iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G User manual

Quick Installation Guide

CONGRATULATIONS, YOU’RE NOW THE PROUD
OWNER OF AN iiNet MOBIIHOTSPOT 4G.
This manual is designed to show you all the ins
and outs of your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G including
how you can can become a hotspot for up to five
devices at home or when you’re out and about.
All the images provided are guide only so the real
thing may look a little different.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR iiNet MOBIIHOTSPOT 4G
Connection
Up to five Wi-Fi devices can be connected to the Internet through your
MobiiHotspot 4G. Connecting each device will depend on its operating
system. The image below gives you an idea of how it all comes together when
connection is complete.

Apperance
No. Item
1Screen
2WPS button (secure connection)
• Press it twice in one second to view
the SSID and wireless network key
sequentially.
• Press and hold it until a WPS activation
animation is displayed to enable the
WPS function.
3Power/Wi-Fi button
4SIM card slot
5Strap Hole
6USB port
7Resert button
8microSD card slot
6
7
8
2
3
4
5
1

4
Screen
No. Item
1Signal strength
2 Network
3• Wi-Fi enabled
• Number of devices connected
4Internet connection status
5• New messages
• Number of new messages
6Battery level
7International roaming state
8• Traffic data
• Connection duration
9• A: Auto mode
• M: Manual mode
1
2
3
4
5
6
R
8
7
000:00
B
A
9
4G

Note:
• Wi-Fi: Wireless Fidelity
• WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup
• Traffic statistics are for your reference only.
SSID and Wireless Network Key
To connect a Wi-Fi device to your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G, you’ll need a SSID
and a wireless network key. The default SSID and wireless network key can be
found in the box. Found it? Ok, let’s keep moving.
Press the button twice (in one second) to view the current SSID and
wireless key consecutively on the screen.

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BEFORE GETTING STARTED
Installing the SIM Card
Note:
It’s important to remember to only
use a SIM card that is compatible with the
iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G.
Insert the SIM card in the card slot. Be sure that the SIM card is facing in the
right direction, as shown in the following figure, and then slide the SIM card
into the slot.

Installing the microSD Card
Insert the microSD card into your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G, as shown below.
Note:
• The microSD card is an optional accessory.
• To remove the microSD or SIM card, press in the card gently. The microSD or SIM card
will pop out for removal.
• Do not remove the microSD or SIM card when the card is in use. Otherwise, the card
as well as your Mobile WiFi may get damaged and the data stored on the card may be
corrupted.

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Charging the Battery
Charge your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G the first time you use it or if it hasn’t been
used in a long time.
1: Connecting to a PC for charging
Connect the iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G to a PC using a compatible data cable.

2: Using the charger
Note:
• Only use chargers compatible with the iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G. Use of an incompatible
charger or one from an unknown manufacturer may cause the device to malfunction,
fail, or could even cause a fire. It will also void all warranties, whether expressed or
implied, on the product.

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ACCESSING THE INTERNET VIA WI-FI CONNECTION
Follow the steps below to get online quickly and easily.
1: Power on the iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G
Press and hold until the screen lights up. The iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G is
powered on.
Note:
Press and hold to power off the iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G.

2: Getting connected (using Windows XP operating system as an example)
1. Firstly, make sure that the Wi-Fi is enabled.
2. Select Start > Control Panel > Network Connections > Wireless Network
Connection.
Note:
To set up a Wi-Fi connection, your PC must have a wireless network adapter installed. If
Wireless Network Connection is displayed, a wireless network adapter is available. Otherwise,
check to make sure you have a wireless network adapter installed.
3. Click View available wireless networks to display a list of wireless networks
available.
4. Select a network indicated by the SSID of your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G, and
then click Connect.
Note:
• If the encryption parameter is already set for iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G, the Wireless Network
Connection dialog box is displayed. Enter the wireless network key in the dialog box.
• Press the button twice (in one second) to view the current SSID and wireless network
key consecutively on the screen.

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5. The wireless connection icon should appear in the status area in the lower
right corner of the PC screen.
3: Getting online
After establishing a Wi-Fi connection, you’ll be ready to get online and browse
the Internet.
Note:
Choose an Internet connection mode based on your service expense.
For example, if you are subscribed to the time-based network service, you are
recommended to select Manual mode.
Mode Operations
Auto After your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G is powered on, it will connect to
the Internet automatically. If there is no data transmission over a
period of time, it automatically terminates the Internet connection.
Manual Launch the web management page and follow the prompts to
connect to or disconnect from the network.

Note:
• Launch the web management page to select the mode for accessing the Internet.
• You can choose whether to enable the Mobile WiFi to connect to the Internet
automatically even while you are roaming. If this function is disabled, the Mobile WiFi
automatically disconnects from the Internet while you are roaming. To access the Internet,
set up a connection manually.
ACCESSING THE WEB MANAGEMENT PAGE
1. Connect your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G to the Internet (see previous steps).
2. Start the Internet browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar.
3. Enter the password and log in to the web management page.
Note:
The default password is admin.

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DAY TO DAY USE
Powersaving mode
If your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G is unused for a preset period of time, the screen
turns off.
Press any key to light up the screen.
When your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G is powered on, choose whether to enable
the Mobile WiFi to turn off Wi-Fi automatically. If this function is enabled and
no Wi-Fi devices access the Mobile WiFi for a preset period, the device turns
off Wi-Fi automatically. You can press the button to turn on it on again.
The Pin Code
If PIN code protection is enabled, log in to the web management page and
follow the prompts to enter the correct PIN code. You’ll find details of your PIN
with your SIM card.

Securing your connection
If a Wi-Fi client (your smartphone, laptop etc) connected to the iiNet
MobiiHotspot 4G supports the WPS function (aka secure connection), a
wireless network key will be automatically generated without manual input.
If not, you can establish a secure connection yourself.
Here’s how:
1. Power on your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G.
2. Start the client
(your smartphone, laptop etc).
3. Enable the WPS function of your
iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G.
Note:
After Wi-Fi is enabled, press and hold until a WPS activation animation appears on the screen.
4. Enable the WPS function of the client.
Note:
For WPS operations on the client, see the user guide of the client.

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Restoring Factory Defaults
If you’ve forgotten some of the setting changes you’ve made, you can easily
restore factory defaults and reconfigure your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G. Simply
press and hold the RESET button until the screen turns off. All factory default
settings will now be successfully restored.
Note:
Restoring factory defaults deletes all personal configuration settings and restores all
web-based management settings to their default values.
RESET

EXAMPLE: WI-FI CONNECTION TO A SMART PHONE (SAMSUNG)
1. Select Settings > Wi-Fi.
2. Automatically detect the networks in
range and display the access point list.
3. Select a network indicated by the SSID
of the Mobile WiFi.
4. If necessary, enter a password and tap
Join. (Networks requiring a password
appear with a lock icon.)
Note:
Some Wi-Fi clients such as iTouch, PS3 and
NDSi can also access the Internet via the Mobile
WiFi. For details, see the user guides of the
Wi-Fi clients.

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TIPS
If your iiNet MobiiHotspot 4G is used in an
environment with poor ventilation, it may
overheat with extended use. If this happens,
it will switch itself off and disconnect from
the network automatically. Clever isn’t it.
If this happens, move your device to a well
ventilated location and restart.
If you run into any trouble, try the following:
•See help on the web management page.
•Restart the Mobile WiFi.
•Restore the factory defaults.
•Contact us on 13 19 17.

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Quick Install Guide
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