TP-Link M7000 User manual

User Guide
4G LTE Mobile Wi-Fi
M7000
© 2020 TP-Link 1910012902 REV1.1.0

Contents
About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Chapter 1. Get to Know About Your Mobile Wi-Fi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
1. 1. Product Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1. 2. Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1. 2. 1.The Exterior. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1. 2. 2.The Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 2. Set Up Internet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2. 1. Install the Mobile Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2. 2. Connect to the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 3. Log In. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3. 1. Via tpMiFi App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3. 2. Via PC Login Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3. 3. Via Phone Login Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Chapter 4. Manage Your Data Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4. 1. Track Data Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4. 1. 1.Check Data Usage on the tpMiFi App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4. 1. 2.Check Data Usage via SMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4. 1. 3.Revise Data Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4. 2. Limit Data Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4. 2. 1.Limit Data Package. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4. 2. 2.Limit Monthly Data Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4. 3. Set Usage Limit for Specific Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4. 4. Set Rate Limit for Specific Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4. 5. Set Up Free Data Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4. 6. Enable Mobile Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4. 7. Enable Data Roaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chapter 5. Secure Your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5. 1. Secure Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5. 2. Block Unwelcome Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5. 3. Lock SIM Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Chapter 6. Customize Your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
6. 1. Specify Network Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
6. 2. Configure APN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
6. 2. 1.Configure APN Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
6. 2. 2.Configure Network Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6. 3. Configure DHCP Server. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Chapter 7. Manage Your Mobile Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
7. 1. Save the Mobile Wi-Fi’s Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
7. 2. Change Login Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
7. 3. Set Up System Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
7. 4. Restore Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
7. 5. Update the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
7. 6. Update ISP Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
7. 7. System Log. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

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About This Guide
This guide is a complement of Quick Installation Guide. The Quick Installation
Guide provides instructions for quick internet setup, while this guide contains
details of each function and demonstrates how to configure them.
Features available in the Mobile Wi-Fi may vary by model and software version.
Mobile Wi-Fi availability may also vary by region or ISP. All images, steps, and
descriptions in this guide are only examples and may not reflect your actual
Mobile Wi-Fi experience.
Conventions
In this guide the following conventions are used:
Convention Description
Underlined Underlined words or phrases are hyperlinks. You can click to redirect to a website or a
specific section.
Teal Contents to be emphasized and texts on the web page are in teal, including the menus,
items, buttons and so on.
>
The menu structures to show the path to load the corresponding page. For example,
Advanced > Wireless > Black List means the Black List page is under the Wireless menu
that is located in the Advanced tab.
Note: Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.
Tips: Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your device.
*Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE
Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless
coverage are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of 1) environmental
factors, including building materials, physical objects, and obstacles, 2) network
conditions, including local interference, volume and density of traffic, product
location, network complexity, and network overhead, and 3) client limitations,
including rated performance, location, connection, quality, and client condition.
*Battery life estimates obtained through testing in a laboratory setting.
More Info
The latest software, management app and utility are available at the Download
Center at www.tp-link.com/support.
The Quick Installation Guide can be found in the same place you found this guide
or inside the package of the Mobile Wi-Fi.
Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com.

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TP-Link Community is provided for you to discuss our products and share
knowledge at https://community.tp-link.com.
Our Technical Support contact information can be found at Contact Technical
Support page at www.tp-link.com/support.

Chapter 1
Get to Know About Your
Mobile Wi-Fi
This chapter introduces what the Mobile Wi-Fi can do and its appearance.
It includes the following sections:
• Product Overview
• Physical Description

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1. 1. Product Overview
The Faster Connections, The More You Can Do
Just insert a SIM card to create your reliable personal Wi-Fi hotspot and share
instant 4G/3G connectivity with friends. The Mobile Wi-Fi, supporting the latest
generation 4G LTE network, can reach a faster download speed so that users
can enjoy HD movies without interruption, download files in seconds, and hold a
video chat without dropouts.
Artful Little Gadget and Built-in Battery for Life on the Go
The TP-Link Mobile Wi-Fi features a compact, elegant design and rechargeable
powerful battery very suitable for travel, business trips and outdoor activities.
With added flexibility, the device can be charged via a micro USB cable connected
to an adapter, laptop or portable charger for endless hours of 4G sharing.
Easy Management with the tpMiFi App
With the tpMiFi App, you can conveniently access and manage the Mobile Wi-Fi
right on your iOS/Android devices. The tpMiFi app allows you to set data limits,
control Wi-Fi access and send messages.

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1. 2. Physical Description
1. 2. 1. The Exterior
LEDs
Power Butt
on
Micro USB Port
LED Explanation
LED Status Indication
(Wi-Fi)
On Wi-Fi is enabled.
Off Wi-Fi is disabled.
(Internet)
On Internet service is available.
Off Internet service is unavailable.
(Battery)
On Power is on.
Off Power is off.
Blinking Red The battery level is lower than 10%.
Blinking Green The Mobile Wi-Fi is charging.
Note:
The LEDs will turn off automatically after idling for 30 seconds. To check the LED status, press the Power
button to turn them on again.
Item Explanation
Item Description
Power Button • Press and hold to power on/off the Mobile Wi-Fi.
• Press to turn on LEDs if they are off after idling.
Micro USB Port Plug in the USB cable to this port to charge your Mobile Wi-Fi.

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1. 2. 2. The Interior
SSID:
TP-Link_XXXX
Wireless Password:
XXXXXXXX
Reset Button
SIM Card Slo
t
Item Explanation
Item Description
SIM Card Slot Insert a SIM card into the slot. A micro or nano SIM card must be converted
using a SIM card adapter.
Reset Button With the Mobile Wi-Fi powered on, use a pin to press and hold this button until
all LEDs turn on momentarily to reset the Mobile Wi-Fi.
Note:
1. The label is under the battery pack.
2. Resetting the device to its factory defaults will clear all previous configuration.

Chapter 2
Set Up Internet
Connection
This chapter introduces how to install the Mobile Wi-Fi and connect your wireless
or smart devices to the internet.
It includes the following sections:
• Install the Mobile Wi-Fi
• Connect to the Internet

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Chapter 2 Set Up Internet Connection
2. 1. Install the Mobile Wi-Fi
1. Remove the back cover.
2. Insert your SIM card.
SSID:
TP-Link_XXXX
Wireless Password:
XXXX XXXX
Note:
• A micro or nano SIM card must be converted using a SIM card adapter.
• The SIM card is not provided by TP-Link.
3. Install the provided battery.
SSID:
TP-Link_XXXX
Wireless Password:
XXXX XXXX
a
b
4. Note down the default SSID and Wireless Password.

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SSID:
TP-Link_XXXX
Wireless Password:
XXXX XXXX
SSID:
TP-Link_XXXX
Wireless Password:
XXXX XXXX
SSID:
TP-Link_XXXX
Wireless Password:
XXXXXXXX
5. Replace the cover.
2. 2. Connect to the Internet
1. Press and hold the Power button until all LEDs are lit. Wait until the Internet
LED turns solid green.
Note:
• To power off, press and hold the Power button until all the LEDs are off.
• If the Internet LED doesn’t light up, refer to FAQ > Q2.

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2. Connect your wireless device to the Mobile Wi-Fi using the SSID and the
Wireless Password you have noted down.
SSID:
TP-Link_XXXX
Wireless Password:
XXXXXXXX
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
TP-Link_XXXX
CHOOSE A NETWORK...
Other...
< Settings
Note: If you use a computer to connect to the Mobile Wi-Fi, set it to obtain an IP address automatically.
3. Now you can enjoy the internet!
Note: By default, Power Saving feature is enabled and the Mobile Wi-Fi will turn off the Wi-Fi when no
wireless devices are connected to it for 10 minutes. To resume the Wi-Fi connection, press the Power
button.

Chapter 3
Log In
This chapter introduces how to log in to the web management page.
Demonstrations in this guide use the phone web management interfaces, while
some use the PC ones as those functions are only available on the PC web
management page.
Before login, make sure your device is connected to the Mobile Wi-Fi’s SSID.
This chapter includes the following sections:
• Via tpMiFi App
• Via PC Login Entry
• Via Phone Login Entry

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Chapter 3 Log In
3. 1. Via tpMiFi App
1. Search “tpMiFi“ at the App Store or Google Play or simply scan the QR code
to download the tpMifi app.
2. Connect your device to the Mobile Wi-Fi.
3. Launch the tpMiFi app, and log in with the default password: admin.
4. Create a new password for security purposes and use it for future logins.
3. 2. Via PC Login Entry
On the PC web management interfaces, you can enjoy more features, such as
DHCP settings.
1. On your computer or tablet, visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the
password: admin.

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2. Go to Wizard, create a new login password for security purposes and use it for
future logins.
3. Follow web instructions to complete the settings.
3. 3. Via Phone Login Entry
1. On your smart phone, visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the default
password: admin.

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2. Create a new login password for security purposes and click Done.
3. Use the password you just created for future logins.

Chapter 4
Manage Your Data Usage
This chapter explains how to manage the data usage of your Mobile Wi-Fi.
It includes the following sections:
• Track Data Usage
• Limit Data Usage
• Set Usage Limit for Specific Devices
• Set Rate Limit for Specific Devices
• Enable Mobile Data
• Enable Data Roaming

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4. 1. Track Data Usage
This feature allows you to monitor the amount of data you have used on your
Mobile Wi-Fi and revise the displayed data usage as needed.
4. 1. 1. Check Data Usage on the tpMiFi App
1. Open your tpMiFi app and log in with the password you set.
2. Go to the Home Page and you can see the data usage shown on the upper
part.

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Or go to Tools > Data Usage Settings, and you can view the data usage as
shown below.
Note:
1. Actual data usage may vary from the estimated data usage displayed on the usage meter.
2. The page above displays the monthly data usage if you have enabled Monthly Data Statistics.
4. 1. 2. Check Data Usage via SMS
Your mobile carrier can provide more accurate data usage information. To obtain
it, you can send messages to your mobile carrier.
1. Open your tpMiFi app and log in with the password you set.
2. Go to Tools > SMS and tap New Message.
3. Create a message to your carrier and then tap Send to send it. And a few
minutes later, you will receive a message of data usage information. For the
phone number and message content, check from your carrier.