As part of this review, the Huawei 4G modem in the performance of the E8372 will be considered. This is a universal device that can connect to any modern wireless cellular network. It includes a Wi-Fi adapter, which allows you to use it as a router under certain circumstances. It is precisely the possibilities of this inexpensive but high-quality solution that this material will be devoted to.
Equipment. When can i use it?
The Huawei 4G modem model has the following equipment:
- Network device.
- A quick guide to its operation.
- Warranty card.
A disk with a set of drivers and an electronic version of the documentation is not in the list above for the simple reason that all this information is flashed into a memory chip located inside the device.
Specifications
All modern Huawei 4G LTE modems are universal devices and are capable, as noted earlier, of switching with any modern cellular networks. Considered E8372 in this regard is no exception. It is capable of functioning both with 2G / GSM (the highest speed of receiving information is 500 kbit / s), and with 3G / UMTS (in this case, you can already count on 42.2 Mbit / s), and with 4G / LTE (in this case maximum speed can be 150 Mbps).
This unit comes in a plastic case. To connect to a PC, a USB port is included in its composition. There are three information LEDs on the top cover of the modem. One of them indicates the availability of electricity, the second indicates the receipt of a text message, and the third characterizes the quality of network coverage.
The Huawei 4G E8372 modem is equipped with a Wi-Fi wireless transmitter, that is, it can work in the wireless router mode, but only when connected to the system unit of a personal computer. The device also has a slot in which, if necessary, you can install an additional memory card.
The main disadvantages of this solution include the lack of a CRC9 slot. An additional external antenna is connected to the latter, which allows you to access the Internet at a considerable distance from the base station, so you can use this solution only near the cell towers.
Setting procedure
The Huawei 4G modem is configured as follows:
- We remove the device from the proprietary protective packaging.
- We get the SIM card slot. We put the SIM card in it. Carefully return the slot to its place.
- We remove the protective cap from the communication port and connect the modem to the PC.
- We begin the process of initializing a new device. Upon completion, the installation of drivers and control programs will start. At this stage, you only need to follow the instructions of the wizard.
- Then you need to restart the computing system.
- At the next stage, you need to run the control program and connect to the global web.
- At the end, we check the operability of the configured system. To do this, just launch the browser and go to any information resource.
Cost
At the moment, the Huawei 4G modem labeled E8372 can be purchased for 2200 - 2500 rubles. It can be bought even in a regular online store. The Chinese manufacturer is committed to producing high-quality equipment, so worrying about the performance of their equipment does not make much sense. The only important condition is the integrity of the case. If you follow it, then the mobile access point to the global web will function just fine.
Reviews
The modem Huawei 3G / 4G E8372 boasts the presence of such advantages at the moment:
- Low cost.
- Excellent level of functionality.
- Reliability.
- Simplicity of the setup and operation process.
- Universality. Huawei modem is able to work with any modern cellular system. It does not have a binding to any particular operator.
- The presence of an integrated Wi-Fi adapter.
There is only one minus here - this is the lack of a CRC9 communication port and the inability to connect an additional external antenna, that is, E8372 can only be used nearby the base station.
Conclusion
The Huawei 4G modem is a technically complete solution. It is great for implementing universal mobile switching points to the Internet. It has excellent specifications and a very affordable price. It can also be used as a wireless router.