A very convenient way to connect to the Internet is a wireless modem “Iota”. Feedback on this affordable communications device and its technical specifications will be addressed as part of this review. The procedure for setting up such an access point to the Global Web will also be described using the YOTA 4G LTE model as an example.
Specialization. Recommendations for use
This model of the modem is manufactured at technological facilities in China under the order of the Iota company. Moreover, its software can only work with cellular networks of the same name operator. This is a convenient means of implementing an Internet connection with minimal cost and high speed.
Moreover, within a large settlement or in relative proximity to the relay tower of this operator, an internal antenna is sufficient. If the signal level is extremely low, then you can not do without additional elements. In this case, you need an external antenna, which is switched to the CRC9 port. That is, the modem must be equipped with such a port for connecting external devices.
Well, in some of the most problematic cases, Iota modem signal amplifiers may also be needed. The reviews also emphasize that such a component, even at a distance of 25-27 kilometers from the cell tower, allows you to create a stable and high-speed connection to the Global Web. Again, this is an additional printed circuit board that is mounted directly on an external antenna.
That is, such a modem can be used in almost any situation. The only condition is the availability of the wireless network of this mobile operator.
Equipment. Her features
An excellent delivery list is available for any Yota modem. Reviews characterize it as sufficient. That is, it includes all the necessary components for the first launch of such an access point to the global web. After the purchase, the newly made owner has at his disposal the following:
- Modem.
- Starter pack with a SIM card.
- User manual in paper and short format.
- Warranty card.
An external antenna and amplification board are not included in the basic package for the reason that they are not needed in all cases. Therefore, such elements must be purchased separately.
Main characteristics
Now we will consider the main parameters of this modification of the Yota 4G modem. Reviews emit primarily such:
- Support for all existing wireless standards, including LTE.
- High speed information transfer, which can reach 70 Mbps.
- Switching to a PC is done using a wired USB standard. Moreover, you can use the port of any of its revisions.
- The presence of a built-in drive greatly simplifies the setup process.
- The built-in Wi-Fi transmitter, when connected to a PC or router, also allows you to create a local such wireless network.
The setting procedure. Main steps
This device is very easy and simple to configure. Without fail, reviews confirm this. The Yota modem is configured as follows:
- The device is removed from the packaging.
- A SIM card from the operator’s starter pack is installed in its slot.
- The protective cap is removed from the USB connector and the modem is installed in any free port of a personal computer. Moreover, the PC must be in the on state.
- After that, the installation wizard starts. The next step is to follow its instructions. At the end, the drivers for this device will be installed. There is no need to restart the computer.
- Also, at the same time, a specialized utility from the mobile operator will be installed. At the next stage, launch it and in the interface that opens, use the “Connect” button to establish a connection to the Internet. Turn off the menu of this utility.
- We launch the browser and start working on the Internet.
Cost
As previously noted, this device is very, very affordable. In some cases, it can be purchased for 900-1000 rubles. There is no need to purchase a starter pack separately. Well, in addition to this, the initial traffic is already included in the price indicated earlier. Its volume is 5 GB.
That is, the owner after the acquisition receives a ready access point to the Internet. Such an “Iota” modem is best suited for a laptop. Reviews at the same time indicate that even in some cases it can still function in combination with a router. For this, only the presence of the necessary drivers in its firmware is sufficient.
Reviews
There is one significant minus of the Wi-Fi modem “Iota”. Reviews focus on the fact that such a device can only work on the cellular network of the same name operator.
But this minus is compensated by its extremely low cost, excellent parameters, high speed of sending information and the simplest possible setup procedure. These are the advantages of the hero of this review.
In addition, you can update the software of this access point and thereby solve the issue of binding to the equipment of the company "Iota". But in this case there can be certain problems, because the user performs the manipulations at his own risk.
Conclusion
As part of this material, the Yota modem was considered. Reviews highlight his availability of support for high-speed cellular networks of the 4th generation. In this case, the information transfer rate can reach 70 Mbit / s. This is a very affordable device with a low cost and excellent technical specifications.