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# Suggested Hardware Models

## 4G Router

4G Routers are good for events with more than 200 pax as it provides strong network connectivity with the iPads/tablets. It can support a distance up to 10-20 meters between 4G Router to iPad.\
**Note:** It is highly recommended to connect the router to printer via LAN cables as it provides the most stable connection.

1. Huawei B311B <https://consumer.huawei.com/za/routers/4g-cpe-router-b311b/buy/>

## Pocket Wifi

Pocket Wifi is only suitable for events with less than 200 pax. The supported distance between the pocket wifi and ipads are up to 5 meters distance.

**Tested & Supported Pocket Wifi Models**

1. Huawei E5785 <https://consumer.huawei.com/en/routers/4g-mobile-wifi-3/>
2. Huawei E5577 <https://consumer.huawei.com/ie/routers/e5577/specs/>

**Not supported Pocket Wifi Models**

1. Softbank Pocket WiFi 802ZT

## Supported Badge Printers

### Brother

1. Brother QL820NW <https://www.brother.com.hk/tc/ql820nwb.html>
2. Brother QL720NW
3. Brother QL-1110NWB (only supported for Check-in App on iOS devices)

### Zebra

1. Zebra ZD620 203dpi only <https://www.zebra.com/us/en/products/spec-sheets/printers/desktop/zd620.html>
2. Zebra ZD610 203dpi only
3. Zebra ZD420, ZD421 203dpi only

300dpi is not supported at the moment.

## Not Supported Badge Printers

1. Brother QL800. This printer model does not support internet.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Which router should I use for a large event?

**A:** A **4G Router** (Huawei B311B) for events with 200+ attendees. It supports 10-20 meter distance. Connect the printer via LAN cable for the most stable connection.

### Q: Can I use a pocket WiFi for badge printing?

**A:** Yes, but only for events under 200 attendees. Pocket WiFi supports up to 5 meter distance. For larger events, use a 4G router.

### Q: Which Brother printer models are supported?

**A:** QL-820NWB (all devices), QL-720NW (all devices), and QL-1110NWB (iOS only — not found on Android Check-in App).