Huawei E5332 User manual

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Thank you for purchasing the Huawei E5332 Mobile WiFi. This
quick start guide will help you to get started right away.
You can connect your Huawei E5332 to the internet through any WiFi enabled device such as
smartphones, tablet computers, and game consoles. The specific connection procedure
depends on the operating system of the WiFi device or computer. Establish a connection
according to your device's specific instructions. Please see connection scenario on the next
page for your reference.
To access the Internet through a USB port connection, install the driver according to the
instructions.

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Scenario 1: Connecting multiple devices
through Wi-Fi
Scenario 2: Connecting a single device
through USB

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Scenario 3: Connecting multiple devices through Wi-Fi and USB simultaneously

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Getting to know your Huawei E5332 Mobile WiFi device
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Lanyard hole

Messages indicator

Signal indicator

Power button

Wi-Fi indicator

External antenna port (TS-9)

Battery indicator

Micro USB port

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Indicators
Indicator Status Description
Signal
Green Strong signal
Orange Weak signal
Red No signal
Wi-Fi Green Wi-Fi turned on
Battery
Green Sufficient battery
Blinking green Charging the battery
Red Low battery
Messages Green New message
Blinking green Inbox full

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SSID and Wireless Network Encryption Key
When a Wi-Fi device establishes a connection to the Mobile WiFi for the first time, you may
need to enter the default Service Set Identifier (SSID) and wireless network encryption key.
These are printed on the Mobile WiFi label.

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Getting Started
Inserting the SIM Card
Caution: Use a standard SIM card compatible with the Mobile
WiFi, otherwise you will damage your Mobile WiFi. Ensure your
SIM card is data enabled
Insert the SIM card according to the illustration.
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Inserting the Battery
Insert the battery according to the illustration.
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Charging the Battery
If the battery has not been used for an extended period of time, recharge it before use.
Method 1: Use the power adapter to charge the device
Note:
Only use chargers
compatible with the
Mobile WiFi and
provided by a
designated
manufacturer
(HW-050100E1W).
Use of an
incompatible charger
or one from an
unknown manufacturer may cause the Mobile WiFi to malfunction, fail, or could even
cause a fire. Such use voids all warranties, whether expressed or implied, on the
product.

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Method 2: Charge the device through a computer connection
Use the data cable provided with your device to connect the Huawei E5332 to the computer.

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Connecting to the Internet via WiFi
The Mobile WiFi's management
parameters have been preset according
to your operator's requirements. You can
quickly connect to the Internet by
following these steps.
Step 1: Turn on the Mobile WiFi
Press and hold the button until the
indicator lights up, indicating that the
Mobile WiFi is turned on.
Note:
Press and hold the button to turn off the Mobile WiFi.
Step 2. Establish a Wi-Fi connection (using a computer running the
Windows XP operating system as an example)
1. Ensure that is displayed in green.

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2. Select “Start “> “Control Panel “> “Network Connections“ > “Wireless Network
Connection“.
Note:
Before establishing a Wi-Fi connection, ensure that the computer is equipped with a
wireless network adapter. If the computer indicates a wireless network connection, the
wireless network adapter can be used. Otherwise, verify that your wireless network
adapter is working properly.
3. Click View available wireless networks to view a list of available wireless networks.
4. Select the wireless network connection with the Mobile WiFi's SSID and click Connect.
Note:
If the wireless network connection is encrypted, enter the correct wireless network
encryption key.
The default SSID and encryption key are printed on the Mobile WiFi's label.
5. Wait a moment for the wireless network connection icon to appear in the system tray in
the lower right corner of the computer screen. The wireless network connection is then
established.

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Step 3: Connect to the Internet
After successfully establishing a WiFi connection, you can connect to the Internet using the
following methods.
Note:
Select an appropriate internet connection mode according to your billing method. For
instance, if your network service calculates your bill by network connection time, it is
recommended that you select manual connection mode. For detailed information about
your network fees, please contact your operator.
Mode Operations
Automatic If data is transmitted, the Mobile WiFi will automatically connect to the
Internet. If data is not transmitted for a period of time, the Mobile WiFi
will automatically disconnect from the network connection.
Manual After logging in to the web management page, connect to or disconnect
from the network according to the instructions.

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Note:
You can log into the web management page and select an Internet connection mode.
You can enable or disable the automatic dialing while roaming function. If this function
is turned off, when the Mobile WiFi enters a roaming network, it will automatically
disconnect from the Internet connection that has already been established. You will
need to manually establish this network connection again.
Logging in to the Web Management Page
1. Make sure the connection between the Mobile WiFi and the Wi-Fi device or computer is
working normally.
2. Open the browser, and enter http://192.168.1.1 in the address box.
3. Enter the password to log in to the web management page.
Note:
The default password is admin.

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Daily Use
Battery Saving Mode
If the Mobile WiFi has been inactive for some time, the Mobile WiFi enters the standby mode,
in which the battery indicator ( ) blinks slowly and the other indicators are off. Pressing the
power button causes the indicator to light up.
When the Mobile WiFi is being powered only by the battery, you can choose to enable or
disable the automatic WiFi turnoff function. If this function is enabled and if no WiFi device
was accessed the Mobile WiFi for a period of time, the WiFi turns off automatically. You can
press the power button to turn the WiFi on again.
Verifying the PIN
If the PIN verification function is enabled, log in to the web management page and enter the
correct PIN according to the instructions. PIN/PUK codes are supplied by your operator along
with the SIM card. For details, please consult your operator.

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Restoring to Factory Settings
If you forget some configuration parameters, you
can restore the Mobile WiFi to its factory settings
and then configure the Mobile WiFi again.
Press and hold the RESET button until the indicators
turn off. The Mobile WiFi is then restored to its
factory settings.
Note:
After you carry out this operation, the Mobile WiFi's personal configuration parameters
will all be deleted. All configurations on the web management page will be restored to
the factory settings.

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Example 1: Connecting to a Game Console (for example, PSP)
through Wi-Fi
1. On the PSP, turn on the WLAN.
2. Choose “Settings“ >” Network Settings“.
3. Select “Infrastructure Mode“.
4. Select “New Connection“, and enter the
connection name.
5. Select “Scan“ to search for wireless
networks. A list of access points will be
displayed on the screen.
6. Select the access point with the Mobile
WiFi's SSID, and press the “►“ button
on the PSP. Confirm the SSID, and enter
the correct wireless network encryption
key.
7. Press the “►“ button to proceed to the
next step, and then press the “X“ button

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to save settings.
8. Select Test Connection to test whether
the network connection is successful.
9. You can now open the browser and
access the network.

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Example 2: Connecting to a Tablet Computer (for example, iPad)
through Wi-Fi
1. Touch “Settings“ > “WLAN“ to turn on
WLAN.
2. The tablet computer automatically
searches for wireless connections and
displays a list of access points.
3. Select the access point with the Mobile
WiFi's SSID.
4. If required, enter the correct wireless
network encryption key, and tap “Join“.
(The lock icon indicates that the
encryption key is required to connect to
this wireless network.)
Note:
WiFi devices, such as an iPhone, iPod touch, PS3 and NDSi, can all access the Internet
through the Mobile WiFi. For specific operations, refer to the WiFi device's user manual.

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Tips
When the Mobile WiFi is in use for an extended period of time, it will become warm and may
overheat. Should this happen, the Mobile WiFi will automatically close the network connection
and turn off to protect itself from damage. If this occurs, place the Mobile WiFi in a well
ventilated space to allow the heat to dissipate, then turn it on and continue to use it as normal.
If you are unable to use the Mobile WiFi as normal, try the following:
Consult the online help on the web management page.
Restart the Mobile WiFi.
Restore the Mobile WiFi to the factory settings.
Consult your operator.
Version: V100R001_01Part Number: 31010KJB