How to Manually Select a Network or Troubleshoot Connectivity Issues
If you're experiencing issues with automatic network selection or need to connect to a specific network manually, follow the steps and guidelines below to troubleshoot and resolve the problem efficiently.
Understanding the contexts where manual or automatic network selection is preferable can help maximize connectivity and address common connectivity challenges.
Network selection is a critical part of optimizing connectivity. Automatic selection is typically suited for regular use, travel across regions, and ease of connectivity management, while manual selection can be advantageous for troubleshooting and ensuring stable connections in specific scenarios.
To know the preferred networks for your eSIM, please check the 'Network list' option towards bottom of the website. On the app, select the 'Plan Details' and view the details listed under 'Network'.
Choosing the appropriate network from the list can enhance compatibility and resolve issues with connectivity in certain regions.
Manual network selection is often useful when troubleshooting unstable connections, overcoming network congestion, or ensuring a reliable connection in areas with variable coverage. This method gives users more control over their connectivity by selecting a specific network.
To manually select a network on iOS devices:
Go to Settings.
Tap Cellular (or Mobile Data).
Tap Network Selection.
Turn off the "Automatic" option.
Wait for the list of available networks to appear.
Choose your preferred network from the list.
For additional reliability, restart your device after selecting a network manually to ensure proper synchronization.
To manually select a network on Pixel devices:
Open Settings.
Go to "Network & Internet."
Tap "SIMs."
Turn off "Automatically Select Network."
Wait for the list of available networks to load.
Select your preferred network from the list.
Restarting your device after manually choosing a network can help stabilize the connection and sync the eSIM settings.
To manually select a network on Samsung devices:
Open the Settings app.
Tap on "Mobile Networks."
Tap "Network Operators."
Turn off "Automatically select network."
Wait for the list of available networks to appear.
Choose the network you would like to connect to from the list.
It is recommended to restart your device post selection to enhance network connection stability.
To manually select a network on other Android devices:
Open the Settings app.
Go to "Connections" or "Mobile Networks" (on some devices, you may need to tap "More Networks" first).
Tap "Network Operators."
Turn off "Select Automatically" or "Automatically select network."
Wait for the list of available networks to appear.
Select your preferred network from the list.
Once a network has been manually selected, restart your device to ensure all settings are applied and connection reliability is maximized.
By following these instructions and best practices, you should be able to manually select a network and resolve connectivity issues efficiently. If problems persist, consider reaching out to your service provider for assistance or checking your device settings further.
Additionally, if manual selection resolves your issue but no longer serves a need, consider switching back to automatic selection for seamless connectivity across networks.