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USB Modems

USB Modems are available to order, through the University e-Government Contract and Three.

What is a USB Modem?       
What is Broadband?
Cost Involved-Three
How do I order a new device? 

What is a USB Modem?

 A USB modem will let you connect your computer over the high-speed broadband mobile network, so you can browse the web and send and receive email.  It is connected to the computer via USB which makes the product usable with any computer. 

Three 3G Broadband Modem

The Sierra Wireless USB 302 enables uplink speeds of up to 2Mbps and download rates of 7.2 Mbps; however, actual speed is dependent on Three's network coverage at your location.  When outside of 3G broadband coverage, customers will automatically be able to access the web using Three's existing UMTS or GPRS services. 

Experience of testing shows a typical speed of 500kb/s for download. Greater download speeds may be possible depending on network coverage. Experience of testing shows that upload speed is slow; no better than a dial-up modem i.e. 14 - 28 Kb/s. On this basis, the USB modem speeds are suited to Internet browsing but not Internet activity that requires fast upload speed such as gaming. The 15GB monthly download limit which applies is generous for typical Internet browsing but would not be suitable for repeated downloading of large files e.g. movies.  

Cost Involved - Three

  • Under the eGovernment contract, there is no charge for the 3G Broadband Modem device.

  • Monthly rental cost (15GB monthly data limit).  Note: The Blueclick advertised price for the 15GB mobile broadband contract will be discounted by 50% through credit applied on billing.
    If you go over the 15GB monthly limit, the charge is 2c (inc. VAT) per MB

  • Data Roaming cost when outside the Republic of Ireland
    When travelling abroad with Three Broadband you will pay your monthly charge as normal, but in addition, you will be charged for each KB downloaded abroad. This charge varies from country to country. A full Data pricing and a list of countries where you can connect to the internet with Three Broadband is available online.
    Note that there is a charge of €5.00 per MB if you exceed the data limit.  

How do I order a new device?

Repairs

  • Login to blueclick.ie and from the home screen click on Returns & Repairs. Complete the prompted questions and Three will be in contact with you regarding organizing collection of your device for repair. Or you can complete the Three Business Direct Handset Repair Form
Customer Support

Three Terms & Condition are available online