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This is normal sub though.

And I know this test would halved my data

Gshems:
how much is starlink

Got a brand new Gen 2 for 418k on Konga.

Hopez456:
If your device is the old ODU (Zlt) you can try connecting the device directly to power rather than use the ordinary battery.

Talking from experience.

No it's the Hert Router

morikee:
For the past 3 days wallahi i don tire for this constant no Internet access person can't browse for more than 5 to 10 min data access will vanish you have to either disconnect and reconnect or reboot this is very frustrating

Try disabling Single SSID and see if it helps.

When this is enabled, 2.4GHz and 5.0,GHz sometimes get to toggle between each especially when the network is bad.

Disable and connect to either one of them.

Rokynwastar:
Try disabling Single SSID and see if it helps.

When this is enabled, 2.4GHz and 5.0,GHz sometimes get to toggle between each especially when the network is bad.

Disable and connect to either one of them.

I no dey use Single SSID i always split between 5Ghz and 2.4Ghz so i only use 2.4Ghz if I'm far away

morikee:
I no dey use Single SSID i always split between 5Ghz and 2.4Ghz so i only use 2.4Ghz if I'm far away

I think what the single SSID means is that devices which are capable of connecting via 5GHz connect to it while others who only connect to 2.GHz also connect to that one. That's how I use my X25 currently.

I don't think it has any advantage other than having a uniform name for the wifi signal. Perhaps it might be that it switches automatically to 2.4GHz if a connected and compatible device moves farther away from the router.

If it makes a router malfunction, that's absurd as well. But it's not uncommon for some settings to trigger bugs in poorly written software.

morikee:
For the past 3 days wallahi i don tire for this constant no Internet access person can't browse for more than 5 to 10 min data access will vanish you have to either disconnect and reconnect or reboot this is very frustrating

Oh yeah. This was me last week. New ZTE. wanted to run mad.

Got the solution here. Log into the IDU web ui(192.168.18.1), go to wifi settings and disable single SSID.

NSEstudent:
I think what the single SSID means is that devices which are capable of connecting via 5GHz connect to it while others who only connect to 2.GHz also connect to that one. That's how I use my X25 currently.

I don't think it has any advantage other than having a uniform name for the wifi signal. Perhaps it might be that it switches automatically to 2.4GHz if a connected and compatible device moves farther away from the router.

If it makes a router malfunction, that's absurd as well. But it's not uncommon for some settings to trigger bugs in poorly written software.

No the 2.4Ghz has longer range but it's slower while the 5Ghz is shorter range but has faster bandwidth and more immune to interference from other devices

morikee:
No the 2.4Ghz has longer range but it's slower while the 5Ghz is shorter range but has faster bandwidth and more immune to interference from other devices

Yes. That's why I assumed they can connect automatically to 2.4 when devices move away from the source.

Hullabaloon:
Oh yeah. This was me last week. New ZLT. wanted to run mad.

Got the solution here. Log into the IDU web ui(192.168.18.1), go to wifi settings and disable single SSID.

Has Airtel brought back ZLTs and dumped the ZTE devices?

I am giving up on this ODU palava. 3rd day of visiting the airtel office and the nimc portal is down. I think I will just continue using my hertz 6 router

NSEstudent:
Yes. That's why I assumed they can connect automatically to 2.4 when devices move away from the source.

It can it usually does that as long as you set it to connect automatically when in range

morikee:
It can it usually does that as long as you set it to connect automatically when in range

Yes. So ordinarily that should be a good feature, but it is purported to cause problems and needs to be disabled.

Gshems:
I am giving up on this ODU palava. 3rd day of visiting the airtel office and the nimc portal is down. I think I will just continue using my hertz 6 router

You may have to try another centre. I don't believe there's nowhere the thing is working.

Also, you can collect contacts from that centre and frequently call to check if it's going so that you can go do yours.

NSEstudent:
Has Airtel brought back ZLTs and dumped the ZTE devices?

Oh. I meant ZTE. Both names can confuse at times

Hullabaloon:
Oh. I meant ZTE. Both names can confuse at times

Okay boss

Day 11 of my ODU ZTE router not working. Nobody seems to know what’s wrong, Airtel said my line has been fixed.

Thinking I just buy another one because MTN is draining data and I can’t afford Starlink yet.

Him2025:
Day 11 of my ODU ZTE router not working. Nobody seems to know what’s wrong, Airtel said my line has been fixed.

Thinking I just buy another one because MTN is draining data and I can’t afford Starlink yet.

carey the whole thing to their office na. Have you tried connecting to a supervisor? Na money you take buy am, don't let your money go to waste abeg

Him2025:
Day 11 of my ODU ZTE router not working. Nobody seems to know what’s wrong, Airtel said my line has been fixed.

Thinking I just buy another one because MTN is draining data and I can’t afford Starlink yet.

Call Airtel Customer Service via 300 and ask to talk to their supervisor. Explain to them and they'll either resolve it or give you a timeframe for resolution. Cheers

akinremedy:
carey the whole thing to their office na. Have you tried connecting to a supervisor? Na money you take buy am, don't let your money go to waste abeg

That’s my line of action right now.

saint2ace:
Call Airtel Customer Service via 300 and ask to talk to their supervisor. Explain to them and they'll either resolve it or give you a timeframe for resolution. Cheers

I don’t have an Airtel number to call with and nobody around me uses Airtel. Will go dump it at their office.

Gshems:
I am giving up on this ODU palava. 3rd day of visiting the airtel office and the nimc portal is down. I think I will just continue using my hertz 6 router

Lol, rookie numbers bro. I went there 6 times before I had my issues resolved. On 3 different occasions, it was nimc portal being down.

The 6th day, when nimc went down, I vowed that if I left without resolving my problems, I'll cut my losses and move on with life. A 25k router isn't worth the stress.

Luckily for me, nimc went through when other people's were failing.

Just be patient and make sure you go early in the morning because nimc portal gets overloaded during the day.

Him2025:
Day 11 of my ODU ZTE router not working. Nobody seems to know what’s wrong, Airtel said my line has been fixed.

Thinking I just buy another one because MTN is draining data and I can’t afford Starlink yet.

I believe you're using the esim. That shit can be frustrating.

Yesterday, I turned it on after two days of being away, "no Internet access" was what I got. Fortunately for me, I have the physical sim subbed too and I put it in and it worked well.

Hours later, I removed the physical sim and the esim started working again.


If you have access to the sim port, put a sim card innit while it's on and it will immediately trigger off the esim mode. After a while, remove the simcard let the esim toggle back on. Also try messing around with the "sim switch feature".

akinremedy:
carey the whole thing to their office na. Have you tried connecting to a supervisor? Na money you take buy am, don't let your money go to waste abeg

I was going to suggest this. It might be the last resort. Carry the thing to their office. They should replace it if that one is defective as it seems.

Rokynwastar:
Lol, rookie numbers bro. I went there 6 times before I had my issues resolved. On 3 different occasions, it was nimc portal being down.

The 6th day, when nimc went down, I vowed that if I left without resolving my problems, I'll cut my losses and move on with life. A 25k router isn't worth the stress.

Luckily for me, nimc went through when other people's were failing.

Just be patient and make sure you go early in the morning because nimc portal gets overloaded during the day.

That router is not 25K o. You fit google ZTE G5F price.

NSEstudent:
That router is not 25K o. You fit google ZTE G5F price.

To be honest, I don't know how they're giving out these devices out at the price they are. Though I understand the idea is to make up for the loss via subscription. And I also think, since they buy them in their thousands, they also get great discounts.

Rokynwastar:
I believe you're using the esim. That shit can be frustrating.

Yesterday, I turned it on after two days of being away, "no Internet access" was what I got. Fortunately for me, I have the physical sim subbed too and I put it in and it worked well.

Hours later, I removed the physical sim and the esim started working again.


If you have access to the sim port, put a sim card innit while it's on and it will immediately trigger off the esim mode. After a while, remove the simcard let the esim toggle back on. Also try messing around with the "sim switch feature".

Yeah I am using the ESIM version. I have toggled the sim switch option multiple times and it didn’t work.

Will try inserting a physical sim to force it. Funny enough calls and text to the ESIM goes through but data is where the problem lies.

If everything fails today including asking random people to call customer care, I’m taking it back there tomorrow morning.

dustmalik:
To be honest, I don't know how they're giving out these devices out at the price they are. Though I understand the idea is to make up for the loss via subscription. And I also think, since they buy them in their thousands, they also get great discounts.

Yes, they will be getting massive discounts. You are also right about them making up from subs.

The competition is stiff. If they don't get their network to be stable, other ISPs will snatch their customers and they will make losses.

Rokynwastar:
Lol, rookie numbers bro. I went there 6 times before I had my issues resolved. On 3 different occasions, it was nimc portal being down.

The 6th day, when nimc went down, I vowed that if I left without resolving my problems, I'll cut my losses and move on with life. A 25k router isn't worth the stress.

Luckily for me, nimc went through when other people's were failing.

Just be patient and make sure you go early in the morning because nimc portal gets overloaded during the day.

I just renewed my 20mbps today. Maybe next month

NSEstudent:
Including the MTN FibreX you mean?

Yes, I am monitoring the both of them for my next sub.

fuckboys:
I don’t think I’m ever letting go of my X25 pro. It think this is one of the best and greatest routers Airtel has ever launched.

And the icing on the cake is I’ve had mine unlocked and can use all network.

hold onto it o! The main reason I bought my current router was because it made no sense spending that much for a 5G router while subscribing for 20/50mbps

saint2ace:
I just saw a video on TikTok where the guy tested the new ZTE IDU with a samsung phone and I can can confirm it's WiFi 5.

This is what I hv found out so far.

TL;DR
The ZTE is a newer and latest technology relative to the ZLT device. Has more features. However might have sacrificed the WiFi 6 in the ZLT IDU for a WiFi 5 in the ZTE IDU

It all depends on ones choice/personal preferences and what you are looking for in a router.


The ZTE G5F is an advanced 5G Outdoor Unit (ODU) developed by ZTE, which has been rebranded and marketed by telecommunications provider Airtel for its SmartConnect Outdoor Unit in Nigeria. It is designed to capture a stronger, more stable 5G signal from outside and convert it into high-speed Wi-Fi for your home or business.

Key features
AI-powered optimization: The G5F is the world's first AI-powered outdoor FWA (Fixed Wireless Access) device from ZTE. An integrated AI engine analyzes network conditions to optimize bandwidth allocation and reduce latency for a smoother experience.

Powerful 5G connectivity: It features robust antennas with up to 13dBi of gain to capture distant or weak 5G signals, providing superior speed and reliability. It supports both standalone (SA) and non-standalone (NSA) 5G networks.

High-speed data transfer: It can deliver peak speeds of up to 10 Gbps and features 2.5G PoE (Power over Ethernet) network ports for a fast wired connection.

Durable, weatherproof design: The device is built for outdoor installation, with a robust and weatherproof casing to ensure reliable performance in various environmental conditions.

Improved Wi-Fi distribution: The G5F is used in conjunction with an indoor Wi-Fi access point, such as ZTE's T3000 Wi-Fi 6 router , to distribute the 5G connection throughout a building.

Airtel SmartConnect implementation
In Nigeria, Airtel brands this device as the Airtel 5G SmartConnect Outdoor Unit (ODU). In its commercial launch, the product is packaged as a home broadband solution with the following details:

Installation: The ODU is designed for outdoor mounting to provide better signal strength and consistent connectivity.

Device specifications: The Airtel device can support up to 64 connected devices simultaneously.
Power backup: It comes with a built-in battery backup that can last between five and six hours, providing continued internet access during power outages.
Parental controls: The device includes parental and usage controls, allowing for greater management of network access.

Performance
A review of the ZTE G5F / G5 Max on a YouTube channel in October 2025 indicated strong performance. It was noted for its exceptional long-range capability, reaching over 750 Mbps at a distance of 6.5 km from a base station. It also achieved very high speeds at a closer range, reaching 1.8 Gbps in NSA mode.