Zte ZTE MF631 User manual

BT Mobile Broadband Pre-Pay
USB Modem User Guide
ZTE MF631
Need any help?
Please visit www.bt.com/help/mobilebroadband

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Contents
Contents
Quick Start Set-up / What’s In Your Pack 3
Minimum System Requirements 4
Getting Started 5
Step 1: Insert the SIM into your USB Modem 5
Step 2: Insert the USB Modem and install
the BT Connection Manager software 5
Step 3: Connect to the internet 7
Step 4: Register online to manage your account 8
Using BT Connection Manager
And Your USB Modem To Get Online 10
BT Connection Manager – Mac 11
Your BT Mobile Broadband Pre-Pay Account 12
How to Top up 12
Top up amounts 14
Check your spend and usage 14
Low credit 14
Using abroad 15
Top up from abroad 15
Your USB Modem 16
FAQs 17
Acronyms And Abbreviations 19
Safety Information 20
Need any help? Please visit: www.bt.com/help/mobilebroadband

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Quick Start Set-up / What’s In Your Pack
Your USB Modem box includes:
The outer pack also includes:
• BT Welcome Letter
• SIM card in small white envelope
* To find out how to register, please see page 8.
Quick Start Set-up
For more detailed instructions, please see page 5.
The USB Modem USB cable User Guide
What’s In Your Pack
Insert the SIM
card into the
USB Modem.
Install BT Connection Manager
by following the on-screen
instructions.
Plug the USB Modem
into your PC.
Connect to the internet.
Please register your account
at bt.com/mobsignup*
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Need to find your mobile number?
Please visit:
www.bt.com/help/findyournumber
SIM
SIM

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XxxMinimum System Requirements
To use the MF631, your computer must meet the
following requirements:
Connectivity Spare USB port, compatible with USB 2.0 Full Speed
CPU 133 MHz or above, 500 MHz or above is recommended
Memory 256 MB RAM or more
Hard disk 50 MB or more free space
Operating
system
Microsoft® Windows XP (32 bit), Vista, Windows 7
or Mac OS 10.5 and above
Display Resolution of 800×600 or above, 1024×768
is recommended
Minimum System Requirements

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We know you’re keen to get started with BT Mobile Broadband, so
please follow these steps in the exact order shown below.
Step 1: Insert the SIM into your USB Modem
To get started, you need to insert your SIM card into the USB Modem.
You’ll find your SIM card in a small white envelope inside the
outer packaging.
Step 2: Insert the USB Modem and install the BT Connection
Manager software
You’ll need to have your laptop switched on before you plug
the USB Modem in.
Getting Started
Getting Started
Remove cover by
pulling up and back
Insert the SIM card
with the BT logo
facing up
Replace the cover and
click back into place
SIM SIM

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i. Insert the USB Modem into a USB port on your laptop.
ii. Follow the on-screen instructions.
It may take between 30 – 60 seconds for your computer to find the
USB Modem and install the drivers. BT Connection Manager will then
install. Depending on the speed of your computer, this may take
between 2-5 minutes.
What’s BT Connection Manager?
BT Connection Manager allows you to connect your laptop to
the Internet using Ethernet, Wi-Fi (including your BT Home Hub,
BT Openzone and BT FON)* and the BT Mobile Broadband network
(HSPA, 3G, GPRS).
*Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections not available on Mac.
If necessary, use the enclosed
USB cable to connect in
confined spaces.
Getting Started

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Step 3: Connect to the internet
Mac users go to page 8.
You have a choice of how to make this first connection to complete
the setup.
i. If you’re in range of a Wi-Fi network, you can connect using Wi-Fi.
ii. If you are out and about in an area with a mobile signal, you can
connect to the BT Mobile network using your starter credit.
Either way it will only take a few minutes.
Connect using Wi-Fi
1. Make sure you’re in range of your BT Home Hub (or similar wireless
router); also ensure it’s switched on and working. Make a note of the
Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Wireless Key from the grey label
on the back of the BT Home Hub or on your router.
2. Double click the BT Connection Manager icon on your desktop –
when the circular dashboard screen appears, click on the central
button to connect.
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Connect using the BT Mobile network
1. Make sure you’re in an area which has a mobile signal.
2. Double click the BT Connection Manager icon. When the dashboard
appears click; the USB modem icon and select BT Mobile (PC users)
or Connect (Mac users).
Please note: it may take a few minutes for the USB Modem
to initialise and the SIM to activate.
Step 4: Register online to manage your account
i. Register to manage your account online and to receive your
Welcome Bundle.
ii. To register, make sure you have your USB Modem plugged in and
go to bt.com/mobsignup. If you have a bt.com account, please
use these details to log in (you may use these to manage existing
BT accounts online). If you don’t have a bt.com account, please
select ‘sign up’ and follow the on-screen instructions. If you have an
account but have forgotten your username or password, follow the
links on screen to have your details emailed to you.
Getting Started

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Getting Started
IMPORTANT:
During the registration process, you’ll be asked to enter your mobile
number. This is the mobile number for the SIM card which you
inserted into the USB Modem. This number is shown on a sticker on
the back of the USB Modem pack and on your BT Welcome Letter.
Please don’t enter your normal mobile phone number here.
After entering your number, a confirmation number will be
received in BT Connection Manager in; the Alerts tab (PC users) or
SMS (Mac users). This is usually within 30-60 seconds. Enter this
4 digit code onto the appropriate web page during registration.
Please note that this will expire within 15 minutes. If you enter this
after the PIN has expired, you will need to start the process again.
Congratulations! You’re now set up and ready to use BT Mobile
Broadband Pre-Pay. The Welcome Bundle means you can get going
straight away, using your laptop on the BT Mobile network.

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XxxUsing BT Connection Manager And Your USB Modem To Get Online
Using BT Connection Manager And Your
USB Modem To Get Online
Your Account: Check
your alerts, register
your account and Top up.
Also find your
mobile number.
Wi-Fi Networks: Look at the
Wi-Fi networks available in
your location. To connect to
a network, double click on
the name.
Preferences: Configure
your preferences for
BT Connection Manager.
Connection Settings: Configure
usage alert settings and
Wi-Fi passwords.
Usage Log: Check your usage.
Wi-Fi
Click to make a
connection to Wi-Fi.
Ethernet
Click to make
a connection
to Ethernet.
Best Connection
Click to connect.
This will connect
you to the best
available network.
USB Modem
Click to make
a connection
to the BT Mobile
network.
Help Minimize the
application
Hide the
side panel
Close the
application
Hover cursor
here to check the
network you’re
connected to.

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BT Connection Manager – Mac
BT Connection Manager – Mac
Internet
Click to make a
connection to
the BT Mobile
network
SMS
Click to view
your messages
Contacts
Click to manage
contact details
History
Click to check
your usage
Settings
Click to manage
your settings
Usage statistics
Shows how much data has been
uploaded and downloaded
Connect
Click to connect and disconnect
to the BT Mobile network
Help
Networks
Shows what
network you’re
connected to

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Your BT Mobile Broadband Pre-Pay Account
Your BT Mobile Broadband Pre-Pay Account
You can manage your account online, which means you can:
• top up your account
• buy money saving bundles
• change your account PIN
• change your account alerts (to warn you when your balance is low)
• track your transaction history
How to Top up
As you come to the end of your Welcome Bundle, you’ll need to Top up.
You have the following options:
1. Top up your e-wallet online via bt.com (using any computer):
Go to www.bt.com/youraccount. Enter your bt.com username and
password. Choose Your BT Pre-Pay account then select from the
options for bundles, amounts and payment methods. Please keep
your credit or debit card ready as you’ll be required to register your
card before topping up.

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2. Call our Automated Telephone Service on Freefone 0800 169 0850
from a UK landline. Enter your USB Modem’s mobile number and
then follow the prompts. Anyone who knows your number can Top
up your account.
You can find your Mobile Number on the back of the USB Modem pack
or on BT Connection Manager under ‘Your Account’ (PC users only).
Top up amounts
If you use a credit or debit card, you can Top up in amounts from
£10 to £95.
Please note that your account can hold a maximum balance of £100.
Check your spend and usage
Go online at www.bt.com/youraccount and your balance will be
displayed on the overview page once you log in. You can also check
your transaction history. Alternatively, you can call the Automated
Telephone Service on Freefone 0800 169 0850.
You can check your usage on BT Connection Manager under;
Usage log (PC users) or History (Mac users).
Your BT Mobile Broadband Pre-Pay Account

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Your BT Mobile Broadband Pre-Pay Account
Low credit
When you start to run out of credit, an alert will appear in the
BT Connection Manager. If you completely run out of credit whilst
connected to the internet using the mobile network, you will be
cut off until you next Top up.
Bundles are time-based and alerts will not inform you of this.
If a non-recurring bundle expires, you will revert to the standard
Pre-Pay rate provided you have credit.
Using abroad
You can use BT Mobile Broadband Pre-Pay abroad. Please note that
the cost of data is significantly higher than in the UK. For further
information, visit www.bt.com/help/mobilebroadband. If you are a
member of BT FON, you can use your inclusive minutes at any FON
hotspot around the world. For further details, visit www.bt.com/btfon.
In addition, public Wi-Fi can be used outside the UK although these
services may be subject to usage charges, for example in hotels.
Check with the local operator for details. Wireless routers can also
be used if you know the Wireless Network Name (SSID) and
Wireless Key.

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Top up from abroad
You can Top up online in the usual way when abroad. Alternatively,
to Top up by phone when abroad, call the Automated Telephone
Service on [phone].
Your BT Mobile Broadband Pre-Pay Account

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Your USB Modem
USB Modem indicator lights explained
Indicator is… this means…
Green The USB modem has detected a GPRS
(GSM/GPRS/EDGE) network
Green Flashing The USB modem is connected to the 2G network
Blue The USB modem has detected a 3G or HSPA
(HSDPA/HSUPA) network
Blue
Flashing
The USB modem is connected to the 3G or HSPA
(HSDPA/HSUPA) network
Red The USB modem could not connect to a network
Off The USB modem is removed and not connected
BT Connection Manager network icons explained (PC users only)
Indicator is… this means…
Connection unavailable
Connection initialising or finding connection
Connection available
Your USB Modem

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FAQs
FAQs
1. How do I start installation manually?
Windows® XP – click Start/Run/Browse then navigate to the BTCM
folder and double click on BT logo file.
Windows® 7 & Vista’ – click Windows icon/Computer to view available
drives – select BTCM logo and double click.
Mac users – please go to www.bt.com/help/mobilebroadband
for manual install instructions.
2. How can I check how much data I’ve used?
You can check your data usage in two places: on BT Connection
Manager under Usage Log (PC users) or History (Mac users).
You can also access this information from bt.com/youraccount.

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3. How do I find my USB Modem’s mobile number?
Your USB Modem’s mobile number is shown on a sticker on the back
of the USB Modem box, on your BT Welcome Letter, and also on the
Your Account menu of BT Connection Manager (PC only).
FAQs
Need any help?
Please visit www.bt.com/help/mobilebroadband

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Acronyms And Abbreviations
Acronyms And Abbreviations
3G The Third Generation mobile network
CPU Central Processing Unit
GPRS General Packet Radio Service
GSM Global System for Mobile Communications
HSDPA High Speed Downlink Packet Access
HSPA High Speed Packet Access
HSUPA High Speed Uplink Packet Access
ICNIRP International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection
OS Operating System
PIN Personal Identification Number
RAM Random-Access Memory
RF Radiofrequency (RF) Radiation
SAR Specific Absorption Rate
SIM Subscriber Identity Module
UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications System
USB Universal Serial Bus
USIM UMTS Subscriber Identity Module
WCDMA Wideband Code Division Multiple Access

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Safety Information
Safety Information
Interference
• Some electronic devices are susceptible
to electromagnetic interference
transmitted by the USB Modem if
inadequately shielded, such as
electronic systems of vehicles.
• Do not place this device in the area over
an air bag or in the air bag deployment
area. Store the device safely before
driving your vehicle.
• If necessary please consult the device or
vehicle manufacturer before using the
USB Modem.
Interference with Medical Equipment
• Switch off your wireless device
when requested to do so in hospitals,
clinics or health care facilities. These
requests are designed to prevent
possible interference with sensitive
medical equipment.
• Operation of your PC and USB Modem
may interfere with personal medical
devices such as hearing aids
and pacemakers.
• Please always keep the USB Modem at
least 20 centimeters away from such
medical devices when they are in use.
• Power off the USB Modem if necessary.
• Consult a physician or the manufacturer
of the medical device before using the
USB Modem.
Use in Explosive Environments
Be aware of usage limitations when
using a USB Modem in places where
there may be explosive gases or explosive
products present. Such areas include
but are not limited to the following:
• Petrol stations and fuel depots.