Huawei Mobile WiFi E5878, Quick Start Manual

Page 1: ...Quick Start ...

Page 2: ...an start using it right away Please read this document carefully before using your Mobile WiFi For detailed information about the functions and configurations of the Mobile WiFi refer to the online help on the web management page that comes with the Mobile WiFi For detailed instructions for logging in to the web management page refer to Logging In to the Web Management Page ...

Page 3: ...ct you have purchased may vary Application Scenarios Wi Fi devices such as smartphones tablet computers and game consoles or computers can all access the Internet through Mobile WiFi The specific connection procedure depends on the operating system of the Wi Fi device or computer Establish a connection according to your device s specific instructions ...

Page 4: ...1 Scenario 1 Accessing the Internet Using an LTE 3G or 2G Network The Mobile WiFi uses your operator s LTE 3G or 2G network to access the Internet a Wi Fi or USB connection LTE 3G 2G ...

Page 5: ...the network adapter AF18 hereinafter referred to as the AF18 and then connect the AF18 s network port to a computer using a network cable AF18 LTE 3G 2G Note The AF18 is an optional accessory If it is not included in the package you can purchase one separately ...

Page 6: ... Fi Extender function When you use the Mobile WiFi in Wi Fi coverage areas for example an airport cafe hotel or your home your Mobile WiFi will connect to known Wi Fi hotspots helping you save mobile data usage For details about adding Wi Fi hotspots see Adding a Wi Fi Hotspot Wi Fi Hotspot ...

Page 7: ...t WAN Connect the Mobile WiFi to AF18 and then connect the AF18 s network port to the Ethernet port using a network cable You can then access the Internet via Ethernet such as a home ADSL hotel DHCP or campus static IP broadband network Ethernet AF18 ...

Page 8: ...5 Appearance 1 3 2 4 5 Screen Power button Micro SIM card tray Reset button Micro USB port ...

Page 9: ...G R 1 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 8 0 B 2GB Roaming R Data roaming turned on Signal strength Signal strength from weak to strong Network type 4G 3G 2G Connected to an LTE 3G 2G network Connected to WLAN Data connection status ...

Page 10: ...i Fi devices Traffic statistics Data usage this month Monthly data usage limit Note To set the start date of the monthly data usage statistics and data usage limit go to the web management page Data traffic information is for your reference only For more accurate data traffic information please consult your service provider ...

Page 11: ...he package It is recommended that you log in to the web management page and change your SSID and network encryption key Press the power button to view the current SSID and network encryption key on the screen Connecting an Android Device to the Mobile WiFi Using a 2D Barcode 1 Search for HUAWEI Mobile WiFi in Google Play or HUAWEI App Center and download the app to your Android device 2 Scan the 2...

Page 12: ...9 Getting Started Installing Install the micro SIM card according to the illustration 1 2 4 3 ...

Page 13: ...rger to charge the device Note Only use chargers compatible with the Mobile WiFi and provided by a designated manufacturer Use of an incompatible charger or one from an unknown manufacturer may cause the Mobile WiFi to malfunction fail or could even cause a fire Such use voids all warranties whether expressed or implied on the product The charger is an optional accessory If it is not included in t...

Page 14: ...resent letters or numbers that vary by region For details about the specific charger model contact an authorized dealer Method 2 Charge the device through a computer connection Use the data cable provided with your device to connect the Mobile WiFi to the computer ...

Page 15: ... the power button to turn off the Mobile WiFi Verifying the PIN If the Mobile WiFi s network parameters have been correctly configured but you cannot access the Internet after powering it on PIN verification may be enabled Log in to the web management page and enter the PIN when prompted To avoid entering the PIN every time you power on the Mobile WiFi disable PIN verification from the web managem...

Page 16: ...connect to the Internet If data is not transmitted for a period of time the Mobile WiFi will automatically disconnect from the network connection Note You can log in to the web management page to enable or disable the automatic dialing while roaming function If this function is turned off when the Mobile WiFi enters a roaming network it will automatically disconnect from the Internet connection th...

Page 17: ...service provider or yourself When the Mobile WiFi is connected to a Wi Fi network and the Wi Fi hotspot SSID are displayed on the screen Note After connecting to a Wi Fi network the Mobile WiFi automatically reconnects to the network the next time you are under that network s coverage For details about adding Wi Fi hotspots see Adding a Wi Fi Hotspot ...

Page 18: ...parameters of the Ethernet connection Dynamic IP Does not need to be configured PPPoE Enter the user name and password for a dial up connection Static IP Select static IP in connection mode and enter the IP address default gateway address DNS server address and so on Note For detailed information about the user name password IP address default gateway address DNS server address and other settings ...

Page 19: ...and enter http 192 168 8 1 in the address box Note If the IP address conflicts with other IP addresses on the network the IP address of the Mobile WiFi automatically changes Check the current IP address on the Mobile WiFi screen 3 Enter the user name and password to log in to the web management page Note The default user name is admin The default password is admin ...

Page 20: ...or disable the Wi Fi extender Note After the Wi Fi extender function is enabled up to nine Wi Fi devices can be connected to the Mobile WiFi Adding a Wi Fi Hotspot 1 Log in to the web management page 2 From the settings page choose Wi Fi extender 3 Scan for Wi Fi hotspots and connect to the desired one ...

Page 21: ...u can choose to enable or disable the automatic Wi Fi off function If this function is enabled and if no Wi Fi devices access the Mobile WiFi for a period of time the Wi Fi turns off automatically You can press any button to turn the Wi Fi on again Restoring to Factory Settings If you forget the user name password or SSID you have set you can restore the Mobile WiFi to its factory settings To do s...

Page 22: ...nsure that the computer is equipped with a wireless network adapter If the computer indicates a wireless network connection the wireless network adapter can be used Otherwise verify that your wireless network adapter is working properly 3 Select the wireless network connection with the Mobile WiFi s SSID and click Connect Note If the wireless network connection is encrypted enter the correct wirel...

Page 23: ...20 4 Wait a moment for the wireless network connection icon to appear in the system tray in the lower right corner of the computer screen The wireless network connection is then established ...

Page 24: ...w Connection and enter the connection name 5 Select Scan to search for wireless networks A list of access points will be displayed on the screen 6 Select the access point with the Mobile WiFi s SSID and press the button on the PSP Confirm the SSID and enter the correct wireless network encryption key 7 Press the button to proceed to the next step and then press the X button to ...

Page 25: ...22 save settings 8 Select Test Connection to test whether the network connection is successful 9 You can now open the browser and access the network ...

Page 26: ...ss points 3 Select the access point with the Mobile WiFi s SSID 4 If required enter the correct wireless network encryption key and tap Join The lock icon indicates that the encryption key is required to connect to this wireless network Note Wi Fi devices such as an iPhone iPod touch PS3 and NDSi can all access the Internet through the Mobile WiFi For specific operations refer to the Wi Fi device ...

Page 27: ...tself from damage If this occurs place the Mobile WiFi in a well ventilated space to allow the heat to dissipate then turn it on and continue to use it as normal If you are unable to use the Mobile WiFi as normal try the following Consult the online help on the web management page Restart the Mobile WiFi Restore the Mobile WiFi to the factory settings Consult your operator Version V100R001_01 Part...

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