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6.1. How do I connect an XBOX? (without an authorized/BABTEL provided Z1 Router)

If you want to connect an XBOX you have two options:

1. You may bridge your connection from a laptop (or phone) using the instructions, found below in the "bridge construction" section. 

OR

2. You can rent a WiFi Router for $16.66/month (the WiFi router gives you unlimited logins from behind the WiFi Router).

•  Note: routers are only available at AUAB due to the wired infrastructure — please visit one of our AUAB sales offices to get a router...

There are certain restrictions on Babtel that necessitate our customers to perform uncommon practices, like the one outlined in this FAQ. If you would like to learn more, please ask a Babtel customer service representative. 

 

Bridge Construction:

1. Choose a phone or other device to mimic, then find its MAC address.
   1. On a Windows phone, you can find the MAC address by going to Settings > System > About, then clicking the More Info button.
   2. For a Windows tablet or PC, you can open up a command prompt (CMD.exe), then type ipconfig /all and press Enter. Under the Wireless LAN Adapter, you want to use the Physical Address.
      ... If you have a different device, you may need to use your search bar to find out how to complete this step. Just contact Babtel support if you are struggling.
2. Connect to the internet via Wi-Fi/wired.
3. Login through the portal ( https://account.babtel.net/login.ews? ). This allows you to authenticate and/or accept terms through the web browser.
4. Disconnect the device from the network – Its work is done
5. Tell your Xbox to act like your other device by mimicking its MAC address.
   1. How to mimic a MAC address On Xbox 360:
      Go to: System > Network Settings > Wireless Network > Configure Network > Additional Settings > Advanced Settings Alternate MAC Address
   2. How to mimic a MAC address On Xbox:
      Go to: Settings > Network > Advanced Settings > Alternate MAC Address 
      ... If you have a different device, you may need to use your search bar to find out how to complete this step. Just contact Babtel support if you are struggling.
6. Enter the MAC address of the device you previously connected with and save the settings

Once the changes are saved, you should be able to connect to the internet. If you want to test the speed and connection, please visit speedtest.net and select "Ooredoo Qatar" as your server. If you need help with that, please visit the related FAQ: https://help.babtel.net/index.php?pg=kb.page&id=3

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