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I'm trying to get my streaming device on my local network to bypass the bonding function and go direct out the master connection. The WAN side of my router receives it's IP (192.168.100.2) via DHCP from the OMR device. The LAN side of my router dishes out 192.168.0.xxx addresses, The IP of my ...

Quick question--

Has anyone attempted to run a VPN or proxy at the VPS site to further obfuscate/secure connection and bypass blocking done for having a datacenter IP address?

Have some time off and may attempt this, but I'm honestly not sure if possible. Considering Pihole can be run from VPS ...

The TLDR for the original posting/thoughts:

Folks are getting terminated for using too much data via unlimited data plans the way that carriers (by very gray definition) say is a violation of TOS
One potential way to counter this may be to utilize several ISP's with a load-balancing router setup ...

Hello! I've successfully setup an OpenMPTCProuter on an Intel-i3 based SBC with 8 Gigabit NIC's (industrial PC/router enclosure) I imported from China (the usual suspects). Pretty much everything went without a hitch, save attempting to find a VPS provider that could potentially provide a ...

Hi,

This by no means answers your question, but you may wish to consider www.Ubifi.net for an initial, turnkey solution, and go from there. There are other MVNO's as well (I am sure decent and non-decent ones), but I have experience using Ubifi myself, and they don't suck. Upon checking the site ...

Hello again,

A little clarification is likely in order here, as the first post was not an advice seeking column per se, but more sharing an idea to solve a problem very specific to a rural situation where few to no realistic/cost-effective alternatives exist, in light of the ever-changing ...

Hi,

I have been reading a lot lately on the crackdowns/plan terminations going on throughout the community. I would imagine this will affect the setup I use sooner or later, as I would define my use as moderate to heavy (400-800GB/month, approximate).

I am currently using two MVNO's for TMobile ...

I read that post before, however it's really hard to find an EM20-G , I wish there was another alternative with lots of frequencies.

Reach out to Didneywhorl if you are looking for an EM20-G (I recently bought one from him). He may still have some in stock. You can get his email by contacting ...

Sitrep, Day 15:

The SimpleMobile solution, as setup by BillA, is still working strong. Some promising details worth sharing and some equipment alterations worthy of note:

With fair certainty, my use so far with this plan, for this period is over 100GB. I have not experienced throttling issues ...

What provider are you using? If it is AT&T or an AT&T reseller (MVNO), you may be experiencing an issue that has cropped up recently. If this is the case, the issue is not on your end--it is AT&T's doing. More info on this can be found searching the forums (can point you in the right direction if ...

After trying out some other flat panels from several sources/vendors, I thought I'd try the parabolic grid 2x MIMO antenna from netsolution.shop (thewirelesshaven.com).

What stands out in the specs is an impressive a 21dBi gain from 1710-2690MHz:
antenna_specs.jpeg

For my specific application ...

Please understand the non-scientific nature of what I am about to say, as I have nothing but an hour's worth of experimentation to back it up:

Arrow points down (towards Earth)

This appeared to give the most gain (primary and diversity antennas), as reported by the MOFI4500 (stock). Similar ...

OK, this may be a silly one, but I'm not understanding the answers I'm researching.

Recently purchased a chooching 21dBi gain parabolic grid antenna from netsolutions.shop (thewirelesshaven.com). There is a red arrow on the antenna stick portion (what mounts to the dish) indicating direction of ...

To further the discussion (and attempt to make sense of things) I did some digging:

atqprtpara_modem_cmd.jpeg

(source: https://wenku.baidu.com/view/58f3d4b919 ... 9a55b.html)

Deelowe,

Your issue sounds quite common regarding a situation many of us have been experiencing in the recent past regarding AT&T MVNO's and service interruptions. Some of the issues specifically report the kit we are both using (MOFI), but from past reads/research, I do not believe it is limited ...

Have you tried to use it as a startup AT command in ROOTer? IIRC there is a setting specifically for it.

I'd like to see where that may be--could be useful for future experimentation. I was exploring the WG3526's Linux filesystem via terminal connection (ssh), and grepping for "AT+" commands to ...

Update:

No luck whatsover, sadly. It may be a malfunctioning unit. No nvram setting will persist past a reboot. I've been working with BillA to try a number of different approaches, including reverting the firmware to a previous version using a M.2 to USB adapter and a Windows box. No joy. The ...

Hello,

I'm attempting to configure a Quectel EM20-G for my setup, and have run into a dead end. Specifically, commands that persist on my EM12-G (such as disabling roaming) do not persist across a reboot on the EM20-G.

Specifics: I initiate a query command for roaming: AT+QCFG="roamservice ...

Situation Report:

Attached a Poynting model A-XPOL-0002-V3-01 to the WG3526 (SimpleMobile/TMobile towers) after attempting to use it for my MOFI-4500 setup (AT&T towers, which had unusably bad signal compared to the two Wilson model 314453's mounted in my attic).

For the WG3526, nonscientific ...

Bummer that is is SMA connection. I picked up one of these too while waiting for The Wireless Haven to restock their 15dBi flat panel. Need to see about adapting it to N-type connectors in order to use it with my lightning arrestors.

There is an N-Type connector version available, please see ...

Ideally, I'd like to go with the WG3526 and at least a Cat 12 modem.

Hi JR531--I'm currently experimenting with a WG3526 and a Quectel EM12-G modem (CAT12). I'm currently using SimpleMobile for the MVNO, and so far so good. Still doing some tweaks here and there, but I have no regrets as of ...

Thank you all. Sorry for being dense.

Does anyone have the A20 firmware available for the EM12-G? I thought I had downloaded it when the link was still valid, but the download is corrupt. Very. Stuck. Thank you for your time and the trouble, if you can help.

OK--I've got to ask, and please know I've searched for an answer as well as experimented.

How do I easily post pics to my forum posts? I am doing something wrong here.

The 'add attachment' route doesn't seem ideal, as it just sticks pics at the end of the post (no real editing foo avail)

The [img ...

Antenna kit arrive today. I really like the wall/pole mount swivel antenna. Order placed from https://store.nwtowers.com --they were quick to ship and send tracking (happy).

The antenna:
antenna.jpeg

The mount:
mount2.jpeg
mount1.jpeg

More to come regarding the wall mount I intend on ...

Didneywhorl wrote: Fri Aug 07, 2020 12:04 am I can help.

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I'll remove my email from here in 24 hours

Hi Didneywhorl--we are already chatting via email, thank you (it's Justin D.). Take down email when you can--don't want you getting spammed.

Situation Report:

It's been about 5 days of use with the current SimpleMobile approach, and I am happy to report all is working well.

If you are reading this post without having read up on the previous info regarding using SimpleMobile with a Quectel EC25-AF/EM12-G (probably more), I politely ...

Tried to make that sound like a personal.

Joking aside, anyone know where I can source an EM20-G without importing one from China in 4-8 weeks?

Asking for a friend...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D4FVC61/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BDKN3XV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

All day. They have the thermal sticky already on them. They work GOOD.

Awesomesauce! Buying some ...

Hi there,

I own an EM12-G too. Cannot take the credit for the info, I got it from BillA, who would likely be answering this if I had not beat him to the punch!

From BillA:
Mode change commands:

AT+QCFG="usbnet",0
Place into QMI

If that doesn't work then try:

AT+QPRTPARA=3
Master reset

I have ...

Welcome to the forums!

Regarding your question—the stage of technical maturity of which you ask currently is best described as hobbyist. I recently burned through 150 dollars over several days in service plans to learn a somewhat obvious lesson (it happens). If you are going to be working full time ...

I've got one, been happy with it using ATT. Not sure how it compares with the The Wireless Haven as I have different setups for the two (Poyning with a 25 foot cable run, LTE extremely short with outdoor router).

Glad to hear.

I just did (another) amateur tower survey. It would appear the ...

Hi all,

I did a brief search for this on the forum, but as of yet have no real details on someone's real-world use regarding one of these (soon to change). I just bought this with plans for a high wall mount (bought the swiveling antenna mount as well). Specs look decent, and it will be my first ...

To be honest even when the EM12 even without the Carrier Aggregation runs good!
I got whole allot of stuff recently bought and had no intention of keeping all of it. If you don't need TTL settings this Fibocom works just fine just want the ability to have TTL and most my family needs it. They are ...

With the intention of using it only to upgrade the firmware on the EM12-G, I recently purchased this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PD ... 90J1GP6HGX

I'll report back with results when it arrives.

I bought the adapter inside the modem from the Facebook store. Didn't want another thing outside the router to deal with.
Eventually mine will be in the attic again.

The facebook store would be my first choice as well. They are offline for the immediate future however, so no joy there. Looking ...

Well I had my system get over heated in an attic. Them decided wanted to upgrade. So been buying multiple things to try them out. Whether I get this to work or not plan on selling it. Also have a Quectel EP06 & EM12.
Thinking of trying a EM20 next.
Do this for myself and family and friends in the ...

Hi gsheb,

I honestly hope you get the WG1608 working and don't need to sell it--it looks like decent kit. I may be interested though if it comes to that. Watching intently your experience here, as it seems we are in similar boats.

Best,

Justin

Now got EM12 installed back in WG3526 and tested it and it worked.. Now doing CA bands 2 & 12 on T-mobile with the new version A20 firmware.

I'm having similar CA issues with a EM12-G running firmware reported as 'EM12GPAR01A18M4G' (TMobile). Thankfully I was able to download the shared files ...

Hi all,

Seriously considering heatsink options for my current attic modem setups. Curious what those have found to work best and what sort of thermal paste/glue sticky-stuff you used to attach to the modem in question. Links are welcome!

Current setup is a Quectel EM12-G in a WG3526 that just ...

Situation Report:

First off and this is IMPORTANT if you have not read up on past posts regarding this subject:

It appears SimpleMobile is getting wise to router use, and is suspending/hotlining/blocking SIMS based on a number of criteria. You've been warned.

Backstory: Using a EC25-AF modem in ...

Happy weekend, all!

Was wondering when netsolution.shop and/or thewirelesshaven.com may be open again. Hopefully soon (and sensitive to the recent move—hope all is well).

Take my money, please!

Best,

Justin

As a side note (and a FYI), although there is no performance issue or lack of connectivity due to it, the modem active LED ("3G/4G") on the WG3526 is no longer functioning while using the EM12-G (located in a PCI-E to M2 adapter).

Testing has shown the LED is functional, and can be manually ...

First surgery done on my WG3526. I replaced the EC25-AF with a EM12-G. Fairly straightforward. I was under the impression that the EM12-G had three antenna ports for 3x MIMO. This is not the case. It has Main, Div, and GNSS antenna ports. I drilled and added the third port anyway, as I bought the ...

Looks like it may not be limited to EC25-AF; EM12-G looks to be hotlined on Simple within hours of use as well.

Where are you guy sourcing these from? I may be interested in buying one, but so far prices appear above $530 US for single piece orders from China.

Thinking out loud-

If your signal was strong enough so you could keep costs low without additional, expensive antenna kit, bundle 3-4 of these plans (each with its own modem/hardware setup) into a load balancing/failover router. Or figure out how to do this with a single piece of router kit and 3-4 ...

Situation report:

Many thanks to BillA for setting up the SimpleMobile SIM with video compression disabled. Router is up and running with some details to note:
* This is not the intended modem I'll be using (currently EC25-AF, Cat4 modem, which I do not believe does CA)
* The base-grade antennas ...

Found this while looking up the field service number for an IPhone device. Good video with descriptions and candid use the the my favorite word, "bullshit." Hope it helps someone.

(Phone Keypad) *3001#12345#* (Call)

Video link:
* https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9uPEEznQxtA

I just went to my not-so-local 7-11 and picked up the 'Keep Your Own Phone SIM kit' from SimpleMobile. Cost was about a dollar and change.

Going to ping BillA about it and see what I can do regarding getting it setup with an old, unlocked IPhone and turning off 480P video compression. Will post ...

This is likely overkill:
* StarTech.com UPOESPLT1G StarTech Network 1Port 60W PoE Injector Splitter Kit (about $170 US)

I am surprised that there aren't many common options for a 12V DC POE splitter rated at 3Amps (36watts).

You are correct, Viper67857--the barrel jack looks to be 5.5 x 2.1 x 10mm (a 2.1mm jack)

The 48V to 12V 3A POE+ Gigabit Splitter sold by thewirelesshaven.com & https://facebook.com/netsolution.shop/shop/ appears to be a solid choice as well. Alternatives to facebook stores TBD--for a 3Amp solution ...

Hello,

Addressing current supply/demand concerns, I purchased a used WG3526 recently. It is the non-POE version. My setup will eventually evolve into the need to support this using POE. Thankfully, there are options (I am currently powering my MOFI4500 using an injector/splitter setup with decent ...

This is excellent. Thank you! iptables approach is a good alternative—I can muck through it if I spend enough time researching what it is I’m trying to do due to lack of often/common use (my fault/problem, not iptables fault). It’s a bad excuse, but the one I am currently using. Thank you again.

Thank you. Was confused that I could still use the cart on the website (lesson learned). Placed an order as recommended, then surprisingly had to undo all the ‘help’ facebook did for me (like linking paypal to facebook marketplace without asking).

Answering this question myself as well, in hopes of helping others.

For the WG3526, it would appear that the Mini PCI-E to M.2 adapter to use is the one with the top-mounted SIM card tray. Link below, thank you, and sorry.
* https://wirelessjoint.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=832

Apogies in advance for the silly question--it would appear there is stock at thewirelesshaven.com for some things I would like to purchase (Mini PCI-E to M.2 adapter card and a Quectel EM20-G modem).

Although the store is technically closed, is it possible to purchase these items? I'd much rather ...

Set TTL on WG3526 running 'openwrt-WiFiX-WG3526-GO2020-05-16-upgrade.bin':
* Network --> Firewall --> Custom TTL Settings
* Check 'Enabled'
* Set TTL as desired from textbox 'TTL Value'

Likely perform a device reboot afterwards--not sure if necessary, but it ensures the settings take effect ...

Hello!

I've been stalking the board for some time. I have a rural setup that currently consists of a Mofi4500 using Ubifi.net MVNO's data plan. My background is computer science and electrical engineering, and I've worn a few hats over the years with a few different places.

When I first joined ...

Hi. I had planned on doing something similar, albeit with only two LTE modems. I came up with the following solution using an EdgeRouter 4 (there are more upscale variants of this, but it fit the bill for me); may help--may not.

https://help.ubnt.com/hc/en-us/articles/205145990-EdgeRouter-WAN-Load ...

Hello,

This originally was going to be a DM to BillA, but likely due to the newness of my membership here, I cannot yet do this.

First time poster; just joined. I live out in the sticks at the intersection of VA/MD/WVA. I'd been using an Ubifi-MVNO-based Internet solution (using AT&T's networks ...

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