Huawei E583C-52 User Manual

Thank you for choosing the HUAWEI E583C Wireless Modem (E5).

z Supported functions and actual appearance depend on the specific models you

purchased. The following illustrations are provided for your reference only. For details about the model you selected, consult your service provider.

z This guide briefly describes the functions of the E5. For details about how to set

management parameters, see Help on the web management page.

z If the E5 is placed in an environment with poor ventilation, it may overheat after

extended use. When the E5 overheats, it will switch off or disconnect from the network automatically to protect itself. If this happens, place the E5 in a well-ventilated location, then restart the E5.

Getting to Know Your E5

Packing List

The package should contain the following items. If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your local dealer immediately.

Quick Start Guide

Safety Information

Main unit Battery Data cable Charger

Some accessories are optional and are not provided with the modem. To purchase any optional accessories, contact your local dealer.

Connection Scenarios

Scenario 1: Multi-device access via Wi-Fi

Scenario 2: One-device access via USB

A Wi-Fi device or computer can be connected to the Internet through the E5. The actual connection procedure depends on the operating system of the Wi-Fi device or computer. The connection scenarios illustrated here are for your reference.

Smart Phone

Game machine

Laptop

Digital Camera

Scenario 3: Multi-device access via Wi-Fi and USB at the same time

Smart Phone

Game machine

Laptop

Digital Camera

Appearance

No. Item

2 3 4 5

External antenna interface Power button

USB connector WPS button Screen

Note:

z Wi-Fi: wireless fidelity z WPS: Wi-Fi protected setup

2 3

Screen

No. Item

1 2 3

4 5

6 7 8

12435

Signal strength Network

z Wi-Fi enabled z Number of devices connected

Internet connection

z New messages z Number of new messages

Battery level Roaming status

z M: Manual mode z A: Auto mode

Before You Start

Installing the SIM Card and the Battery

Install the SIM card in the card slot. Be sure that the SIM card is facing in the right direction, as shown in figure 2, and then slide the SIM card into the slot.

Installing the microSD Card

Charging the Battery

Note:

z The microSD card is an optional accessory. If a microSD card

did not come with your modem, you may purchase one yourself.

z To remove the microSD card, press in the card gently.

The microSD card will pop out for removal.

z Do not remove the microSD card when it is in use.

Doing so may damage the card and the E5, and data stored on the card may be lost.

Note: If the battery has not been used for a long time, it must be charged first.

Method 1: Using the charger

Method 2: Connecting to a PC for charging

Caution: Only use chargers (5V, 1A) compatible with the E5 and provided by a designated manufacturer. Use of an incompatible charger or one from an unknown manufacturer may cause the E5 to malfunction, fail, or could even cause a fire. Such use voids all warranties, whether expressed or implied, on the product.

Connect the E5 to a PC using a compatible data cable.

Accessing the Internet via Wi-Fi Connection

Step1: Power on the E5.

Step2: Establish a Wi-Fi Connection.

Step3: Access the Internet.

1. Power on the E5

Note: By default, management parameters are preset on the E5 according to the requirements of the service provider. Follow the steps below to quickly access the Internet. For the details about how to set management parameters, see Help on the Web management page.

Press and hold until the screen lights up. The E5 is powered on.

Note: Press and hold

to power off the E5.

2. Establish a Wi-Fi Connection (Take a computer with Windows XP operating system as an example)

Start > Control Panel > Network

Connections > Wireless Network Connection

Wireless

Network Connection

View available wireless networks

Make sure that the Wi-Fi is enabled. Select S

Note: To set up a Wi-Fi connection, the PC must have a wireless network adapter installed. If

adapter is available. Otherwise, check to make sure you have a wireless network adapter installed.

is displayed, a wireless network

Click V display a list of wireless networks available. Select a network that has the same SSID as that of the E5, and then click

Note:

Wireless Network Connection

3. Access the Internet

Auto

Manual

Auto

z If the encryption parameter is already set for the E5, the W

dialog box is displayed. Enter the network key in the dialog box as shown below.

z The SSID and key label are affixed to your E5, as illustrated below.

Wait until the wireless connection icon is displayed in the status area in the lower right corner of the PC screen.

After successfully establishing a Wi-Fi connection, access the Internet in either the A

mode. The default mode is A

Mode Operations

Auto

After the E5 is powered on, it will connect to the Internet automatically if data transmission is required. If there is no data transmission over a period of time, the E5 automatically terminates the Internet connection.

Manual

Launch the web management page and follow the prompts to connect to or disconnect from the network.

Note:

z Launch the web management page to select the mode for accessing the Internet. z If you roam to a different network with the E5, it will automatically disconnect an

established network connection. If you need to access the Internet from the new network, you must re-establish a network connection.

Accessing the Web Management Page

http://192.168.1.1

admin

Validating the PIN Code

Sharing Data Stored on the microSD card

Make sure that the connection between the E5 and the client is a proper one. Start the Internet browser and enter h Enter the password, and then click L

Note: The default password is a

in the address bar.

If PIN code protection is enabled, log in to the web management page and follow the prompts to enter the correct PIN code. Both PIN and PUK are delivered with the SIM card. For details, consult your service provider.

After the microSD card is inserted, you can store data on the card or use the web management page to share data stored on the card.

Insert the microSD card. Access the web management page.

Click S

SD Card

SMS

to manage the data stored on the microSD card.

You can access the short message service (SMS) from the web management page.

Access the web management page. Click S

to view, create, reply, forward or send a message.

Daily Use

Power Saving Mode

When the E5 is in deep sleep state, press any key to enable Wi-Fi and light up the screen.

Establishing a WPS Connection

If the E5 is idle for a period of time, the screen turns off. If the E5 is using battery power and does not process data transmissions for 30 minutes, it goes to deep sleep state and Wi-Fi is disabled.

If a Wi-Fi client connected to the E5 supports the WPS function, the E5 can generate a network key without manual input. To establish a WPS connection, perform the following steps:

Power on the E5. Start the client.

Enable the WPS function of the E5. Note: After Wi-Fi is enabled, press and hold enable the WPS function of the E5.

Enable the WPS function of the client.

Restoring Factory Defaults

Note: For client Wi-Fi operations, see the clients’ user guide.

If you forget the changes you have made to some parameters, you may restore factory defaults and reconfigure the E5. To restore the factory defaults, press and hold the RESET button until the screen turns off. All factory default settings are successfully restored. Note: Restoring factory defaults deletes all personal configuration settings and restores all web-based management settings and parameters to their default values.

RESET

Tips

If you are experiencing difficulties using the E5, try the following:

z See Help on the web management page. z Restart the E5. z Restore the factory defaults. z Contact your service provider.

Example 1: Wi-Fi Connection to Game Machine (Sony PSP)

Settings

Network Settings.

Infrastructure Mode

New Connection

MyE5

Scan

Turn on the PSP WLAN switch.

Select S

Select I

your local Wi-Fi access point.

Select N

easy to remember connection name

(such as M

Select S

range. The access point list is displayed.

Select the SSID the same way as you did

for the E5. First press the Ź button of your game machine to confirm the SSID and

then press it again to input the Wi-Fi key.

> N

to detect all networks within

to connect to

to specify an

SSID

WEP

Test Connection

Internet Browser

: The Wi-Fi name of the E5.

: The Wi-Fi key of the E5.

z The default SSID and key label are

affixed to the E5.

Press the Ź button of your game

machine to continue, and then press the

button to save the settings.

Select T

to check the connection. If the test succeeds, you are online.

Go to I

Example 2: Wi-Fi Connection to a Smart Phone (iPhone)

Settings

Wi-Fi

Join

Some Wi-Fi clients such as iTouch, PS3 and NDS can also access the Internet via the E5. For details,

see the user guides of the Wi-Fi clients.

Select S Automatically detect the networks in range and display the access point list. Select a network that the E5 is using. If necessary, enter a password and tap J (Networks requiring a password appear with a lock icon.)

Note:

> W

, and then turn on Wi-Fi.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What can I do if a client cannot access the Internet?

Mobile

Network Settings

Profile Management

DHCP Settings

Check that the client is properly connected to the E5. Check power status to ensure that the E5 is powered on. Check signal strength to ensure that the area is covered by the network. Check that the network mode is correct. For details about network modes, see M

You must configure the correct peer-peer protocol (PPP) user name and PPP password when you access the Internet through the E5. Check whether the user name and the password are correct. See P details. If the DHCP server is disabled and the client obtains an IP address dynamically, the client cannot access the Internet either. In this case, change the access mode to manually assign an IP address. See D more information. Check that the network adapter of your client operates properly.

on the web management page.

on the web management page for

If the problem persists, please consult your service provider.

What can I do if a client cannot access the WLAN?

ANY

WLAN MAC Filter

What can I do if I forgot the default IP address of the web management page?

http://e5.home

If interference seems to be the problem, adjust the position of the E5 or move it to a more favorable location. Check and record the following settings for your client and your E5: SSID, WEP type, and key. The SSID of the client must be set to A E5. The WEP type and key of the client must be the same as that of the E5. Change the settings as needed. Check whether the WLAN MAC Filter function is enabled on the E5. If the function is enabled, ensure that all relevant parameters are set correctly. See W the web management page for more information.

or to the same value as that of the

If you have obtained an IP address automatically, enter h the web management page. Restore the factory defaults.

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