Huawei E156G User manual

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© 2008 Hutchison 3G UK Limited. A Hutchison Whampoa
company. Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd is the manufacturer
of the USB Modem and has provided the information
on its features and use set out in this user guide.
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User Guide.
Huawei E156G
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No more wires, no more hassles, no more waiting for
a line to be installed.
Just plug your new USB modem into your laptop and
within ve minutes you’re on the web. You can even
swap your modem between computers and get your
broadband when you’re out and about.
Visit three.co.uk/broadband
Call Customer Services on 500 from your
3 mobile [phone] from another phone).
Calls charged at your standard rate.
If you get stuck, just get in touch for help.
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Ready?
First, double-check that:
1 You’re running either Windows 2000 / XP / Vista for a PC or OS X for a Mac.
2 Your computer or laptop meets or exceeds the minimum operating requirements
for your operating system (Windows or Mac OS X).
3 Your computer or laptop also has a display resolution of at least 800 x 600.
4 You have the log in details and any password needed to install software (business
users may need ‘administrator rights’).
5 Finally, if you have anti-virus protection or a firewall, you may need to switch
these off when installing your USB modem software or ‘allow’ installation.
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Get set.
Slotting in your SIM
1 Remove the cap on the end of your USB modem.
2 Pull out the SIM card holder.
3 Insert your SIM card into the holder, as shown.
4 Place the SIM card holder (with the tted SIM) back in your USB modem, as shown.
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Go.
All the clever bits and bobs you need (‘drivers’, if we’re getting technical) are already
loaded onto your USB modem. All you need to do is connect it to your laptop or computer
and follow the on-screen instructions.
You can connect your USB modem to your computer in two ways
1 Simply plug your USB modem into the USB port.
2 Use the cable supplied (this might improve performance in weaker network
coverage areas).
Once you’re connected, the light under the 3 logo on your USB modem will change
from green to blue.
Troubleshooting tip: You’ve switched your computer on. You’ve plugged
your dongle in. And now nothing is happening? Make sure you’ve given your
computer enough time to finish starting up before you insert your dongle.
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Installing your software onto your PC
Once your USB modem is connected, you may have to wait a few minutes before anything
happens (about the time it takes a kettle to boil). Then:
> Read and accept the User Licence Agreement, if it pops up
> Follow the Wizard and the software will be installed automatically
(Don’t follow the Windows Driver Installation Wizard
if offered because that won’t fully install the software)
The software takes a few seconds or a few minutes to install, depending on your computer
(about the time it takes to drink a cup of tea or coffee).
Installing your software onto your Mac
Once your USB modem is connected, you should see a 3Connect icon on
your desktop. Click on it. Then:
> Open the 3Connect Installer software
> Read and accept the User Licence Agreement, if asked
> Enter your password or admin log in, if asked
The 3Connect software will be automatically installed in your Applications folder.
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Troubleshooting tip: Your computer can’t detect
your dongle? Try inserting it into another free USB port.
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Using your USB modem.
Once the software is installed, all you need to do each time you want to use your
USB modem is connect it and then wait for the following screen to appear. It should
take about 30 seconds and when it pops up click on Connect.
On Pay As You Go Mobile Broadband and need your 3 mobile number to top up?
No problem.
On a PC…
Select the My Account tab on screen and you’ll instantly see your 3 mobile number
(+4478 followed by 8 more digits, just like a regular mobile phone number).
On a Mac…
Select the Tools menu, then HSDPA / UMTS / GPRS Options, followed by
My Account to see your 3 mobile number (+4478 followed by 8 more digits,
just like a regular mobile phone number).
PC version Mac version
Troubleshooting tip: Won’t let you connect? Check to make sure you have
inserted your SIM card into your dongle correctly. See page 5 for details.
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The network will show you if your connection is successful. Then you’re ready to start using
the internet, just like you would do on any other computer. To end your internet session,
just click on Disconnect.
What do the different colour lights on the USB modem mean?
lGreen Light You are connected to the GPRS/EDGE network (fast)
lBlue Light You are connected to the 3G network (faster)
lCyan Light You are connected to the HSDPA network (fastest)
Keep track of your usage on My3
> My3 is a free service where you can check your usage and spending, see what’s left,
buy Top-ups or Add-ons and convert Mobile Broadband Add-ons. It’s there to help
you, so well worth a look.
> You can get straight on to My3 by going to My Account and clicking Open on your
broadband software. Or visit three.co.uk/my3 anytime – even if you’re out of
credit – and use your 3 mobile number (you’ll nd this on the My Account tab) to log
in. You’ll need to register rst, which takes a few moments.
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What you need to know.
Do’s and Don’ts...
> Only use manufacturer-original
accessories or you may fall outside
the warranty.
> Avoid using the USB modem near or
inside metal structures or places that
send out electromagnetic waves.
> Always keep your USB modem dry –
it isn’t waterproof.
> Keep your USB modem in a cool place,
out of direct sunlight.
> Handle your USB modem carefully.
Don’t drop it, bend it or knock it.
> Don’t take your USB modem apart
for any reason, or you’ll invalidate
the warranty.
Be safe
> Don’t use your USB modem on a plane, at a petrol station or in a hospital.
It’s against the law.
> Just so you know, a laptop and USB modem may interfere with medical devices,
like hearing aids and pacemakers.
> If you happen to be using your USB modem anywhere near places like oil reneries
or chemical factories – where there could be a risk of explosive gases in the air –
please obey any warning signs.
> Keep your USB modem away from children, as it could injure them.
Your USB modem works in most conditions (operating temperature of
between -10°C and 45°C and humidity level of between 5% and 95%).
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Interface type USB modem
Systems supported Supports most makes of Windows 2000 / XP / Vista
and Mac OS X computers
Functions Data services and applications management,
SMS service (PC only, not Mac)
Network standards HSDPA / UMTS / EDGE / GPRS / GSM
Frequency bands HSDPA / UMTS 2100MHz / GSM / GPRS /
EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz
Specication
Specification.
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