How do I connect to the internet with a "Huwaei Ec1260" modem?

Solution 1:

  • For Ubuntu 10.04 (skip this step for Ubuntu 10.10): install usb-modeswitch

    sudo apt-get install usb-modeswitch
    
  • Right Click on the NetworkManager icon from the panel notification area > Edit Connections.

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  • Mobile Broadband > Add.

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You will get a New Mobile Broadband Connection Dialog. (Reliance-Huawei is autodetected)

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  • Forward > Country List: India

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  • Forward > Choose your Provider: Reliance

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  • Enter the username and password (provided by your network provider: Reliance).

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  • Apply.
  • Click on the NetworkManager icon and select the Mobile Broadband connection.