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Satisfy your need for speed. Get the specs on all our speed stick modems and all the info you need to get connected to our super fast new network.

Speed Stick Compatibility

Check which modems are compatible with Cell C’s new UMTS 900 network.
Modem incompatibility may lead to significantly reduced data speeds.

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BLUE UMTS 900 Compatible devices

TABLE 1: HUAWEI MODEMS

Modem Type UMTS 900 UMTS 2100 GSM 900 EDGE GPRS Max DL Max UL
Huawei E1752* Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 5.76Mbps
Huawei E1820* Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 21.6Mbps 5.76Mbps
Huawei B970b Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 5.76Mbps
Huawei E180 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 2.0Mbps
Huawei E2010 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 5.76Mbps
Huawei E5 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 5.76Mbps
Huawei K3565 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 3.6Mbps 5.76Mbps
Huawei E160 No Yes Yes Yes Yes 3.6Mbps 384Kbps
Huawei 156G No Yes Yes Yes Yes 3.6Mbps 384Kbps
Huawei B560 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 5.76Mbps
Huawei B970 No Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 2.0Mbps
Huawei E1550 No Yes Yes Yes Yes 3.6Mbps 384Kbps
Huawei E169 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 384Kbps
Huawei E170 No Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 2.0Mbps
Huawei E172 No Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 2.0Mbps
Huawei E220 No Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 2.0Mbps
Huawei E230 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 5.76Mbps
Huawei E270 No Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 384Kbps
Huawei E272 No Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 2.0Mbps
Huawei E620 No Yes Yes Yes Yes 1.8Mbps 384Kbps
Huawei K3520 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 384Kbps
Huawei K3715 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 2.0Mbps

All other current Huawei Modems are not compatible with Cell C's new UMTS 900 network.
* Available on Cell C's Data Promotion Packages

BLUE UMTS 900 Compatible devices

TABLE 2: ZTE MODEMS

Modem Type UMTS 900 UMTS 2100 GSM 900 EDGE GPRS Max DL Max UL
ZTE MF 633 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 5.76Mbps
ZTE MF 662 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 21.6Mbps 5.76Mbps
ZTE MF 668 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 21.6Mbps 5.76Mbps
ZTE K3520Z Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 384Kbps
ZTE K3765Z Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 5.67Mbps
ZTE MF 636 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.2Mbps 2.0Mbps

All other current ZTE Modems are not compatible with Cell C's new UMTS 900 network.

Specifications are subject to change.
The information on this table is based on the latest information provided by the manufacturers.

If you're having any trouble with your specific modem while using a Cell C SIM card, go to the Troubleshooting page to get our technical consultants to assist you.

Speed Stick Types


ZTE MF 668
The ZTE MF668 USB Modem allows you to browse and download at speeds up to 21.6 Mbps on our HSPA+ network. Transform your laptop or desktop into a mobile office and experience the fastest mobile internet speeds in South Africa, without having to find a Wi-Fi Hotspot!

With peak data speeds of up to 21.6 Mbps on the downlink and 5.76 Mbps on the uplink, the ZTE MF668 design delivers significant performance enhancements over previous broadband technologies.

Modem Specs

  • 3G Operating Frequency: HSPA+/UMTS 850/1900/2100Mhz
  • 2G Operating Frequency: GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900Mhz
  • HSUPA up to 5.76Mbps uplink
  • HSDPA up to 21Mbps downlink
  • Storage: Supports up to 8GB Micro-SD cards (not included)
  • Multi-colour LED indicator for real-time service status, technology modes, and error conditions
  • Weight: 26 grams
  • Dimensions: 77mm × 28mm × 12mm

Single distinguishing characteristic:

Remove the back cover on the speed stick. Remove the SIM card. You should see a blue ZTE logo once the SIM card is removed.

Requirements:

Windows

  • Windows®2000 service pack 4 or
  • Windows® XP or
  • Windows® Vista or
  • Windows® 7 and
  • 20MB free disk space and
  • one USB 2.0 high speed port.

Mac

  • OS X 10.4 or higher and
  • 20MB free disk space and
  • one USB 2.0 high speed port.

 



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