Telenor 4G devices, commonly known as MiFi routers, Wi-Fi dongles, or 4G hotspot devices, provide internet connectivity by using a Telenor SIM card to broadcast a WiFi signal to multiple connected devices. Knowing how to check your remaining MBs (mobile data balance) on your Telenor 4G device is essential to avoid unexpected data cutoffs. This guide covers every method to check your remaining data on a Telenor 4G device in 2026.
Method 1: Check via Device Admin Portal (Web Interface)
Every Telenor 4G MiFi device comes with a built-in web admin portal that shows real-time data usage and remaining balance.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Connect your smartphone, tablet, or laptop to the Telenor 4G device WiFi network. Open any web browser on your connected device. Type the admin portal address in the browser address bar. The default address is usually 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.8.1 depending on your device model. You can also check the exact address printed on the back of your Telenor 4G device or in the user manual. Press Enter. The admin portal login page will appear. Enter the admin username and password. The default credentials are typically admin for both username and password, but check the label on the back of your device for the specific default credentials. Once logged in, look for Data Usage, Statistics, or Traffic Statistics in the menu. This section shows remaining MBs, total data used in the current billing cycle, and your package data limit.
What the Portal Shows
The admin portal provides a comprehensive view of your data usage including current session data used (since last device restart), total monthly data consumed, remaining data balance if the device is configured to track package limits, and a list of all currently connected devices with their individual data consumption. Some Telenor 4G device models automatically display remaining package data and expiry date directly on the portal home screen without requiring navigation to a statistics page.
Method 2: Check via USSD Code
If you have a phone connected to the Telenor 4G device or a separate Telenor SIM in your phone, you can use USSD codes to check the data balance on the SIM inside the 4G device.
Option A: Insert the Device SIM in a Phone Temporarily
Power off the Telenor 4G device. Remove the SIM card from the device (refer to your device manual for the SIM slot location). Insert the SIM into a compatible smartphone. Dial *999# and press call. A pop-up will display your remaining data balance, package name, and expiry date. Alternatively, dial *345*2# and press call to access the self-service menu and check data balance. After noting the balance, remove the SIM from the phone and reinsert it back in the 4G device.
Option B: Using SMS from the Device SIM
With the SIM inserted in a phone, send an SMS with the text bal or data to 345. Telenor will send an automated reply showing your remaining data bundles, call minutes, SMS, and overall account balance. This method works without needing voice call capabilities.
Method 3: Check via My Telenor App
The My Telenor app allows you to manage and monitor any Telenor SIM including the one inside your 4G device without needing to remove it from the device.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Download and open the My Telenor app on your smartphone from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Tap Sign In or Register. Enter the Telenor number of your 4G device SIM (not your personal phone number). Verify with the OTP sent to that number. Note: To receive the OTP, you may need to temporarily insert the device SIM in a phone or use the device management portal to view SMS. Once logged in with the device SIM number, the app home screen displays your remaining data balance, active packages, and expiry information clearly. You can also subscribe to new packages directly from the app when your data is running low.
Method 4: Check via Telenor 4G Device Display Screen
Some Telenor 4G device models come with a small built-in OLED or LCD display screen on the device itself.
Reading the Device Screen
Press the power or menu button on your Telenor 4G device to wake the display. Use the navigation button (if available) to cycle through the information screens. Look for the Data Statistics or Data Usage screen. The display typically shows total data used in the current session, remaining package data (if pre-configured), signal strength, connected device count, and battery level. If your device does not have a built-in screen, use the web admin portal method above as the primary way to check data usage directly on the device.
Method 5: Check via Telenor Helpline
You can call Telenor customer support to inquire about the remaining data balance on your 4G device SIM.
Calling the Helpline
Insert the 4G device SIM temporarily in a phone and call 345 from it (free call). From any other phone, call 051-111-345-100. Navigate the IVR menu to Data Services or Balance Inquiry. A customer service representative can check and tell you the remaining data balance, active packages, and expiry date for the SIM number. This method is the least convenient but works as a backup when other methods are not accessible.
Understanding Your Telenor 4G Data Balance
Day vs Night Data
Many Telenor 4G packages include separate day and night data allocations. Day data (typically usable between 6 AM and 12 AM) is the primary data allowance you use during normal hours. Night data (typically usable between 12 AM and 6 AM) is a bonus allocation that can only be used during off-peak hours. When checking your balance, look for both day and night data figures to understand your complete remaining allowance. Using night data during its designated hours helps stretch your total package significantly.
Package Expiry
Telenor data packages have a fixed validity period ranging from daily to monthly. Unused data does not roll over once the package expires. Always check both the remaining MBs and the expiry date together to plan your usage effectively. Renewing a package before it expires on most Telenor plans adds the new data allocation on top of any remaining balance in your current package.
Tips to Manage Your Telenor 4G Data
Enable data usage alerts in the admin portal if your device supports threshold notifications that warn you when you are running low on data. Limit the number of devices connected to your Telenor 4G device to reduce uncontrolled background data consumption. Disable auto-updates on connected devices or schedule them for nighttime when night data is active. Use the My Telenor app to subscribe to add-on data packages directly when your balance is low without waiting for your main package to expire.
Conclusion
The quickest way to check remaining MBs on your Telenor 4G device is through the device admin portal at 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.8.1, which provides real-time data usage without removing the SIM. The My Telenor app and USSD codes offer convenient alternatives when you need to check balance remotely. By regularly monitoring your data consumption using these methods, you can manage your Telenor 4G device effectively and avoid unexpected data interruptions in 2026.