Huawei e5180s User manual

User Guide
Huawei WiFi
Cube 4G

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Welcome to the Huawei WiFi Cube 4G.
The WiFi Cube:
Provides Internet access for compatible devices via Wi-Fi.
Expands your LAN coverage together with a hub or a switch.
This guide will help you understand your device, so you can start using it
right away. Please read this document carefully before using your device for
the first time.
For more detailed information about the functions and configuration of the
WiFi Cube, please refer to the Help section of the device web UI.
Getting to know your Huawei WiFi Cube 4G.
Note:
During thunderstorms and rainy weather, turn off and disconnect the
device.
The WiFi cube function descriptions and illustrations in this document are
for your reference only. The device you have purchased may vary.
When the WiFi Cube is in use, you can alter its position or orientation to
improve signal strength.

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Getting Started.
Device Overview:
1 External antenna port
Open the cover and connect an external antenna (not included).
2Power button
Press and hold the power button to turn the device on/off.
Press the power button to turn the indicator light on/off.
3Indicator Light
Shows when the WiFi Cube is turning on and when the device is connected
to the Vodafone mobile network. You can press the power button to turn
the Indicator Light off.

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4Signal indicator
Steady blue: strong signal strength
Steady yellow: weak signal strength
Steady red: no signal
5Wi-Fi indicator
On: Wi-Fi is enabled
Off: Wi-Fi is disabled
Note:
For details about how to manually enable or disable the Wi-Fi function,
please refer to the Wireless LAN (WLAN) settings in the Help section of
the device web UI.
6 Network port indicator
Steady green and yellow off: The WiFi Cube is connected to a Wi-Fi
enabled device, but no data is being transmitted.
Steady green and blinking yellow: Data is being transmitted.
Both green and yellow off: The WiFi Cube is not connected to a Wi-Fi
enabled device.
7 LAN port (RJ45)
Connect via the included LAN cable to a computer, switch, or other
network device.

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8Power port
Connect the WiFi Cube's power adapter.
9 Reset button
Press and hold the reset button to restore the device to its original factory
settings.
Note:
Restoring the WiFi Cube to its original factory settings will override all
changes made to the settings from first use.
10 SIM card slot
This is where you insert your micro SIM card so you can connect to the
Vodafone mobile network.

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Installing the micro SIM card:
Please ensure you follow this diagram when installing your micro SIM card.
Note:
When removing your micro SIM card, gently press the SIM card in, then
release it. The card will automatically pop out.
Do not remove the SIM card when the WiFi Cube is turning on. Doing so
will affect the performance of your device, and the data stored on the
SIM card may be lost.

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Using an external antenna (not included):
In areas with poor reception, connect an external antenna to the WiFi
Cube’s external antenna port to improve signal strength.
Note:
Before connecting the external antenna, ensure that the WiFi Cube is
turned off and disconnected from the power outlet.
Make sure the antenna is approved for use with the WiFi Cube.
Only use the external antenna indoors, and do not use it during a
thunderstorm.
To optimize the external antenna performance place it at least 1 meter
away from the WiFi Cube. If you have installed two external antennas,
the distance between them must be greater than 1 meter.

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Connecting the power adapter:
Please ensure you follow this diagram when connecting the power adaptor.
Warning: The device may not work when mains power fails.
Note:
Use the provided power adapter. Use of another power adapter may
cause the WiFi Cube to malfunction, fail, or could even catch fire. Such
use voids all warranties, whether expressed or implied, of the device.

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Logging in to the web UI.
The web UI utility is accessed via a browser and is used to perform
advanced device configuration and function management.
Follow these steps to log in to the web UI:
1. Ensure the WiFi Cube is connected to your computer, smartphone or
tablet.
2. Open a browser and enter http://192.168.8.1 in the address box.
Note:
The WiFi Cube's default IP address is 192.168.8.1 and the subnet
mask is 255.255.255.0.
It’s recommended that you use the automatically obtained IP
addresses and domain name system (DNS) server. Otherwise you may
not be able to log in to the web UI.
3. Enter the user name and password to log in.
Note:
The default user name and password are printed on the WiFi Cube
label which can be found under the device.