on 11-03-2014 08:25 AM
Hi, I am trying out a new Telstra 4G wifi mobile broadband set up. The 4G modem has a battery as it is supposed to be mobile. But I am mainly using it at home. I have been told not to leave it plugged into the power. But it is inconvenient to have another thing that I now have to check the power level of all the time so I know whether it needs charging. Is it possible to take out the battery and just leave it plugged in? Does anyone here do that? The girl in the shop said NO but if it works I don't see why not?
Does anyone have any experiences to share here? Good or Bad? I really need some feedback on this because I am not sure if I will keep it at home and cut off the home phone/net, or take it to my shop.
Does anyone have problems with drop outs? Or with connecting to it?
Does anyone have a mobile broadband plan with a modem that actually can be left plugged into the power? My current moden is just plugged in all the time so I can forget about it. This new mobile one is a pain because I have to first push the button on the modem before I can use my computer. Then I have to check when it needs charging, which differs depending on how much it's used.
Please can someone with experience give me some information and tips on how to get the most out of mobile broadband at home?
on 12-10-2025 11:26 AM
I've had two, the first one did the same as my second one, I left it plugged in, the battery swelled, so I bought the second one, when the battery swelled, I just took the back off, I still leave it plugged in, and it continues to work, easily feeds 4k from the streaming services I use. I may try taking out the battery, as someone else replied here saying they had, and it still worked. In theory, it should still work, although I'm no expert.
on 12-10-2025 11:58 AM
They asked the question well over 11 years ago (closer to 12)
I doubt they are still waiting
on 12-10-2025 05:41 PM
Especially when Telstra hasn't stocked them for years.
on 12-10-2025 06:20 PM
This is an old post, feel free to start a new thread.