Setting up the MegaFon 4G modem router: complete instructions

I took this model specifically for trips to the country, to a country house, as well as for moments in nature and fishing. You can’t take a regular router there, so this pocket box with support for 3G and 4G Internet comes to the rescue.

ATTENTION! If you came to this article and you have a regular modem in the form of a flash drive, and you don’t know how to set it up, then go straight to the last chapter of this article. I talk in detail about the modem-flash drive there.

As it turned out later, there is nothing complicated about setting up the Megafon 4G modem, and even a child can handle it. But don’t worry, I’ll write everything in detail, what I did and how I did it step by step and with pictures. If you have any difficulties or questions, write in the comments.

Megafon 4G router - device description

Megafon developers, when creating a modern router, have improved it so much that the user should not have any problems connecting the device to a computer. The external unit contains the necessary buttons, indicators and a connector for connection.

The device has a main power button that turns it on and off, and when held down, the device automatically reboots. If the device has a “WPS” icon, it means that the equipment supports modern settings technology, in which the wireless network is configured using one button - you just need to press and hold it, and the devices will communicate with each other to transfer data. The Megafon router has a special compartment for a SIM card, with which you can receive the Internet at excellent speed, and the USB port is designed for connecting to a computer and using a charger.

According to the instructions, you can see how the router works:

• Battery charge: green light means the battery is fully charged, blinking means charging, red light means low charge level, off light means the device is turned off.
• Signal level: green light - registered in the 2G/3G network, blinking - connected to the Internet, data is being transferred, red signal - error, blue light - registered in the 4G network.
• SMS messages: blue - unread message, off - no new messages.

Important! Before connecting new equipment, you must carefully study the instructions for use.

How to achieve maximum speed

The current data transfer speed does not always coincide with that stated by the provider. But don’t rush to scold the operator. The quality and characteristics of the download are influenced by many factors, including:

1. Weather phenomena and the influence of the external environment.
2. Landscape and user location.
3. The number of Megafon base stations around the receiver.
4. Time of day and busy environment. Everyone knows that during the daytime the network is subject to maximum pressure from subscribers actively consuming network resources. Therefore, the speed limit drops.
5. Restrictions on the part of the provider due to non-payment of debt.

We have prepared several practical rules for you to improve data transfer:

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1. Try to use the Internet in the evening, night or morning.
2. Disable all applications on your device that significantly affect mobile traffic and energy.
3. Try to sit close to the window and point the receiver towards the nearest tower.
4. Connect a long adapter cable between the USB connector on the computer and the modem. Hang the receiver higher, or place it in a more open place.
5. Create a small screen around the gadget from a plate, iron mug or foil.

If you follow all of the above measures, the speed will be as close as possible to that declared by the operator.

Main models of Megafon routers

Today, the Megafon operator offers its subscribers the following models of modern devices:

The most popular today is the MR150 5 mobile router, which copes well with the functions assigned to it.

Specifications and functionality

All offered router models have their own distinctive characteristics. They all support 2G, 3G and 4G connectivity, but the latest MR-150-6 has the highest standard of wireless high-speed data transfer. The maximum speed of all information transmission models is up to 50 Mbit/s, and reception speed is up to 150 Mbit/s. Built-in battery capacities range from 1500 mAh to 2300 mAh. A port for an external antenna is available on models MR-150-5 and MR-150-6.

Each subsequent model complements and refines the previous one, MR-150-6 has the most powerful battery that ensures continuous operation of the router for 8 hours, can catch data from all 4G networks, and is suitable for places with a good coverage map.

And the simplest model of the MR-150-3 router for the Megafon modem is ideal for traveling to the country or out of town; it supports 2G networks well and provides an unlimited Internet connection in places with poor coverage.

Note! To improve older models, they can be reflashed by specialists.

Model MR150-5

Wi-Fi router Megafon 4G MR150-5 is one of the most popular models, going on sale in January 2021. The compact device allows you to get uninterrupted traffic in the operator's coverage area, automatically switching between available parts of different standards.

Let's look at the main features of the product:

• Reception and transmission speed – 150 Mbit/sec. and 50 Mbit/sec. respectively;
• Autonomous operation from the built-in battery is possible;
• When connected to a wireless network, it is possible to gain access through a cellular network;
• Simultaneously connect up to eight devices;
• Creation of a local network;
• Operating time without recharging – six hours;
• Available indicators: network level, Wi-Fi status, battery charge level and SMS notifications.

Device characteristics:

• Wi-Fi standard – 802.11b/g/n;
• Number of LAN ports – 0;
• Monitoring and management via web interface;
• Connector type – Micro USB;
• There is no connector for an external antenna;
• Weight – 95 grams;
• Dimensions: 108x64x15 mm;
• The body is black and made of plastic.

Most users praise the Megafon 4G MR150-2 router - subscriber reviews are extremely positive and confirm the high quality and reliability of the work.

Now let's talk about how to connect a 4G Wi-Fi router Megafon and give detailed instructions.

Connecting a wireless router

To use a high-quality global network, you must not only have modern equipment, but also connect and configure it correctly. You can set up a router with a 4G Megafon SIM card in several ways - via Wi-Fi and using a cable.

How to do this over Wi-Fi and USB

To connect equipment via Wi-Fi you need to:

• insert a SIM card into the router, charge the battery and turn it on;
• On your computer or cell phone, go to “Settings” and turn on the search for networks;
• find the megaphone network in the proposed list and select it;
• enter the password and click “Connect”.

Connection using a USB cable:

• one end of the cable should be connected to the router through a special connector, and the other to the computer;
• turn on the equipment, and the operating system will automatically find the desired network and you can use the Internet.

Tips for use

• If you are traveling somewhere out of town or will be away from home for a long time, then fully charge it.
• As it turned out, his battery was quite weak. But it is understandable - the sizes are not large. Therefore, if you depend heavily on it, buy an additional external battery for charging;
• I don’t recommend using it as a stationary router. Firstly, you will kill the battery this way. Secondly, there are regular home 3G and 4G routers for such purposes. But this is for those who live in country houses.
• You need to understand that the further you are from the city where there are 3G and 4G towers, the lower the speed will be. But here the question is just for the company. I'm generally satisfied with the speed, but I didn't go far from the city. Dear readers, write in the comments what your speed is and whether it suits you.

In general, the model is not bad, but it is very narrowly specialized - that is, it can only be used in camping conditions: outside the city, in the forest, on train trips, etc. Even in the city there are many places with free Wi-Fi.

And the phone is convenient to use in this regard. If you don’t use it often, then there will be no point in using it - since you can distribute the Internet and Wi-Fi from any smartphone and tablet. Well, the price, in my opinion, is overpriced by 1000 rubles.

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I would also like to note one thing - the router will not support other SIM cards, third-party operators. It's all about the firmware, they did it this way on purpose. It’s understandable, the company is fighting for its customers, but the router itself is so tight in configuration settings that for such a price, they could have removed this limitation.

How to log into the interface and change the password

Today, a large number of providers offer subscribers Internet connection services, with different conditions and tariffs, but the status of the largest operators belongs to Megafon, Beeline, Rostelecom, Tele2. Many of their subscribers use the provider’s equipment, and over time the question arises - how to change the password on the Megafon 4G router.

To change your password, you must perform the following steps:

• Find out what data your router is using on the network. If this information is not specified in the annex to the Agreement, there is a sticker on the back of the equipment where we can see the necessary data - IP address, login and password.
• In your Internet browser, enter the standard IP address of the Megafon router in the address bar and confirm. In the window that opens, you must enter your username and password to enter the settings; if the password does not match, you must reset the settings to the factory level.
• In the equipment interface through the “Menu” you need to open the “Configurator” and find the “Wi-Fi” section, here you should enter a new password.
• After the changes are automatically saved, you can use the new password, but some router models require a reboot.

Tincture

Very often, a person who has just purchased a modem has a question about how to log into the MegaFon modem in order to start actively using it. Of course, for many, the standard settings set by their operator are sufficient.

First of all, to start using the 4g device, you need to insert the MegaFon modem into the USB connector of your device. Be it a personal computer or, for example, a laptop, so that the modem can be correctly identified in your system, and the system offers you the opportunity to install drivers for the correct operation of your new modem.

Initial router setup

The router for the Megafon 4G modem is connected and configured quite simply, but sometimes when you first start the equipment, a message may appear indicating that there is no access to the network. The problem is that the router was unable to automatically load the necessary settings; they will need to be configured manually. To do this you need:

• in “Settings” go to the “Network and Sharing Center” section;
• find and open the model of your router that appears;
• go to the “Properties” tab and find the IPv4 protocol;
• open the protocol and enter the new IP address and DNS server in the “General” section.

Setting up an Internet connection

If you currently do not have a wireless connection, you must complete the following procedure to set up your equipment:

• Using the cable that comes with the kit, you need to connect the router to the computer;
• turn on the equipment and wait until the drivers are installed automatically;
• In the browser, in the address bar that appears, enter the combination - 192.168.X.1 and your login information.

Additional Information! After connecting, you can change various settings - rename the network name, set additional protection - a password not only for entry, but also for connection.

Wi-Fi setup

Connecting via Wi-Fi will take much less time, you need to:

• insert a smart card into the router and turn it on;
• On your computer or phone, connect the network search and select your router from the list;
• go to the page with the configuration “192.168.X.1” and enter your username and password to log in.

How to set up a modem through the MegaFon program

In order to configure the MegaFon modem on a computer, we will use the software built into the modem.

The setup process is carried out in several steps:

• Connect the device to a free USB port;
• We wait for the autostart to trigger;
• We install the built-in MegaFon Internet software;
• We expect automatic installation of drivers;
• We launch the program, wait for the modem to be detected;
• Click on the “Connect” button and go online.

That is, there is nothing complicated here - installation and configuration are performed automatically.

At the same time, the program prescribes a standard profile for organizing Internet access through MegaFon’s networks. Here we can register some other profiles, for example, for accessing a network with a fixed IP address (the name of the access point changes). You can learn how to flash a MegaFon modem for all SIM cards from the article posted on the pages of our website.

In addition to MegaFon Internet, certain types of modems come with the MegaFon Connection Manager application. This is the latest software for the latest models. Its functions:

• Connection management;
• View statistics;
• Account management;
• Setting up the modem;
• Access to MegaFon's gaming, entertainment and service services;
• Sending and receiving SMS messages;
• Internet distribution management for modems with Wi-Fi function.

The application is installed and configured automatically.

Megafon 4G router - tariffs for unlimited Internet

Many users are interested in the question - when connecting via Megafon turbo 4G modem, what will the Internet tariff be? Today, the provider offers its subscribers the optimal option “Tariff XL”, which is quite enough for large-scale use of the World Wide Web, enough for distribution to friends and relatives. The cost of such a package is 1,300 rubles per month, and when paying for the whole year at once, the subscriber receives a 20% discount.

Tariff plan terms:

• from 7.00 in the morning until 21.00, the operator provides subscribers with 30 GB of Internet traffic for a month, unlimited at night;
• expanded television package - the total number of available channels is 153, of which you can watch films of various genres and genres, children's programs, entertainment and educational programs, sports and music programs;
• when receiving and transmitting data, the speed is maximum;
• After using the allocated speed, the provider further limits its consumption; you can remove the restriction using the “Extend speed” function.

According to user reviews, it is the “Tariff XL” package that is the most popular and popular today, suitable for both Smart TV and a computer or tablet.

Price. Tariff plans

A fairly simple operation is to set up a Megafon modem labeled 4G. And both in the first and in the second case. The cost of such a simple device, together with a prepaid promotional tariff package, is 2,590 rubles. This amount also includes 30 GB of daytime traffic and an unlimited amount of information at night from 1:00 to 6:59. But these preferential conditions are valid for 14 days. After this, the tariff automatically changes to “Internet L”, which includes 36 GB per month for a flat fee of 890 rubles. In any case, the specified limit of 36 GB should be enough for the average user. Otherwise, you need to choose a more expensive tariff with more gigabytes.

Possible problems during setup and connection

When connecting a 4G Megafon router, certain difficulties may arise. To resolve this issue, you need to check your settings by following these steps:

• check the functionality of the connected router; in some cases it may not transmit information via the Wi-Fi network;
• check the SIM card, it should have GPRS service, if everything is correct, you need to check the card for functionality on another device;
• if the SIM card works on another router, then the problem is in the router, it must be sent to a service center for diagnostics, or if there is a warranty, replace it with a new one;
• if the problem is in the SIM card, it needs to be replaced at any service and immediately check the network settings for serviceability;
• If everything is fine with both the router and the SIM card, the problem may lie in the network itself, you should contact your provider and leave a request with the technical department.

If you can’t solve the connection problem yourself, you can always contact the hotline, which operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, or on the official website ask a question to a consultant in the “Maintenance” section.

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megafon mr150-6 - discussion

wifirouter

I bought a router from Megafon

I want to know whether the Internet will work from a SIM card where the tariff is not for modems, but the “Turn on” tariff for smartphones

Post has been edited by ferhad.necef — 02/27/20, 07:56

Will. megaphone does not need TTL on smart tariffs. Moreover, at unlimited for smart, the torrent is not closed. and it’s a paradox, but it starts at 35 (at least for the copy that I have in my hands), this one with the corrected TTL plows and the MTS smart tariff. Maybe not everyone starts at 35.

Added 01/28/2019, 03:14:

what about unlocking it yourself? What thoughts does anyone have?

I’m also interested in whether the Internet does not work with a SIM card megaphone for the phone, is there any way to get around it? I read that Imei has changed, etc., but I didn’t find anything for this router

Post has been edited by upison - 01/29/19, 16:41

Well, as it is. I tried it with MTS, it immediately kicks in on non-smartphones and behaves strangely for about 30 minutes, the SIM card behaves even on the phone after it was burned that the SIM card is in the modem. The battery is long lasting. The miniature design is cool. But wi fi locally is 72 Mbit while 5573 locally holds 144. And it can do 5GHz. In short, the price is the same as before, 3300, but from model to model it gets worse and worse. And the software leaves much to be desired. Unlock for money while the toad is strangling. What are your thoughts on unlocking?

Added 02/22/2019, 19:20:

I can open it and solder it if there is somewhere and take a dump. Who needs it?

sla2brn, sla2brn, tried it, it doesn’t work when turned on, the router is burning, we’re waiting for unlock

Added 03/07/2019, 14:14:

sla2brn, sla2brn, tried it, it doesn’t work when turned on, the router is burning, we are waiting for unlock Potapster57rus, UPD, I came across information that this is still ZTE

Potapster57rus,

This is not ZTE! in general, this one needs to be transferred to the court Mobile 4G Wi-Fi router OSH-150 (Tele2) - discussion

since Megafon MR150-6, Tele2 - OSH-150, Beeline S23, MTS 874FT

These are all one device, they differ only in the housings, the hardware inside is the same.

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What is it - WiFi Calling in Megafon

WiFi Calling in Megafon is a technology in which you can make calls, receive calls, write and receive SMS even where there is no access to a mobile network. All calls and messages go through the Wi-Fi point, but the SIM card inserted into the smartphone is also involved in the process. This is the main difference between the described service and the work of well-known instant messengers - Viber, WhatsApp, Skype, etc., which use only Internet traffic for communication.

However, simply picking up and calling from your phone via Wi-Fi will not work: at the moment, the technology requires the use of special software that connects the chain “smartphone - Sim card - Internet access point” into a working system. Thus, Wi-Fi calls to Megafon are made through the free eMotion application. It is available today for iPhones (on the App Store) and smartphones running Android OS (on the Play Store).

About the eMotion application: how to connect and how much it costs

This is an application through which you can send SMS and make calls via WiFi to Megafon. You will always be in touch even if:

1. There is poor or no cellular signal where you are.
2. You are traveling around Russia or are abroad.
3. Your interlocutor is not a Megafon subscriber.

How to activate WiFi Calling on Megafon

In order to connect Calling you need to do the following:

1. Download the eMotion application to your smartphone.
2. Activate the application according to system prompts.

That's all. And in order to use the service under the stated conditions, you must connect to any available wireless Internet point.

Portable Wi-Fi router and mobile Internet "Megafon"

We will talk about setting up a modem router sold under the name “MR100-1”. Now the price of almost every Megafon mobile router does not exceed 3 thousand rubles, and the model in question, in addition, has such an undoubted “plus” as the presence of an LTE module. Let's look at how the setup is done.

Router "MR100-1"

Let’s immediately list a few “cons” that are not so obvious during the selection process. Firstly, any mobile router has a USB port for connecting to a computer. So, “MR100-1” can work as a 4G modem (if it is connected to a PC with a cord), or distribute a Wi-Fi network, that is, “be a router”. If you try to connect the USB cable to the PC connector, and not to the charger, the wireless network will immediately turn off.

The battery capacity of the device is, in principle, sufficient for this class of routers. Only the operating time, depending on the conditions of the provider, varies too much (four stated hours is in the most ideal case). However, “MR100-1” is not so bad if the user needs a mobile WiFi router megaphone with a 4G module, and there will always be a laptop nearby with two free USBs for charging.

Schematic illustration of the display

The screen installed on the front side of the case is less than two inches in size diagonally. It is also “OLED”, that is, LED. Although, this display does not display anything special (battery charge, type of Internet connection, signal strength, number of Wi-Fi users). Let's move on to the settings.

A little about the mobile router itself

The MR150–5 model is produced in white and black colors. There is a small display on the front with status indicators:

1. Charge level. Users note that the indicator does not always show the correct value.
2. Wi-Fi icon. If it lights up, it means the network is working, and if it blinks, data is being transferred from the router to the device.
3. SMS. If the icon lights up, it means you have received a new message.
4. Signal level - connection to Megafon. The red color of the icon means a connection error, green means working on a 2G/3G network, flashing green means connecting to 2G/3G, blue means working on 4G.

There are two buttons on the side - for turning the router on and off, as well as a WPS key for quickly connecting the gadget to the network without entering a password. To the left of the buttons is a compartment for a SIM card and a button for resetting the router to factory settings. To reset, you need to hold down the button for 15 seconds, then release it and wait a while until the router boots up with the initial parameters.

There are 4 indicators on the screen: charge, Wi-Fi, SMS and operator signal

On the top side panel there is a connector for connecting a USB cable. The cable comes with the router, as well as an instruction manual and a charger.

You can connect a USB cable to the side output

The router is relatively inexpensive - 3,290 rubles in the official store. The 4G modem has not gone far: it’s easier to overpay a little, but use the mobile Internet on several devices at once, and not just on a computer (as is the case with a modem).

Operating principle and difference from a modem

Subscribers who are not too familiar with modern digital technologies may get confused when trying to understand how a 4G modem and a MegaFon Wi-Fi router differ from each other. In fact, there are quite a few differences, and many of them are striking even to inexperienced users: the devices differ both in appearance and in their functions.

If we talk about appearance, first of all we are talking about the dimensions of the devices - the modem is much smaller. This device looks more like a USB flash card. The router is much larger in size and weight. According to these indicators, a router with a SIM card is more like a mobile phone.

The principle of operation of the router is very simple: a SIM card is installed under the cover of the device, and the router transforms 4G Internet into a Wi-Fi signal, which can be used to connect an unlimited number of devices. A Wifi router with a MegaFon 4g SIM card works logically only when you purchase a kit consisting of the device itself and a SIM card, with 4G Internet connected.

It turns out that the main functional difference between a router with a 4g MegaFon SIM card and a 4G modem is precisely the ability to transform a 4G signal into a Wi-Fi access point. You can simultaneously connect several devices to the Wi-Fi signal coming from the router, without losing connection speed on each of them. Modems are designed to connect the Internet from a SIM card to computer devices - PCs, laptops and netbooks.

Router equipment

The router itself for the Mega SIM card can be from various manufacturers. The operator cooperates with such large and world-famous equipment suppliers as ZTE, Huawei, Alcatel, TP-Link, Xiaomi.

When connecting, the client can choose his own router from those that are currently available in a particular communication store. The most popular choices among Mega On subscribers are ZTE and Huawei. If the client does not have his own preferences, then the salon specialist independently selects a router for the subscriber. In fact, for customers there is no particular difference in the manufacturer of the router they receive; all supplied equipment has passed many tests and certifications before being delivered to the showroom for sale to MegaFon customers. Therefore, any 4g mobile modem with MegaFon Wi-Fi is guaranteed to show a high level of performance and signal quality.

Regardless of the equipment manufacturer, the configuration of the router should be as follows:

1. Router.
2. Removable battery.
3. Mains charger.
4. USB cable.
5. Warranty card.
6. User instructions.

The devices themselves may look slightly different (depending on the manufacturer). But in general, the design of MegaFon routers is approximately similar. Each of the devices bears the operator’s logo; all routers have a removable cover on the back, under which there are two slots: for installing a SIM card and a Micro-SD memory card. The Wi-Fi network password is printed on the cover itself. It is used to create the first connection to the network. Depending on the design of the router from different manufacturers, on its various parts there is also a connector for connecting a USB cable, a button for rebooting the device and a power button (sometimes they can be combined into one).

The MegaFon logo is applied to routers for a reason. The equipment is programmed to work exclusively with 4G SIM cards from the MegaFon operator. The router will not work with other operators. Theoretically, there is such a possibility - if you completely reflash the router. However, the service will cost much more than simply buying a router from the required operator, along with its SIM card.

Setting up basic options

We connect the computer to the router via Wi-Fi

The router has a program installation file (*.exe) that can be launched. To do this, you need to connect the device via a USB cable to a computer running Windows. However, the Megafon “MR100-1” router is configured, according to the official instructions, via the web interface. This is how you can access the maximum number of parameters.

The problem is this: it is not always possible to connect via Wi-Fi. The router’s network is encrypted by default, the password is “12345678”, but the encryption type is “WPA/WPA2”. In this mode, Windows does not work very well (you need either “WPA” or “WPA2”).

If you still succeed in logging into the router’s wireless network, then the first step is to change the type of Wi-Fi encryption (or completely disable it, at the user’s choice).

To end the chapter, one more thing. If the router does not receive or transmit data to the Internet and does not work with Wi-Fi subscribers within 10 minutes, it turns off. You can wake the device from sleep mode by pressing any button (however, we recommend deactivating this mode).

Setting up a modem using standard Windows tools

As already mentioned, some users do not like the standard MegaFon Internet program. Therefore, we can get rid of it and set up manual settings for accessing the network. To do this, go to Control Panel - Network and Sharing Center and select Set up a connection or network.

Next, select an Internet connection, and specify a dial-up connection as the connection type. The next step is to specify the connection settings. Here we indicate the standard dial-up number *99# and the connection name. There is no need to fill out the “Name” and “Password” fields, since MegaFon does not ask for them.

• Megafon router wifi 4g

After the connection has been created, you should go to its properties and uncheck the “Request name, password, certificate, etc.” checkbox, and on the “Security” tab, check the “Check Protocol (CHAP)” checkbox. After that, click OK and complete the settings. There is no need to set the modem initialization string, since it is already registered in the modem itself. Therefore, we boldly click on the connect button and go online.

Some modern modem models do not require installation and configuration. They automatically connect to the network immediately after connecting to a USB port.

Opening the web interface

If the computer was able to detect the Wi-Fi network and was able to log into it with the password “12345678”, then you can open the browser and go to the address: 192.168.10.1. An authorization window will appear:

Authorization in the setup interface

Here, you need to use the username and password admin. Set this value in the top and bottom fields, click "Apply".

There is no Internet on the laptop or computer

So you connected the router, but there is no Internet on your laptop or computer. This is a fairly common problem. Related to setting up the network on your PC. The fix is ​​very simple.

1. Press the Win and R button;

1. Write the magic word ncpa.cpl.

1. Select the wireless network and go to properties by right-clicking on it.

1. Click on protocol 4, then go to properties. After that, check the boxes and enter DNS as shown in the picture above. Finally click "OK".

Important interface tabs

After authorization, the user should in any case see the following page:

Start tab

This tab, as we see, not only displays the status of the device (although it is called “Status” -> “Information”). Here you can enable or disable the Internet connection, provided that it has already been configured.

Go to another tab: “Settings” -> “SIM card settings”. If the Megafon SIM card has not yet been activated, here you need to set its PIN code and click “Apply”:

SIM activation

Reviews for this Megafon router in 90% of cases indicate that the device is “locked”. That is, even turning on a router with a card from other operators will most likely not work. Quanta WR-250, this is the real name of this device (and if you don’t mind 3000 rubles, you can try reinstalling the firmware).

And setting up an Internet connection is done on the “Settings” tab -> “Mobile network configuration”

Connection setup

In the top block, everything is clear (the “APN” field is not filled in if “Auto-detection” is set, and then set the login and password). The meaning of using the “Roaming” switch is also clear, and by default, the use of roaming is disabled.

But “Network selection mode: Auto” means the following. When the provider's conditions allow, the connection automatically switches to the fastest protocol. For example, if LTE and 3G networks are available, the LTE connection will be active. Use the “LTE only” mode when you are in a 4G coverage area.

After setting the settings on the tab, click “Apply”. Happy routing!

Installing the driver and software for the modem

The modem device is designed for using mobile Internet on a desktop computer or laptop. It is a small gadget that resembles a regular flash drive. Installation occurs automatically thanks to special software, which is built into the modem by default. The procedures are as follows:

1. Connect a working SIM to the modem into the special connector. You will not have any problems opening the case to insert a SIM card. Slide the top cover. You will see an internal panel with a special SIM card slot built into it. It is made in the shape of a card, so you can't go wrong with the installation. Design may vary. Typically, the device comes with technical documentation, which is described in detail with drawings. After that, close the lid.
2. Find a free USB socket on your computer and connect the gadget to it.
3. Wait until the system finishes detecting the device and starts automatically.

Sources used:

• https://tarifkin.ru/megafon/pravilnaya-nastroyka-modema-megafon
• https://megafongid.com/stati/nastrojki-interneta-megafon-3g-4g-mms
• https://megafon-info.com/bystraya-nastroyka-modema-megafon/
• https://wifigid.ru/nastrojki-routera-dlya-provajdera/nastrojka-modema-megafon-4g
• https://www.syl.ru/article/376044/nastroyka-modema-megafon-g
• https://tarifam.ru/nastrojka-modema-megafon/
• https://megafon-info.com/voyti-v-modem-megafon/

Setting up a wireless network

First of all, go to the “Wi-Fi” -> “Settings” tab:

Wi-Fi Settings

Here you can set the following parameters:

1. SSID (network name)
2. Radio channel number (we left “Auto”)
3. Encryption mode: It is best to choose WPA2 or WPA. The first of them (WPA2-AES) cannot be used by all subscriber devices. So, in some cases you will have to switch to WPA-TKIP, or abandon encryption completely.
4. If encryption is used, an 8-character key must be set in the “Password” field

Finally, click “Apply”.

Appearance and equipment

First, let's take a look at the router itself. This is a very important thing, since it has many different indicators and buttons that the user should know about in advance. This router has the model name MR150.

At the moment, Megafon sells series 5 and 6. Series 2, 3 and 4 are out of production, but the setup process itself is the same. There is also an Alcatel Link Zone router, but it has approximately the same appearance and firmware.

Let's start in order with the indicators:

1. Charging or battery - you can use it to track how long it can last. But as practice has shown, the indicator does not always show correctly, so in the future you will build on your experience of using this model.
2. Wi-Fi transmission – if it blinks, it means information is being transferred. If it is on, it is waiting for a connection with the device. The wireless network is working.
3. SMS – if lit, it means a new message has arrived. If it doesn't light up, it means there are no messages.
4. Connection with a mobile operator: Red – connection error;
5. Green – 2G/3G;
6. Flashing green – connection to 2G/3G network;
7. Blue – 4G;
8. Flashing blue – connection to the 4G network.

Next are the side buttons and connectors:

• ON/OFF button – here I think everything is clear;
• WPS – for fast wireless connection between two devices. You can connect even without a password;
• SIM card compartment. There is also a button to reset to factory settings. If you took it from a friend or acquaintance, or someone previously used it, then hold down this button for 15 seconds.

Setting up additional options

Adjusting power consumption

To prevent the router from going into sleep mode after 10 minutes when there is no information exchange with the user, you can disable this option completely:

Power management

Setting the option is done on the “Settings” -> “Power Mode Management” tab. Change "10 minutes" to "Disabled" and click "Apply".

The problem is that in this mode of operation, when the device must constantly “keep the connection”, the battery is discharged all the time. In some cases, it discharges even faster than the energy is replenished via a USB pair. And all of these are not “exceptions”, but quite probable scenarios.

For example, if this router is used in transport, the connection will be maintained while moving (including via the 4G protocol). But even connecting to the cigarette lighter does not necessarily save the battery from discharge.

In general, in the case of a car, it is better to purchase a separate router for the Megafon modem (which can work with or without a battery). Another solution, selecting a battery with a larger capacity, is also quite possible, but such an “approach” will deprive the user of the warranty.

Question answer

Question: If the battery and SIM card have been installed, how to turn on this router?

The “Power key” must be pressed and held for 3 seconds. Disabling is done in the same way:

Router housing “MR100-1”

Question: does the router have a reset button?

Reset, it turns out, is hidden under the back cover

The back wall of the router

It is important to know! Resetting the settings is performed while the device is powered on.

User reviews

The modem modification in question has the following advantages based on owner reviews:

1. Simply excellent technical characteristics.
2. The simplest procedure for setting up the Megafon USB modem.
3. Affordable price.
4. Possibility of installing an external antenna.

The disadvantages of this device are:

1. Strict binding only to the equipment of one operator. Of course, you can try to reflash the modem and unlock it so that it will work with cellular networks of third-party companies. But in this case, it would be more correct to immediately overpay and purchase the appropriate router without being tied to an operator.
2. The need to use only a USIM card in order to use all the capabilities of this communication equipment. But, again, this is a standard problem with any LTE-enabled device. Therefore, when purchasing a new starter pack, you must pay attention to the corresponding inscriptions on it.

Reviews of the Megafon 4G router: advantages and disadvantages

Advantages: Has served for more than a year and is already pleasing. Very compact. If the battery had not swollen, the price would have justified the purchase, but otherwise you will have to buy a new battery. After swelling, it stopped holding a charge. Disadvantages 1) The signal range is weak. 2) Works well only at a height of the 7th floor. 3) The worst thing is that after a year of use the battery became swollen. If not for this, then everything would be fine, because in an office for 2-3 people this modem is enough, especially on the 4th floor. Comment I'm going to buy a new battery. Everything was fine with the modem.

Ruslan Nezamedinov

https://top-tehnica.ru/catalog/wi-fi-router-megafon-mr150-5

ADVANTAGES: Inexpensive, compact, cheap, keeps charge for a long time DISADVANTAGES: Sometimes failures occur, but rarely. Excellent router! Works well, sometimes errors/crashes occur. Charging lasts for a day and half a night. It connects almost everywhere. But when the sticks are green, the Internet hardly works. I like. Compact, not expensive.

art171084

https://otzovik.com/review_5020499.html

ADVANTAGES: Picks up the signal everywhere perfectly, is cheap, sits down slowly, convenient design and weighs very little like a phone DISADVANTAGES: sometimes it loses the signal, but this is fixable after a reboot I want to share my purchase. Three years ago there was a promotion for these routers in the MegaFon company, and since we live in a village 10 km from the city itself, we didn’t hesitate to take it. There was a promotion, it cost 1000 rubles along with a SIM card and you can connect all 15 phones or smartphones to this router. The charge lasts 7 hours with active use, which I think is not enough; it is convenient to take it with you anywhere on a hike, in the city, in the car and to work. Picks up the signal perfectly. It’s also small and light, like a phone; if you don’t use it, it goes into sleep mode and doesn’t drain the battery. We are very pleased with such products from MegaFon; they would also make a cheaper tariff for it, but that’s another topic.

https://otzovik.com/review_4513522.html

mafiss

The MR-150-5 router from Megafon is relatively inexpensive. It will serve up to 8 devices quietly, provided there is a stable signal from the tower. Setting up a router comes down to setting a complex password for the wired network. If it is without a password, anyone nearby will be able to connect to you and waste your traffic. If necessary, immediately set up a power saving mode: set the signal radius from the router and switch to sleep mode after inactivity.

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