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How to use SIMPoYo uFi?

SIMPoYo uFi is our compact Plug & Play USB dongle series with Wi-Fi hotspot, designed for fast and reliable connectivity anywhere. It works seamlessly with most GL.iNet routers, as well as laptops, power banks, car USB ports, and other USB power sources. It comes with 10GB of free data for 30 days, valid in the UK and 34 other European countries.
*Available Only: EU & UK Stores

This guide will show you how to use the SIMPoYo uFi USB dongle (SP-N150C4), including LED indication, how to activate its built-in SIM card, use the dongle on different devices, top up data, and manage uFi settings.

SIMPoYo uFi

LED Indication

LED Indication
LED Type Color Description
4G LED Green LTE Connected
Blue WCDMA Connected
Red Blinking No Signal / No SIM Card / Out of Service
Wi-Fi LED Green Device(s) connected to Wi-Fi
Blue No device connected to Wi-Fi
OFF Wi-Fi is Disabled
4G LED + Wi-Fi LED White Device Powered On
OFF Device Powered Off

Activate SIM Card

SIMPoYo uFi comes with a pre-installed SIM card, which needs to be activated before use.

Watch this video or follow the steps below to activate the SIMPoYo uFi SIM card.

Step 1. Find the ICCID number on the information label on the back of the SIMPoYo uFi.

Step 2. Scan the QR code or visit https://w.simpoyo.com/activate/ and enter your ICCID number to register.

Step 3. Enjoy 10GB of Free Data. As a new user, you'll instantly receive 10GB of free 4G data, valid for 30 days in the UK and 34 other European countries.

Internet Setup

Connect to a GL.iNet Router

SIMPoYo uFi works seamlessly with most GL.iNet travel and home routers – simply plug it into your router and get instant 4G LTE access anytime and anywhere.

Watch this video or follow the steps below to connect SIMPoYo uFi to a GL.iNet router.

Step 1. Plug the SIMPoYo uFi into the USB port of your GL.iNet router.

setup1

Step 2. Connect a device to your router, then open a browser and visit 192.168.8.1 to log in to the router's web Admin Panel. If you changed the router's IP address, log in with the new one.

setup2

Step 3. On the Admin Panel, navigate to INTERNET -> Tethering and click Connect.

setup3

Step 4. Once connected, you will see the network details, with a blue dot at the upper left corner.

setup4

Now you can connect your devices to the router via cable or Wi-Fi, or connect to the SIMPoYo uFi's Wi-Fi directly to enjoy internet access.

  • Connect to the router via cable: Plug an Ethernet cable into the router's LAN port and your device. Ideal for wire-only devices or stable, interference-free connections.

  • Connect to the router via Wi-Fi: Find the Wi-Fi SSID and Key on the router's bottom label, then connect your device to it. Suitable for multiple devices (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz), wider coverage needs, or personalized network settings on router.

  • Connect to SIMPoYo uFi via Wi-Fi: Find the Wi-Fi SSID and Key on the SIMPoYo uFi's device label, then connect your devices (up to 8) to it. Functions as a standalone 2.4 GHz hotspot for added flexibility when needed.

Connect to a Computer or Laptop

Step 1. Plug the SIMPoYo uFi into the USB port of your computer or laptop. It will automatically be recognized as a USB Ethernet device, making your device online right away.

Step 2. Other devices (e.g. smartphones, tables, etc.) can connect to the SIMPoYo uFi's 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network to access the internet simultaneously.

multi-device

Connect via Other USB Power Sources

Step 1. Plug the SIMPoYo uFi into any USB power source, such as a wall charger, power bank, or car charger.

Step 2. Once powered on, the SIMPoYo uFi will broadcast a Wi-Fi network with the SSID SIMPoYo-XXX.

Step 3. Locate the Wi-Fi password (Key) on the device label. Use this password to connect your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or other devices to the SIMPoYo uFi's Wi-Fi for internet access.

Top-up SIMPoYo Plans

When your data runs out or expires, simply scan the QR code on your SIMPoYo uFi or visit https://w.simpoyo.com/plans to top up your plan.

Supported Countries & Regions

  • United Kingdom

  • Europe

    Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar (UK), Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Réunion (France), Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland.

  • Middle East & North Africa

    Egypt, Iran, Israel, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates.

  • Asia

    Indonesia, Japan, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Turkey, Vietnam, China Mainland, Hong Kong (China), Taiwan (China).

Manage SIMPoYo uFi

You can log in to the SIMPoYo uFi Admin Panel to manage your network settings.

Log in Admin Panel

  1. Connect a device to the SIMPoYo uFi's Wi-Fi network.

  2. Open a browser and enter 192.168.1.1 to access the SIMPoYo uFi Admin Panel.

  3. Log in with the Admin Password (which is the same as the SIMPoYo uFi's Wi-Fi password by default).

    log in

Check Network Details

  1. Choose Status from the top menu and navigate to Device & Network. You will enter the home page where the device's network status is displayed.

    network status

  2. Switch to Cellular Network from the leftbar, you can check the cellular network details, such as the signal strength.

    cellular network

Check Data Usage

Choose Data Usage from the top menu, and you will see the download, upload and total data consumption and duration.

data usage

Note: Data is for reference only. Please refer to your bill for accuracy.

Set APN

If your SIM card requires manual APN configuration, follow the steps below.

  1. Choose Settings from the top menu and navigate to Cellular Settings.

    cellular settings

  2. Switch the APN Mode to Manual.

  3. Fill in the information provided by your mobile operator, then click Apply.

Change Wi-Fi Settings

  1. Choose Settings from the top menu and navigate to Wi-Fi Settings.

    wifi settings

  2. Customize your SIMPoYo uFi's Wi-Fi network name and password, then click Apply.

Change Admin Password

  1. Choose Settings from the top menu and navigate to Admin Settings.

    admin settings

  2. Customize the Admin Password and Login Timeout, then click Apply.

  3. If you want to reset your SIMPoYo uFi to default settings, click the Factory Default Setting button to reset.

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