Huawei Carstick W5101 User manual

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Thank you for choosing the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart. The
LTE Mobile WiFi Smart allows you to access a wireless
network at high speeds.
Note:
This guide briefly describes the appearance of the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart and the
procedures for using the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart. For details about how to set the
management parameters, see help information on the web management page.

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Connection Scenarios
Scenario 1: One-device Internet access using
computer
Scenario 2: Multi-device Internet access
using Wi-Fi (connected to a computer)

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Scenario 3: Multi-device Internet access using Wi-Fi (connected to the power adapter)

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Getting to Know Your LTE Mobile WiFi Smart
The following figure shows the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart. It is provided only for your reference.
The actual product may be different.
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USB connector
It connects the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart to a computer.
Wi-Fi indicator
It indicates the status of a Wi-Fi network.
Steady green: A Wi-Fi connection is set up.
Off: The Wi-Fi function is turned off or fails, or the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart has been
removed.
SMS indicator
It indicates the status of an SMS.
Steady green: There are unread messages in your inbox.
Blinking green once every 2s: The message storage is full.
Off: The LTE Mobile WiFi Smart is powered off, there are no unread messages, or the
message storage is not full.

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2G/3G/LT E indicator
It indicates the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart's status.
Blinking green twice every 2s: The LTE Mobile WiFi Smart is powered on.
Blinking green once every 0.2s: The software of the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart is being
upgraded.
Blinking green once every 2s: The LTE Mobile WiFi Smart is registered with a 2G network.
Steady green: The LTE Mobile WiFi Smart is connected to a 2G network .
Blinking blue once every 2s: The LTE Mobile WiFi Smart is registered with a 3G network.
Steady blue: The LTE Mobile WiFi Smart is connected to a 3G network.
Blinking cyan once every 2s: The LTE Mobile WiFi Smart is registered with a 3G+ network.
Steady cyan: The USB Stick is connected to a 3G+ network
Blinking Purple once every 2s: The USB Stick is registered with a LTE network.
Steady Purple: The USB Stick is connected to a LTE network.
Off: The LTE Mobile WiFi Smart is removed.
microSD card slot
It holds a microSD card.

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SIM card slot
It holds a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card.
Getting Started
Installing the SIM Card
1. Slide the cover off.
2. Insert the SIM card into the card slot.
3. Slide the cover back onto the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart until it snaps into place.

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Inserting the microSD Card
Insert the microSD card into the USB Stick, as shown in the following figure.
Note:
The microSD card is an optional accessory. If it is not provided in the package, you can
buy one yourself.
Ensure that the beveled edge of the SIM card is properly aligned with that of the SIM card
slot and the microSD card is inserted according to the direction as labeled on the microSD
card slot.

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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 USB Stick may get damaged and the data stored on the card may be
corrupted.
Do not use any SIM card that is not standard or is incompatible with the LTE Mobile WiFi
Smart. Otherwise, the card as well as your LTE Mobile WiFi Smart may get damaged and
the data stored on the card may be corrupted.
Using the Power Adapter
Connect the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart to the power adapter's USB port, and connect the power
adapter to a power outlet.

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Note:
Please only use the correct in-car power adapter (HWCC02) or power adapter provided for
your region –HW-050100x4W, where “x” will be one of U, E, B, A, or J, depending on your
region. For details about a specific charger, contact your network operator.
The power adapter is an optional accessory. If it is not included in the product package,
purchase one separately.