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MTN F@stlink E170M USB Modem

MTN F@stlink E170 is a pocket friendly high speed access USB Modem that offers enhanced internet experience with its HSPA technologies. It is a multi-mode wireless terminal ideal for business professionals. It is fast, reliable and easy to operate. Using HSDPA, the USB stick is capable of delivering download speeds of up to 7.2 mbps.

Getting Started
You can experience many new features and services with the MTN F@stlink E170. There is no need for you to install a CD because the device is plug_and_play and supports the following modes:

  • High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA)
  • High Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA)
  • Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS)
  • Global system for Mobile Communications (GSM)
  • General Packet Radio Service (GPRS)
  • Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (EDGE)


    To start, you can connect the E170 to the USB interface of a laptop when in the coverage area of HSPA/UMTS/GPRS/EDGE to enable you surf the Internet, send or receive messages/emails/video clips/music tracks/games wirelessly.

    Packet Data Service

    MTN F@stlink E170 supports the following data services:
    CS domain data service based on UMTS/GSM
    PS domain data service based on HSDPA/UMTS /EDGE/GPRS

    After you connect the E170 to a laptop with a USB interface, the E170 device is installed on your laptop automatically. You can configure APN through the E170 application (or directly use the default settings) and set up a network connection. Then you can send or receive E-mail, access the network through wireless connection, and download files through wireless data channels.
    To use the data service, perform the following steps:
    Enter *99# or *98# to launch the packet data service.
    In the Choose Connection Type dropdown box, choose a network type, for example: 3G preferred, GPRS preferred.

     

    SMS Services

    The E170 supports message writing/sending/receiving and group sending (up to 20 contacts at a time). You can manage messages through the dashboard, such as sorting the messages by telephone number or time. You can also import/export messages between the SIM/USIM card and a laptop.

    Please ensure you check the device’s instruction manual for more detail.

    How does it work?
    MTN F@stlink E170 connects you to the MTN network at much higher speed and also supports 7.2Mbps HSDPA and 2Mbps HSUPA services.

    Specifications

    • HSPA/UMTS (2100MHz)
    • EDGE/GPRS/GSM (850/900/1800/1900MHz)
    • Supports 7.2Mbps
    • Plug and Play
    • Supports windows 2000/XP/, Vista and Mac OS
    • USB interface

    What can I use it for?
    MTN F@stlink E170 is ideal for:

    1. downloading large files from the internet.
    2. Send or receive emails
    3. Download video clips, music tracks or games to your laptop, PDA or smartphone.

    How much does it cost?
    MTN F@stlink E170 costs N25,000. Visit any of MTN Walk In Centres or Connect close to you.




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