Zte MF861 User manual

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MF861
User Guide

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Get Started ...................................................................................................... 3
Know Your Device................................................................................ 3
Status LED Indicator ............................................................................ 4
Connecting the MF861 to Your PC ...................................................... 4
Connect to the Internet.......................................................................... 5
Properly Remove the MF861 from Your Computer............................. 6
Using Your MF861 ......................................................................................... 7
AT&T USB Modem Configuration Page ............................................. 7
View WAN Information........................................................................ 7
Configure Data Network Options......................................................... 8
Messages............................................................................................... 9
View Details........................................................................................ 10
Reset the MF861..................................................................................11
View Local Time and Time Zone ........................................................11
Advanced Settings ........................................................................................ 12
Configure APN details........................................................................ 12
Enable MAC/ IP/Port Filtering........................................................... 13
Enable DMZ ....................................................................................... 15
Configure SIM PIN............................................................................. 16
Replace the nano-SIM Card.......................................................................... 17
Warning and Notice ...................................................................................... 18
To the Owner ...................................................................................... 18
Using Your USB Modem.................................................................... 19
Specifications................................................................................................ 20
Mechanical specifications................................................................... 20
Supported RF bands............................................................................ 20
Regulatory and Safety Information .............................................................. 21
To the Owner ...................................................................................... 21
Using Your Device.............................................................................. 22
RF Exposure Information (SAR)........................................................ 22
FCC Compliance ................................................................................ 24
Warranty........................................................................................................ 25
Consumer Limited Warranty .............................................................. 25

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Get Started
This chapter provides an overview of the MF861 features, and
instructions on how to set up your MF861 and connect to the Internet.
Know Your Device
Your MF861 enables you to connect at high speeds to the Internet and
access your email while you’re away from the office.
1. USB connector —connects to your computer through a type A USB port.
2. USB connector pivot—allows the USB Connector to rotate, making it easier
to connect to computers.
3. Front cover (removable) —covers the 4G LTE SIM card slot.
4. Indicator light —indicates the network and traffic status; it also indicates
when there is no SIM or a SIM error, and when a software update is in
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5. External antenna connector —plugs in antenna if necessary.
6. USB folding hinge —folds the USB Connector into your MF861, and allows
the USB Connector to be extended and plugged into your computer.
7. (U)SIM card slot —insert the 4G LTE SIM card into the spring-loaded SIM
card slot.
Status LED Indicator
The LED indicates the device’s connection status:
Status
Description
Green Solid
Device is ready & cell connection is registered
Green Blinking
Device is powering up, Searching for network to start
Yellow Solid
No cell service due to the coverage
Yellow Blinking
FOTA upgrading or new SMS received
Red Solid
Failure state (No SIM, locked SIM, SIM error, PUK
error)
Red Blinking
FOTA failure
Connecting the MF861 to Your PC
1. Use your thumb to gently flip open the USB connector on your USB modem.
NOTE:
Be sure to avoid over-extending the USB connector past its resistance point.

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2. Hold the device along the side edges and gently insert it into your computer’s
USB port.
The operating system automatically detects and recognizes your device and
starts the installation wizard.
Connect to the Internet
To connect to the AT&T network:
After your MF861 successfully connected to your PC, the device automatically
connect to the network.
To disconnect from the AT&T network:
1. Launch the Internet browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 or
http://attusbmodem/ in the address bar.
2. Click Off next to Standard Data, and then click Apply.

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Properly Remove the MF861 from Your Computer
Be sure to disconnect from the network and quit the AT&T USB Modem before
you remove the device from your computer.
The MF861 allows you to safely remove the device at any time when you are
not connected to the network.
1. Click Off next to Standard Data, and then click Apply in the Data Connection
section to disconnect from the network.
2. Exit and close the AT&T USB Modem.
3. Gently grip the MF861 on both sides and pull straight out to avoid damaging
the USB connectors.

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Using Your MF861
This chapter describes the main features of the AT&T USB Modem configuration
page for managing your MF861.
AT&T USB Modem Configuration Page
Launch the Internet browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 or
http://attusbmodem/ in the address bar to log in the AT&T USB Modem
configuration page.
View WAN Information
At the top right of AT&T USB Modem configuration page, you can view network
information, such as the signal strength, operator, network mode, etc.
Status bar
Data connection
Network mode
Signal strength
Navigation menu

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Configure Data Network Options
You can set network mode, and choose whether to allow the MF861 to be used
when roaming internationally, from the AT&T USB Modem configuration page.
1. Launch the Internet browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 or
http://attusbmodem/ in the address bar.
2. Select Home on the navigation menu on the left side.
3. Choose the appropriate option:
• To enable / disable mobile data, click On or Off next to Standard Data in Data
Connection section, and click Apply.
• To enable / disable international roaming, click On or Off next to International
Data in Data Connection section, and click Apply.
•To set network mode, click drop-down box beside Network mode and select
your prefer network mode, and then click Apply.

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Messages
You can view SMS messages on the AT&T USB Modem configuration page.
To view or delete messages:
1. Launch the Internet browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 or
http://attusbmodem/ in the address bar.
2. Select Messages on the navigation menu on the left side. A list of messages
appears.
3. For any message in the list, click the message to read.
4. If you want to delete the message, click the checkbox in front of the message
and select Delete. You can also click Delete All to delete all messages.

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View Details
You can view details about your device such as the wireless number, hardware
version, and IMEI on the AT&T USB Modem configuration page.
1. Launch the Internet browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 or
http://attusbmodem/ in the address bar.
2. Select About on the navigation menu on the left side.

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Reset the MF861
You can reset the MF861 to the factory setting on the AT&T USB Modem
configuration page.
NOTE:
If you reset the modem to factory settings, all of your customizations will be lost.
1. Launch the Internet browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 or
http://attusbmodem/ in the address bar.
2. Select Settings > Advanced > Device Reset.
3. Click Reset.
View Local Time and Time Zone
You can view the current local time and time zone on the AT&T USB Modem
configuration page.
1. Launch the Internet browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 or
http://attusbmodem/ in the address bar.
2. Select Settings > Advanced > Time/Date.

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Advanced Settings
This chapter provides information on how to configure advanced settings for
various aspects of the device such as APN settings, firewall settings, SIM PIN,
etc.
NOTE:
Please disconnect the MF861 from the network before changing the settings.
Configure APN details
The APN is checked to determine the type of network connection to establish.
Your MF861 comes preconfigured with the APN (Access Point Name) for AT&T.
To add an APN for another network:
1. On the AT&T USB Modem configuration page.
2. Click Settings >Network.
3. Click Manual in the APN Settings section.
4. Click Add.
5. In the blank line, enter the profile name,APN (obtained from your carrier).
6. Select the PDP type.
7. Select the DNS mode. If set to Manual DNS, you need to enter Primary DNS
or Secondary DNS(optional).
8. Select the network Authentication mode. The options are:

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·None (default)
·CHAP
·PAP
9. Enter the Username and Password.
10.Click Set Default .
To select the APN entry to use:
1. From the drop-down box beside Profile Selection, select the desired APN to
use.
2. Click Set Default.
To remove an APN entry:
Select the APN you want to remove, and click Delete.
Enable MAC/ IP/Port Filtering
You can enable or disable the MAC/IP/Port Filtering feature as needed to block
certain Internet traffic. If this setting is enabled, you can then choose whether
traffic is Accepted or Dropped by default.
To enable port filtering:
1. On the AT&T USB Modem configuration page .
2. Click Settings.
3. Click Firewall > MAC/IP/Port Filtering tab.

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4. Enable MAC/IP/Port Filtering and select default policy.
5. Click Apply.
6. Check the applications you allow to access the Internet and click Apply.
Or click Add Custom Application to add application and the filter settings
will appear as shown below.
• MAC Address: Set the MAC address that will be filtered.
• Destination IP Address: Set the destination IP address that will be filtered.
•Source IP Address: Set the source IP address that will be filtered.
• Protocol: Set which protocol will be used for filtering.
• Action: Set how to handle the packet if it matches with the rule.
• Comment: Type comment for the filter settings.

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To add a new Port filtering rule:
Input the detail information in the MAC/IP/Port Filtering Settings area and click
Apply to save the rule.
To delete a Port filtering rule:
Select a rule in Current MAC/IP/Port filtering rules in system area
and click Delete > Yes to delete it.
Enable DMZ
In a DMZ (demilitarized zone) network configuration, a computer runs outside the
firewall in the DMZ. This computer intercepts incoming Internet traffic, providing
an extra layer of protection for the rest of the network.
To enable DMZ and designate a computer to screen incoming traffic:
1. On the AT&T USB Modem configuration page.
2. Click Settings > Firewall > DMZ.
3. Select Enable next to DMZ Settings.
4. Click Apply.

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Configure SIM PIN
Enable SIM PIN:
1. On the AT&T USB Modem configuration page.
2. Click Settings > Advanced > SIM PIN.
3. Click Enable next to PIN Status.
Verifying the PIN Code:
If the PIN code of your nano-SIM card is enabled, you will need to input the PIN
code when you log in at the first time.
NOTE:
The SIM card will be locked if you enter wrong PIN code consecutively for three
times.
If you want to modify the PIN Status, select Settings > Advanced > Change PIN
to do the actions.

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Replace the nano-SIM Card
Your MF861 comes with the nano-SIM card inserted. If you need to replace the
nano-SIM card:
1. Open the front cover and remove it.
2. Remove the existing nano-SIM card (if present ).
3. Install the nano-SIM card to the nano-SIM card slot.
WARNING!
To avoid damage to the phone, do not use any other kind of SIM cards, or any

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non-standard nano-SIM card cut from a SIM card. You can get a standard
nano-SIM card from your service provider.
4. Replace the front cover.
Warning and Notice
To the Owner
If inadequately shielded, some electronic devices may be affected by the
electromagnetic interference caused by the modem, such as the electronic
system of vehicles. Consult the manufacturers of such devices before using
the modem if necessary.
Operating the modem may interfere with medical instruments such as hearing
aids and pacemakers.Always keep the modem more than 20 centimeters

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away from such medical instruments when your modem is turned on. Turn
the modem off if necessary. Consult a physician or the manufacturers of
medical instruments before using the modem if necessary.
Be aware of the usage limitation when using the modem at places such as oil
warehouses or chemical factories, where there are explosive gases or
explosive products being processed. Turn off the modem if necessary.
Do not use electronic transmission devices in aircrafts, at petrol stations or in
hospitals. Observe and obey all warning signs, and turn off the modem in
these conditions.
Do not touch the inner antenna area unless it is necessary. Otherwise the
performance of the modern may be affected.
Keep the modem out of the reach of little children. The modem may cause an
injury if used as a toy.
When the modem is operating, do not touch the metallic parts. Failing to do
so may cause burns.
Using Your USB Modem
Use original accessories or accessories that are authorized. Using any
unauthorized accessories may affect the performance of the modem and
violate the related national regulations about telecom terminals.

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Avoid using the modem near or inside metallic structures or establishments
that can emit electromagnetic waves, because signal reception may be
affected.
The modem is not waterproof. Keep the modem dry and store it in a shady
and cool place.
Do not use the modem immediately after a sudden temperature change. In
such case, dew may be generated inside and outside the modem, so do not
use it until it becomes dry.
Handle the modem carefully. Do not drop, bend or strike it. Otherwise the
modem may be damaged.
Only qualified personnel can dismantle and repair the modem.
Specifications
Mechanical specifications
Dimensions
97*33*16mm
Memory
256MB RAM; 512MB ROM
Supported RF bands
Technology
Bands
Cat 6 LTE
Band 2 / Band 4 / Band 5 / Band 12 / Band 29 / Band 30
2CA
Band 4+Band 29 / Band 2+Band 29/ Band 2+Band 12 /