Are you finding it difficult to buy data on MTN Turbonet devices? There are many ways you can do this and this guide will give you three different ways you can do that. Whether your number is linked or not, you can still purchase data for the device.
MTN Turbonet as I have said earlier is so far the fastest wireless internet connection in Ghana. There are so many things you must know when using the device and buying a data bundle is one of them.
The Turbonet router comes with a separate SIM card and has a phone number which is the number of your device. You can make and receive calls with the MTN Turbonet number using a telephone connected to your router but you cannot use this SIM card in a phone.
The FTTX router, on the other hand, comes with an inbuilt SIM. You can’t see the SIM card or change it but you are given a phone number which is your FTTX number. You can also make or receive calls using a telephone connected to your router.
During purchasing of the device, your already existing phone number which should be an MTN number is linked to your MTN Turbonet device. Linking your number allows you to purchase data bundles onto your device using your linked phone number.
In this guide, my goal is to help have different ways you can buy data on MTN Turbonet or FTTX device. I will also tell you more about your FTTX number as well as your MTN Turbonet linked number.
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Why is it Difficult to Buy Data on MTN Turbonet or FTTX?
One of the reasons why it is quite difficult to buy data on MTN Turbonet or FTTX is that the SIM card in the device can not be used in a phone.
While most users are very familiar with buying data bundles on mobile phones, they are usually unaware of how the Turbonet works and find it difficult to buy data bundles on the device. How then do you buy data on MTN Turbonet or FTTX devices?
3 Ways to Buy Data on MTN Turbonet or FTTX Device
I could give you more than 3 different ways to buy data on MTN Turbonet or FTTX device. However, I will try my best to stick with only three.
Below are some of the ways you can buy data bundles on the MTN Turbonet or MTN Fibre Broadband router.
1. Buy Using the FTTX Linked Number
You can buy data bundles on MTN Turbonet or FTTX devices using your linked number. To use your FTTX linked number, follow the procedure below:
- First of all, buy a sufficient amount of airtime onto your FTTX-linked number.
- Dial *5057# which is the MTN Turbonet bundle code. You should see a similar screen as the one in the image below.
- Select option 1 for data bundles and select the amount you want to buy or enter the amount manually by selecting option 5.
- Next, confirm your purchase to the MTN Turbonet number.
- Now select option 1 (Mobile Airtime) to buy data on the MTN Turbonet number using the airtime on your linked number.
You should receive a message shortly confirming your purchase after following this procedure. If you don’t get any SMS alert, just check your balance and you should see the additional data added.
2. How to Buy Data Using the Turbonet or FTTX number
To use this method, you must make sure you know the Turbonet number and all the airtime are on the number.
How do you transfer airtime to the MTN Turbonet number?
You can use an MTN EVD vendor to make this possible or you can also use the airtime transfer option in the MTN Turbonet code (*5057#, Option 4) to help you transfer the airtime from your linked number to the Turbonet of FTTX number.
You can also purchase your airtime directly from your MoMo to the Turbonet or FTTX number. If you have the airtime on your number, then follow the procedure below to start purchasing the data.
First, visit fibrebroadband.mtn.com.gh. You should see a similar page as the one in the screenshot.
- Click on the “Request Login” if you do not already have an account. If you have, click on “Login” and log into your Turbonet or MTN Fibre Broadband account.
- Since you already have your airtime loaded onto your Turbonet or Fibre Broadband number, navigate to “Activities”.
- Select “Buy Bundle” from the drop-down list
- Now make sure you fill out the available input fields.
- Select your number and the type of device you are using whether it is a Fibre Broadband or Turbonet.
- Select the amount of data and select “Airtime” as the payment method since you have already loaded your number with airtime.
- For Rollover, you can choose YES and click on the “Purchase Bundle” button. Refer to the screenshot below.
Immediately after you pay, you will receive an SMS confirming your purchase. This is how easy it is if you want to purchase data using the MTN Turbonet of Fibre number.
What if you don’t have your linked number? How do you buy data on MTN Turbonet or Fibre Broadband without it?
3. How to Recharge MTN Turbonet or Fibre Broadband without a linked number
It is possible to buy data on MTN Turbonet or FTTX without a linked number. But at least you must have a Mobile Money account on the number you intend to use. If you have everything ready, follow the procedure below.
- Dial the MTN Mobile Money code which is *170#.
- Select Option 3 (Airtime & Bundles)
- Select Option 3 again for “Fixed Broadband”
- If you do not already have any number there, select “Other” and proceed to enter the MTN Fibre Broadband number you want to buy the data bundle for.
- On the next page, make sure you select “Data Bundle” and proceed to select the amount you would like to buy or select option 5 and enter an amount manually.
- Proceed to the next page and you will receive a Mobile Money prompt. As soon as you enter your MoMo PIN, your Turbonet or FTTX number will be credited with the amount of data you purchased.
These are the three main ways you can buy data on MTN Turbonet or Fibre Broadband. Some other methods also work. These methods include using third-party vendors like ExpresspayGh or Hubtel.
How to Link Your Number to MTN Turbonet or Fibre Broadband
I believe you have been hearing the phrase “linked number” almost throughout the entire article. If you don’t know what it is then rest assured, I will tell you all about the linked number and how to link your number to the MTN Fibre Broadband number.
What is the MTN Turbonet linked number?
The MTN Turbonet or Fibre Broadband linked number is a regular MTN subscriber number that is paired with your MTN Turbonet or Fibre Broadband number to help you manage your account on the fly.
This number necessarily doesn’t have to be only your number. You can add co-workers or family members depending on where you are using the device.
How do I link my number to my MTN Broadband number?
To link your number to your MTN Turbonet or Fibre Broadband number, you will have to visit the MTN service centre or call MTN customer care on 116 to help you do that.
Note that the 116 customer care number is dedicated to only Turbonet or Fibre Broadband customers so you can not proceed to speak with an agent if you don’t provide a Fibre number.
Also, you can link your number to as many Turbonet or Fibre numbers as you want. You will only have to choose which number to manage whenever you dial the MTN Turbonet code which is *5057#.
Also, note that you will be asked to verify ownership of your Fibre or Turbonet number before linking any other number to it.
How to Check MTN Turbonet Balance
If you want to check your MTN Turbonet Balance, simply dial the MTN Turbonet short code (*5057#) on your linked number. Now, follow the procedure below to check your balance.
- After dialling the code, select 3 for Check Balance.
- Now, select option 1 for Data Balance.
The next prompt will display your data balance as well as your airtime balance.
There are other ways you can check your Turbonet balance and one of them is to use the MTN admin Dashboard. To do that, follow the procedure below.
- Visit the router IP address in your web browser and log into the app.
- Navigate to the “My MTN” tab and click on the “Balance” button to check your balance. Refer to the screenshot below.
If you have been looking forward to knowing more about how to buy data on the MTN Fibre Broadband or Turbonet, then this is it. I have provided three different ways you can buy data bundles on these devices as well as how to link your number and check your balance.
If you have more questions that have not been answered yet, simply leave them in the comment section and I will replas fast as possible.