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ZTE MF60 - Mobile WiFi Hotspot Quick Guide

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ZTE MF60 - Mobile WiFi Hotspot Quick Guide

Introduction

MF60 is a 3G/2G mobile hotspot device, working in GSM/GPRS/EDGE/ WCDMA/HSPA/HSPA+ network. The client devices could connect to it via USB or Wi-Fi interface. The device supports data and SMS services, enabling you to communicate anytime and anywhere.
This quick guide provides instructions on how to install and get started with the product. For information about connection of services, please consult your service provider.

Specification


Data Service		 HSPA+: DL 21.6Mbps,
UL 5.76Mbps
WCDMA CS: 64kbps UL/DL
WCDMA PS: 384kbps UL/DL
Interface USB and Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Standard 802.11b/g
Wi-Fi Security WEP/WPA/WPA2
USB Version USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED
USB Interface Type Micro USB
Weight 75g
Dimensions (W×H×D): 99.7mm*53.7mm*13.9mm
microSD card Support up to 32GB microSD card
Power Adapter 5V/700mA
Battery 1500mAh
*Standby time 100hours
*Working time 4hours
Operate system Windows 7, Windows Vista(32bit or 64bit),
Windows XP (SP2 or later), MAC (10.4 or later)
Web Browser IE (6.0 or later), Firefox (2.0 or later),
Opera (10.0 or later), Safari (4.0 or later), Chrome (5.0 or later)
Operating temperature 0°C ~ +35°C
Storage temperature -20°C ~ +50°C
Charging temperature 0°C ~ +45°C
Humidity 5%~ 95%

Notes: microSD is a trademark of SD Card Association.
The device's standby and working time are only for your reference, and based on ideal working environment.

Getting to Know Your Device

The following figure shows the appearance of the device, it is only for your reference. The actual device may be different.
Getting to Know Your Device

Interface and Buttons

  1. Power
 Hold the Power button to switch on/off the device.
  1. Memory card slot (microSD card)
 It is where you insert the memory card (microSD card).
  1. WPS
 This button is used to start/end Wi-Fi Protected Setup authentication process and enable/disable the Wi-Fi function.
  • Hold it for 3 seconds to activate the WPS function.
  • When the WPS function is available, press it to deactivate the WPS function.
  • Press it to enable/disable Wi-Fi function.
  1. LED Screen
 It indicates the signal type, signal strength, battery, Wi-Fi, etc.
  1. External Antenna Connector
 It is used to connect an external antenna to enhance the signal strength.
  1. Charger/USB port
  • Charge your device.
  • Connect the client to your device via USB cable.

Notes:
Hold the WPS and Power buttons simultaneously until the LED screen turns off, and then release the buttons. The device will restart automatically and restore to the factory default settings.
Please use the original external antenna if necessary.

LED Indicator
When the device is powered on, the following icons will appear on the LED screen, with the corresponding indicates listed in the table below:

Icon Indication
Network signal strength.
Network type. 2G or 3G icon will appear on the LED screen according to the network being connected.
Connect to the Internet automatically.
Connect to the Internet manually.
Roaming network indication.
New message received.
Wi-Fi Status and number of the connecting users.
Battery power indication.

Hardware Installation

Inserting SIM Card and Battery

  1. Use the thumb catch at the bottom of the device to open the battery cover.
    Inserting SIM Card and Battery - Step 1
  1. Insert the SIM card into the SIM card holder.

  2. Insert the battery as shown with the contacts located against the metal springs, and press the battery down into the case.
    Inserting SIM Card and Battery - Step 2
  3. Line the battery cover up correctly and press gently to close the case.

Inserting microSD Card

  1. Pull the microSD cover out of the card slot.
    Notes: Do not pull the cover rudely, as it is connected with the device.
  2. Insert the microSD card into the microSD slot. The following picture shows the correct inserting direction. You will hear a click when the microSD card locks in place.
    Inserting microSD Card
  1. Close the microSD cover.

Switching On/Off Your Device
Hold the Power button to switch on/off the device.
Notes:
The device is powered on when the LED screen lights up.

Charging Your Device
You can charge your device by using USB cable or adapter.

  1. Insert the charger lead carefully.
  2. The plug only fits one way. Do not use excessive force to insert the plug.
    Charging Your Device

Working Mode

Your device supports three working modes. For the client, we only use PC or laptop as the example in this document.
USB Mode: Connect to the device with the USB cable.
Working Mode - Step 1

Wi-Fi Mode: Connect to the device via Wi-Fi.
Working Mode - Step 2

Mixed Mode: Connect to the device with the above two connection methods.
Notes:
If you want to connect to the Internet by using Wi-Fi mode, make sure that the client supports the Wi-Fi function.
The following picture is the application example. All of the client devices can surf on the Internet at the same time.
Working Mode - Step 3

Establish a connection between your device and the client

Via USB Cable

  1. Connect your device and the client with the USB cable.
  2. Power on your device.
  3. Follow the system prompts to complete the software installation.
    Notes:
  • If the system does not launch installation automatically, you can run the installation program in path of My Computer > Ncell Connect.
  • The driver of your device will be installed at the same time.
  1. After the installation, the system will create a shortcut icon on your desktop and a Ncell Connect program group in the Start→Programs menu. The connection between your device and the client will be established successfully a moment later.

Via Wi-Fi

  1. Power on your device directly. It will take 1~2 minutes to initialize.
  2. Use your normal Wi-Fi application on the client to search the available wireless network.
    Notes: You need to check your Wireless Network Connection. Set the client to obtain an IP address automatically in the Internet protocol (TCP/ IP) properties, and the client will get an IP address like "192.168.0.100".
  3. Select the SSID of your device, and then click Connect. The following figure is for your reference only.
    Establish a connection Via Wi-Fi
    Notes: There will be a pop-up window to require the password. Check the label on your device to gain the SSID and preset password information. Please do remember the new password when you change the password by selecting Settings > Wi-Fi Settings > Security after logging in the WebGUI Configuration Page. You can restore the device to the factory default settings in case you forget it.
  1. Wait a moment, the connection between your device and the client will be established successfully.

Access the Internet

  1. Switch on the device.
  2. Establish a connection between your device and the client.
  3. After successfully establishing the connection, access the Internet in the Always On or Manual mode.

Notes:
You can browse the WebGUI Configuration page and click WAN Connection to set the WAN connection mode.

Access the WebGUI Configuration Page

  1. Make sure the connection between your device and the client is correct.
  2. Launch the internet browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 or http://ufi.home in the address bar.
    Notes: It is recommended that you use IE (6.0 or later), Firefox (2.0 or later), Opera (10.0 or later), Safari (4.0 or later), Chrome (5.0 or later).
  3. The login page appears as follows. The following figure is only for your reference.

View the information of WAN, WLAN and Device. Input the casesensitive default password "admin", and then click Login to access the WebGUI Configuration page.

Notes:

  • Do not put anything on the top of your device. Do not lay devices to overlap each other when using.
  • The device takes 1~2 minutes to initialize, and attach to the network.

PIN Code Verification
If the PIN code of your SIM card is enabled, you will need to input the PIN code when you login at the first time.
PIN Code Verification - Step 1

Notes:
The SIM card will be locked if you enter wrong PIN code consecutively for three times.
If you want to modify the PIN Status, please select Settings > Advanced > PIN Management to do the actions.
PIN Code Verification - Step 2

Quick Settings
After logging in, select Quick Settings, and then the wizard appears.
Quick Settings
The wizard guides you how to set the basic parameters for your device in the safest way. After this procedure, you can use your Internet service.
Notes: The parameter settings may have been preset by your service provider, and you will enjoy your Internet service directly. Please contact your service provider for details if you want to do some modification.

WAN Connection
After logging in, select WAN Connection, and you can choose the WAN Connection Mode according to your requirement.
WAN Connection

Settings
After logging in, select Settings, and you can do the following operations.

Select Settings > 3G Settings View the 3G Wireless Information, select Band Selection Mode or change APN Setting.
Select Settings > Wi-Fi Settings View the current station list, change the basic wireless network settings, choose security mode and WPA type, and perform the WPS configuration.
Select Settings > Firewall Set the MAC/IP/Port Filtering, Port Forwarding or the System Security configuration.
Select Settings > Advanced View the current status of your device, change the Administrator Settings, restore factory defaults, manage PIN or set the LAN interface configuration.

Notes:
Make sure that you can remember the new password if you change the login password by selecting Settings > Advanced > Management. Please restore the device to the factory default settings in case you forget the new password.

Disconnect from the Internet

Disconnect from the Internet

  1. Log in the WebGUI Configuration page, and select WAN Connection.
  2. Select Manual > Disconnect Internet.
  3. Click Apply.

Notes:Turning off the device can also terminate the internet connection.

SMS

This function allows you to view, send and receive short messages.
After logging in, select SMS, and you can do the following operations.

Select SMS > Device Operate the SMS in your device.
Select SMS > SIM Card Operate the SMS in your SIM card.
Select SMS > New Message Send or save SMS.
Select SMS > SMS Settings Set the SMS configuration.

PhoneBook

This function allows you to store contacts to your device or SIM card.
After logging in, select PhoneBook, and you can add a new contact in Add New tab, and perform operations to the contact in the Device or SIM Card tab.
PhoneBook

Usage of WPS

If your client device supports WPS, you need not to input the password manually after WPS has been available. Please do the following:

  1. Start up your device.
  2. Launch the client device connected to your device.
  3. Enable the WPS function of your device.
  4. Enable the WPS function of the client.

Notes:

  • If the current security mode of the device is OPEN or SHARE, the WPS function is useless.
  • For the detailed operations about the client, please refer to the client's instruction.

Sleep Mode

When you enable the Wi-Fi function and use the battery to supply power to the device, once no user connects to the device within 10 minutes or you press the WPS button, the device will enter the sleep mode, and the LED screen will be turned off. In the sleep mode, the Wi-Fi function will be disabled. Press Power or WPS button to wake up the device, and the LED screen will be turned on.
Notes:
With USB connection if no Wi-Fi user connects to the device within 10 minutes, only the Wi-Fi function will be disabled. Hold the WPS button about 3 seconds to enable this function.

Warning and Notice

To the Owner

  • Some electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference sent by your device if inadequately shielded, such as the electronic system of vehicles. Please consult the manufacturer of your device before using if necessary.
  • Operating of laptop and desktop PCs and your device may interfere with medical devices like hearing aids and pacemakers. Please always keep them more than 20 centimeters away from such medical devices when they are turned on. Turn your device off if necessary. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device before using your device.
  • Be aware of the usage limitation when using your device at places such as oil warehouses or chemical factories, where there are explosive gases or explosive products being processed. Turn off your device if required.
  • The use of electronic transmitting devices is forbidden in aircrafts, at petrol stations and in hospitals. Please observe and obey all warning signs and switch off your device in these conditions.
  • Do not touch the inner antenna area if not necessary. Otherwise it will affect your device's performance.
  • Store your device out of the reach of little children. Your device may cause injury if used as a toy.
  • Do not touch the metallic parts of your device so as to avoid a burn, when your device is working.

Using Your Device

  • Please use original accessories or accessories that are authorized. Using any unauthorized accessories may affect your device's performance, and violate related national regulations about telecom terminals.
  • Avoid using your device near or inside metallic structures or establishments that can emit electromagnetic waves. Otherwise it may influence signal reception.
  • Your device is not waterproof. Please keep it dry and store in a shady and cool place.
  • Do not use your device immediately after a sudden temperature change. In such case, it will produce dew inside and outside your device, so don't use it until it becomes dry.
  • Handle your device carefully. Do not drop, bend or strike it. Otherwise your device will be damaged.
  • No dismantling by non-professionals and only qualified technicians can undertake repair work.
  • Operating temperature range of 0°C ~ +35°C and humidity range of 5% ~ 95% are recommended.

Using Battery

  • Do not short-circuit the battery, as this can cause excessive heat and fire.
  • Do not store battery in hot areas or dispose of it in a fire to avoid explosion.
  • Do not disassemble or modify the battery.
  • When not using the battery for a long period, remove it from your device and store it in a cool dry place.
  • Never use any charger or battery damaged or worn out.
  • Return the wear-out battery to the provider or put it in the appointed recycle place. Do not put it in familial rubbish.


If the battery is broken, keep away from it. If it taints your skin, wash your skin with abundant fresh water and ask doctor help if necessary.

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