Zte MF971L Installation instructions
MF971L
Let’s go
Getting started with your device.
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1. Prepare
yA valid micro-SIM card.
yView the label on your device to get the default
only.
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2. Insert the micro-SIM Card
1. Take out the card sticker from the packing box.
2. Align the card sticker with the micro-SIM area on the
metal-free side of the micro-SIM card and then stick it.
3. Open the micro-SIM card slot cover.
NOTE:
Do not remove the cover rudely, because it is connected
with the device.
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4. Insert your micro-SIM card.
WARNING!
To avoid damage to the device, do not use any other kind
of SIM cards, or any non-standard micro-SIM card cut from
a SIM card. You can get a standard micro-SIM card from
your service provider.
5. Close the micro-SIM card slot cover.
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3. Start Your Device
Press and hold the Power key for about 1.5
seconds to power on the device. After a moment the device
will connect to the Internet automatically.
NOTE:
If the battery is extremely low, you may be unable to power
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4. Access the Internet
yWi-Fi: Get the default SSID and password on the label
and connect to the Wi-Fi network with your mobile
device, and then access the Internet.
ymicro-USB cable: Connect with the computer via USB
port and then access the Internet.
NOTE:
If the operating system does not automatically launch
installation, you can double-click the device installation
icon in the virtual CD-ROM to install the software.
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5. Change Your Device Settings
You can change the device settings by logging in to the
1. View the label on your device to get the default Device
Manager Website IP address and Password.
2. Launch the Internet browser. Enter the Device Manager
Website IP address in the Address bar.
3. Input the password and then click Login.
change the Wi-Fi SSID, password or other settings.
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Indicator Icons and Interfaces
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1 Power key
yPress and hold for about 1.5
device.
yPress and hold for about 8
seconds to restart your device
2 WPS key Press and hold for 1.5 seconds to
activate the WPS function.
3 Battery Red solid / blinking: The battery is
low. Please charge the battery.
Green blinking: The battery is being
charged.
Green solid: The battery level is
middle or high.
and not being charged.
Wi-Fi Blue solid: Wi-Fi is active.
Blue blinking: WPS is active.
SMS Blue solid: You have unread
messages.
Blue blinking: You have new
messages or the message storage is
full.
message nor a new message.
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Network Red: The device is in error status.
yThe device is not registered to
the mobile network.
yThere is no micro-SIM card
inserted.
yThere is no network service
available.
Green solid: The device is registered
to the 2G/3G mobile network.
Green blinking: The device is
connected to the 2G/3G mobile
network and data is being
transferred.
Blue solid: The device is registered
to the 4G LTE network.
Blue blinking: The device is
connected to the 4G LTE network
and data is being transferred.
4 Charging/micro-
USB jack
Charge the device or connect to the
USB port of a computer.
5 micro-SIM card
slot cover and
reset hole
yInsert your micro-SIM card.
yReset hole: Press and hold for
1.5 seconds to restore your
device to the factory settings.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Recommended Action
The connection
between your
device and a PC
through a micro-
USB cable cannot
be established
automatically.
yInstall the software manually.
Please run the installation program
in the virtual CD-ROM.
yIf the driver of your device is
abnormal, reinstall the software.
You need to uninstall the software
first.
The connection
between your
device and a
client through
Wi-Fi cannot be
established.
yEnsure that the Wi-Fi function is
enabled.
yRefresh the network list and select
the correct SSID.
yCheck the IP address, and ensure
that your client can automatically
obtain an IP address.
yEnter the correct network key (Wi-
Fi password) when you connect the
client to your device.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Recommended Action
The client
connected to the
device cannot
access the Internet.
yEnsure that your micro-SIM card is
available.
yChange the location and find a
place with good signal.
yCheck the settings of the WAN
connection mode.
yContact your service provider and
confirm your APN settings.
page cannot be
visited.
yEnter the correct address. Please
view the label on your device to
get the default Device Manager
Website IP address.
yUse only one network adapter in
your PC.
yDo not use any proxy server.
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Get More Help
You can get help by:
ySending an email to [email protected]
yVisiting https://www.ztedevices.com
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LEGAL INFORMATION
Copyright © 2022 ZTE CORPORATION.
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be quoted, reproduced,
translated or used in any form or by any means, electronic
without the prior written permission of ZTE Corporation.
Notice
prior notice.
Disclaimer
actual product or software.
Trademarks
ZTE and the ZTE logos are trademarks of ZTE Corporation.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
Version No.: R1.0
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Warning and Notice
To the User
yIf inadequately shielded, some electronic devices, for
example, the electronic system of vehicles, may be
the device. Consult the manufacturers of such devices
before using the device if necessary.
yOperating the device may interfere with medical
instruments such as hearing aids and pacemakers.
Always keep the device more than 20 centimeters
away from such medical instruments when your device
Consult a physician or the manufacturers of medical
instruments before using the device if necessary.
yBe aware of the usage limitation when using the device
at places such as oil warehouses or chemical factories,
where there are explosive gases or explosive products
yDo not use electronic transmission devices in aircraft,
at petrol stations or in hospitals. Observe and obey
conditions.
yDo not touch the inner antenna area unless necessary.
Otherwise the performance of the device may be
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yDo not use the device in an enclosed environment or
where heat dissipation is poor. Prolonged work in such
space may cause excessive heat and raise ambient
temperature, which may lead to automatic shutdown of
the device for your safety. In the case of such an event,
cool the device in a well-ventilated place before turning
on for normal use.
yKeep the device out of the reach of small children. The
device may cause an injury if used as a toy.
yWhen the device is operating, do not touch the metallic
parts. Failing to do so may cause burns.
yUse original accessories or accessories that are
authorized. Using any unauthorized accessories may
related national regulations about telecom terminals.
yAvoid using the device near or inside metallic
constructions or establishments that can emit
electromagnetic waves, because signal reception may
yThe device is not waterproof. Keep the device dry and
store it in a shady and cool place.
yDo not use the device immediately after a sudden
temperature change, because dew may be generated
inside and outside the device. Do not use it until it
becomes dry.
yHandle the device carefully. Do not drop, bend or strike
it. Otherwise the device may be damaged.
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y
device.
yThe humidity between 5% and 95% is recommended.
yDo not connect the charger while using the device for
a long period. Failing to do so will trigger the protection
mechanism of the battery, and the battery will not be
charged. If you want to charge the battery, please
reconnect the charger.
yDo not connect the charger while using the device for
a long period or use the device and battery in non-
operating temperature. Failing to do so will shorten
battery life or cause battery swelling or leakage. If the
battery shows signs of swelling or leakage, please stop
use immediately.
yFor pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall
be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
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Battery Safety
WARNING!
explosion.
yUsing ZTE-unapproved or incompatible battery, charger
or power adapter may damage your device, shorten its
yThe recommended operating temperatures are 0 °C
to 35 °C and the storage temperatures are -20 °C to
+45 °C. Extreme temperatures can damage the device
and reduce the charging capacity and lifespan of your
device and battery.
yDo not change or replace the built-in rechargeable
battery in your device by yourself. The battery can only
be changed or replaced by ZTE or ZTE authorized
service provider.
yDo not place the device or the battery in or near
heating equipment, such as microwave ovens, stoves
or radiators. Keep the device and the battery away from
excessive heat and direct sunlight. If not, the device or
yDo not disassemble, squeeze or puncture the device,
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yPlease disconnect the charger when the battery is fully
charged. Overcharging may shorten the battery life.
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yWhen not using the device for a long period, please
charge the battery about half and then store the device
in a cool dry place.
yIf the battery damages or shows signs of swelling or
leakage, please stop use immediately and contact ZTE
or ZTE authorized service provider for replacement.
Limited Warranty
This warranty does not apply to defects or errors in the
product caused by:
i. Reasonable abrasion.
ii. End users’ failure to follow ZTE’s installation, operation
or maintenance instructions or procedures.
iii. End users’ mishandling, misuse, negligence, or
improper installation, disassembly, storage, servicing
or operation of the product.
actions of third parties or other events outside ZTE’s
reasonable control.
vi. Usage of third-party products or usage in conjunction
with third-party products if such defects are due to the
combined usage.
vii. Any other cause beyond the range of normal usage
intended for the product.
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