Zte MF928 User manual

MF928
User Manual

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Getting Started.........................................................................................................2
Introduction............................................................................................................2
Indicators...............................................................................................................3
Connection Scenario...........................................................................................4
Setting Up Your Device.......................................................................................5
Powering On/Off Your Device............................................................................5
Charging Your Device.........................................................................................6
Sleep Mode...........................................................................................................6
Accessing the Internet............................................................................................6
Accessing the Configuration Page .......................................................................8
Navigating Your Web Interface.............................................................................8
Settings......................................................................................................................9
Quick Settings.......................................................................................................9
Network Settings................................................................................................10
Wi-Fi Settings......................................................................................................11
Device Settings...................................................................................................14
Firewall.................................................................................................................16
Router Settings...................................................................................................17
Software Update.................................................................................................17
ZTE Link...............................................................................................................18
Using the WPS.......................................................................................................18
Verifying SIM PIN Code........................................................................................19
SIM PIN Management.......................................................................................19
Resetting Your Device..........................................................................................20
Configuring Your PC.............................................................................................21
Verifying IP Address and DNS.........................................................................21
SMS .........................................................................................................................22
Operating Messages in Your Inbox.................................................................22
Inbox.....................................................................................................................23
Information..............................................................................................................23
For Your Safety......................................................................................................24
To the Owner......................................................................................................24
Using Your Device.............................................................................................24
Battery Handling.................................................................................................25
Limitation of Liability ..........................................................................................27
Radio Frequency (RF) Energy.........................................................................28
FCC Compliance................................................................................................28

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Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................29
Specifications.........................................................................................................30
Getting Started
Introduction
ZTE MF928 is a 4G LTE mobile hotspot device, working on the LTE network.
You can connect your devices to it via Wi-Fi®. The device supports data
services, enabling you to communicate anytime and anywhere.
The following figure shows the appearance of the device. It is only for your
reference. The actual device may be different.
1 External Antenna
Connector Connect the antenna when the signal is poor.
2 Charging/Micro USB Jack Charge the device or connect to the USB port of a computer.
3 RESET Button Press and hold for three seconds to restore your device to the factory
settings.
4 LED Indicators View colored icons for information about battery, Wi-Fi, messages
and signal strength.
5 WPS Button Press to wake up the device when the hotspot is in sleep mode.
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Accessing the Configuration Page
1. View the label on the MF928 device to get the default Device Manager
Website IP address and WebUI password.
2. Make sure your device is connected to the MF928 device.
3. Launch the Internet browser and enter the Device Manager Website IP
address in the address bar.
NOTE:
It is recommended that you use Internet Explorer ® (8.0 or later), Firefox ®
(30.0 or later), Opera™ (21.0 or later), Safari ® (6.0 or later), or
Google™ Chrome™ (35.0 or later).
4. The login page appears as follows. The following is only for your
reference.
5. On the login page, input the WebUI password and click Login.
Navigating Your Web Interface
The interface is divided into three parts. Related functions can be executed
by operation in the related areas.
 Index area: Shows the configuration list for your device.
 Content area: Shows the detailed configuration.
 System Information area: Shows the system status and different
kinds of tips.
Signal
strength Shows the network signal intensity;
5 stages from none to strong .

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Connection
status Connected to the Internet.
Disconnected from the Internet.
Wi-Fi status Wi-Fi status and number of connected users.
Battery
level Shows the battery level;
4 stages from none to high .
Settings
IMPORTANT: Do not modify any settings unless instructed by your service
provider.
Quick Settings
1. In the main interface, click Settings >Quick Settings.
2. Read the guide carefully, and then click Next.
3. Set SSID Configuration as shown in the following figure:
Service Set Identifier (SSID) is used to uniquely identify your wireless local
area network (WLAN). If you enable Broadcast Network Name (SSID), the

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gateway will broadcast the SSID, and other devices can detect and connect
to it.
4. Set Security Configuration as shown in the following figure:
Encryption will keep your traffic from being monitored and accessed without
authorization. Select an encryption mode from the list, and then set a
password for it.
5. The configuration will look as shown in the following figure:
Make sure that all the parameters shown in the figure are correct, and then
click Apply.
Network Settings
Data Roaming
Select Network Settings > Data Roaming. You can connect to internet in
the roaming status. Check the box and then click Apply.

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APN
Select Network Settings > APN. You can set the Access Point Name on
this page.
Wi-Fi Settings
Basic
Select Settings > Wi-Fi Settings > Basic Settings. The wireless network
basic parameters are shown in the following figure:

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 Network Name (SSID): Service Set Identifier (SSID). Enter a string of
fewer than 32 characters as the name for your WLAN.
 Broadcast Network Name (SSID): Disable or Enable (Default) this
function. If Enable is selected, the device broadcasts the SSID, and
other devices can find and connect to it. When you select Disable, other
devices cannot find the SSID. If you want someone to connect, tell them
the SSID and let them set up manually.
 Security Mode: The security modes are described below:
Mode Description
OPEN
Authentication and encryption won’t be performed.
There are risks that private information will be
intercepted or unauthorized individuals will use the
network.
WPA2(AES)-PSK A more secure version of WPA with implementation
of the 802.11i standard.
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Apply both the WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK
schemes.
 Encryption Type: Select an encryption type from the drop-down list.
 Max Connections: Choose the maximum number of stations that
connect the AP simultaneously.
Click Apply to confirm your configuration.

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Advanced Settings
This chapter provides information on how to configure advanced settings for
your MF928, such as Wi-Fi network options, WAN and router settings, and
more.
Select Settings > Wi-Fi Settings > Advanced Settings. The Advanced
Settings configuration is shown in the following figure:
 Band Selection – Select the Wi-Fi band range used for your network(s).
The 2.4 GHz band uses less power and has a longer range than the 5
GHz band, but the 5 GHz band can provide higher speeds with less
interference.
 Network Mode – Select the WLAN protocol. The recommended mode
depends on the Wi-Fi band. When using the 2.4 GHz band, select
802.11 b/g/n. When using the 5 GHz band, select 802.11 a/n/ac.
 Channel Bandwidth – Select a bandwidth option, if necessary (not
recommended without prior experience). When using the 2.4 GHz band,
select 20MHz or 20MHz/40MHz; when using the 5 GHz band, select 20
MHz, 20 MHz/40 MHz, or 20 MHz/40 MHz/80 MHz.
 Country/Region Code – Select the country in which your device is
located.
 Frequency (Channel) – Select the frequency (channel) for your Wi-Fi
network(s). The recommended option is Automatic, which will select the
channel with the least potential interference.

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White List
A White List is a list of Wi-Fi devices that are approved to connect to this
Wi-Fi hotspot. Select Settings >Wi-Fi Settings >White List. The White List
configuration is shown in the following figure:
Select Enable >Apply and the White List settings will appear as shown
below:
 MAC Address: Enter an approved MAC address to connect to this Wi-Fi
hotspot.
Click Apply to confirm your configuration.
Device Settings
Account Management
Select Settings > Device Settings > Account Management. The
administrator settings information is shown in the following figure:

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You can change the administrator’s password. Click Apply to confirm your
configuration.
Wi-Fi Power Save
Select Settings >Device Settings >Power Save. You can set Wi-Fi
performance and Wi-Fi sleep to save power.
 Wi-Fi Performance Settings
– Short Wi-Fi Range: Increases battery life.
– Medium Wi-Fi Range: Balances battery life and Wi-Fi range.
– Long Wi-Fi Range: Extends coverage of hotspot, which will
decrease battery life.
 Wi-Fi Sleep Settings
– Sleep Time: Select a time from the drop-down list. When there’s no
Wi-Fi connection made within the specific time, Wi-Fi will be
unavailable and the system will turn to sleep mode to save power.

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Firewall
You may set up firewall rules to protect your network from viruses and other
malicious activity on the Internet.
Port Mapping
You can set up Port Mapping to enable external computers to access www,
FTP, or other services provided by LAN. Select Settings > Firewall > Port
Mapping. The Port Mapping page is shown in the following figure:
Select Enable > Apply and the Port Mapping Settings will appear.
 Source Port: Set the source port of the computer that provides services.

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 Destination IP Address: Specify a computer located at LAN to provide
services.
 Destination Port: Set the destination port of the computer that provides
services.
 Protocol: Set which protocol will be applied by services.
 Comment: Type comment for the Port Mapping Settings.
Click Apply to add a new rule.
Select a rule and click Delete > Yes to delete it.
Router Settings
Select Settings > Router Settings. The router information is shown in the
following figure:
 IP Address: IP address for LAN interface.
 Subnet Mask: Subnet mask for the IP address.
 DHCP Server: Enable or disable DHCP Server function.
 DHCP IP Pool: Allocate beginning and ending IP addresses for IP pool.
 DHCP Lease Time: Define how long the leased IP address will be
expired. The new IP address will be relocated after the IP address is
expired.
Click Apply to confirm your configuration.
Software Update
Select Settings > Software Update to check if a software update is
available.

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ZTE Link
The ZTE Link application lets you view the status of your mobile broadband
device and manage its network connections. Select Settings >ZTE Link
and click the URL below to download it for Android or IOS.
Using the WPS
If your computer or other Wi-Fi enabled device supports WPS, you don’t have
to input the password manually once your WPS has been set up in your web
UI. To set up, follow these steps:
1. Select Settings > Wi-Fi Settings >WPS. You can enable WPS function
by PIN(PIN code) or PBC(push-button) mode and then click Apply.
 PIN: Enter PIN that is generated by wireless access client.
 PBC: Select PBC or press PBC button on your device.