INTERNET SETTINGS FOR GHANA NETWORK ( BY FREEMAN )

NOTE:  THAT YOU CAN ALSO USE THIS SETTING ANY WHERE IN THE WORLD TO SETUP ANY PHONE LIKE HTC,IPHONE,SAMSUNG AND MORE IN THE WORLD......ALL YOU NEED IS THE APN OF THE NETWORK YOU ARE USING IN YOUR COUNTRY.......ENJOY

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Hi there, I am glad you have taken this effort to get to this far. This means a lot to me and I promise not to disappoint your expectations. This GUIDE is filled with everything you need to know in order to be able to
setup internet access on your gadgets and devices for every network in Ghana, except Expresso (Kasapa)



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INTERNET SETINGS FOR GHANA NETWORKS
Mtn is the most popular network in Ghana. Many of you reading this blog are using mtn. before we begin configuring internet settings on the various operating systems, let’s know the important aspect of manual internet configuration; access point names(APN). You don’t need ip address and port servers to configure internet settings on a smart devices such as android smartphones & tablets, iPads and iPhones. All you need is your networks’ apn.

LIST OF APNS OF GHANA NETWORKS
Name                               APN
Mtn             --                    internet
Vodafone     --                    browse
Glo              --                    internet
Tigo             --                    web.tigo.com.gh
Airtel           --                    internet / airtel internet

IPHONE  iOS 3&4 MANUAL SETTINGS
INSTRUCTIONS:

• Settings for mobile internet cannot be sent to your iPhone 3G via SMS.
• You can configure your phone manually for mobile internet. Follow the step-by-step instructions below.

• Note: These instructions apply only to an iPhone 3G running iOS . If your device is running a different software version, the images may be different and other instructions may be required. To check the software version, choose Settings, General, About, Version.
• Start screen.
• Choose Settings.

• Choose General.

• Choose Network.

• Choose Cellular Data Network.

Edit details for Cellular Data:

• Under APN, enter your network apn (mtn is internet, tigo is web.tigo.com.gh, vodafone is browse, airtel is internet and glo is internet).
• Under Username, enter blank.
• Under Password, enter blank.
• Return to the Start screen.

• Start screen.
• Switch the iPhone 3G off and then on again to activate the settings.

IPHONE  iOS 6  MANUAL SETTINGS

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Open your iPhone menu and click on “Settings” > “General” > “Network” (or “Edge” for early versions)
• Click on “Cellular Network Data” (or “AFN” in early versions)
• Enter the required information, normally:
  • Access point name
• Save, turn off your 3G and on again to activate your internet settings.

IPHONE  iOS 7 MANUAL SETTINGS ON IPHONE 5
INSTRUCTIONS:

Step 1

Go to home page and tap Settings. Step 2
Scroll down and tap General.

Step 3

Tap Cellular.

Step 4
Tap Cellular Data Network. Make sure ‘Cellular Data’ is ON.

Step 5

Under Cellular Data, tap the APN field and type in the APN parameter and enter in the right apn settings according to your network. Step 6
Hint: If you don’t know the right parameters contact me.

Step 7

Hint: You can try to type in “Internet” in the APN field and leave the Username and Password fields blank. Often this is the default parameter settings used by operators. Step 8
Hint: If the screen for entering the APN settings is hidden or locked you must contact your mobile operator to get instructions on how to set-up the APN setting profile for your iPhone.

• Start screen.
• Switch off the iPhone 5 and restart it in order to activate the settings.
• You can now start using the internet.

CONFIGURATION FOR ANDROID DEVICES

How do I set-up internet settings for Android?
Below is a guide for your internet settings on your Android. As there are a few different versions of Android in the market, I have come up with the basic steps required to get you up and running with the internet. Once you have inserted the SIM into your device (usually under the battery or back cover) simply follow these steps below.
Step 1: First you need to find your APN settings, now for each Android device, there are different ways to access this:

GINGERBREAD 2.3.x  (ANDROID OS)

• Tap Menu or Applications
• Tap Settings
• Tap Wireless and Networks
• Tap Mobile Networks
• Tap Access Point names

ICE CREAM SANDWICH 4.0.x OR JELLYBEAN 4.1.x (ANDROID OS)

HTC

• Tap Menu
• Tap Settings
• Tap Mobile Network (Under Wireless & Networks)
• Tap Access Point Names

SAMSUNG GALAXY AND TABLET..... ALL SAMSUNG PHONES

• Tap Apps
• Tap Settings
• Tap More Settings
• Tap Mobile Networks
• Tick Mobile Data
• Tap Access Point names

Step 2: Enter these details in your APN settings

• Press Menu
• Tap New APN
• Tap Name and enter “your network name” and tap Ok
• Tap APN and enter “your network apn given above” and tap Ok
• Ensure Proxy is not set
• Ensure Port is not set
• Ensure Username is not set
• Ensure Password is not set
• Ensure Server is not set
• Ensure MMSC is not set
• Ensure MMS Proxy is not set
• Ensure MMS Port is not set
• MCC would be automatically generated. Leave it as it is
• MNC would be automatically generated, leave it as it is
• Tap Authentication Type and select: PAP or NONE
• Tap APN Type and enter: internet (can also be: default) NB: This field is optional, especially if it isn’t in your apn settings.
• APN protocol (should be greyed out or not displayed): IPv4
• Enable/Disable APN (should be greyed out or not displayed): Box ticked
• Bearer (if displayed): Unspecified 
• Press the menu button
• Tap SAVE, then press the back button
• Tap the name you gave for your apn settings (if using an HTC device skip next step) to make the grey button near it green or blue.
• Press the home button (if using a Samsung or other manufacturer’s device then you have finished)
• Tap back key
• Turn on Mobile Networks by tapping on the right hand side of the screen (off to on)

If the first setup didn’t work for you, please try this one.

ANDROID PHONE INTERNET SETUP (GENERAL)

Step 1
Navigate to the settings menu of your Android smartphone. This can be done via an icon in the apps menu on any Android device and sometime via the notifications bar.

Step 2
In the settings menu, you need to find the wireless and network settings. On most devices, click the ‘More’ button but this might not be same for your specific device.

Step 3
One you have found the wireless and network settings, click on the Mobile Networks button.

Step 4
Make sure the mobile data option is ticked. This might solve your problem but if not, click on Access Point Names (APN).
Step 5
I have already provided you with a list of different APNs to choose from so you might be able to fix the problem by simply selecting the right one. If this doesn’t work then click the menu button in the corner and select New APN.

Step 6
Here you need to fill out all the details for your particular network. Enter the details and click Save in the menu.

Your new APN will now show up in the list for you to select. Give it a few moments to connect and you should have your internet connection. If you still don’t have a connection, check your APN details have been correctly entered.

FOR WINDOWS PHONES INTERNET SETUP

How to Enable a Cellular Data Network Connection
In order to access a cellular data network, you must have a data plan as part of your cellular service plan. Activating the cellular data connection on Windows Phone devices is just a matter of “flipping a switch.” Tap on Settings from the App menu.

From the Settings screen, tap on Cellular.
On the Cellular screen, slide the Data Connection to On and enable 3G Connection for the fastest data transfer speeds.
Your Windows Phone device is now configured to access your cellular data network and connect using the fastest speed possible for your area.

APN settings
Apn settings let you control the cellular data connection for your phone. You shouldn’t need to change anything if your connection is working the way you like. But if you’re having connection problems, changing one or more settings may help.
To open cellular settings, in the App list, tap Settings   > Cellular.

Note:  The settings that appear vary by device.

	The Internet access point name (APN) is the address your phone uses to connect to the Internet. By default, the Internet APN is set automatically when your phone is first set up.

If your cellular data connection isn’t working, try entering a new Internet APN based on your location and mobile operator. If you can connect to a Wi-Fi network on your phone or you’re near your computer, try searching online to find the Internet APN settings for your mobile operator.

To add an Internet APN

1. Tap Add Internet APN.
2. Tap APN, and then type the address for the APN to use.

-         Each network and it’s required apn settings. Use the pan list provided above to configure this.

1. Tap Save .

Good, you now have internet running on your windows smartphone.

SUPPORT
If you encounter any difficulties, you can email me warrenrank@gmail.com and I would be glad to help you configure or setup internet on your device.

CONCLUSION
Take your time, read and understand before you start. Don’t tamper with your device’s hardware or firmware just to get internet access. Use the settings I have provided to configure internet on your smartphones and tablets.
Good luck.