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I never intended it to replace my primary Internet connection which is PLDT Home Fibr because obviously you can’t compare the two. But I intend to compare it with its counterpart from Smart which is the Smart Bro Prepaid LTE Home WiFi. Next, choose the model of your Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi modem.
The modem has a thin, sloped rectangular shape and is made of white plastic. Sign up for our free newsletter and get updated every time we publish a new article. We work very hard to bring you the latest in the Philippine and global tech scene. I tested it again at 6 PM and the speed went back down to 0.77 Mbps. This means that speed is slowest during peak hours from 6 PM until midnight. Connect your phone to your Globe at Home wifi if you haven’t done so already.
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My first step was to reset the old modem to factory settings. Back in June 2020, my girlfriend entered into a contract with Globe for the provision of a landline with an Internet connection. We were provided with a Globe At Home modem, model number GAN4PT, manufactured by Shenzhen Gongjin Electronics Co., Ltd. The speed of the connection depends only on the area and placement of your modem.
I would say that I’m a little bit dissatisfied with my purchase. I bought the Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi thinking that it’s comparable to or even better than the competition, but I walked away disappointed. I also tried bringing the modem closer to the window but it showed little difference in terms of Internet speed. Maybe it needs an external antenna that I have to put outside the house and connect to the modem, but that would be too inconvenient for me. It will take some time for the app to verify your account.
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This is an important step meant to stop snoopers and hackers. As you can see in the photo above, all the indicator lights are turned on except the LAN/WAN indicator since I didn’t attach the LAN cable. A blue network mode indicator means that there is 4G signal while a red one means that there’s no signal or the SIM is missing or defective. Attach the DC adapter to the power port at the back of the modem, and then plug the adapter to an electrical socket. This method could be used to extend the reach of your wifi connection, by utilizing old modems as access points.
After that you’ll be free to change the SSID of your wifi and it’s password, change the credentials of the settings portal, and disable DHCP. It is important to disable DHCP to avoid Double Network Address Translation problems. I got 6MBPs from Fast.com and can’t even connect in speedtest by ookla. You can still access the Internet using the Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi modem without it. The app is mainly for conveniently checking your balance and subscribing to data promos like HomeSURF. The Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi device works just like any ordinary modem.
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The modem is capable of handling multiple simultaneous connections at twice the speed and coverage compared to pocket wifi devices. And since it’s a portable, plug-and-play device, the Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi can be carried and placed anywhere within the house. New.globe.com.ph needs to review the security of your connection before proceeding. To load your Globe at Home prepaid account, simply buy cellphone load at any retailer or request for it from a friend through the pasaload feature. Don’t forget to use the prepaid wifi number specific to your account.
Click “Next” and then you will be connected to the network if the password is correct. The modem will immediately turn on after plugging it to a power source, so there’s no need to press the power button. At the back, you can find the SIM card slot and the external antenna port. Refer to the quick start guide booklet for instructions on how to attach an external antenna and to replace the SIM card. Take note that removing the SIM card will void the warranty.
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The Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi is great for those who are living in rooms and apartments where a fixed-line connection is not possible. Every one can test the coverage using a smartphone connected to Globe and using a speed test tool before buying a Globe wifi at home. I started my speed test at 7 PM and was quite disappointed with the speed although the latency is alright. Speedtest.net showed a download speed of 0.41 Mbps while Fast.com says it’s 0.49 Mbps. I attributed it to the fact that it’s done during peak hours when there are more Internet users, causing congestion in the network. Immediately after logging in for the first time, you will be prompted to change the password.
Not sure din kung 4G sim card yung nakalagay since may seal sya and cant open it because possible ma void yung warranty. First, open the app and enter the prepaid wifi number which can be found at the back of the modem. After changing the wifi password, you will have to re-enter the new password to connect to the wifi network. If you’re using a Windows 10 computer or laptop, click the network button on the lower right portion of the screen . It did not take long for us to realize that the landline option was useless, at least in our location. Thus we switched to the prepaid Globe At Home broadband, which has better connectivity in our area.
The modem comes with a one-year warranty and a 7-day replacement period in case of defects. Bought this as well today but a little bit disappointed. They told me from the store that if you have a 4G signal in your area, then most likely same din makukuha ng Prepaid Wifi. I did that and I’m not disappointed as I have a speed of 37 Mbps download here in Catanduanes. But you should say the area where I tested the modem has bad Globe coverage.
Enter the username and password of your Globe at Home account. To know your username and password, check the bottom of the modem. The default username is user while the password is @l03e1t3.
At the top of the modem are the power button and the WPS button. If you want to turn off the modem, you can just push down the power button. The WPS button is used to connect the modem to wireless devices. I bought the Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi device from Shopee since it only costs less than ₱900 there.
An affordable broadband modem for those who need Internet wifi connections without subscribing to postpaid and fixed-line plans. Users can avail of Internet data promos to access the Internet for a limited time. Tends to suffer from slow speed especially during peak hours. In most cases, you don’t need to change anything except the modem password. Make sure that you know what you’re doing before changing the settings. If anything goes wrong, you can always press the reset button to revert to the default configuration.
A former DOST scholar and electronics engineering student, he is passionate about technology and how it can change the world for the better. With a price tag of only ₱999, the Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi is still a good choice for light browsing and surfing. Just don’t expect it to stand up to heavy Internet usage. If you use it to watch YouTube videos and Netflix movies, you might experience a lot of buffering. And if you use it during peak hours like the evening, don’t be surprised if speed slows down to a crawl. I bought the Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi with low expectations.
If you want to monitor your account without logging in to the Globe at Home dashboard, you can install the Globe at Home app. The app is available in Google Play and the App Store. You can now see your Globe at Home dashboard with links to the wifi settings, statistics, SMS and advanced settings. With the modem all set up, let’s connect to the Internet.
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