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To repair the IMEI on the Quectel modems:

AT +EGMR=1,7,"xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx"

where x's represent the IMEI to be programmed into the modem.

The band locking and scanner functionalities for the EM919X modems are not yet supported by GoldenOrb. Those that are supported are :

Sierra EM/MC73xx
Sierra EM/MC74xx
Sierra EM7565
Sierra EM7411
Sierra EM7511
Fibocom L850
Fibocom L860
Fibocom FM150
Quectel EC25
Quectel EP06
Quectel EM12 ...

stillhere153 wrote: Wed Apr 27, 2022 7:24 pm think it'll boot up

It will probably perform about as well as it did before tweaking the settings with a tire.

I had considered buying a MOFI 5500 with the EM9191 since that modem doesn't appear to be supported by Rooter and from all the things I've read the EM9191 seems to be superior to the RM502Q.

The EM9191 is supported in the latest WIFIX firmware but does not yet have the option from the Web UI to ...

I have not used a media player in many years since purchasing a Sony smart tv with an android OS.

Just wondering if there is a difference in the performance with the latest media boxes and the Sony smart tv?

And, what are the advantages and disadvantages of a media player over a smart tv.

What IPTV service does everyone recommend?

Most I have tried other than the main stream providers (i.e., Amazon, Netflix, Hulu...) seem to have lagging/buffering issues.

I have used Kodi off and on for a while, but have never had much luck with it being stable either.

I have several Arlo pro cameras that are located on the far end of the property which were almost out of range. This caused the cameras to disconnect and/or disrupt the video feed.

Since the Arlo Base Station operates over the 2.4GHz frequency, I decided to add some higher dbi external WiFi ...

I would first use the update the router to the latest firmware: http://www.aturnofthenut.com/upload/WG1608-16M-GO2021-06-06.zip

I would also use the firmware recovery method to update the firmware. This always seem to work best for me.

gscheb wrote: Fri Sep 11, 2020 7:22 pm Well one of the WiFi are not even there. This should have 2.4 & 5. And one is like faintly there very weak signal. Barely registering on phone when right next to it.

I would be certain you are using the firmware for the WG3526 as opposed to the WE3526.

Might try looking in the user manual? https://wirelessjoint.com/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=448

You do not need to change your COM port with the EM12-G with the WiFiX firmware. In fact, you can disrupt its ability to properly communicate with the AT command COM port.

I would go to the Firmware Backup/Restore, and set the WiFiX firmware to its defaults settings.

Then, when it booted back up ...

I notice the router is passing the APN "r.ispsn" to the modem so I assume you are using Sprint.

I seem to remember the Quectel modems need to be placed in LTE only to use with Sprint.

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AT+QCFG="nwscanmode",3,1

It appears to be SIM Card related as it is not reading the numbers on the SIM Card:

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AT+CNUM
ERROR

Run the AT Command and post the results:

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AT+CPIN?

Are you using a SIM Card adapter?

One would think that if the AirMaster connected the first go around without having to configure the settings, it should also connect after a reset.

That assumes, of course, there has been no change in the tower. It would not hurt to make the modifications to be sure.

What data plan are you using ...

Also, if not too much trouble, you could take the AirMaster to another location to test on a different tower.

I would certainly not discount it being network related. My Sprint Band 41 connection has been down for almost 5 days now. Sprint tells me they have fixed the issue but none of my devices will connect to the internet on that tower.

If you did a reset, you will also need to reprogram the AirMaster ...

You may try logging into the router using the IP address: http://10.1.1.1/

The WG3526 does have GB WAN/LAN ports.

You may want to look at the GoldenOrb tutorials for setting up load balancing and/or failover. https://www.ofmodemsandmen.com/features.html

Depending on the router firmware, there is a bandwidth monitor that should work. You will need to add a line of code for it to work properly. See this topic: https://wirelessjoint.com/viewtopic.php?f=12 ... t=10#p8087

It appears the network has deregistered your SIM card/plan.

Some of the carriers are checking the IMEI of the modem to make sure it matches that of the plan.

I would test a different SIM Card if you have one to eliminate that as your problem.

Is this a correct antenna/housing?: SKU: ADM 1DE2427X19 RJ

That antenna is optimized for Sprint Band 41 and will not work for Verizon. This one would cover Verizon and most carriers. https://thewirelesshaven.com/shop/antennas/4g-lte-antennas/mimo-directional/700-2700mhz-wifi-4g-lte-8dbi ...

That I cannot answer.

You can lock the modem to band 13 or lock the band to 4 but this would prevent the modem from doing CA.

You can create a group of bands consisting of band 13 and band 4, but you have no control over which band it uses as the primary or secondary.

You may try watching the AT!GSTATUS? read out while ...

The AT!GSTATUS? results are always easier to explain if you copy and paste the results, rather than an image.

What you are seeing is most likely the modem changing bands--and the signal strength is reading the primary (RxM) carrier LTE band.

Notice how the RSRP is better (less negative) on Band 13 regardless of whether it is being used as the Primary or Secondary band.

You will not see CA active unless ...

It is possible the carrier/network is placing the modem in idle state to preserve its resources.

Do this seem to happen when there is not much activity on the router?

Run and post the results of AT!GSTATUS? while signals are good, and after they drop.

Can you post the return of the AT!GSTATUS? for the EM7565. That will give everyone something to work from.

You have learned a lot and I commend your mindset to take no prisoners.

Is the MC7455 showing up as the device when you log into your Verizon account?

You are correct, I do not work there. Perhaps you should contact Sierra Wireless directly and ask them if they will accept a used modem that is blacklisted by Verizon in exchange for a new one. After all, they manufacture the modems by the millions. As an arguing point, you can tell them since it is ...

I thought this might be the same modem and thanks for clearing up my inaccurate description about where the IMEI is. Yes, VZ identified this IMEI, as seen on the modem. I earlier posted a thought about changing (exchanging) this modem for another, suggesting that only VZ has this red tagged. How ...

Hi Jim,

My IT guru worked hard to attempted to make the WE826GO look like the phone IMEI but could not. He suggests that the american made product is probably listed where the Chinese is not. Also the WE826-T2 easily accepted the IMEI. I want the WE826GO to work, simply because it's suppose to be ...

There is a name for splitting hairs. I might not be the smartest guy out there but did know there is a true unlimited, not throttled, plan that dates back sometime. For all intensive purposes, does it matter?

Are you seriously asking me why I don’t go with some other plan that you want to refer ...

You will most likely find more people willing to give you recommendations if you clean up (edit) your post: separate your questions and use proper sentences.

Otherwise, It is difficult for people to translate or answer one continuous paragraph of words.

Looks like you need clean up your system with a good set of antennas and 50 ohm low loss cables instead of 75 ohm.

Ok so I installed the EM7455 that I received today and it appears to be working well. I am hooked up through ethernet and it's working great-much faster than my old verizon branded hotspot.

Congrats.

But-when I connect to WiFi it does not have an internet connection. I went through the ...

One needs to take care when inserting a sim card into this router. It only takes once to insert the sim card in the wrong direction to destroy the clicking spring that locks the sim card into place. I know this from personal experience.

I ordered the EM7455 because it was about 1/4 the cost of the MC7455.

Guess we'll see how that goes.

If it is a vendor branded modem (like a dell, lenovo, etc.) and not an OEM, you will need to modify the pid/vid to work with goldenorb.

Buying a modem from an unknown source is much like ...

JimHelms wrote: Sun Oct 20, 2019 12:06 pm A thought just crossed my mind. Have you set a password in GoldenOrb. It is possible the lack of a password will prevent you from accessing the router files or SSH.

I had this same issue with goldenorb when there was no password being used.

Is there a USB header on the router PCB? I cannot tell from the photos on The Wireless Haven. If it does, I would consider using a USB to M2 adapter and mount it somewhere internally for the second modem. How did your repair on the modem connectors come out?

That would be a wise decision. The 1.78mm cables are too stiff to route inside the WE826 without placing the cable in a bind and hence, the UFL connectors. The 1.13mm will work just fine and be a lot easier to install.

Those UFL connectors are tedious to work with and easy to spread apart. I have managed to reshape/close them using a tiny set of needle-nose pliers and a magnifying glass. I have also ruined one or two in the process. The good part is your modem connectors appear to be good and rounded.

The antennas are not mounted yet. Maybe when I get them up higher they would not be susceptible to scatter.

I would think it would be hard to test them at ground level and get any sort of accurate readings. Even signal reflections off the ground can have an adverse effect on the signals and ...

Sorry for not ncluding all the details.

I pointed the antennas in the direction of the tower. It is 4.5 miles away.

There is a short bit of trees 40-50 feet and the clear site to the tower.

Do you know exactly where your tower is located? Directional antennas need to aimed directly at the ...

I had the 2.4ghz wifi issues as well on the wg3526. I determined my problem was band 41 (@ 2500mhz) and 2.4 wifi (@ 2400mhz) were interfering with one another. I could also see this interference in my modem's antenna signal to noise ratio when I connected a device to the 2.4 wifi. I ended up ...

One other thing is you might want to clear your browser cache prior to trying to access the bootloader menu.

You can normally do this by placing your mouse at the top of the open web page tab and pressing the Ctrl and F5 button at the same time.

One other change that I seem to have done on an ...

Using the boot loader can be aggregating at times. I have used it on numerous occasions and after a while you sort of develop a touch for it. The important part seems to be the timing, deciding when to let off the reset button in order to access the boot loader menu.

I once timed the process and ...

I too had similar issues with the WG3526 WiFi. It was suggested that the issues arrived from installing the WiFiX version of GoldenOrb and did not uncheck the box to save settings.

It is common to uncheck the box, then browse to the GoldenOrb firmware to upload, and when returning to the flash ...

Bands 41 and 25 don’t work any better unfortunately.

So you were able to connect to the internet on Band 41?

Any other ideas besides buying more expensive antennae?

It is ALL about signal strength and unless it has somehow improved over the stats that you posted earlier, the same holds ...

Swapping SIM cards in Sprint provisioned hotspots do not work since the IMEI is tied the SIM Card and plan.

It is possible to "call" Sprint (I used the business phone number), and tell them you need to change out a non-working device.

Sprint will need the phone number assigned to the Franklin ...

Hopefully it will be eventually stable enough for me to turn it on with the WG3526 box.

I use the new WiFix GoldenOrb build on the WG3526 and the wifi works flawlessly. Here is the link I was provided:

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1VG_CMlTxFri_xMx9dCm33LRbilV4Gr9M

Recommended to uncheck ...

I have tried locking into band 41 again and have not had any success connecting. Any last steps I should try?
I've also recently raised the router as high as possible in my room and have noticed that the download speed doesn't increase much, but the upload can jump to as high as 17 mbps, which is ...

The instructions for changing/locking bands are outlined in this tutorial. https://wirelessjoint.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=33

After rebooting it looks like my RSSI is excellent (-83), RSRP is fair (-110)

Looking live I have:
-14 to -20.0 RSRQ (poor)
-3.8 SINR (fair)

So looks like I have a great LTE signal, but something still wrong...?

Wrong, the quality of your carrier's signals is everything but great. In fact ...

I think this topic raises a point worth mentioning. When someone is experiencing issues with a router and/or modem, it is best to start reading the various topics on this forum. If you can understand the problem and its cause, then finding a solution becomes a lot easier.

Most everything discussed ...

If you have no modem tab, then something as happened in the upload process. Upload a new image of GoldenOrb and make certain the save settings checkbox is unchecked. When completed, you should have the modem tab.

I would not use the configuration file to restore it since something was not right.

I don’t even have the modem tab....

It sounds like you have restored the original OpenWRT software. It will not have the modem tab. Use the tutorial that Jim pointed you to before to "Download a fresh image of GoldenOrb".

When you get to the end of the tutorial, there is a link for the next ...

ZBT-WE826
running GoldenOrb_2017-12-15 ( LEDE 17.01.4 r3560-79f57e422d ) / LuCI branch (git-17.290.79498-d3f0685)
Kernel Version 4.4.92

This information is the firmware and build the router is using, not the modem that is installed internally or via USB on the WE826.

And, it might help to ...

Is there something about these routers that sprint doesn't like?

First off, Sprint has no friends but the ones it sells, provisions and controls. The router is just a device to facilitate the modem's connection to the Sprint network which is anonymous to Sprint.

What modem are you using?

If ...

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