GL.iNet routers and gateways, tested with ThingSIM.

GL.iNet's cellular routers run OpenWrt with a simple admin panel, and turn up in vans, event kit and remote cabinets. A ThingSIM connects once its APN is set in the cellular settings.

How to set it up See the 8 models

Setting up a ThingSIM in the GL.iNet admin panel

The APN goes in INTERNET → Cellular → Details & Configuration → Network Settings. Copy it from the SIM's page in the ThingSIM portal; there is no username or password.

  1. Activate the SIM in the ThingSIM portal, then insert it.
  2. Log in to the admin panel, go to INTERNET → Cellular and click Details & Configuration.
  3. In Network Settings enter the APN from the portal and set authentication to NONE, with no username or password.
  4. Leave International Data Roaming on, which is the default. A ThingSIM always connects as a roaming SIM.
  5. Apply, then check the Cellular panel shows the carrier, signal and band.

Two SIMs for failover

Two-SIM models such as the Spitz AX use one SIM at a time. Under SIM Failover → Auto Switch, drag the SIMs into priority order; the router switches when the priority SIM reaches its data cap or cannot connect.

Checking it works

The INTERNET → Cellular panel shows carrier, signal, band and data used.

More help

APN settings, signal but no data and setting up a 4G router.

GL.iNet models that work with ThingSIM

Every model below is compatible and tested with ThingSIM. Older models no longer sold are marked; plenty are still in service and work the same way.

Office routers

GL.iNet GL-X3000 (Spitz AX) Tested with ThingSIM

GL-X3000 (Spitz AX)

Office router · dual SIM · Wi-Fi 5G NR / 4G LTE · 2 × single modem, failover Wi-Fi 6 5G cellular gateway for rural sites, RVs, failover.
GL.iNet GL-X2000 (Spitz Plus) Tested with ThingSIM

GL-X2000 (Spitz Plus)

Office router · dual SIM · Wi-Fi 4G LTE Cat 12 · 2 SIM slots Wi-Fi 6 4G router for home/office backup.

mobile hotspots

GL.iNet GL-XE3000 (Puli AX) Tested with ThingSIM

GL-XE3000 (Puli AX)

mobile hotspot · Wi-Fi 5G NR / 4G LTE · 1 × size unconfirmed Battery-powered Wi-Fi 6 5G router for travel and site work.
GL.iNet GL-XE300 (Puli) Tested with ThingSIM

GL-XE300 (Puli)

mobile hotspot · Wi-Fi 4G LTE Cat 4 · 1 × size unconfirmed Portable 4G IoT gateway with 5000 mAh battery.
GL.iNet GL-E750V2 (Mudi V2) Tested with ThingSIM

GL-E750V2 (Mudi V2)

mobile hotspot · Wi-Fi 4G LTE · 1 × size unconfirmed Pocket 4G VPN travel router.
GL.iNet GL-E5800 (Mudi 7) Tested with ThingSIM

GL-E5800 (Mudi 7)

mobile hotspot · dual SIM · Wi-Fi 5G NR / 4G LTE Cat 20 · 2 × dual SIM dual standby 5G Wi-Fi 7 travel router with battery.

IoT gateways

GL.iNet GL-X300B (Collie) Tested with ThingSIM

GL-X300B (Collie)

IoT gateway · Wi-Fi 4G LTE Cat 4 · 1 × size unconfirmed Industrial 4G gateway (RS485/BLE/GPS variants).
GL.iNet GL-M2 Tested with ThingSIM

GL-M2

IoT gateway 5G NR · 1 × nano Nano SIM 5G development board for custom builds.

Questions people ask

Does a ThingSIM work in a GL.iNet Spitz AX?

Yes. In the admin panel set the APN from the portal for the SIM, allow roaming and the router connects.

How much data will a GL.iNet router use?

It depends on what is behind it. Cameras and sensors fit in 1 GB or 5 GB a month; laptops streaming video need far more than ThingSIM's largest plan.

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