DISQUS

swebs · 3 years ago

If your laptop (PC) does not have bluetooth built in, what hardware do you suggest?

Bill D'Alessandro · 3 years ago

hey swebs,

Any Bluetooth hardware should work. You can probably go to BestBuy/Circuit City/your local computer store and pickup a USB Bluetooth dongle for about $10-$20.

There's this one at BestBuy, but I'm sure you can find one a little cheaper.

Rob L · 2 years ago

Do you know if you need a data plan (like NationalAccess at $59.99/month) to use this service?

Bill D'Alessandro · 2 years ago

Hey Rob,

You actually don't need the data plan, that's what makes this method so great!

All you need is a Verizon phone that supports Bluetooth, and ideally free nights and weekends on your plan so you can get totally free minutes during those times.

Fred · 2 years ago

Bill - so just to get it straight, Verizon doesn't charge extra for data usuage using your method?, only airtime minutes?

Bill D'Alessandro · 2 years ago

Hey Fred,

I've been using this method for over a year now, and my plan doesn't have any sort of data feature, and I've never been charged for anything. There are also many other people who are using this method over at HowardForums.com, and nobody has seemed to get in any trouble. Here are some links to threads on the subject there.

Thread 1
Thread 2
Thread 3

Basically the rule of thumb is - use it when you need it, but don't go "crazy" - ie. downloading music and movies, using it 24/7, etc. The idea is to keep your traffic relatively low, if you cause this massive spike, your account will probably get audited.

Hope this clears things up.

Nick · 2 years ago

Thanks for the info.. however I get Error 692: ...

Is there any detail on the modem settings? My vvx9800 only allows 3 min. of bluetooth visibility..

Thoughts?

Scott · 2 years ago

Bill,
I have the same issue as nick. I get a modem error code of 692. Can you offer some advice?

Bill D'Alessandro · 2 years ago

Hey guys,

I'm not sure what's causing your error 692, but I suggest you look for some more information over on Howard Forums. It's a great resource for cellphone power users.

mark-in-gr · 2 years ago

Bill,

I was missing how to force a 1x connection on my phone. Thanks for the information on that!

Now I can connect to the 1x system for free like I have for years (and before I got an EvDO phone, the LG VX8600).

One problem I'm having, though: after connecting to the 1x system, it immediately disconnects me! Any suggestions on setting to keep the connection open long enough to allow my laptop to check e-mail?

Bill D'Alessandro · 2 years ago

Mark,

I think what you're missing is changing the authentication type (step 4 above). If you don't change it, you will get immediately disconnected.

If you already did #4 and still have problems, leave another comment and I'll see if I can help.

- Bill

alec · 2 years ago

Hey bill,
I tried to connect and I got a bad username/password message.I followed all of the instructions and I could not connect. Please help

Thanks,
alec

Phil · 2 years ago

Hey Bill,
I also get the username/password message. My PC dials my phone correctly and then I get the message. Any ideas?

Bill D'Alessandro · 2 years ago

Alec and Phil,

Make sure you have included the "@vzw3g.com" on the end of your username, and that your password is all lowercase "vzw".

- Bill

BILL LAE · 1 year ago

I have a Motorola KRZR, Bill. Can this be made to work with this type cell phone? I have Verizon as my server. Thanks. Bill Lae

BILL LAE · 1 year ago

e mail to you 3/3/08

Bill D'Alessandro · 1 year ago

Bill Lae,

Unfortunately Verizon has updated and further locked down their firmware since I wrote this post. In order to get this hack working with the latest Verizon phones, I believe you have to perform a seem edit to enable editing of the WAP servers.

Checkout Howard Forums for a wealth of information about seem editing and enabling free WAP on the newest Verizon phones.

Varsha · 1 year ago

How to get connected to internet by configuring in the laptop

bill dixon · 1 year ago

what about going the other way, say for instance, getting my treo 700w to work off the internet from my lap top via bluetooth?

khabar isiba · 9 months ago

how can i set up a wireless internet service provider network using ip phone as cpe devices

colocation · 7 months ago

this sounds really interesting - i am going to attempt to set this up and see how it works at home. Thanks for sharing this.

Dj Mc Joe · 6 months ago

hello guys!
i need your help on how i can get free internet connection using my phone G.P.R.S network by paring my laptop with the bluetooth connection or using USB connection to my laptop. how can i then use free service?
I need a connection that can work any where in the world. Pls i really need your reply

ClubPenguinCheats · 3 months ago

Is there any detail on the modem settings? My vvx9800 only allows 3 min. of bluetooth visibility..

xbox 360 controller · 1 month ago

s there any detail on the modem settings? My vvx9800 only allows 3 min. of bluetooth visibility..