Now a days there are many people switching to Connect Communications and are very confuse regarding Router configurations.
Here you can find answer to all your problems:
Q. Which Router can be used with Connect Communications?
Ans: Following Routers are approved by Connect Communications to work successfully:
* TPLINK-WR740N (1 Antenna) (Local Market Price) RS. 1500 Approx
* TPLINK-WR340G (1 Antenna) (Local Market Price) RS. 1600 Approx
* TPLINK-WR340GD (1 Antenna) (Local Market Price) RS. 1600 Approx
* TPLINK-WR940N (3 Antenna) (Local Market Price) RS. 3600 Approx
* TPLINK-WR 941N (3 Antenna) (Local Market Price) RS. 3700 Approx
* DLINK 615 (2 Antenna) (Local Market Price) RS. 2200 Approx
Note: There is no guarantee of any other model those may work or may not work so purchase only on your own risk.
Recommendation: I recommend you to use TPLINK-WR740N if you are not willing to use PTCL USB Sticks as Backup.
Other working Routers (Tested):
1. TL-MR3420
---- Hardware & Firmware 1st Combination ----
Hardware Version: MR3420 V1 00000000 -- This is Static and cannot be changed
Firmware Version: 3.13.1 Build 121123 Rel.57630n
---- Hardware & Firmware 2nd Combination ---- Thanks to @ Messy
Hardware Version: MR3420 V2 00000000 -- This is Static and cannot be changed
Firmware Version: 3.13.27 Build 121206 Rel.60215n
Note: This router can be used to use your PTCL EVO 3G/Nitro USB and Connect Communications as Primary and Backup. The Switching is just a one click far and works perfect.
.........................More will be added once confirmed......................
Note: Routers given above are tested only with mentioned firmware and hardware combination, Upgrade your firmware to the one as mentioned above in order to get connected.
How to Configure Router for Connect Communication in 7 Simple Steps:
Note: We will use TPLINK-WR740N Router for this Guide but all models has same settings. Kindly follow Snaps
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UPDATE (21 NOVEMBER 2014):
Connect Blue Users now you have to put blue1.connect.net.pk or blue2.connect.net.pk instead of blue.connect.net.pk
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FAQ:
Q.1 Do i still need a PC to use Connect Communications via WiFi?
Ans: No the router will automatically dial your User name and password hence PC is not required any more.
Q.2 Can i use HotSpot Shield and other proxy Software on Connect Communications?
Ans: If you use Connect Communications dialer to connect then you cannot use such software but if you shall connect via Router (over WiFi) then you can surely use these without problem.
Q.3 Which Hotspot Shield version is supported on Connect Communications?
Ans: Download the latest version available from hotspot shield official website older versions does not work. Tested version is 3.09
Q.4 HotSpot Shield, Spotflux and other proxy Apps are not working on Android Smartphones for Connect Communications?
Ans: Follow this guide to use proxy software on your android while you are connected to Connect Communications over WiFi.
Q.5 How can i download using Internet Download Manager while running HotSpot Shield?
Ans: Go to Downloads > Options > Proxy / Socks in IDM and put following Settings:
Q.6 Is WiFi Router allowed by Connect Communications?
Ans: Yes it is allowed by Connect Communications head-office but the local dealer will force you to pay more than your package price if you are willing to use WiFi. So it's better to not inform them about it and configure it yourself.
Q.7 What are the speeds over "Internet Download Manager" and "Torrents"?
Ans: Following Speeds are tested over High Speed HTTP Links and High Speed Torrents (IPT)
You shall get maximum 180 KB over Torrents and 380 KB (During heavy load) and 630 KB (After 3 AM) over IDM on Connect Orange 3Mbps.
You shall get maximum 280 KB over Torrents and 480 KB (During heavy load) and 700-750 KB (After 3 AM) over IDM on Connect Red 4Mbps.
You shall get maximum 680 KB over Torrents and above 1024KB over IDM on Connect Purple 10Mbps.
Q.8 Will Dodear work if we connect over WiFi?
Ans: Yes
Q.9 What are the pings?
Ans: Usually lower than 20 ms.
if you have any other query please feel free to ask.
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