Huawei E169 User manual

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Table of Contents
What Is in Your Package .................................................................................. 1
Getting to Know Your E169 Mobile Broadband modem .................................. 2
Preparation ....................................................................................................... 4
Installation/Removal Guide.............................................................................. 5
Warnings and Precautions................................................................................ 8
Acronyms and Abbreviations ......................................................................... 13

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Thank you for choosing Huawei E169 HSDPA USB Stick
Mobile Broadband modem (hereinafter referred to as the
E169).
With the E169, you can access the Internet through
wireless network at a high speed.
Note: This manual describes the appearance, installation and removal of
the E169. For the operation of the management program, refer to the
User Manual.
What Is in Your Package
The package of your E169 contains the following items:
One E169 Mobile Broadband modem
One Quick Start
One USB cable

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Getting to Know Your E169 Mobile Broadband
modem
The following figure shows the appearance of the E169. It is only for your
reference. The actual product may differ.
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USB Interface
It connects the E169 to a computer.

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SIM/USIM Card Slot
It is where you insert the subscriber identity module/UMTS subscriber identity
module (SIM/USIM) card.
Indicator
It indicates the status of the E169.
Colour
Status
Meaning
Green
Blinking (on for 100ms and
off for 100ms; then on for
100ms and off for 2700ms)
The E169 is powered on.
Green
Blinking (on for 100ms and
off for 2900ms)
The E169 is registered to a GPRS
(GSM/GPRS/EDGE) network.
Blue
Blinking (on for 100ms and
off for 2900ms)
The E169 is registered to a UMTS
(WCDMA/HSDPA) network.
Green
On
The E169 is connected to a GPRS
network.
Blue
On
The E169 is connected to a WCDMA
network.
Cyan
On
The E169 is connected to a HSDPA
network.
-
Off
The E169 is removed.
Micro SD Card Slot
It is where you insert the Micro Secure Digital Memory (SD) card
External antenna jack (accessory)
It connects the E169 to an external antenna.

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Preparation
Requirements for the Computer
To use the E169, the computer must meet the following requirements:
USB Type A Receptacle, Compatible with USB 2. 0 Full Speed.
CPU: 133 MHz or above. 500 MHz or above is recommended.
Memory: 128 MB RAM or above.
Free space on the hard disk: 50 MB or above.
Windows XP/2000/Vista is installed.
Resolution for the display: 800 × 600 or above. 1024 × 768 is recommended.
Getting Your E169 Ready
Remove the UMTS USIM/SIM card slot from the E169.
Insert the USIM/SIM card into the card slot.
Insert the card slot into the E169.

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Installation/Removal Guide
On different operating systems (OSs), the installation and removal procedures
may differ. Follow the system prompts during operation.
Connecting the E169 with a Computer
Note: First, power on the computer. Then connect the E169 with the
computer. Otherwise, the E169 cannot be installed as normal.
Plug the E169 into the USB interface of the laptop or desktop computer.
You can connect the E169 to a laptop or desktop computer using the USB
cable for better signals.

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The OS automatically detects and recognises new hardware and starts the
installation wizard.
Follow the prompts of the installation wizard.
After the program is installed, a shortcut icon for the E169 management
program is displayed on the desktop.
Starting the Management Program
Double-click the shortcut icon on the desktop to start the management
program of the E169.
When the SP Code prompt appears, enter the SP Code ''broadband''.
Enter the personal identity number (PIN) code if you have enabled the PIN
lock.
Removing the E169
Remove the E169 directly.

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Removing the Management Program
Click Start Menu.
Click Control Panel.
Click Add/Remove Program to remove the management program of the
E169.
Note: Before removing the management program, exit the management
program.

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Warnings and Precautions
Read the safety information carefully to ensure the correct and safe use of your
wireless device.
Interference
Do not use your wireless device if using the device is prohibited or when it cause
danger or interference with electric devices.
Medical Device
Do not use your wireless device and follow the rules and regulations set forth
by the hospitals and health care facilities.
Some wireless devices may affect the performance of the hearing aids. For
any such problems, consult your service provider.
If you are using an electronic medical device, consult the doctor or device
manufacturer to confirm whether the radio wave affects the operation of this
device.
Area with Inflammables and Explosives
To prevent explosions and fires in areas that are stored with inflammable and
explosive devices, do not use your wireless device and observe the rules. Areas
stored with inflammables and explosives include but are not limited to the
following:
Gas station
Fuel depot (such as the bunk below the deck of a ship)
Container/Vehicle for storing or transporting fuels or chemical products