tablet or a laptop PC without a dongle, ....with which you want to access the internet, then this device is handy. It can serve multiple devices simultaneously. Of course, you need to install a sim chip with data service from the cell phone provider of your choice.
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Am not sure what you mean by hotspot but, you just need to go to settings and set it up to automatically pick up any available wifi. Hope this answers you question.
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Yes, you just open the settings menu and choose the hotspot you want to connect to. Sometimes you then have to open the browser and accept the provider's "terms of use" to be fully connected. I've used mine at several restaurants and other places that have free wi-fi hotspots.Also, if it's a protected network, you'll have to know the password to connect.
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You can use wifi only without going through a carrier. However, if you have a data network packet with your carrier you can use it with your SIM card and still get wifi. Otherwise you do not need carrier for you to be able to use the internet. I hope this helps.
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Thank you SO much -- I can't believe how difficult this information is to find! Neither Apple nor ATT are helpful at all. You are so right in saying this should be included in the documentation. What's the big secret? I'm still a bit confused -- are you saying that with the iPod Touch, it is not possible to have internet access anywhere *but* near hotspots, or in my own wireless home network? But that with the iPhone, internet access (via cellular network) is more widespread, like a cellphone?
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I need wifi for my computer. Can this be used for getting my wifi? Iam new at a computer this is my first one. And I need all the help that I can get to use my computer.
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I just read this. Very good info. But does the computer have to be on the internet all the time or just on. I do not mind keeping it on but I find my router often goes off the internet if I leave it too long. Can you Help LaRaine
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Two options:- Either it becomes a wifi hotspots (Direct Wifi) which indeed would not let use browse the web.- Or, and that's the intention, it joins your existing wifi network and your devices (mac, iPhone, etc...) can connect it on the local network and can still browse the web.In most case the direct wifi mode will only be used once to set it up. Connect to it and, through the app, configure it to join your wifi network.
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Although I initially said I didn't know, perhaps I can say something that will let you know what to ask a network or provider specialist if you know one. i used this router to set up a private network so I could allow my tablet computer to talk with my digital camera for the purpose of remote controlling the camera. What all else you can do with it is beyond my scope. I was however told by someone who does know it can be used as a hotspot for other devices logging into an online account but I do not know how to go about that. Since it is 3G/4G I would assume you would require a data plan with a 3G/4G provider such as Sprint, AT&T;, Verizon, etc. Although I initially said I didn't know, perhaps I can say something that will let you know what to ask a network or provider specialist if you know one. i used this router to set up a private network so I could allow my tablet computer to talk with my digital camera for the purpose of remote controlling the camera. What all else you can do with it is beyond my scope. I was however told by someone who does know it can be used as a hotspot for other devices logging into an online account but I do not know how to go about that. Since it is 3G/4G I would assume you would require a data plan... » Read More Although I initially said I didn't know, perhaps I can say something that will let you know what to ask a network or provider specialist if you know one. i used this router to set up a private network so I could allow my tablet computer to talk with my digital camera for the purpose of remote controlling the camera. What all else you can do with it is beyond my scope. I was however told by someone who does know it can be used as a hotspot for other devices logging into an online account but I do not know how to go about that. Since it is 3G/4G I would assume you would require a data plan with a 3G/4G provider such as Sprint, AT&T;, Verizon, etc. « Show Less
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I do not agree with the two other reviews. It is true that your PC can only make one wifi connection, but the Sky Share can be configured as a local internet hot spot which allows you to connect to the internet through the Sky Share. The instructions are confusing and the first time setup can be frustrating. First you connect to the Sky Share following their instructions. This sets up the Sky Share as a "cloud" for sharing files. Then you reconnect to the Sky Share and click on the "Connect to Internet" to set up communication from the Sky Share to your modem. It is then possible to connect to the internet through the Sky Share while still sharing files. This is true for most portable wifi storage devices. More detailed instructions are available on-line but the manufacturer is not very helpful.
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The device does not work as I understood it would. I was of the understanding that with this device I would not need to physically access an existing router, but I have not found that to be true. I still have to have physical access to an existing router in order to make it work.
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Don't seem like you can do wireless Internet access out of box with this motherboard. Your can buy what is called wifi adapter for it or wifi card to install it inside yourself. As far as monitor I am not find any on description of this product. 90 percent of the time they're not included due to cost or give you a cheap monitor. Give them a call find out. Otherwise laptop comes full on with your need. Note check online first many only come with win8. many people including me do not like it for work. Update my apologies for missing the line seems a wifi adapter or card did come for this one. It does have your LAN port too aka old rj 45 port. Still no monitor for you though. :-( Best of luck to you Ted Don't seem like you can do wireless Internet access out of box with this motherboard. Your can buy what is called wifi adapter for it or wifi card to install it inside yourself. As far as monitor I am not find any on description of this product. 90 percent of the time they're not included due to cost or give you a cheap monitor. Give them a call find out. Otherwise laptop comes full on with your need. Note check online first many only come with win8. many people including me do not like it for work. Update my apologies for missing the line seems a wifi adapter... » Read More Don't seem like you can do wireless Internet access out of box with this motherboard. Your can buy what is called wifi adapter for it or wifi card to install it inside yourself. As far as monitor I am not find any on description of this product. 90 percent of the time they're not included due to cost or give you a cheap monitor. Give them a call find out. Otherwise laptop comes full on with your need. Note check online first many only come with win8. many people including me do not like it for work. Update my apologies for missing the line seems a wifi adapter or card did come for this one. It does have your LAN port too aka old rj 45 port. Still no monitor for you though. :-( Best of luck to you Ted « Show Less
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If I'm reading your question correctly you need a wifi router or a hot spot piece. You can not cord connect it to the internet. Hope this helps.