Huawei B890 User manual

B890 4G LTE Smart Hub
Getting Started Guide
HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.

Thank You for Purchasing the B890 4G LTE
Smart Hub!
Before You Begin
What’s in the Box :
1. B890 4G LTE Smart Hub
2. Power adapter
3. 1 Ethernet cable (Yellow)
4. Getting Started Guide
5. Safety Information Guide
6. Warranty Information Guide
Note:
If anything is missing or damaged, return the entire package to your point of
purchase.
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Getting Started: Setting up your B890
4G LTE Smart Hub
Follow these simple steps to setup your 4G LTE Smart Hub.
Place the 4G LTE Smart Hub at an indoor open area or close to a window if
possible. Obstructions such as concrete or wooden walls may affect the
transmission of wireless signals.
Keep the 4G LTE Smart Hub away from the household electrical appliances
that produce strong electric or magnetic fields, such as microwaves,
refrigerators, or satellite dish antennas.
Step 1 Insert SIM card into the Smart Hub’s SIM Card Slot.
1. Open and rotate the protective cover on top of your B890 4G LTE
Smart Hub, to expose the SIM card slot.
2. Insert the SIM card into the card slot (until you hear a click). Ensure
that the beveled edge of the SIM card aligns with that of the card slot.
3. Rotate and close the protective cover.
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Note:
If your SIM card was not activated & inserted into your 4G LTE Smart
Hub at your point of purchase, please call TELUS Customer Care at 1-
866-558-2273 to activate it now.
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Step 2 Connect the power adapter to the power port and plug into the wall
socket.
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Step 3 The Smart Hub will power on automatically.
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Getting Started: Setting up an
Internet Connection
Connecting your devices (computer, laptop, tablet, etc.) to the Internet
You are able to connect to the Internet via a wired or wireless (Wi-Fi) connection.
Follow the instructions below to set up your connection of choice.
Wired connection with an Ethernet Cable
Step 1 Connect the Yellow Ethernet cable provided to one of the 3 LAN ports
and connect the other end to your computer.
Note:
Do not connect the Yellow Ethernet cable to the WAN port that is
closest to the right hand side of the device.
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Step 2 Wait approximately 30 - 60 seconds for the connection to establish.
Check the indicators on the front panel of your Smart Hub. If they are lit
as outlined you are ready to use the internet with your new Smart Hub!
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Power
Solid White: the Smart Hub is powered on.
Wireless Signal
indicator
Solid Blue or Cyan: The Smart Hub is registered
with the wireless network.
If this indicator is red and blinking, power off the
Smart Hub and ensure your SIM card is inserted
correctly.
Wireless Dial-up
indicator
Solid: The Smart Hub is connected to
the wireless network.
If this indicator is blinking continuously, power off
the Smart Hub for 2 minutes and try again.
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LAN indicators
Solid: 1, 2 or 3 will be lit depending on which
LAN port you are connected to.
Blinking: data is transferring.
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Wireless (Wi-Fi) Connection
Follow these simple steps to connect up to 32 Wi-Fi enabled devices to the
Internet through your 4G LTE Smart Hub:
Note:
The Wi-Fi Name (SSID) and Wi-Fi Password (WIFI KEY) are printed on the
Wireless Security Sticker located on the bottom of your B890 4G LTE Smart
Hub.
To protect your wireless network from unauthorized access, change the Wi-Fi
Name (SSID) and Wi-Fi Password (WIFI KEY) at regular intervals. For details,
see the online help information on the web user interface.
Step 1 Ensure that on the front panel is solid and Wi-Fi is enabled on
your device (computer, laptop, tablet, etc.)
Step 2 From your device, scan for wireless networks in your area. Connect to
the network name that matches the Wi-Fi Name (SSID) found on the
Wireless Security Sticker.
Step 3 When prompted for your wireless security settings, enter the Wi-Fi
Password listed on the Wireless Security Sticker (Wi-Fi Password is
case sensitive).
Note:
If you are using Windows Vista or later, you can press the WPS button on
the top of your Smart Hub for 6 seconds in lieu of entering the Wi-Fi
Password.
Step 4 Wait approximately 30 seconds for the connection to establish. Your Wi-
Fi enabled device will notify you when it is connected.
Step 5 You may connect up to 32 Wi-Fi enabled devices. Repeat steps 1
through 4.
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Getting Started: Setting up your
Phone
Follow these simple steps to connect a Phone to your 4G LTE Smart Hub.
Step 1 For voice calls, connect a standard telephone to the Telephone Port
using a RJ-11 cable (you will require a voice plan in addition to a
data plan to use this feature).
Important Notice:
If the B890 4G LTE Smart Hub is to be connected to the existing wall outlet
telephone wiring the existing wiring MUST first be disconnected from any
outside landline telephone network. Not disconnecting from any outside
landline telephone network will cause excessive heat or even damage the
Smart Hub.
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Step 2 Check the indicators on the front panel of your Smart Hub. At minimum
the indicators must be lit as outlined.
You are ready to make your first phone call on your new Smart Hub! Refer to the
section “Using your 4G LTE Smart Hub’s Phone Features” for more help on using
a phone with your Smart Hub.
Note:
Radio signals can interfere with the telephone call connection and quality. To
eliminate the risk of possible interference, place the telephone at least 1 meter
away from the B890 4G LTE Smart Hub.
Fax is not support on this 4G LTE Smart Hub.
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Power
Solid White: The Smart Hub is powered on.
Wireless Signal
indicator
Solid Blue or Cyan: The Smart Hub is
registered with the wireless network.
If this indicator is red and blinking, power off the
4G LTE Smart Hub and ensure your SIM card is
inserted correctly. If this continues after turning
the 4G LTE Smart Hub on again, please contact
TELUS at 1-866-558-2273 to ensure your SIM
card is activated.
Telephone
indicator
Not lit
Solid white when you are on a call.
This indicator will blink when you are receiving a
call in addition to your phone ringing.
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