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ConGratulatIons, you’re now the proud owner of an iinet MobIIhotspot 3G.
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This manual is designed to show you all the ins and outs of your iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G including how you can become a hotspot for up to five devices at home or when you’re out and about. All the images provided are a guide only so the real thing may look a little different.
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GettinG to know your iinet MobiiHotspot 3G Connection up to five wi-Fi devices can be connected to the internet through your iinet MobiiHotspot 3G. Connecting each device will depend on its operating system. the following images give you an idea of how it all comes together...
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1. Multi-device access via Wi-Fi Game machine Smart phone Digital camera Laptop...
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3. Multi-device access via Wi-Fi and USB at the same time Game machine Smart phone Digital camera Laptop...
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Appearance Item Screen Reset button • External antenna interface • Power button WPS button (secure connection) USB port microSD card slot Strap hole...
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Screen Item Signal strength Network Wi-Fi enabled • Number of devices connected • Internet connection status New messages • Number of new messages • Battery level International roaming state Traffic data • Connection duration •...
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Note: • Wi-Fi: Wireless Fidelity • WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup • Traffic statistics are for your 0B 00:00 reference only.
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Installing the SIM Card Note: It’s important to remember to only use a SIM card that is compatible with the iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G. DO NOT attempt to use a Micro or Nano SIM in this device. Insert the SIM card in the card slot.
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Insert the microSD card into your iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G, as shown in the image to the right. Remove the rubber cap from the microSD card slot. Then insert the microSD card into the slot. After inserting the microSD card completely, attach...
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• Do not remove the microSD or SIM card when the card is in use. Otherwise, the card as well as your iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G may get damaged and the data stored on the card may be corrupted.
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MobiiHotspot 3G. Use of an incompatible charger or one from an unknown manufacturer may cause the device to malfunction, fail, or could even cause a fire. It will also void all warranties, whether expressed or implied, on the...
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2. Connecting to a PC for charging Connect the iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G to a PC using a compatible data cable.
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ConneCtion Follow the steps below to get online quickly and easily. 1. Power on the iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G Press and hold until the screen lights up. The iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G is powered on.
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Note: Press and hold to power off the iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G.
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Otherwise, check to make sure you have a wireless network adapter installed. Click View available wireless networks to display a list of wireless networks available. Select a network indicated by the SSID of your iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G, and then click Connect.
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Note: • If the encryption parameter is already set for iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G, the Wireless Network Connection dialog box is displayed. Enter the wireless network key in the dialog box. • The SSID and network key label can be found behind the battery or on the inside of the back cover.
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3: Getting online After establishing a Wi-Fi connection, you’ll be ready to get online and browse the Internet. Note: Please select a proper Internet connection mode based on your service expense. For example, if you are subscribed to the time-based network service, you are recommended to select Manual mode.
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You can choose whether to enable your iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G to connect to the Internet automatically even while you are roaming. If this function is disabled, your iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G automatically disconnects from the Internet while you are roaming. In this case, you’ll have to...
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Internet automatically data transmission is required. If there is no data transmission over a period of time, the iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G automatically disconnects from the Internet. Manual Launch the web management page and follow the prompts to connect to or...
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ManaGeMent paGe Connect your iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G to the Internet (see previous steps). Start the Internet browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar. Enter the password and log in to the web management page. Note: The default password is admin.
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Power Saving Mode If your iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G is unused for a preset period of time, the screen turns off. Press any key to light up the screen. If your iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G is powered by the battery only, choose whether to enable the iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G to turn off Wi-Fi automatically.
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The Pin Code If PIN code protection is enabled, log in to the web management page and follow the prompts to enter the correct PIN code. You’ll find details of your PIN with your SIM card.
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Securing your connection If a Wi-Fi client(your smartphone, laptop etc) connected to the iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G supports the WPS function (aka secure connection), a network key will be automatically generated without manual input. If not, you can establish a secure connection yourself.
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Note: After Wi-Fi is enabled, press and hold to enable the WPS function of the iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G. Enable the WPS function of the client. Note: For WPS operations on the client, see the user guide of the client.
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If you’ve forgotten some of the setting changes you’ve made, you can easily restore factory defaults and reconfigure your iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G. Simply press and hold the RESET button until the screen turns off. All factory default settings will now be successfully restored.
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Select Settings > Wi-Fi. Automatically detect the networks in range and display the access point list. Select a network indicated by the SSID of the iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G. If necessary, enter a password and tap ‘Join’. (Networks requiring a password appear with a lock...
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Note: Some Wi-Fi clients such as iTouch, PS3 and NDSi can also access the Internet via the iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G. For details, see the user guides of the Wi-Fi clients.
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Just one More tHinG If your iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G is used in an environment with poor ventilation, it may overheat with extended use. If this happens, it will switch itself off and disconnect from the network automatically. Clever isn’t it.
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If you run into any trouble, try the following: • See help on the web management page. • Restart the iiNet MobiiHotspot 3G. • Restore the factory defaults. • Contact us on 13 22 58.
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