24 month 3 Internet to replace Vodaphone

Jumper9895 · Dec 29th, 2020, 17:20

I’ve just received the 24gb 24month internet with legs Sim from Amazon to replace the expired 12 month free Vodaphone p-sim that the car came with. Question is, do I just swap them over and it will work or do I need to activate it somehow........found some info where 3 will send me a code......but how do I read that message as it’s not associated with a phone?...Confused!

Jumper9895 · Dec 29th, 2020, 17:54

Ah, just read on other threads and it appears that, unlike Vodaphone setup, the 3 sim will be just ‘plug and play’ ...... living in hope!

Mad Malc · Dec 29th, 2020, 18:21

Just pop it in and off you go.

KNVXC90 · Dec 29th, 2020, 18:46

I've been using these Three SIM cards since 2017. One thing I do before putting the SIM in the car is, register with Three network, so that you get an account with Three. This lets you see the usage and remaining allowances on their website. I do this by putting the SIM first in an old phone, as Three sends a code for registrtation. Of course, this is completely optional.

Paul Wildsmith · Dec 29th, 2020, 19:22

or, if you download maps off line and don't use likes of spotify etc.., get one of these and pay nothing:

https://www.three.co.uk/Free_SIM_MBB/Order

I've used this for a couple of years without any problem and it provides just enough connectivity.

Jumper9895 · Dec 30th, 2020, 11:41

Wow, why can’t everything be that simples! No fuss, no messages back and forth, no hassle with passwords, reset usage on Sensus and we’re off for another 24 months.
And the sim is on Amazon on offer for £36!

Thanks for the replies guys.

Whiterdesign · Dec 30th, 2020, 12:52

I’ve never registered my 3 sim, just reset the data usage in the car settings before you insert it you can then keep an eye on it via Sensus.

Crockers · Dec 31st, 2020, 11:09

My 3 sim is still sitting in its packet after 2 months waiting to be inserted. Will do when I can drive somewhere 😩

Dec 29th, 2020, 17:20	#1
Jumper9895 XC90 B5 Last Online: Apr 11th, 2024 10:54 Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Southampton	24 month 3 Internet to replace Vodaphone I’ve just received the 24gb 24month internet with legs Sim from Amazon to replace the expired 12 month free Vodaphone p-sim that the car came with. Question is, do I just swap them over and it will work or do I need to activate it somehow........found some info where 3 will send me a code......but how do I read that message as it’s not associated with a phone?...Confused!

Dec 29th, 2020, 18:46	#4
KNVXC90 Senior Member Last Online: Apr 26th, 2024 10:42 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Chelmsford	I've been using these Three SIM cards since 2017. One thing I do before putting the SIM in the car is, register with Three network, so that you get an account with Three. This lets you see the usage and remaining allowances on their website. I do this by putting the SIM first in an old phone, as Three sends a code for registrtation. Of course, this is completely optional. __________________ MY17 XC90 D5 PP P* Inscription, MagicBlue, Amber VentilatedMassage Seats, Birch, Homelink, Winter+HUD, Xenium, 7SeatComfort, Air, 20", Laminated&Tinted, AuxHeater, BLIS, AndroidAuto, B&W, RunningBoards MY21 Kia e-Niro 4+ Prev: MY02 Mazda 6 TS2

Dec 29th, 2020, 19:22	#5
Paul Wildsmith Register Keeper Last Online: Yesterday 22:27 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Bristol	or, if you download maps off line and don't use likes of spotify etc.., get one of these and pay nothing: https://www.three.co.uk/Free_SIM_MBB/Order I've used this for a couple of years without any problem and it provides just enough connectivity. __________________ Paul VOC 90's SPARK

Dec 30th, 2020, 12:52	#7
Whiterdesign Master Member Last Online: Mar 11th, 2024 20:23 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Preston	I’ve never registered my 3 sim, just reset the data usage in the car settings before you insert it you can then keep an eye on it via Sensus. __________________ XC60 MY 2018.5 D4 Inscription Pro Pine Grey with Xenium pack,Intellisafe pro, keyless drive, Apple CarPlay, temp spare wheel, heated rear seats, towbar and tinted windows

Dec 31st, 2020, 11:09	#8
Crockers Premier Member Last Online: Feb 22nd, 2024 06:49 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: North Wilts	My 3 sim is still sitting in its packet after 2 months waiting to be inserted. Will do when I can drive somewhere 😩 __________________ XC60 Inscription Pro T5. Mussel Blue with blonde. Xenium, intellisafe pro, towbar, 4 zone , polestar, body styling pack. Apple car play.Tinted windows NOW SOLD

Dec 29th, 2020, 17:54	#2
Jumper9895 XC90 B5 Last Online: Apr 11th, 2024 10:54 Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Southampton	Ah, just read on other threads and it appears that, unlike Vodaphone setup, the 3 sim will be just ‘plug and play’ ...... living in hope!

Dec 29th, 2020, 18:21	#3
Mad Malc Member Last Online: Apr 13th, 2024 13:37 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Filey	Just pop it in and off you go.

Dec 30th, 2020, 11:41	#6
Jumper9895 XC90 B5 Last Online: Apr 11th, 2024 10:54 Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Southampton	Wow, why can’t everything be that simples! No fuss, no messages back and forth, no hassle with passwords, reset usage on Sensus and we’re off for another 24 months. And the sim is on Amazon on offer for £36! Thanks for the replies guys.

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