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Unlike Windows, setting up USB modem on Linux, Ubuntu is not so straightforward. Most USB modems do not come with Linux drivers, so USB modems don't work immediately on Linux. The ideal solution is to install USB modem drivers on Linux, Ubuntu computers and simply set up Internet connection for USB modem to work. In this article, we will guide you on how to set up USB Modem on Linux, Ubuntu.
Setting up USB Modem on Linux, Ubuntu
Follow these steps to set up USB Modem on Linux, Ubuntu:
Step 1: Plug the USB modem into the USB port on your Linux, Ubuntu computer. The computer will detect the USB device and display a notification 'New Mobile Broadband Connection.'
Click on the Wifi icon in the system tray. A menu containing various options will be displayed on the screen.
Step 2: What you need to do is click on the Edit Connections option to open a window displaying all connections on your computer.
Click on the Add button on the right side of the window to add a new connection.
Step 3: Select Mobile Broadband from the menu, then click on the Create button.
Step 4: Choose your USB modem, then on the next window, select Continue.
Step 5: On the next window, you will be prompted to select your country and region. Choose the country and region you reside in, then click on Continue.
Step 6: The next window will display some Internet service providers available in your area. Make sure to select the correct Internet service provider you are using with your modem, then click on Continue.
Step 7: After selecting the package, click on Continue and save your connection.
If the Internet service provider you are using is not listed, you can manually enter the provider and then click on the Continue button. You will be prompted to select an APN setup package automatically.
In the Number field, enter *99#, make sure you enter the correct APN, leave the Password and Username fields blank.
After clicking on the network icon in the system tray, you will see the new connection you just created. Click on this connection to connect to the network via USB modem. That's how you successfully set up USB Modem on Linux, Ubuntu.
Here's how to set up USB modem on Linux, Ubuntu. With this method, you can connect to the Internet through a USB modem on Linux, Ubuntu computer. The Internet connection speed depends on the package and the Internet service provider you choose. To save data usage, you can follow some methods for saving 3G data when using Dcom 3G. Don't forget to share your opinions with Mytour.
