Huawei B683 User manual

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B683 Quick Start
Note:
zThe following illustrations are provided for your reference only. For details
about the model you selected, please examine the actual device to
determine where features are located.
zCheck the information about the product and its accessories when you
purchase it. Some accessories are not provided in the packaging box. If
required, please contact your local dealer purchase them.
zThis guide briefly describes the functions of the device. For details about
how to set the management parameters, see the Help on the Web
management page.
Getting to Know Your Device
Application Scenarios
Your computer or a Wi-Fi device can connect to the Internet through this
device. The specific connection steps depend on Wi-Fi device or your
computer's operating system; please follow specific steps to commence
operation.

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Appearance
1. Power button
2. Wi-Fi/WPS button
3. Dial-up key
4. USB indicator
5. Wi-Fi/WPS indicator
6. Network status indicator
7. Power indicator
8. LAN indicators
9. External antenna port
10. Power port
11. USB port
12. LAN ports
Note:
zLAN indicators correspond to LAN ports.
zWi-Fi: Wireless Fidelity
zWPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup
zLAN: Local Area Network

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Indicators
Indicator Status
USB indicator
zSteady on: USB storage device
connected
zOff: USB storage device not connected
Wi-Fi/WPS indicator
zSteady on: Wi-Fi activated or data
transfer in progress
zBlinking: Establishing a WPS
connection
zOff: Wi-Fi not activated
Network status indicator
zRed, fast-blinking: Faulty SIM card
(SIM card not inserted or
malfunctioned, or PIN verification
failed)
zYellow, steady on: Successfully
registered to the network
zGreen, steady on: Connected to the
Internet
zOff: No signal
Power indicator
zSteady on: Device turned on
zOff: Device turned off
/ / /
LAN indicators
zSteady on: Network cable connected
zBlinking: Data transfer in progress
zOff: Network cable not connected

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PC Configuration Requirements
Recommended PC configurations are as follows:
zCPU: Pentium 500 MHz or higher
zMemory: 128 MB RAM or higher
zHard disk: 50 MB disk space available
zOperating system: Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, or
Windows 7
zLCD resolution: At least 800 x 600 pixels. A resolution of 1024 x 768
pixels is recommended
zWeb browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6, Internet Explorer 7, or
Internet Explorer 8, Firefox 3.5 or 3.6, Safari 3.0, Opera 10.5, or Chrome
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Installation
Installing the SIM Card
Attention: Before inserting or removing the SIM card, please power off and
unplug the device.
Remove the card cover. Slide the SIM card into the card slot with the golden
contact facing downward. Replace the card cover.

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Placing the Device
Your device can be placed horizontally, be placed upright with the use of a
table stand, or hung on the wall. Place your device on a surface well above
the floor or near a window, so it can receive a strong signal.
Insert the latches on the table stand into the slots on the back of the device.
The table stand allows the device to stand on a flat surface like a table or
desk. See the following figures.
Note: To avoid the interference caused by radio signals, place the device at
least 1 meter (3.28 feet) away from other electrical devices.

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(Optional) Installing the External Antenna
Connect the external antenna to the device's external antenna port. Install
the antenna securely by screwing it completely into the antenna jack.
You need to first set the antenna mode to external on the management page
(http://192.168.1.1). For details, see Help on the management page.
Note:
zIf you do not need to connect an external antenna, you can skip this step.
zThe external antenna can be used indoor only.
zWhile a data transfer is in progress, you are unable to switch between the
internal antenna and the external antenna.

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Connecting the Device to a PC Using an Ethernet
Cable
If the indicator for the LAN port to which the Ethernet cable is connected is
on, the connection is active. The network cable connecting to the PC must
not be longer than 100 meters (328 feet).
Connecting the Device to a USB Disk, Mobile Disk, or
USB Printer
Your device can be connected to a USB disk, mobile disk, or USB printer
through the USB port.
Attention: The USB port provides only 500 mA of current.

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Connecting the Power Supply
Attention: Use a power adapter that is compatible with the device or else
the device may be damaged.
Powering On/Off the Device
zAfter connecting the power supply, the device will power on
automatically.
zPress and hold until all indicators turn off to power off the device.
zPress and hold until all indicators turn on to power on the device.
Setting Up Wireless Connection
Step 1. Activating Wi-Fi
zAfter the device is powered on, Wi-Fi is activated by default.
zPress and hold for 2 seconds, and then stop the press. Then,
is off, which indicates that Wi-Fi is deactivated.
zPress and hold until is steady on to activate Wi-Fi.

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Step 2. Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection
Establishing a Wi-Fi Connection (Using a PC as an Example)
Note: Before establishing a Wi-Fi connection, you must ensure that your
computer is equipped with a wireless network adapter. If it is clear that the
computer has a wireless network connection, then the wireless network
adapter can be used. Otherwise, you must ensure that the wireless network
adapter is functioning properly.
1. Make sure that is steady on.
2. View available wireless network connections on your PC.
3. Connect to the wireless network connection consistent with your
device's SSID.
Note:
zIf the wireless network has security mechanism, you must enter the
correct network key.
zThe SSID and password are printed on the device label.
(Optional) Establishing a WPS Connection
If the Wi-Fi device to which your device connects supports WPS, a password
is generated automatically; there is no need to enter it. To set up the WPS
connection, do as follows:
1. Make sure that is steady on.
2. Activate WPS on your device.
Note: Press and hold until is blinking to activate WPS.
3. Activate WPS on the client.
Note: For details about operations on the client, see the user guide of the
client.

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Accessing the Internet
After a connection between your device and the client is active, you use the
following modes to access the Internet.
Attention: Please select a proper Internet connection mode according to
your network charges. For example, if you are using time-based service,
Manual mode is recommended. Please consult your network operator for
network charges.
Mode Operation
Auto After the device is powered up, no matter if there is data
transmission or not, it will be connected to the Internet,
and won't disconnect automatically.
Manual
zPress and hold until is steady on. The
Internet connection is active.
zAfter you are logged in to the management page, you
can connect or disconnect using your interface prompt.
On
Demand
After the device is powered up, and there is data
transmission, it will automatically connect to the Internet.
If there is no data transmission within the set time, the
device will automatically disconnect from the Internet.
Using the Management Page
You can set and manage the device parameters through the management
page.
1. Launch a web browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar.
2. Enter the password and click Login.