The activation of the broadband2go my account portal screenshotlike mobile phone service is quite simple and users can add megabytes whenever needed. I installed it on my windows vista pc and set up internet connection sharingics. Virgin mobile s broadband2go is a great concept, but it is plagued by poorly written software and a less than competent support staff and website. A small novatel software program is already preloaded on the virgin card. Mobile broadband troubleshooting virgin mobile australia.
So i called virgin mobiles tollfree tech support line. The instructions in the downloaded manual are a bit confusing, and i wound up with a double charge to my credit card the. Weve got you covered well autotransfer your account to boost mobile with your existing phone and same great service. Find out more about your bill and how we charge you. Buy novatel wireless ovation mc760 broadband2go prepaid usb modem virgin. Account or phone number please enter an account number. Change your monthly plan right in the app check your account balance, view, download, print and pay your bill easily manage your travel usage view your wireless and home internet usage add and remove addons. If a user account control window appears, click continue or allow. I received notice that the service on my mobile broadband device will not be transferred. Virgin mobile canada was the first mobile carrier in canada to launch without. The session menu the tools menu the options menu the help menu additional features the session menu the session menu allows you to connect to networks, disconnect from networks, enable airplane mode and exit the application. Mar 25, 2011 last month, virgin mobile announced a payasyougo alternative to contractbased mobile wireless. Virgin mobile 3g mobile broadband, zero contract pcworld.
Virgin mobile usa is discontinuing and your account is transferring to boost mobile soon. Click start programs novatel wireless virgin mobile broadband2go. The friend you referred may have cancelled their virgin media or virgin mobile services. Will i be able to access my virgin mobile account up until the transfer to boost mobile. Virgin mobile broadband2go activation, setup, and speed tests.
Novatel ovation mc760 virgin mobile broadband broadband2go. We have 2 novatel broadband2go manuals available for free pdf download. Pay your bill, check your usage, grab a travel pass and so much more. Calling other countries and calling while travelling abroad. For broadband2go customers please call customer care at 18778778443.
Recently i wanted to get internet in my home for cheap. Virgin media business mobile customers log in to your virgin media business mobile account. Please check youre registered and that youve typed your email address correctly. Install the connection software windows 7 virgin mobile.
Unfortunately, i was not able to get my broadband2gonovatel usb modem working with the methods described above, and on the novatel site. Many people have had the same problem vm tech support personnel are polite, but unknowledgeable and are left with a useless device. Account or phone number the account number doesnt match our records. Just cant use the manager software that came on the mc760. Now i connect to the internet on my pc and enable the ethernet connection on the laptop and im on the internet from my laptop using the virgin mobile u600. With a virgin mobile broadband2go plan, activation is simple and megabytes can be added as often as needed with creditdebit cards or virgin mobile topup cardswhich can be used to purchase data usage from 100 mb to 1 gb. It actually took me quite a while to set it up because i didnt program the modem after activating it. Virgin mobile usa virgin mobile usa customer service is a joke. But, using the network preferences in snow leopard is working fine so far. Broadband2go software download, unlimited internet is a go. This section will guide you through the installation and setup process for the broadband2go software on mac os 10.
Perhaps this does not work with powerpc macs, which is what i own. I have had the worst time with my novatel ovation mc760 mobile broadband modem virgin mobile broadband2go not installing its drivers. Virgin mobile broadband2go novatel mc760 apple community. This is by far the best deal you can get for mobile internet access in this country. If there are signs of life from my side, they will likely be transmitted using the virgin mobiles broadband2go. With broadband2go, you buy the usb modem, then pay for blocks of service as needed no contract. I also purchased a u600 on virgin mobile awhile back when i was still experimenting with stealth techniques but i found that in my area of southern california i seem to get really bad service with their network or the software and hardware is buggy to begin with. The friend you referred is an existing customer or has had virgin media or virgin mobile within the last six months. You can also check your account anytime by logging into my account. Connection software must be installed prior to plugging in the device.
Virgin mobile broadband2go activation, setup, and speed. I figured that it was time to get some firsthand experience with the service, and they were kind enough send me a novatel 2200 mifi hostpot. It will prompt you to install it the first time you use the card on your computers. On sunday we fly from nyc to salt lake city and then will be driving around utah, wyoming, arizona, nevada and california.
Virgin mobile usa broadband2go u600 usb dongle ebay. Right now, the virgin mobile broadband2go plan is available with two devices. Getting started is simple, just download, sit back and relax while the app quickly verifies your sim over the virgin mobile network. Virgin mobile has a broadband2go software that is needed to connect to the network. Assurance wireless is brought to you by virgin mobile usa and is a lifeline assistance program supported by the federal universal service fund. Your specific date of transfer and additional details will be communicated in advance of your account transfer. Virgin mobile my account the my account app lets you manage your account 247 from your phone. Virgin mobile usa broadband2go internet service announced. While credit card is the preferred way to fund the account, you can top it only with a credit card. Fill in the form below with your virgin mobile phone number, account pin and question. If your virgin mobile broadband isnt working the way it should, check out these. Virgin mobiles 4g is not lte it is only the slower wimax service available in.
Whether you are using a mac or a pc, you will need to install the drivers that come with the modem. Entirely turn off zonealarm firewall, prior to plugging in usb aircard. Connect the usb modem to a usb port on the computer. If a user account control message appears, click allow. Feb 10, 2011 i followed her recommendations and i can now connect to my broadband2go account and get my 3g. Mar 10, 2010 the virgin broadband2go activation number. Should i charge virgin mobile now stating my usual hourly rate. Vodafone mobile broadband vmb provides an internet connection for your laptop or desktop computer using the mobile phone network. Enter your datacard account number and start paying broadband bills, verifying your transactions, and much more. But my netbook didnt recognize the modem and asked me to find the software driver for it. Click next select the desired installation folder and click next click next note. In the autoplay window, click broadband2go installation. Stay on top of your virgin fibre, tv and phone account, fuss free and on the go.
Boost perks, a reward program exclusive to boost mobile customers. Plug it into an open usb port and follow the installation prompts. Oneclick activation for supported devices gps features and services are available at the touch of a button for gpscapable devices easy connections to sprint wifi networks around the globe, available on a. Can anyone post the broadband2go software for the mac. Unlimited plus plan streams video at up to hd 1080p. Oneclick activation for supported devices gps features and services are available at the touch of a button for gpscapable devices easy connections to sprint wifi networks around the. In most instances, your existing account will be transferred to boost mobile with. So it installs fine but whenever i start up the broadband2go widget software, it doesnt seem to see my mifi device. Insert the modem into a usb port on the computer, then click ok.
However, i did notice today, october 1, on the virgin mobile broadband site, under system requirements, they listed mac os x for the first time. Select the desired installation folder and click next. I decided to try the device out to see how it holds up on my new macbook a late 2009 2. Wireless plans, home broadband internet, member benefits program. Account or phone number looks like the account number or phone number you entered isnt correct. Last month, virgin mobile announced a payasyougo alternative to contractbased mobile wireless. In the autoplay window, click broadband2go installation note. We think there may be a problem with the email address youre using. All in all, the most frustrating experience i have ever had with software, and ive been working with computers for over 20 years so i know my way around a bit. Virgin mobile account transfer to boost mobile faqs plans.
Dec 12, 20 i finally gave up on trying to install the virgin mobile u600 on my windows 8. Every other service is both more expensive and has a tiny data cap, and usually. My mc760 stopped working its not the drivers, the manual says it needs to be reset, there is a push button on the inside of the device that is used to reset the modem accessible through one of the small holes on the side. I finally gave up on trying to install the virgin mobile u600 on my windows 8. Using virgin mobile broadband2go there are several menus within the connection manager. The transition will strand virgin mobile broadband and broadband2go. I received this broadband2go wireless usb card before i was expecting it. Virgin mobile broadband driver software free download. Switching to a new device with different mobile broadband technologies than your existing device 3g,wimax or lte before the end of your current plan cycle will result in an immediate plan restart. Install the connection software windows 8 virgin mobile. There are two ways to launch the broadband2go software. In most cases, existing virgin mobile account will be transferred to, a comparable or better boost mobile service plan at no extra cost. Just pop in your registered email address and your virgin mobile number below and then follow the instructions to reset it.
Customers will keep their phone number and device, and monthly payment date will remain the same as long as the customer continues on time payments until the transfer to boost mobile is complete. Virgin mobiles broadband2go is a great concept, but it is plagued by poorly written software and a less than competent support staff and website. Virgin mobile usacell phone partial service for full payment. Hd buyup streams video at up to hd 1080p, music at up to 1. I followed her recommendations and i can now connect to my broadband2go account and get my 3g.
The my account app lets you manage your account 247 from your phone. Service within nationwide coverage area reaching more than 295 million people. So far, it is two thumbs down for the installation and two thumbs up for the operation. Vodafone mobile broadband includes a modem accessory for your computer unless this is part of the computer hardware plus special software that enables you to. Access your bills, keep a check on service in your area and find out whats. These have now been set in your browser, and by continuing to use our website youll be telling us youre okay with that. Sep 15, 2010 virgin mobile broadband2go in linux recently i wanted to get internet in my home for cheap. Will i remain in this program when i am transitioned to boost. If there are signs of life from my side, they will likely be transmitted using the virgin mobile s broadband2go.
Download this software to create a highspeed internet connection for your computer anywhere on the sprint 3g or 4g network with your mobile broadband device. Account or phone number account numbers should have at least 8 characters. The virgin mobile prepaid 3g usb adapter offers a nationwide 3g wireless. The computer will automatically install the drivers for the device and broadband2go will activate the modem. Aug 23, 2010 right now, the virgin mobile broadband2go plan is available with two devices.
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