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I noticed that in the comments to various articles on the website, ask questions about Wi-Fi connection routers to regular ADSL modems. Many people have problems setting up such a connection. But, there is nothing difficult there. In this article we will look at the connection diagram and configuration of the ADSL modem + router combination. We will connect as usual network cable. Which you can buy, or take the one that comes with the router/modem.

Why connect two similar devices at all? If you have ADSL Internet, then it’s clear that you need a modem. There are many modems that do not have the ability to distribute Wi-Fi, but we need Wi-Fi, it’s difficult without it now :)

So, there are two options:

Buy a new ADSL modem that has the ability to distribute the Internet via wireless technology. There are a lot of such devices on the market now. If you don’t want to worry about making a choice, then call (or go) to your Internet provider, and he will advise you on a specific model and manufacturer. Or offer your device. Many providers have network hardware, which they seem to recommend using.
And the second option (which this article will be about). Can buy regular Wi-Fi a router, any one, and connect it via a network cable to the modem. The modem definitely has network outputs (LAN). The router will simply take the Internet from the modem and distribute it over the air.

As you can see, everything is very simple. We need the modem itself (which should already be configured and distributing the Internet), network cable (which is included with the router), and the Wi-Fi router itself. Now we will connect and configure all this.

By the way, we already have a similar article on. You can view.

Connecting the router to the ADSL modem

Before connection, Necessarily do it on a Wi-Fi router. Even if it is new, from the store.

Next, take the network cable. We connect one end to the modem in LAN connector (it is usually signed and highlighted yellow) . Your modem may have several LAN connectors. You can connect to any.

We connect the second end to the router in blue WAN connector. Look carefully.

Here is the entire connection diagram. If you reset the settings on the router and your modem distributes IP automatically, then the router should already distribute the Internet via Wi-Fi. And via cable, to the router, you can connect the devices that you had connected to the modem. Here are the instructions, just in case.

Router settings

If it doesn't work automatically, then let's check the settings. We will only configure the router, we will not touch the modem. But your modem must be configured, and the Internet must work through it.

You need to check whether the router settings are set to automatically obtain an IP address. Provided that the modem distributes IP automatically.

Go to your router settings. If you don't know how, then...

Go to the tab WAN. Depending on the company and model, this tab may be called differently. Internet, network, etc.

And see what's in the field WAN Connection Type (Type WAN connections) it was found Dynamic IP (Dynamic IP address) . Set and save settings. This is the example of TP-Link.

Reboot your modem and router.

Everything should work. If it doesn’t work, then describe the problem in the comments to this article, and we’ll figure it out together.

Best wishes!

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Hello! I once wrote an article in which I talked about... I wrote about possible options. In this article I want to dwell in more detail on choosing a router that will work with a USB 3G modem. Let's consider some nuances so that later, after purchasing the equipment, no problems arise.

I have experience setting up two different routers that worked successfully (and one is still working) with a USB modem from Intertelecom. Based on this experience and also on information from comments on this site, this article will be written.

Now everyone is actively installing the Internet in villages, where, as a rule, it is not possible to connect regular cable Internet. Yes, and ADSL is also not always possible, even if there is a telephone line. Why, in the villages, even outside the city, there can be similar problems with the Internet.

But, in these cases, wireless 3G (4G) Internet usually helps out. Now the prices are no longer very high. It's probably the only way out when it is not possible to carry out wired Internet. But not everything is so good here either :) Only one computer or laptop can work from one USB modem. And phones, tablets, televisions and other wonders of modern technology, with wireless modem they don't know how to work. Give them Wi-Fi, or at least a connection via a network cable.

So, you have more than two devices that need to be connected to the Internet, and the Internet itself is one USB modem? It’s okay, just buy and configure a router that can work with these USB 3G (4G) modems. You simply connect the modem to the router, configure it, and the router already distributes the Internet to all devices, via Wi-Fi, or via a network cable if, for example, your computer does not have Wi-Fi. But, if you do not want to lay a cable from the router to the computer, you can buy USB WiFi receiver, more details in the article.

Almost all well-known manufacturers, such as: Asus, Tp-Link, D-Link, Zyxel, Tenda, have released several models of routers that work perfectly with most popular 3G (4G) modems.

Well, this is the whole point, with most modems, and not with all.

What do you need to know when choosing a router for a 3G (4G) modem?

As I wrote above, all routers that support USB modems do not support all modem models. Simply put, it may turn out that you already have a modem, you bought a router, for example the same RT-N56U (Not cheap device) and it simply does not know how to work with your modem. The result: several days of painful setup, hundreds of attempts to flash the router and a flight into the wall :)

To avoid all this, before purchasing you need to find out whether the router you choose will work with the modem that you already have or that you are going to buy. It is very important!

Choosing a router that supports USB 3G

Choosing a router is not difficult now. Go to some popular internet store, and see all devices that support USB 3G. Typically, the description says this: WAN port: USB 3G. This means that the router is friendly with USB modems. Or go to any regular computer store and ask a consultant.

You probably want me to advise you something? Well look, it worked for me for a while TP-LINK TL-MR3220, which I wrote about setting up in the article ““. But after about a month and a half, it broke down and stopped detecting the modem. And the one he worked with was Novatel U720, and I also tried connecting a modem from Kyivstar (model like ZTE MF180s, I don’t remember exactly). But the TP-LINK TL-MR3220 worked well, plus it's not expensive and works with a variety of modems.

I replaced it with Asus RT-N13U (Rev.B1), which I wrote about setting up in this article - . Great router for the price! With Novatel U720 modem (Intertelecom provider, Ukraine) made friends very quickly. There were no problems at all. By the way, this winter, it worked at a temperature of about -10 degrees (this is in the place where the router and modem are located). And it seems like nothing, alive :)

TP Link

But these two models (which I wrote about above) are already a little outdated, although TP Link TL Mr3220 and its older brother TP Link TL Mr3420 are still very popular. There is also the TP-LINK TD-W8968, which is also worth considering, and the small TP-Link TL-MR3040. And their prices are very good. In terms of price/quality ratio, TP Link is probably the leader.

Asus

If you want something more serious, I recommend taking Asus (but it will also be more expensive). For example RT-N65U, RT-AC56U, RT-N56U, RT-AC66U. These are expensive routers, to be honest, I don’t know if it makes sense to buy such a “machine” to work with a USB modem. I would buy something simpler, even from Asus, for example small Asus WL-330N3G (but for large quantity different devices, I would advise taking a full-fledged router).

Zyxel

This manufacturer also has interesting and popular models: Keenetic Giga II, Zyxel Keenetic II, Zyxel Keenetic Omni, Zyxel Keenetic 4G II.

See also Tenda, D-Link, Edimax. As I already wrote, there is plenty to choose from. There shouldn't be any problems here.

Checking the compatibility of the router and modem

It is very important! If you are only going to buy a router and you already have a modem, then you need to understand whether they are compatible. As a rule, each manufacturer (for each router model) There is a page that lists supported modems and providers.

You need to know the model of your modem. Exactly the model, but “4G modem from MTS”, or “Beeline Modem” (as they usually write to me in the comments), this is not a model.

After you have already chosen a router and know which modem you will buy (or already have), you can check them for compatibility.

Here are some pages where you can view lists of supported modems:

For Asus, Tenda and others, I never found lists of supported modems (perhaps you know?). Therefore, there are two options here: either we take the phone and call the support service (router manufacturer) and ask about compatibility certain models. Or we type in Google something like this: “Keenetic Giga II and Novatel U720” (router and modem model). And let's see what information is there. Perhaps someone has already tried to make these two devices friends.

When you are already sure of the compatibility of the devices you have chosen, you can buy and configure. There shouldn't be any problems. Maybe right away.

Answers to some popular questions

Does the router use the Internet when no devices are connected?

I came across this question once in the comments. The problem was that the router itself was using the Internet when all devices were turned off. I understand that 3G Internet is usually limited, but the few megabytes that the router pumps out are not scary. Simply, he needs to check if there is an Internet connection. Several megabytes accumulate per day. But I think it's not scary.

Is it possible to place a router with a modem in the cold?

To improve the quality of reception, you often have to place the router and modem in places where the network is better and more stable. You can find the best coverage with the program (connect the modem to the laptop, and when you finish testing the network, connect to the router).

So, usually this is an attic, veranda, etc. Where it is cold in winter. It’s difficult to answer specifically here, but my router (Asus RT-N13U (Rev.B1) and modem successfully withstood a temperature of about -10 degrees. I don’t turn them off, not at all, they work all the time. Everything seems to be fine, but anything can happen 🙂 The main thing is that there is no moisture, and it’s better not to wrap them in plastic bags.

Can I use USB extension cable to connect the modem to the router?

Can. But, if it is possible to do without an extension cord, then it is better to connect the modem directly. Also, if you notice any problems: disconnections, low speed, bad signal etc., then try removing the USB extension cable.

I have an extension cord of about two meters, and everything is fine. Moreover, the extension cord is the most durable and cheapest.

Afterword

I hope I was able to fully answer the question about choosing a router that supports wireless modems.

If you have any questions or additions, don’t hesitate to ask :)

Best wishes!

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How to choose a Wi-Fi router for a USB 3G (4G) modem? updated: February 7, 2018 by: admin

In urban environments, connecting to the Internet is easy. You just need to submit a connection request to your city provider (one of many). Within two or three days you will be connected and even offered some promotional conditions as a new subscriber. But what should users do who live, for example, in the private sector, in remote areas of the region? City providers usually cannot reach there, because they have to spend a lot of cable or expensive equipment, which either does not pay off at all or only for a very long time. So you can understand the providers.

Fortunately, there are other solutions. For example, you can use a USB modem to connect to the Internet over a third (3G) or even fourth (4G) generation network. However, in this case, this modem has to be connected to a laptop. But how to connect a USB modem to a router and make the Internet accessible to anyone? Wi-Fi devices? This option is actively practiced by users who cannot be reached by the city provider.

Let's figure out how to connect a USB modem to a router

Let us immediately note that any router is not suitable for solving this problem. You need a special model with a modem connection function, that is, a router with a USB port for a modem. Next, we will tell you in detail what needs to be done.

So, setting up a router for a USB modem looks like this:

Install software from the disks that come with the router and USB modem.
Disable PIN code verification on the SIM card. It is necessary. If there is a check that the router simply cannot understand, there will be no Internet. You can disable this using the usual mobile phone. Just insert the SIM card into your phone and disable PIN code verification in the settings.
Plug the modem into the USB port on the router.
Connect to the router from your laptop and go to the control panel. To do this, write in address bar browser address and you will be taken to the desired location. Look required address you can on the device panel itself. In addition, it is also always indicated on the information sticker and in the instructions.
In the router menu, look for the buttons “Connection”, “Internet”, “Enable modem connection”. These buttons may be slightly different, but the gist should be something like this. We are interested in the modem connection function. It needs to be turned on.
After turning on, reboot the router. You can do this by clicking the reboot button in the menu bar. The router itself can also be physically rebooted: remove the plug from the socket and plug it back in.

Now you know how to connect a USB modem to your router. Usually this process It is carried out simply, and no difficulties arise, but they are still not excluded. For example, the modem must first be configured on the computer. An unconfigured modem will not work with the router.

Advantages of this method

A router with a USB port for a modem is a good idea practical solution, which has its pros and cons. So, the advantages include the relative ease of connection. That is, you need to run no cables, drill holes, etc. Just connect the USB modem through the router and you're done. True, this is where the advantages end.

Minuses

The main disadvantage of such a connection is the high cost of the equipment and tariff. At a minimum, a router for a USB modem will cost more than a standard Wi-Fi router without USB port. You also need to buy the modem itself separately, which can cost even more than the router itself. Depending on the operator you choose, the cost of the tariff may also be more or less high. But anyway subscriber tariff will cost more than what the city provider offers.

Connection speed

If a city network requires an Internet connection at a speed of up to 100 Mbit per second, then a modem will definitely not be able to offer such speeds. Even if it uses a fourth generation (4G) data network, the actual speed will be around 15-20 Mbps, which, admittedly, is pretty cool. But, most likely, the modem will use some kind of third generation network technology (3G), and if the actual (and not advertised) speed is at least 5 Mbit per second, then this is already good. At a minimum, you will be able to watch movies online at this speed. Therefore, before connecting a USB modem to the router, make sure the Internet speed is real.

Is there another way out?

Some users often wonder if it is possible to connect a router to a USB modem without a USB port. Of course, this can be done, but it is extremely difficult. The idea is to open the router itself, solder a USB interface there and flash it with special firmware that will “see” the USB port. But few people practice such a scheme. However, there is another interesting way.

Distributing Wi-Fi from a laptop

If you have a modem, but do not have a router with a USB port for the modem, then connect to the Internet and create Wi-Fi at home network can be done using regular laptop. It’s just that the laptop itself will replace our router. The main thing is that the laptop has a working Wi-Fi adapter.

The simplest way involves using Connectify programs. By the way, it is available on the Internet for free, but it also has paid version with wider functionality. Free will suit us. Download it, install it on your computer and run it.

There we need to fill in the lines:

Hotspot Name is the name of your network. IN free version it will be standard and cannot be changed.
Password line - here enter the password that will be used to access the network.
Internet to share line. There you need to select from the drop-down list the source of the Internet signal that will be used for distribution via Wi-Fi. Select our modem:
In Share Over, select Wi-Fi.
In Sharing Mode, select WPA2 encryption.

Now click on the big button below - Start HotSpot. So we turned our laptop into an access point. Now it will distribute Wi-Fi instead of a regular router.

If you cannot configure this program for any reason, you can use others. For example, free program MyPublicWiFi offers the same functionality. In addition to it, there is a program called myHotSpot with similar capabilities. You don't have to use any programs at all. Built-in tools operating system Windows 7 allows you to turn your laptop into an access point, but you will have to tinker with them. It is best to use third-party programs.

That's all. Now you know how to connect a USB modem to a router and distribute Wi-Fi from a laptop without a router at all.

In this article we will look at an example of connecting to the Internet via a wifi router. The example is not standard, since the link will consist of a simple adsl modem and wifi router.

The non-standard nature of this approach is that on the table, in this case, there are two devices (an adsl modem and a wifi router), respectively surge protector two sockets will be occupied and the number of wires will be twice as large. Let's not forget about the complexity of setup - you will have to configure two devices so that they can “get along” with each other.

This method of connecting to the Internet becomes an incomprehensible task for simple user, who barely understands how to connect these devices together physically, and on network level- this is a complete disaster.

Why do you need a combination of “adsl modem and wifi router”?

The point is that when connecting to broadband ADSL Internet You definitely need a modem that can receive and send a signal via telephone line. There are such modems:

Regular single- and multi-port (without WiFi module). Such modems can “distribute” the Internet only through the wires that connect to the computer.
WiFi modems single- and multi-port(I also call them “Access Point”). You can connect to these modems both wired and wirelessly using technology wireless transmission WiFi data.

On a note! Wi-Fi - trademark Wi-Fi Alliance for wireless networks based on the IEEE 802.11 standard

The term “Wi-Fi” was originally coined as a play on words to attract the consumer’s attention with a “hint” of Hi-Fi (High Fidelity, high accuracy). Although some WECA press releases initially included the phrase “Wireless Fidelity,” this moment This formulation was abandoned, and the term “Wi-Fi” is not deciphered in any way. (wikipedia.com)

The most suitable option when connecting broadband ADSL Internet via WiFi it would be possible to use regular modem ADSL with built-in wireless WiFi module, i.e. two devices in one. Fewer wires, fewer hassles to set up.

But what to do if the Internet is not broadband at all and it is connected not through a telephone line, but a dedicated one (VPN), i.e. Is the Internet “distributed” over the local network?

Indeed, in this case, the modem is completely superfluous, since a network cable is “thrown” to your computer and configured VPN connection.

On a note! VPN (English: Virtual Private Network) private network) is a generalized name for technologies that allow one or more network connections(logical network) on top of another network (such as the Internet). (wikipedia.com)

To organize wireless Internet via a dedicated line, you need a WiFi router (router). Simply connect the network cable to the desired socket on the router, set correct settings and access to the network becomes much more convenient due to the absence of a “beard” of wires.

The versatility of a WiFi router

The versatility of this device lies in the fact that when connected to broadband Internet(ADSL) via a regular wired modem, you can also configure wireless data transfer. All you need to do is plug the modem into your WiFi router and set the correct settings. Those. you can connect to broadband Internet so and to VPN.

Connecting a WiFi router and ADSL modem

You can “make friends” of these two devices with each other in several ways (simple and zigzag).

From my own experience I know that the simple method often does not give results, due to various reasons (old firmware devices, etc.), you have to look for a solution to the problem for others, no longer in a standard way.

As an example, consider a wireless Internet connection via a “bundled” modem D link DSL-2500U And WiFi router D link DIR-320. This example is universal and fits most other similar models.

Let's start in order...

1. We check the local network connection. Open menu Start, in the search field, enter “View network connections” (this is the easiest way to open a window with network connections) in the list, click on the link View network connections.

In the Network Connections window, select LAN connection and call context menu, click on the link Properties. In the Local Area Connection Properties window, select the component and press the button Properties. In the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) window, in the General tab, make sure that the parameters are set Obtain an IP address automatically And Obtain DNS server address automatically. Click on the OK button.

Local Area Connection - Properties

3. As soon as the modem is configured (the Internet indicator will light up green), you can proceed to connecting it to the WiFi router and further settings.

Disconnect your modem and connect your WiFi router instead.

Insert one end of the network cable into network card computer, and the other into the LAN connector on the router. As a rule, there are several of them, you can connect them to any one.

Open the browser and enter the URL in the address field (in my case, http://192.168.0.1) to access the router via the web interface. It is usually given in the documentation for the device or on its back side.

4. If the Username and Password are entered correctly, you will be taken to a new window and taken to the page .

5. First, let's configure the router for wireless data transfer via WiFi. In the menu on the left, select masonry Wireless Setup. In the window we are asked to choose manual or automatic setup mode. We will configure it manually, so click on the button Manual Wireless Connection Setup.

6. In the next window you need to configure the appropriate settings for the wireless network. At the top of the page there is a section WiFi Protection Setup, where you can configure the connection of clients that support the WPS (Wireless Protected Connection) function.

You can turn it on this parameter, but you don’t have to do this. I leave it turned off.

In chapter Wireless Network Gettings set the parameters:

Enable Wireless– enable this option. The router will be able to receive and transmit signals wirelessly.
Wireless Network Name - enter the name of your network in English (SSID) in the field, it will be used to identify the network.
Enable Auto Channel Selection– we leave this parameter unchanged. It allows the router to independently select the communication channel for the wireless network.
Wireless Channel– in this field you can manually specify the channel number for data transmission. In our case, we leave it unchanged.
Transmission Rate— sets the data transfer speed over the WiFi wireless network. Leave the default value – Best.
WMM Enable and Hidden Wireless– leave it as default.

In chapter Secure Mode choose WPA/WPA2 Wireless Security, which will allow us to protect our wireless network from unauthorized connections of neighbors and those within the network coverage radius.

Cipher Tip - TKIP
PSK/EAP – PSK
Network Key – set the key yourself. It's arbitrary. Be sure to write it down, for example, in Text Document, you will need it when connecting to a WiFi network. Any person you tell given key, will be able to connect to your network if it is within its range.

After filling out all the fields, click on the button Save Settings. This completes the setup of the router’s wireless network. The settings are saved in the device.

7. Now you need to view information about the device and write some parameters to a file. We will need them to configure the modem. Click on the button Status V top menu web interface.

In the window copy data from the section Lan(MAC Addresses, IP Address and Mask) and save them in a text file.

But there is a possibility that when writing these parameters to the ADSL modem, the IP address range 192.168.0.x is occupied and it will not be possible to enter our router address (192.168.0.1). So let's change it in advance.

Click on the button Setup and in the window In chapter Router Settings change the field value Router IP Address from 192.168.0.1 to another, for example, 192.168.1.25. Click on the button Save Settings to save new settings.

We log into the router’s web control panel at the new address. In the browser window, enter http://192.168.1.25 in the address field, specify the default login and password.

The router control panel opens again.

8. Let's change the password to a more complex one. After all, you wouldn’t want someone to be able to remotely access your router and snoop on your wireless network password. To do this, click on the button Maintenance and in the section The login can be left the same, but the password can be changed by first writing it down somewhere, for example, in the same file.

After the password has been changed, click on the button Save Settings to save settings.

We log into the control panel again with a new password.

Now there is one step left to final settings. But before that, let's summarize what has been done:

Checked the parameters network connection– selected automatic mode
Connected the ADSL modem and configured it to access the Internet
Disconnected the modem, connected the WiFi router
Set up a wireless network and necessary settings security
Changed the device's IP address (from 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.1.25)
Changed the password from default to new.

Let's move on to the final part.

9. Log in to the router’s web control panel and select the tab Internet Setup in the menu on the left. In the window We are offered two options for setting up the Internet:

Internet Connection Setup Wizard– Configuration using a wizard;
– Manual setup.

Click on the button Manual Internet Connection Setup and in the next window in the section ACCESS POIN MODE put a tick opposite . We switched the WiFi router to access point mode, in which it can distribute the Internet to clients.

Click on the button Save Settings. The settings will be saved, and the router will go into mode Access Point Mode. The router is configured. Disconnect it from the computer.

11. Open the LAN tab in the menu on the left, and in the window press the button Add Entries .

12. In the window we ask MAC address WiFi router and its IP address. We previously saved these parameters to a file. Just copy and paste them into the required fields. Click on the button Save/Apply.

In the window will appear in the table new entry with a static IP address and a unique MAC address of our router. Click on the button Save/Reboot. The modem will “go into reboot”.

13. After saving the settings, disconnect the modem from the computer and turn it off for a couple of minutes to end the connection session.

15. We connect the modem to the router using a second network cable. We insert one end into the modem, the other into the WAN (Internet) port on the router.

Connection and setup is complete. If everything was done correctly, the Internet will be broadcast via LAN and WiFi.

In this mode, the router distributes the Internet via LAN if several computers are connected to it via WiFi.

Wireless connection to a router (WiFi)

To connect to WiFi, you need to in the window Available connections select the network name (SSID) that we specified when setting up wireless data transfer. Since we have created a secure connection, we will need to enter access key, which we also created earlier.

Enter it in the required field and click OK. It will be saved and you will not need to enter it again.

To summarize, we can note that such an implementation is not standard, as we use Access Point mode in it, which means that the router will not create its own internal subnet, which, in principle, will not prevent us from accessing the Internet.

This mode helps in cases where it is impossible to connect to the Internet in a standard way, for example through DHCP mode ( automatic receipt IP addresses from our provider).

If you are connected (or are going to connect) to broadband Internet, then it makes sense to use a more compact implementation in the form of an ADSL modem with wireless module WiFi.

If you are connected to the Internet via a VPN ( local network), then for wireless connection you will have to use a WiFi router. In this case, a modem is not needed. The router setup will differ from the example given.

But if it turns out that you have to configure wireless Internet With using adsl modem and WiFi router- this article will help you.

Modern technologies literally envelop us in Everyday life. Every day it becomes more and more difficult to come across a house that does not have Wi-Fi networks. However, not everyone has the opportunity to install cable Internet. In such cases, the most convenient and profitable option is to connect mobile internet. Now we will look at how to connect a modem to a router in order to distribute the Internet via Wi-Fi.

Equipment selection

Before moving directly to the question of how to connect a 3G modem to a router, you should select the appropriate equipment. It should be understood here that there are certain selection criteria. There are three main conditions:

The router must be equipped with a -port. It is through this interface that the 3-modem is connected.
In the description of the router, you should clarify whether the device supports operation with a modem. That is, even the presence of a -port does not mean that the router will be able to distribute mobile Internet. In some cases, it can only be used to connect a printer, flash drives or hard drives(to create a mini-server). Therefore, when purchasing, carefully study specifications router.
And the most important thing is that not all models of 34 modems are supported by routers. Whether it is possible to connect a 3-modem to a router, you should find out in the description of the device. You can view support information on the manufacturer's website wireless equipment. Or, if you have already purchased the device, choose a modem that is supported by the router.

If you already have the necessary equipment, but it turns out that the devices “don’t want” to work together, there is a way out of this situation. There are third party firmware. One such firmware is DD-WRT. This firmware allows you to significantly expand the capabilities of the router, including increasing the list of modems it supports. There are other firmwares.

So, we have made our choice. Now you can go directly to the main thing - how to connect a modem through a router.

Connection setup

Connecting a 3G modem to a router is a procedure that can be divided into two stages:

Connecting the modem and entering the parameters.
Setting up an Internet connection (WAN).

Connection and entering parameters

The question of how to connect a USB modem to a Wi-Fi router is quite simple: you just need to take the modem and plug it into the router's USB port. That's all. Additional settings no need to do it. Next, you will have to set up an Internet connection, but more on that a little later.

Now let's look at how to enter the router settings:

Setting up an Internet connection

First, we need mobile operator data. That is, to set up mobile Internet, you need to enter three values - APN, login and password. These are the values for some Russian operators:

MTS:
1. APN – internet.mts.ru.
2. Login – mts.
3. Password – mts.
Megaphone:
1. APN – internet.
2. Login – gdata.
3. The password is gdata.
Beeline:
1. APN – internet.beeline.ru.
2. Login – beeline.
3. Password – beeline.

This data is open to public access and you can view them quite easily for any mobile operator. Or on sites that have information about everyone at once mobile operators, or on the official website of the operator you need.

Now the last step remains on how to connect a USB modem to the router:

Now you know how to connect your router to your modem. It is worth noting that on some routers all settings are performed automatically.

How to connect a 4G modem to a router automatically? Follow these steps:

In the “Connection type” line (in the router parameters) select “3”.
In the “Provider” line, select the desired country and provider, for example, Russia MTS.
After this, all network parameters will be filled in automatically. All you have to do is click “Save settings” and reboot the router.

By the way, 3G and 4G modems are configured in exactly the same way. Therefore, you should not have any problems.

It is worth noting that nowadays there are wireless 3G4G modems that can independently distribute the network via Wi-Fi standard. But the distribution radius will be lower than that of a regular router. It's all about having a powerful enough antenna. That is, routers are usually equipped powerful antennas, so that the coverage radius is enough for a whole house, which cannot be said about modems.