Pay-As-You-Go Mobile Broadband from 3Gstore requires NO contract, NO credit checks, and NO deposits and is the ideal solution for folks needing only occasional mobile broadband access, a backup internet plan, temporary access for a conference or tradeshow, infrequent travelers, and anyone simply wanting to avoid a credit check and contract!
How it Works: Pay-As-You-Go Mobile Broadband from 3Gstore is extremely easy to use - it works just like a pre-paid cell phone, but with data instead of voice minutes. You simply purchase the aircard (
included in this bundle) and then purchase pre-paid service as you need it
(1GB included in this bundle). The service can be bought in 250MB or 1GB increments (
a 1GB service card is included in this bundle) either online or by calling a toll-free number. Once you activate your pre-paid service, you can use your aircard just like you would if you had a contract with a service provider - you can use the aircard right in your computer or even use it with a
router to share the connection with multiple computers! Once you've used the data you paid for, you can easily add more or just hang on to your aircard until the next time you need it.
How Much Does it Cost? The Sierra Wireless 598U modem (
included in this bundle) is $79.99, and that is a one-time cost - you OWN the modem. There are two options for the pre-paid service:
The pre-paid service cards have NO expiration or time limit until you activate it - meaning you can purchase the pre-paid service cards anytime and have them available and ready for when you need them!
Benefits of Using Pay-As-You Go Mobile Broadband from 3Gstore:
- NO contracts
- NO credit check
- NO deposits
- NO drivers license or social security number required
- NO daily or monthly fees
- NO expiration date on the pre-paid service cards (once you activate the service, you must use it within 8 days [for the 250MB] or 30 days [for the 1GB], but until you activate it, it will never expire!)
- Nationwide 3G coverage onv Sprint's network - check your Sprint coverage here: 3Gstore.com/coverage
- The 598U aircard is compatible with a wide variety of mobile broadband routers - share your connection with multiple computers/devices!
- The 598U aircard features an antenna port where you can connect an external antenna to improve your signal
- The 598U supports GPS Location Based Services via SmartView, and GPS tracking when used with Cradlepoint routers
Who Should Use Pay-As-You-Go Mobile Broadband? Pre-paid mobile broadband can be a great option for many users. Here are just a few situations where Pay-As-You-Go mobile broadband is a perfect solution:
- Occasional travelers - if you have cable or DSL at home and only need mobile broadband occasionally, now you can stay connected while on the road and not have to pay for the service while you're at home!
- Business trips, conferences, trade shows
- Backup in case your primary internet connection goes down
- Temporary/short-term internet access
- RV-ers who use campground WiFi - when campground WiFi is unavailable or unreliable, you'll have a backup ready
- Canadian travelers who want to stay connected on their trips to the US
- Folks who tried to sign up for a contract with a service provider but were told they needed to pay a hefty deposit due to poor or no credit
- Anyone wanting to avoid signing a contract or going through a credit check
This bundle includes:
- Sierra Wireless 598U EVDO Rev-A USB Modem
- one
1GB (1000MB) pre-paid service card (no expiration; lasts 30 days once activated. Reloadable any time online or via a toll-free number)
- a CD with the connection manager software for both Mac and Windows computers (including Mac 10.3 - 10.6x and Windows XP, Vista and Win7)
- a 3Gstore Tipsheet to help you get started.
Optional items for use with your Pay-As-You-Go Service:
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT RETURNS: Pay-As-You-Go modems and service cards are NOT returnable (if the modem itself is defective, it can be exchanged within 14 days. Please see our full return policy here:
3Gstore.com/rma)
NOTE: these pre-paid modems and service cards are ONLY for use with this pay-as-you-go service. You CANNOT use the pre-paid service with other devices, nor can you activate the 598U modem with another carrier, including other pre-paid services like Virgin Broadband2Go
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