
Zong is a renowned telecom company that holds the largest numbers of the subscribers in the world. It is owned by China Mobile Communications Corporation. Due to its high-quality services and best performance it won the “No. 1 Operator in Voice and Data Services” award by PTA. Recently, the 4G coverage of Zong has captured more than 100 cities of our country and the number of users is increasing day by day due to the best quality of the offer. Zong has tremendous internet packages and to use 3G and 4G internet, you need to change some settings on your handset. Here, I am going to discuss different ways to change the settings for 3G and 4G internet on your cell phone. So, let’s start with the first one.
Zone Internet Settings Via SMS
You can receive the internet and MMS settings by using the SMS service. You just need to follow the steps below to do so.
Type “All” and send it to 2161. It is because you want to receive the MMS, Internet and WAP settings.
You will receive a few messages from the telecom company. Save them by using the “Save” option.
When you click “Install” option to install all settings, you will be asked to enter the pin code. Type “1234” and move ahead.
Now restart your Android phone and that’s all.
Note: The SMS is free of charges.
Manual Zong Internet Settings
If you do not want to follow the first method, just change the settings of your handset manually. It is a bit lengthy process, but it does not require any expertise. You can just change the settings by using the step-by-step guide below.
Zong WAP Settings
First, you need to change the Zong WAP Settings.
Open the “Settings” on your phone.
Select “Wireless & Networks” category from here.
Now tap “Mobile Networks” from this category.
Select “Access Point Names” from here.
Here, you need to add the following parameters as given below.
Category | Parameters |
---|---|
APN | zongwap |
Login Name | Leave the field blank |
Password | Leave this field blank too |
WAP Gateway IP | 10.81.6.33 |
Port (if required) | 8000 |
You do not need to fill other fields. Just leave them as they are and tap “Save” to save these changes.
Zong Internet/EDGE/GPRS Settings
Once again you need to launch “Settings” on your Android phone.
Tap “Wireless & networks” from here.
Now, select “Mobile Networks” category from this section.
Select “Access Point Names” from here.
Now add the following parameters as given below.
Category | Parameters |
---|---|
APN | zongwap |
Login Name | Leave this field blank |
Password | Leave this field blank |
WAP Gateway IP | 10.81.6.33 |
Port (If required) | 8000 |
Leave all other fields blank as they are. Do not make any changes and tap “Save” option to save the settings.
Zong MMS Configuration
Now you need to change the MMS Settings for 3G/4G Settings.
Launch “Settings” on your handset.
Select “Wireless & Networks” category from there.
Now tap “Mobile Networks” here.
Tap “Access Point Names” from here.
Now, you will see “Add” option at the top right corner of the screen. Select this option to move ahead and add the following parameters as given below.
Category | Parameters |
---|---|
APN | zongwap |
Login Name | Leave this field blank |
Password | leave this field blank |
WAP Gateway IP | 10.81.6.33 |
Port (if required) | 8000 |
Relay server/messaging server | http://10.81.6.11:8080 |
Don’t make any change in other fields. Leave them blank as they are and tap the “Save” option to save the settings.
Zong Internet Settings for Android & iPhone
For Android and iPhone, you need to change a few settings on your handset by following the steps below.
Category | Parameter |
---|---|
APN | internet |
APN | zonginternet |
Authentication Type: | None |
APN Type | default |
Zong MMS Settings for Android & iPhone
Here are the MMS settings for your Android & iPhone.
Category | Parameter |
---|---|
APN Name | MMS |
APN | zongmms |
MMSC | http://10.81.6.11:8080 |
MMS Port | 8000 |
Zong Internet Settings Via Call
If you do not want to follow the methods discussed above, another easy way is to call the Zong helpline. Before making the call, you need to know the make and model of your handset. It is required because the representative at the helpline will send you the settings according to your handset.
Check the make and the handset model and call 310 from your Zong number.
Now provide the required information to the call representative. He will configure the handset for MMS and Internet services and let you know.
Note: Make sure you are using a handset that is compatible with 3G/4G internet service.
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