The modem’s dashboard should automatically pop up. Installation should begin, wait till its completeĩ. Leave the install location as default if you don’t know what this is and click Nextħ. The installer wizard should appear, click NextĦ. If prompted for permission to run autorun.exe on your PC, select Yesĥ. Double-click the Modem name to begin installationĤ. Connect the modem to the PC and wait for it to get detected (appear under My Computer)ģ. We’ll be using an unlocked GLO BOLT modem for this guide so the technique should apply for many other such USB modemsĢ. How do I setup / install a USB modem on a Windows PC? Frequent disconnection: This if often associated with the network but might also be due to a loose port / moving the modem while connected to the PC.Also, try other ports and the modem on another PC. Try uninstalling the modem driver (under Device manager and then Programs) and manually installing (using a DVD, installer or another modem). Modem not detected: This might be a hardware (port / modem) or driver issue.If the modem says Invalid SIM then its locked to another network and needs to be unlocked (see ) No / Low signal: If the signal is weak, try changing ports and location.You could also employ some PC cooling techniques (see )

Ensure the modem is connected to a good port when in use then disconnected and removed when not in use.

Overheating: The modem (and sometimes the PC) might overheat.

If you choose to use Wi-Fi then consider reading these guides and What are the problems commonly associated with USB modems? Its still the internet connection series and in this guide, we’ll be discussing how to setup / install and configure a USB modem (ie MTN, Airtel, GLO, Etisalat etc) on your Windows PC.

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