Samsung Galaxy A17 5G - How to Set 5G Only Network Mode

Samsung Galaxy A17 with 5G network settings

Maximise your Samsung Galaxy A17 5G's performance by configuring it to '5G Only' mode. Use the following detailed steps to make this adjustment seamlessly.

Step 1: Access the Settings App

Begin by unlocking your Samsung Galaxy A17 5G. Locate the Settings app on your home screen, depicted by a gear icon, and open it.

Opening the settings app on Samsung Galaxy

Step 2: Reset Your Mobile Network Settings

In the Settings menu, scroll down to select 'General Management'. Tap on 'Reset', then choose 'Reset Mobile Network Settings'. Confirm by tapping 'Reset Settings' (reset settings), and then 'Reset' (reset). Rest assured, this will not affect your personal data.

Resetting mobile network settings Confirmation dialog to reset network settings

Step 3: Navigate to Network Preferences

Return to the main Settings menu. Tap on 'Connections', then proceed to 'Mobile Networks'. Within this menu, select 'Network Mode' to continue.

Mobile Networks settings on Samsung Galaxy

Step 4: Select 5G Mode and Options

In the 'Network Mode' options, tap '5G Preferred'. If needed, enable 'Data Roaming' for connectivity outside your usual area. For voice over 5G, ensure that this option is turned on. Under 'Data Usage', activate 'Mobile Data'.

Selecting 5G Preferred setting Enable mobile data option

Step 5: Install Net Monster to Set 5G Only

Open Google Play Store and download 'Net Monster'. After installing, open it and access 'Phone Info' by tapping the three-line menu. Scroll to 'Set Preferred Network Type' and select 'NR Only' or '5G Only'. Return to confirm the settings are applied.

Net Monster app with Phone Info setting Net Monster app setup Info setting

Step 6: Verify and Revert Changes if Needed

Confirm the network mode is '5G Only' by revisiting 'Mobile Networks' in the Settings. If you wish to revert, change the Network Mode back to '5G Preferred'. Adjusting settings is easy if required later.

Reverting back to 5G Preferred setting

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