Aztech MWR638 User manual

MWR638
3G MOBILE WI-FI
V1.0

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Contents
About the Device....................................................................................................................5
Minimum System Requirements ............................................................................6
Package Contents .................................................................................................6
Device Design..........................................................................................................................7
Front Panel ...............................................................................................................7
Screen Display Icons...............................................................................................7
Back Panel...............................................................................................................8
Device Label Sticker...............................................................................................8
Getting Started ........................................................................................................................9
Removing/Disabling Conflicts ...............................................................................9
Internet Sharing, Proxy, and Security Applications ..........................................10
Configuring TCP/IP Settings .................................................................................11
Configuring Internet Properties ...........................................................................11
Removing Temporary Internet Files ....................................................................12
Device Setup..........................................................................................................................13
SIM Card Installation.............................................................................................13
Charging your Device..........................................................................................14
Turning ON your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi ........................................................................14
PIN Lock..................................................................................................................15
Internet Connectivity............................................................................................15
Connecting Wirelessly ..........................................................................................15
The Web User Interface (UI) .................................................................................................16
Accessing the Web User Interface (UI)..............................................................16
PIN Unlock ..............................................................................................................17
Logging In to the Web UI .....................................................................................18
The Web User Interface (UI) Menu......................................................................19
Quick Setup ...........................................................................................................21
Status ......................................................................................................................22
SMS..........................................................................................................................27
SD Card ..................................................................................................................29
Settings ...................................................................................................................32
3G Mobile Wi-Fi Care Tips.....................................................................................................38

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About the Device
Revel in fast HSPA+ / HSPA / UMTS speeds wherever you are,
whenever you need it. With the Aztech MWR638 3G Mobile Wi-Fi
convert your SIM card’s HSPA+ / HSPA / UMTS data connectivity to a
highly reliable and perfectly secure wireless network that can easily
be shared to up to 10 wireless devices simultaneously - the ideal
partner of both internet savvy and outgoing individuals who
constantly love to travel with family and/or friends without losing
internet accessibility.
Using a classic yet exquisite pebble design and build, the 3G Mobile
Wi-Fi is equipped with a 1500mAH Lithium-ion battery especially
designed to accommodate up to 5 hours of usage –a reliable
partner of users who are constantly active when it comes to online
activities such as web browsing, social networking, and other similar
activities.
In addition, the 3G Mobile Wi-Fi is also accompanied by an intuitively
designed Web User Interface which enables users to fully customize
both the basic and advanced settings of its wireless network, change
network settings, send/view/receive sms messages, and perform
other device oriented functions such as firmware upgrade and
backup and settings restore.

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Minimum System Requirements
Your computer must meet (or have) the following requirements.
Any Operating System (e.g. Windows 8/10, MAC OS)
Web Browser (e.g. Google Chrome, Internet Explorer)
Wireless network adapter
Package Contents
Please check the package contents listed below. For any missing items,
please contact your dealer immediately. Product contents vary for different
models.
3G Mobile Wi-Fi
Battery Pack
USB Cable
Easy Start Guide
Warranty Policy

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Device Design
Front Panel
Screen Display Icons
ICON
DESCRIPTION
Signal Strength Indicator
Network Type
Wi-Fi Status & Device User Count
Internet Status
New SMS
Inbox Full
Network/Operator Information
Automatic/Manual Dial Mode
Data Usage Indicator
Roaming Status
Screen Display
Reset Button
Power Button
Micro USB Port

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Back Panel
Device Label Sticker
Bottom Cover
SIM Card Slot
NOTE: The 3G
Mobile Wi-Fi only
works with a
STANDARD SIZED
SIM Card
32GB Micro SD
Card Slot
Found underneath the
battery pack of your device,
the label sticker contains the
default SSID, WiFi Key, the
web user interface IP
Address and its login
password.
NOTE : You may opt to write down the
WiFi Key of your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi for
easier reference.

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Getting Started
Setting up the device is easy. The flowchart below provides an outline of the
steps needed in order to complete the installation. Brief descriptions appear
beside each step. Detailed instructions are provided in the subsequent
pages.
You may now access the internet.
You may need to check some settings or
disable some applications before
proceeding with the installation.
Insert a valid SIM Card, charge your
device, and PIN Code entry.
(Optional) You may configure your 3G
Mobile Wi-Fi’s settings and other features
through the Web User Interface.
Remove/Disable
Conflicts
Device
Setup
Use the Web User
Interface
(Optional)
Ready to Use

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Removing/Disabling Conflicts
To ensure that the 3G Mobile Wi-Fi accessibility moves on smoothly, you need
to remove or disable conflicts that may interfere with the installation.
Probable conflicts may include:
Internet sharing applications
Proxy software
Security software
TCP/IP settings
Internet properties
Temporary Internet files
Internet Sharing, Proxy, and Security
Applications
Internet sharing, proxy software, and firewall applications may interfere with
the 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s accessibility. These should be removed or disabled
before starting the installation.
If you have any of the following or similar applications installed on your
computer, remove or disable them according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Internet Sharing
Applications
Proxy Software
Security Software
Microsoft Internet Sharing
WinGate
Symantec
WinProxy
Zone Alarm

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Configuring TCP/IP Settings
Check if your computer uses the default TCP/IP settings.
To check the TCP/IP properties:
1. Select Start > Run. The Run dialog box would appear.
2. Enter control ncpa.cpl on the input box, and then click the OK button.
This would open the Network Connections window in your computer.
3. Right-click LAN and then select Properties. The Local Area Connection
Properties dialog box would appear.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then click Properties. The Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) dialog box would appear.
5. Select Obtain an IP address automatically.
6. Click the OK button to close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) dialog box.
7. Click the OK button to close the Local Area Connection Properties
dialog box.
Configuring Internet Properties
To set the Internet Properties:
1. Select Start > Run. This opens the Run dialog box.
2. Enter control inetcpl.cpl and then click OK to open the Internet
Properties window.
3. Click on the Connections tab.
4. On the Dial-up and Virtual Private Network settings pane, select Never
dial a connection.
5. Click OK to close Internet Properties.

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Removing Temporary Internet Files
Temporary Internet files are files from Web sites that are stored in your
computer. Delete these files to clean the cache and remove footprints left by
the Web pages you visited.
To remove temporary Internet files:
1. Select Start > Run to open the Run dialog box.
2. Enter control and then click the OK button to open the Control Panel.
3. Double-click Internet Options.
4. On the Internet Options window, in the Temporary Internet Files pane,
click Delete Cookies.
5. Click Delete Files.
6. Click OK to close Internet Properties.

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Device Setup
Preparing your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi is simple and easy. All steps provided below
have been arranged sequentially for your ease.
SIM Card Installation
NOTE : Please prepare a valid, STANDARD SIZED SIM Card.
1. Remove the bottom cover and battery
pack of your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi device.
2. Insert the standard sized SIM Card into
your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s SIM Card slot.
3. Return the battery pack and bottom
cover in place. Please observe the
correct polarity of the battery pack and
ensure that the bottom cover is locked
into place.
RETURN BATTERY AND
BOTTOM COVER
INSERT SIM CARD
REMOVE BOTTOM
COVER AND
BATTERYPACK

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Charging your Device
Once you have correctly inserted the battery pack and bottom cover, you
can now begin charging your device. To charge the 3G Mobile Wi-Fi, simply
connect the device to your Desktop / PC using the USB Cable included in the
package.
NOTE: You may also use a 5V 1A phone charger for your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi.
Turning ON your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi
PRESS AND HOLD the Power
button of your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi
until its Screen Display turns ON.
NOTE: To turn OFF the device,
PRESS AND HOLD the power
button until the Screen Display
turns OFF.
3G Mobile Wi-Fi
Desktop / PC
PRESS AND HOLD
the Power button
to turn it ON/OFF.
Power
Button
USB
Cable

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PIN Lock
If your SIM has an active PIN code, the screen display would show : PIN LOCK.
You may have to log in to the web user interface of your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi
(please see Accessing the Web User Interface section) and correctly enter
your SIM Card’s PIN Code first (please see PIN Unlock section).
NOTES:
For more details regarding your SIM Card’s PIN/PUK code, please
contact your service provider.
Ensure correct PIN Code entry. A maximum of three (3) tries for PIN
Code entry can be made.
You may opt to disable the PIN feature later on (please see the
enable/disable the PIN Code under Status section).
Internet Connectivity
After turning ON the 3G Mobile Wi-Fi, your device will
automatically connect to the Internet.
You may refer to your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s screen display and quickly verify
Internet connectivity through the Internet Status icon and/or through the
Network Type icon used by the device.
NOTE: For best internet speeds, it is highly recommended to have 3G as the
displayed Network Type. Relocate the device for better network signal
reception to have the best Wi-Fi speeds.
Connecting Wirelessly
Once you have turned ON the device, you may immediately connect your
wireless devices to your MWR638’s wireless network by connecting to the
wireless network name / SSID and wireless password / WiFi Key provided on
the device label sticker.

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The Web User Interface (UI)
The Web User Interface allows you to fully customize both the basic and
advanced settings of your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s wireless network, change its
mobile network settings, send/view/receive SMS messages, and perform
other device oriented functions such as firmware upgrade and other similar
features.
The layout and content positioning of your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s web user
interface is mapped below.
Accessing the Web User Interface (UI)
To access your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s Web User Interface:
1. Launch any web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer, Google Chrome).
2. On the address bar, type 192.168.2.1 and press Enter. You will be
redirected to the Home page of your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s Web User
Interface.

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NOTE: If your SIM Card has an active PIN Lock, you would be redirected
to the PIN Code Entry page of the Web User Interface page.
PIN Unlock
If your SIM Card has an active PIN Lock, the screen display of your 3G Mobile
Wi-Fi would show PIN Lock . Upon accessing the Web User Interface of your
device, you would immediately be redirected to the PIN Code page. Simply
enter the correct PIN Code, click OK, and you will be redirected to the Home
Page of your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s Web User Interface.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
If your SIM has an active PIN code, you may have to log in to the web
user interface of your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi and correctly enter it first. You
may opt to disable this feature later on.
A maximum of 3 PIN Code entries can be made. If all PIN Code retries
fail, PUK Code entry would follow.
Please refer to your SIM Pack’s manual for the maximum PUK Code
reentries possible. These may vary from one Service Provider SIM Card
to another.
SIM Card will become inaccessible if both PIN and PUK Code entry fail.
If your SIM Card has been blocked, please take note that you will still
be able to access your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s Web User Interface.However,
your SIM Card would not be able to receive any network signal and no
browsing activity can be done.

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Logging In to the Web UI
In order to fully modify your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s configurations, you must first
login to the web user interface.
The default password for your MWR638’s web user interface is admin.
NOTE : Only one user can log in to the web user interface.

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The Web User Interface (UI) Menu
The Web UI menu provides constant Menu and Logout accessibility
throughout all web user interface pages.
The Web User Interface’s main menu contains the following items:
Quick Setup
Status
SMS
SD Card
Settings
In addition, the Web UI menu also contains the Quick Info section that can
be found useful in easily identifying your 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s current status such
as your device’s current signal status, Internet status, SMS status, Battery
status, and even Wi-Fi status.

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Icon
Description
Indicates an unread SMS message
Indicates the 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s network signal
Indicates that the device is connected to the Internet and the
device’s current data transfer activity.
Indicates that the wireless network is active.
Indicates the 3G Mobile Wi-Fi’s battery status.