ZTE R230 Vodafone Mobile WiFi User Manual MF980 quick start guide V1 0
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MF980
Quick Start Guide
ZTE CORPORATION
ZTE Plaza, Keji Road South, Shenzhen, China
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Description
Network signal stre
n
Network type
The user is in roami
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Connected to the I
mode.
New message (s)
Wi-Fi status and th
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Battery level
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multiple client
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following figur
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4G Mode:
A
Internet.
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WLAN devi
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through Wi-
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be already
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The device n
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GSM850/1900
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t
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u
n Scenarios
n access the Intern
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s are for your refere
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A
micro-SIM card
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Installin
g
1. Open the mi
NOTE:
Do not remov
e
the device.
5
g
Y
our Devi
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cro-SIM card slot co
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the cover crudely,
b
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2. Install a mic
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cards, or any n
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3. Close the
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Using Wi-
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1. Power on y
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2. Ensure tha
t
enabled Wi-
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on-standard micro-
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a standard micro-
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m
icro-SIM card slot
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ing to Your
F
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t
your computer o
r
Fi, and search for a
v
icro-SIM card slot.
n
ot use any other ki
n
S
IM card cut from a
S
S
IM card from you
r
c
over.
Device
r
other client devic
v
ailable wireless net
w
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d of SIM
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w
orks.
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further details
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a computer, y
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address autom
3. Select the
Connect.
4. Enter the W
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NOTE: Re
f
SSID and P
a
password.
5. Wait until t
successfully
Using a U
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1. Connect a c
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2. Power on
y
identifies n
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software.
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If the system d
double-click t
h
ZTEMODEM t
o
3. Wait until
successfully
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fer to your Wi-Fi-en
a
o
n how to search for
o
u need to set yo
u
atically.
Wi-Fi name (SSID
)
i
-Fi password if nec
e
f
er to the chapter
G
a
ssword to get th
he client device is
.
S
B Cable
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mputer to your dev
i
y
our device. The o
p
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w hardware, and
oes not automaticall
y
h
e device installatio
o
install the software
.
the computer is
.
a
bled client device m
a
wireless networks. I
f
u
r computer to obta
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of your device,
a
e
ssary, and click OK.
G
etting to Know t
h
e default Wi-Fi S
S
connected to you
i
ce with a USB cabl
e
p
erating system det
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automatically ins
t
y
launch installation,
n icon in My Co
m
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connected to you
r
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nual for
f
you use
in an IP
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nd click
h
e Wi-Fi
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cts and
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alls the
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pute
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device
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Getting
t
Passwo
r
You can use th
and password.
View t
h
Press
t
Devic
e
displa
y
Logging
Hotspot
1. Ensure that
client devic
e
2. Launch the
the address
3. Enter the u
s
Hotspot con
f
NOTE: Th
e
8
t
o Know th
e
r
d
e following methods
h
e label on the devic
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t
he FUNC key to acc
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Info, and then the
W
y
ed on the screen.
in to t
h
Configurati
the connection be
e
is correct.
Internet browser an
d
bar.
s
ername and passw
o
f
iguration page.
e
default username
a
e
Wi-Fi SSI
D
to get the default W
i
e
.
ess the options men
W
i-Fi SSID and pass
w
h
e 4G M
on Page
tween your device
d
enter http://192.1
6
o
rd to log in to the 4
G
a
nd password are a
d
D
and
i
-Fi SSID
u. Select
w
ord are
obile
and the
6
8.0.1 in
G
Mobile
d
min.
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Changing the Wi-Fi SSID or
Password
1. Log in to the 4G Mobile Hotspot configuration page.
2. Select Wi-Fi Settings > Main SSID.
3. Change the Network Name (SSID) or the Password in the
Main SSID area.
4. Click Apply.
Accessing the Internet
4G Mode
After a client device is successfully connected to your device,
you can access the Internet in Automatic or Manual mode. The
default mode is Automatic.
Mode Operation
Automatic Your device is automatically connected to the
Internet, and you can surf on the Internet
through the client.
Manual 1. Log in to the 4G Mobile Hotspot
configuration page.
2. Select Settings > Connection Mode >
Manual, and then click Apply.
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NOTE:
To modify the
p
Hotspot config
u
Internet W
1. Log in to th
e
2. Select Wi-F
i
3. Set the Int
e
Then set th
e
4. Connect to t
The following t
w
Click Co
n
connect t
o
the Pass
w
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3. Click to
click
You can als
o
select Data
C
No.
p
arameters of your d
e
u
ration page.
i-Fi Mode
e
4G Mobile Hotspot
i
Settings > Interne
t
e
rnet Wi-Fi Switch
e
Preferred Networ
k
he Wi-Fi hotspot.
w
o methods are for
y
n
nect next to the
o
in the Wi-Fi Hotsp
w
ord text box and cli
c
back to the home p
a
or .
o
press the FUNC
C
onnection. Selec
t
e
vice, log in to the 4
G
configuration page.
t
Wi-Fi.
to Enable, and clic
k
k
to Wi-Fi, and click
A
y
our reference.
Wi-Fi hotspot you
ot area, enter a pa
s
c
k Yes.
a
ge, and
key and
t
Yes or
G
Mobile
k
Apply.
A
pply.
want to
s
sword in
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Accessing the Internet
Click Add Network, enter the Wi-Fi hotspot information in
the Add Wi-Fi Hotspot area, and click Apply.
After the client device is connected to the Wi-Fi hotspot
successfully, you can access the Internet.
Using the FUNC Key
When the screen is off:
Press the FUNC Key to turn on the screen.
When the screen is on:
Press the FUNC Key to access the options menu. You
can connect or disconnect with the Internet, view device
information or Wi-Fi QR code, activate WPS function,
and enable/disable global roaming or quick boot function
without logging in to the 4G Mobile Hotspot
Configuration Page.
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Configuring Your PC
The following procedure describes how to configure the Internet
Protocol in Windows 7 for your Wi-Fi connection.
1. Right-click Network and select Properties.
2. Select Change adapter settings.
3. Right-click Wireless Network Connection and select
Properties.
4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), and click
Properties.
5. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain
DNS server address automatically, and click OK.
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Warning and Notice
To the Users
• If inadequately shielded, some electronic devices, for example, the
electronic system of vehicles, may be affected by the
electromagnetic interference caused by the device. Consult the
manufacturers of such devices before using the device if
necessary.
• Operating the device may interfere with medical instruments such
as hearing aids and pacemakers. Always keep the device more
than 20 centimeters away from such medical instruments when
your device is powered on. Power off the device if necessary.
Consult a physician or the manufacturers of medical instruments
before using the device if necessary.
• Be aware of the usage limitation when using the device at places
such as oil warehouses or chemical factories, where there are
explosive gases or explosive products being processed. Power off
the device if necessary.
• Do not use electronic transmission devices in aircrafts, at petrol
stations or in hospitals. Observe and obey all warning signs, and
power off the device in these conditions.
• Do not touch the inner antenna area unless necessary. Otherwise
the performance of the device may be affected.
• Do not use the device in an enclosed environment or where heat
dissipation is poor. Prolonged work in such space may cause
excessive heat and raise ambient temperature, which may lead to
automatic shutdown of the device for your safety. In the case of
such event, cool the device in a well-ventilated place before turning
on for normal use.
• Keep the device out of the reach of small children. The device may
cause an injury if used as a toy.
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• When the device is operating, do not touch the metallic parts.
Failing to do so may cause burns.
• Use original accessories or accessories that are authorized. Using
any unauthorized accessories may affect the performance of the
device and violate the related national regulations about telecom
terminals.
• Avoid using the device near or inside metallic constructions or
establishments that can emit electromagnetic waves, because
signal reception may be affected.
• The device is not waterproof. Keep the device dry and store it in a
shady and cool place.
• Do not use the device immediately after a sudden temperature
change, because dew may be generated inside and outside the
device. Do not use it until it becomes dry.
• Handle the device carefully. Do not drop, bend or strike it.
Otherwise the device may be damaged.
• Only qualified personnel can dismantle and repair the device.
• An operating temperature between -10°C and +55°C and humidity
between 5% and 95% are recommended.
Using Battery
Do not change the built-in rechargeable battery in your device by
yourself. The battery can only be changed by ZTE or ZTE authorized
service provider.
Limited Warranty
This warranty does not apply to defects or errors in the product
caused by:
i. Reasonable abrasion.
ii. End users’ failure to follow ZTE’s installation, operation or
maintenance instructions or procedures.
iii. End users’ mishandling, misuse, negligence, or improper
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installation, disassembly, storage, servicing or operation of the
product.
iv. Modifications or repairs not provided by ZTE or a ZTE-certified
individual.
v. Power failures, surges, fire, flood, accidents, and actions of third
parties or other events outside ZTE’s reasonable control.
vi. Usage of third-party products or usage in conjunction with
third-party products if such defects are due to the combined
usage.
vii. Any other cause beyond the range of normal usage intended for
the product.
End users have no right to reject or return the product, or receive a
refund for the product from ZTE under the above-mentioned
situations.
This warranty is end users’ sole remedy and ZTE’s sole liability for
defective or nonconforming items, and is in lieu of all other warranties,
expressed, implied or statutory, including but not limited to the implied
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose,
unless otherwise required under the mandatory provisions of the law.
Limitation of Liability
ZTE shall not be liable for any loss of profits or indirect, special,
incidental or consequential damages resulting from or arising out of or
in connection with using of this product, no matter whether or not ZTE
had been advised, knew or should have known of the possibility of
such damages, including, but not limited to lost profits, interruption of
business, cost of capital, cost of substitute facilities or product, or any
downtime cost.
FCC Caution:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
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harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
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Body Operation
This device was tested for typical body support operations. To comply
with RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 1.0
cm must be maintained between the user’s body and the device,
including the antenna. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and similar
accessories used by this device should not contain any metallic
components. Body accessories that do not meet these requirements
may not comply with RF exposure requirements and should be
avoided. Use only the supplied or an approved antenna.
LEGAL INFORMATION
Copyright © 2016 ZTE CORPORATION.
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be excerpted, reproduced, translated
or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical,
including photocopying and microfilm, without the prior written
permission of ZTE Corporation.
The manual is published by ZTE Corporation. We reserve the right to
make modifications on print errors or update specifications without
prior notice.
Version No.: R1.0
Edition Time: June 24, 2016
Manual No.:
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Troubleshooting
Problem Recommended Action
The
connection
between your
device and a
PC through a
USB cable
cannot be
established.
Install the software, and run the
installation program in the path of My
Computer.
If the driver of your device is
abnormal, reinstall the software. You
need to uninstall the software first.
The
connection
between your
device and a
client through
Wi-Fi cannot
be
established.
Ensure that the Wi-Fi function is
enabled.
Refresh the network list and select
the correct SSID.
Check the IP address, and ensure
that your client can automatically
obtain an IP address.
Enter the correct network key (Wi-Fi
password) when you connect the
client to your device.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Recommended Action
The client
connected to
the device
cannot access
the Internet.
Ensure that your micro-SIM card is
available.
Change the location and find a place
with good signal.
Check the settings of the WAN
connection mode.
Contact your service provider and
confirm your APN settings.
The 4G
Mobile
Hotspot
configuration
page cannot
be visited.
Enter the correct address. The
default address is http://192.168.0.1.
Use only one network adapter in
your PC.
Do not use any proxy server.
Getting More Help
You can get help by:
Sending an email to mobile@zte.com.cn
Visiting www.ztedevice.com