Huawei E5180S 517 Users Manual
Quick Start
Thank you for purchasing the LTE cube. This LTE cube brings you a high speed wireless network connection.
This document will help you understand your LTE cube, so you can start using it right away. Please read this document carefully before using your LTE cube.
For detailed information about the functions and configurations of the LTE cube, refer to the online help on the web management page that comes with the LTE cube.
Getting to know your LTE cube
Note:
During thunderstorms and rainy weather, turn off and disconnect the LTE cube.
The LTE cube function descriptions and illustrations in this document are for your reference only. The product you have purchased may vary.
Application scenario
The LTE cube can:
Provide Internet access for Wi-Fi devices and a computer.
Connect to a telephone for voice services.
Note:
When connected to a 2G network, the LTE cube supports circuit switched (CS) calls but not VoIP.
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Connect to a fax machine for fax services.
Expand LAN coverage together with a hub or a switch.
Note:
When the LTE cube is in use, you can alter its position or orientation to improve signal reception.
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Selecting the installation environment
Obstacles such as concrete and wooden walls will affect the transmission of the network signal. It is recommended that when you install LTE cube you choose an open space.
Keep the LTE cube away from equipment that generates strong magnetic and electric fields, for instance microwaves, refrigerators, and satellite receivers.
Appearance
○1 External antenna port
Pull out the cover and connect optional external antenna.
○2 Power button
Press and hold the power button to power on or off the LTE cube.
Press the power button to turn on or off the decorative indicator.
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○3 Decorative indicator
The LTE cube is powering on or this indicator is turned on. You can press the power button to turn off the indicator.
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Signal indicator
Steady blue: strong signal strength
Steady yellow: weak signal strength
Steady red: no signal
○5 
Wi-Fi indicator
On: Wi-Fi enabled
Off: Wi-Fi disabled
Note:
For details about how to manually enable or disable the Wi-Fi function, refer to the WLAN settings section of the online help.
○6 Network port indicator
Steady green and yellow off: The LTE cube is connected to a device, but no data is being transmitted.
Steady green and blinking yellow: Data is being transmitted.
Both green and yellow off: The LTE cube is not connected to any device.
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Network port (RJ45)
Connect to a computer, switch, or other network device.
○8 
Voice ports (RJ11)
Connect to a telephone or a fax machine.
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Power port
Connect to the LTE cube's power adapter.
○10 Reset button
Press and hold to restore the LTE cube to its factory settings.
Note:
Restoring the default settings of the LTE cube will override all the previous settings.
○11 Micro-SIM card slot
Accommodate a micro-SIM card.
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Getting started
Installing the micro-SIM card
Install the micro-SIM card according to the illustration.
Note:
When removing the micro-SIM card, gently press the micro-SIM card in, then release. The card will automatically pop out.
Do not remove the micro-SIM card when the LTE cube is powered on. Doing so will affect the performance of your LTE cube, and data stored on the micro-SIM card may be lost.
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