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Biker:
Hi all,
I have just purchased this Dongle to provide our PilotAware with internet access for iGrid. I unfortunately did not realise that that it does not provide a WiFi signal but internet via the USB connection. Can PilotAware gain access to the Internet via the USB connection or do I need to purchase a different dongle.

steveu:
There is a reply here from Lee (in another thread) explaining that these USB dongles draw too much current and are not a good idea:

http://forum.pilotaware.com/index.php/topic,2347.msg24314.html#msg24314

I'd get something else that does not need to plug into a PAW USB port.

Example:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/HUAWEI-E5576-230-Download-Configuration-Required/dp/B0896X7QPG/

Biker:
Hi Steveu, many thanks for the info and due to the high current consumption I have sent the dongle back today. I have just purchased a Huawei E8372H-320 LTE/4G which provides a local WiFi that the PilotAware can use. I am hoping to use the spare power slot in the Anker charger adapter with a USB extension cable to mount the dongle in an appropriate location to get the best reception.

steveu:

--- Quote from: Biker on January 17, 2024, 01:11:53 pm ---I am hoping to use the spare power slot in the Anker charger adapter with a USB extension cable to mount the dongle in an appropriate location to get the best reception.

--- End quote ---

I think you'll find that PilotAware recommends that you don't share the Anker adaptor with any other devices, I can't find a reference to it quickly, but I'm sure it's the case.

Someone with  more in depth knowledge may be along soon...

Admin:
I recall the main issue with using an anker for two devices, is when the second device is an iPad
When an iPad is flat it draws a lot of current to charge its battery AND run the electronics
Thx
Lee

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