Using a data mobile wi-fi device abroad (UK to Spain) [closed]

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I have a Huawei E5330 (branded Vodafone Mobile Wi-Fi R207) modem (Mobile Wi-Fi, not to be confused with dongles which connect directly to the USB). I have had it unlocked by Vodafone UK so that I can use in when travelling abroad. I verified that the unlocking worked with an EE SIM. However, it was somewhat difficult to find the right settings as I needed to manually tell the network technology (IPv4 or IPv6), the IPv4 APN, IPv4 Number, Security (PAP or CHAP), IPv4 Username, and IPv4 Password. I am worried that if I enter a mobile store in Spain and buy a prepaid data SIM, I may not be able to use it.

It appears that providers do have APN information, but the other fields are missing. This wiki additionally lists username and password, but still not the technology, Number, or Security. Perhaps smartphones figure out this configuration autonomously, but the Huawei E5330 does not.

What can I do to make sure I will be able to use a data-only SIM purchased abroad in my unlocked Mobile Wi-Fi modem?

Edit: See a screenshot below of the page where I am asked this information. Until I added the fields that are filled in manually below, the Connect button would not do anything. When using a Vodafone UK SIM, the Account type can be set such that the details are filled in automatically (depending on Pay-as-you-go or Subscription-based), but with any other SIM, the only option is Custom.

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Screenshot with information page. For the EE SIM I inserted to test that the unblocking worked, I managed to scrape the correct information from a combination of online sources, using a secondary internet access that I won't have when abroad.






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Can you use mobile WiFi abroad?

Yes you can. To use mobile broadband using a dongle or to use a tablet when you're roaming abroad, you'll need to buy a roaming broadband data add-on.

Can I use mifi abroad?

You can use your tablet, dongle or Mobile Wi-Fi devices in over 138 destinations with us. They won't all work in every country, though, because some networks in other countries work on different frequencies. If you're on a Pay Monthly plan, you'll already be set up to use your device abroad.

How do I get WiFi when traveling internationally?

The Best Options for Internet Access when Traveling
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  • Just use WiFi for Internet Access.


  • How do I use my mobile data in Spain?

    Spain is a Go Roam in Europe destination which means you can use your data here at no extra cost. If you have an Add-on with a data allowance of 12GB or greater, a fair use limit applies, with use over 12GB subject to a surcharge (see below).



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