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2nd hand three router 5g

02-11-2024 05:33PM

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McGaz23

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Firstly, sorry if this is a pretty basic one, but we just moved house and it's the first time I haven't had a line connection to the house. My only option for the short term is mobile 5g broadband. I've been given a used three ZTE router and had a couple of questions:
Are these routers locked to three or could a SIM from another network be used?
Can you buy a regular pay as you go SIM sign up for mobile package with unlimited data and use this in the router? Or does it need to be a specific mobile data plan?

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#2 02-11-2024 05:52PM
pizzahead77

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https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058378975/2nd-hand-three-router-5g

Answers to your questions
Yes they are generally locked to the network and can be very difficult to get unlocked.
Yes, you can use a regular payg sim in the router

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#3 02-11-2024 07:38PM

The Cush

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My brother uses a Huawei b818 router connected to an external MIMO antenna with a GoMo SIM while he awaits the NBP rollout.
The router is unlocked and can be used with any SIM.

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#4 02-11-2024 07:42PM

XsApollo

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You can get the three mobile broadband , with a 30day return period.
Just did it myself while I was waiting for a line to be installed.
I returned it to a three store after 28days no questions.

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#5 02-11-2024 07:44PM

smuggler.ie

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1.The ZTE801A i got online(2nd hand) was marked as 3 network, has three logos, but worked with Eir SIM while testing.
2.As per above

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