This guide is a complementation of Quick Installation Guide. The Quick
Installation Guide instructs you on quick internet setup, and this guide provides
details of each function and shows you the way to configure these functions
appropriate to your needs.
When using this guide, please notice that features of the Mobile Wi-Fi may
vary slightly depending on the model and software version you have, and
on your location, language, and internet service provider. All screenshots,
images, parameters and descriptions documented in this guide are used for
demonstration only.
Conventions
In this guide the following conventions are used:
ConventionDescription
Underlined
Underlined words or phrases are hyperlinks. You can click to redirect to a website or a
specific section.
Teal
>
Note:
Tips:
Contents to be emphasized and texts on the web page are in teal, including the menus,
items, buttons and so on.
The menu structures to show the path to load the corresponding page. For example,
Advanced > Wireless > Black List means the Black List page is under the Wireless menu
that is located in the Advanced tab.
Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.
Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your device.
More Info
The latest software, management app and utility can be found at Download
Center at www.tp-link.com/support.
The Quick Installation Guide can be found in the same place you found this guide
or inside the package of the Mobile Wi-Fi.
Specifications can be found on the product page at http://www.tp-link.com.
A Technical Support Forum is provided for you to discuss our products at
http://forum.tp-link.com.
Our Technical Support contact information can be found at Contact Technical
Support page at www.tp-link.com/support.
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Get to Know About Your
Mobile Wi-Fi
This chapter introduces what the Mobile Wi-Fi can do and its appearance.
It contains the following sections:
• Product Overview
• Physical Description
Chapter 1
Get to Know About Your Mobile Wi-Fi
1. 1. Product Overview
The Faster Connections, The More You Can Do
Just insert a 4G SIM card to create your reliable personal Wi-Fi hotspot and
share instant 4G/3G connectivity with friends. The Mobile Wi-Fi, supporting the
latest generation 4G LTE network, can reach a faster download speed so that
users can enjoy HD movies without interruption, download files in seconds, and
hold a video chat without dropouts.
Artful Little Gadget and Built-in Battery for Life on the Go
The TP-Link Mobile Wi-Fi features a compact, elegant design and built-in powerful
battery very suitable for travel, business trips and outdoor activities. With added
flexibility, the device can be charged via a micro USB cable connected to an
adapter, laptop or portable charger for endless hours of 4G sharing.
Easy Management with the tpMiFi App
With the tpMiFi App, you can conveniently access and manage the Mobile Wi-Fi
right on your iOS/Android devices. The tpMiFi app allows you to set data limits,
control which devices can access your Wi-Fi, send messages, and share media
files to/from a removable micro SD card.
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1. 2. 1. The Exterior
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Button Explanation
ButtonDescription
• Press this button to enter the Menu Screen from the Home Screen.
Menu Button
Power Button
• Press this button to switch the icons or options.
• Press this button to light on the screen.
• Press and hold this button to power on or off the Mobile Wi-Fi.
• Press this button to light on or off the screen.
• Press this button to select the icon or option.
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Screen Display
Home ScreenDisplayed ItemIndication
Indicates the signal strength of the current network.
Indicates successful network connection and the current network
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Indicates you are in roaming service.
Indicates that there is un-read message(s) and the number of un-
read messages.
Displays the Wi-Fi status and the number of current wireless clients.
Displays the remaining battery power.
Indicates the total data used. It will be cleared after the Mobile Wi-Fi
560MB
5.0 M/S
is reset.
Indicates the download speed of current data transmission.
Menu ScreenMenuDescription
Home
Device Info
Displays the information of data, signal strength, battery life and so
on.
Displays the SSID (network name), password and login address of
the Mobile Wi-Fi.
Device Info
Power Saving
WPS
Wi-Fi Band
Network Mode
Data Roaming
App Download
To turn on or off the power saving mode. If enabled, the Wi-Fi will
be shut down if no clients are connected to the Mobile Wi-Fi for a
period of time (10 minutes by default). You can also save power by
changing the Wi-Fi range on Advanced > Power Saving of the web
management page.
To enable the WPS function. Enable this function and immediately
press the WPS button on your client device. A success message will
appear on the screen, indicating successful WPS connection.
To change the Wi-Fi band to 2.4GHz or 5GHz as needed.
To change the network mode to 4G preferred, 4G only or 3G only as
needed.
To enable or disable the Data Roaming function as needed. We
recommend you to enable it on when you are out of the carrier
service area.
Displays the QR code of the TP-Link tpMiFi app that helps you
manage your Mobile Wi-Fi. Scan it to download the app.
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set Button (Hole)
SIM Card Slot
Micro SD Card Slot
Micro USB Input Po
ItemDescription
SIM Card Slot
Micro SD Card Slot
Micro USB Input PortPlug in the USB cable to this port to charge your Mobile Wi-Fi or share SD card contents.
Reset Button (Hole)
Insert the SIM card into the slot. A nano or micro SIM card must be converted using a
SIM card tray.
Slide and lift up the slot cover, insert your SD card and slide the cover back to lock. The
inserted SD card can be used for storage and media sharing.
With the Mobile Wi-Fi powered on, use a pin to press and hold this button (hole) until
“Power Off” appears on the screen to reset the Mobile Wi-Fi.
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Set Up Internet
Connection
This chapter introduces how to install the hardware and set up the Internet
connection of your Mobile Wi-Fi.
It contains the following sections:
• Install the Hardware
• Connect to the Mobile Wi-Fi
Chapter 2
2. 1. Install the Hardware
2. 1. 1. Installation
1. Remove the cover and the battery.
Set Up Internet Connection
2. Insert the SIM card.
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Note:
• A nano and micro SIM card must be converted using a SIM card tray.
• The SIM card is not provided by TP-Link.
3. Install the SD card if any. Slide and lift up the slot cover, insert the SD card and
slide the cover back to lock. The inserted SD card can be used for storage and
media sharing.
Note:
• The SD card is not provided by TP-Link.
4. Fit the battery into the slot as shown below.
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5. Replace the cover.
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2. 1. 2. Power On
Press and hold
Note:
To power off, press and hold
(power button) until the welcome screen appears.
(power button) until Power Off appears on the screen.
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2. 2. Connect to the Mobile Wi-Fi
1. After the Mobile Wi-Fi is powered on, you will see the following screen.
4G
Carrier Name
100%
0MB
0.0 K/S
Note: If other messages appear on the screen, please refer to Q2 of FAQ .
2. Follow the instructions to connect to the Mobile Wi-Fi. Here are two methods.
Note: If you use a computer to connect to the Mobile Wi-Fi, please set it to obtain an IP address
automatically.
Method One: Finding SSID and Password from the screen.
1 ) Press
(menu button) to enter the menu page and switch to the
Device Info menu.
Device Info
2 ) Press (power button) to enter the Device Info page.
Device Info
SSID: TP-Link_XXXX
Password: 121345678
Login Address:
http://tplinkmi.net
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3 ) On your device, select the SSID and enter the Wireless Password which
you find on the screen.
Method Two: Via WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
If you have a WPS-supported device (such as Android phones or tablets), you
can connect to the Mobile Wi-Fi more easily using WPS button or PIN.
Note:
The WPS function takes effect only when the SSID Broadcast function and wireless function are enabled.
• Via the WPS button
1 ) Press
(menu button) to enter the menu page and switch to the WPS
menu.
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WPS
2 ) Press (power button) to enter the WPS page.
WPS
3 ) Press
(menu button) and (power button) to enable the WPS
function, and then the Mobile Wi-Fi starts to scan WPS-supported devices.
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4 ) On your WPS-supported device, go to Settings, turn on Wi-Fi, and click
Connect via WPS within 2 minutes.
Note:
The entry to the WPS function may differ from the example below and have different names on different
devices.
5 ) The status of WPS will change from Connecting to Succeeded after your
WPS-supported device is connected to the Mobile Wi-Fi.
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• Via the PIN
1 ) On your WPS-supported device, go to Settings, turn on Wi-Fi, and go to
the WPS page to get the PIN.
Note:
The entry to the WPS function may differ from the example below and have different names on different
devices.
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2 ) On another device already connected to the Mobile Wi-Fi, visit http://
tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the default password: admin.
3 ) Go to Device > Advanced > WPS, check the PIN box and enter the PIN of
your WPS-supported device in the field.
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4 ) Click Start to start the WPS process, and the Current Status will change
from Idle to Succeed after your WPS-supported device is connected to
the Mobile Wi-Fi.
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Login
This chapter introduces how to log into the web management page of the Mobile
Wi-Fi. Demonstrations in this guide use the phone web management page, while
some use the PC web management page as those functions are only available
on that platform.
Before login, make sure your device is connected to the Mobile Wi-Fi’s SSID.
It contains the following sections:
• Via Phone Login Entry
• Via PC Login Entry
• Via tpMiFi App
Chapter 3
3. 1. Via Phone Login Entry
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the default password: admin.
Login
2. Create a new login password for security purposes and click Done.
3. 2. Via PC Login Entry
The PC web management interface displays all features of the Mobile Wi-Fi.
If you want to use a feature (such as Configure DHCP Server) the Phone web
management interface or tpMiFi app does not have, please log in via the PC
entry. Computer or tablet is recommended.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password: admin.
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2. Go to Wizard, create a new login password for security purposes and click
Confirm.
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3. 3. Via tpMiFi App
1. Search “tpMiFi“ at the App Store or Google Play Store or simply scan the QR
code to download the tpMifi app.
2. Connect your device to the Mobile Wi-Fi’s SSID.
3. Launch the tpMiFi app, create a new password for security purposes and click
Save.
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Chapter 4
Manage Your Data Usage
This chapter explains how to manage the data usage of your Mobile Wi-Fi.
It includes the following sections:
• Track Data Usage
• Limit Data Usage
• Setup Free Data Period
• Enable Mobile Data
• Enable Data Roaming
Chapter 4Manage Your Data Usage
4. 1. Track Data Usage
This feature allows you to monitor the amount of data you have used on your
Mobile Wi-Fi and revise the displayed data usage as needed.
4. 1. 1. Check Data Usage on Screen
You can view data usage on the screen of your Mobile Wi-Fi.
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4. 1. 2. Check Data Usage on the Web Management Page
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. You can view the data usage on the Status page as shown below.
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Note:
1. Actual data usage may vary from the estimated data usage displayed on the usage meter.
2. The page above displays the monthly data usage if you have enabled Monthly Data Statistics.
4. 1. 3. Check Data Usage via SMS
You can also obtain the data usage information by sending a message to the
carrier of your SIM card, which is recommended if you need more accurate
information.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to SMS.
3. Tap New Message.
4. Create a message to your carrier and then tap
to send it. For the phone
number and message content, check from your carrier. Taking China Unicom
as example, send CXLL to 10010 and you will receive a message about the
data usage of your SIM card.
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4. 1. 4. Revise Data Usage
If the data usage displayed is not accurate, you can modify it as needed.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Device > Data Usage Settings.
3. The figure below displays the current data usage. Tap Correct,enter a more
accurate value for the data usage and specify a unit of measure.
4. Tap Done.
Note:
1. You can check the exact data usage from your carrier.
2. The page above displays the monthly data usage if you have enabled Monthly Data Statistics.
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4. 2. Limit Data Usage
This feature allows you to establish data limits for different data packages so
that you can better control your data usage.
4. 2. 1. Limit Data Package
I want to:
How can I do
that ?
Limit my data usage so that I will not exceed my data
package (2GB). I wish to:
1. Receive an alert when the data usage reaches 1.8GB
(90% of the allowance);
2. Disable the internet access automatically when it
reaches the allowance (2GB).
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password
you set for the Mobile Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Device > Data Usage Settings.
3. Enable Data Usage Limit.
4. Enter 2 in Total Allowance field and specify GB as the
unit of measure. To inform you that your data usage
has reached the allowance, the Internet access will be
2GB
disabled automatically and the data usage circle
5 M/S
on
the Home Screen will turn to red.
5. Set 90 as the Usage Alert percentage. To inform you
that your data usage has reached the alert value, the
1.8GB
data usage circle
5 M/S
on the Home Screenwill turn to
orange.
Done!
6. Tap Done.
Now your data usage is limited according to your settings.
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4. 2. 2. Limit Monthly Data Usage
I want to:I want to:
How can I
do that?
Limit my data usage so that I will not exceed my monthly
data package (800MB). I wish to:
1. Receive an alert when the data usage reaches 720MB
(90% of the allowance);
2. Disable the internet access automatically when it
reaches the allowance (800MB).
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password
you set for the Mobile Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Device > Data Usage Settings.
3. Enable Data Usage Limit and Monthly Data Statistics.
4. Enter 800 in Monthly Allowance field and specify MB as
the unit of measure. To inform you that your data usage
has reached the allowance, the Internet access will be
800MB
disabled automatically and the data usage circle
the Home Screen will turn to red.
5 M/S
on
5. Set 90 as the Usage Alert percentage. To inform you
that your data usage has reached the alert value, the
720MB
data usage circle
orange.
5 M/S
on the Home Screenwill turn to
6. Enter the StartDate.
Note:
The monthly data usage statistics will be cleared and recounted from the day you have set every month.
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7. Tap Done.
Done!
Now your data usage is limited according to your settings.
4. 3. Setup Free Data Period
Free Data Period is the time period when you will not be charged for data by
your mobile carrier. If your mobile carrier has provided this data service, you can
specify the free data period during which the data usage will not be counted for
data alert and limitation.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Device > Data Usage Settings.
3. Enable Free Data Period.
4. Enter the Start Time and End Time of Free Data Period.
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5. Tap Done.
4. 4. Enable Mobile Data
With Mobile Data (also known as cellular data) enabled, devices connected to
the Mobile Wi-Fi can access the internet. This feature is enabled by default.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Dial-up.
3. Enable Mobile Data.
4. Tap Done.
4. 5. Enable Data Roaming
If you are out of your carrier service area, you can use this feature as needed.
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1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Dial-up.
3. Enable Data Roaming.
4. Tap Done.
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Secure Your Network
This chapter explains how to secure your network in various ways. You can
change the SSID, manage the blacklist and lock your SIM card to safeguard your
network.
It includes the following sections:
• Secure Wireless Network
• Block Unwelcome Devices
• Lock SIM Card
Chapter 5Secure Your Network
5. 1. Secure Wireless Network
The SSID(wireless network name), wireless password of the Mobile Wi-Fi and
security options are preset as default. The default SSID and password can
be found on the screen of your Mobile Wi-Fi. You can customize the wireless
settings as needed.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Wireless.
¾To change the SSID and wireless password:
1. Enter a new SSID and wireless password in the Wireless Network Name and
Wireless Password fields respectively.
2. Tap Done.
¾To hide the SSID:
1. Disable SSID Broadcast, so the SSID will not be displayed when you scan for
wireless networks.
2. Tap Done.
Note:
If the SSID is hidden, it will not be displayed on your wireless device when you scan for local wireless
networks. And you need to manually enter the SSID and password to join.
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¾To hide password on screen:
1. Disable Display password on screen, so the wireless password will not be
displayed on the screen of your Mobile Wi-Fi.
2. Tap Done.
5. 2. Block Unwelcome Devices
This feature allows you to restrict unwelcome devices to access the wireless
network of your Mobile Wi-Fi.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Status > Current Clients.
3. Tap
4. Select the device(s) that you want to block from the Online Clients list.
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5. Tap Block.
5. 3. Lock SIM Card
This feature allows you to lock your SIM card with the PIN lock. Once the PIN lock
is enabled, every time you start your Mobile Wi-Fi with your SIM card inserted,
you need to enter the PIN code to access the internet.
If you don’t wish to enter the PIN code every time you start your Mobile Wi-Fi,
you can enable the Auto-unlock PIN upon Power-on function. You will still have
to enter the PIN code on other devices with this SIM card, however.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Device > Advanced > PIN Management.
¾To enable the PIN lock:
1. Toggle on Enable PIN.
2. Enter the PIN code of your SIM card, which consists of 4 to 8 digits.
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3. Tap Done.
4. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net to enter the PIN code to access the Internet every
time you start your Mobile Wi-Fi.
Note:
1. The PIN code of your SIM card is preset by your mobile carrier and usually can be found on the
package of the SIM card.
2. After 3 failed verification attempts the SIM will be locked, you need to enter the PUK code to unlock
it. The PUK code can usually be found on the package of the SIM card.
¾To reset PIN code:
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net from the PC login entry, and log in with the password
you set for the Mobile Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Advanced > Dial-up > PIN Management.
3. Select Enable PIN from the drop-down list if SIM Card Status is disabled. Enter
the PIN code of your SIM card, and then click Apply.
4. Select Modify from the drop-down list.
5. Enter the current PIN code and a new PIN code twice. The new PIN code must
consist of 4-8 digits.
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6. Click Apply.
7. Use the new PIN code for future PIN verifications.
¾To enable Auto-unlock PIN upon Power-on:
1. Toggle on Enable PIN, enter the PIN code of your SIM card, and then tap Done.
2. Enable Auto-unlock PIN upon Power-on.
3. Once enabled, you can save the trouble of entering the PIN code every time
you start your Mobile Wi-Fi.
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Chapter 6
Share Files on SD Card
This chapter describes how to share and access files on an SD card via Wi-Fi
and via a USB cable.
It contains the following sections:
• Access via Wi-Fi Mode
• Access via USB Mode
Chapter 6
Share Files on SD Card
6. 1. Access via Wi-Fi Mode
You can share files on an SD card via Wi-Fi mode so clients connected to the
Mobile Wi-Fi can access the SD card.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Device > Advanced > Storage Sharing.
¾To access via an Android or iOS device
1. Select By Wi-Fi for Access Mode.
2. Select Signed or Anonymous for Login Permission.
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Note:
If you have selected Signed, please specify Username and Password for access (admin by default).
3. Tap Done.
4. Search tpMiFi at the App Store Store or Google Play Store or simply scan the
QR code to download it.
5. Connect your mobile device to the Mobile Wi-Fi.
6. Launch tpMiFi and enter the password you set for the Mobile Wi-Fi.
7. Tap SD Sharing to access the SD card. You can then view, download and
upload multimedia files as needed.
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¾To access the SD card via a PC:
1. Select By Wi-Fi for Access Mode.
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2. Select Signed or Anonymous for Login Permission.
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Note: If you have selected Signed, please specify Username and Password for access (admin by default).
3. Tap Done.
4. Connect your computer to the Mobile Wi-Fi’s SSID.
5. Open Run and input “\\192.168.0.1“ (by default) or ftp://192.168.0.1. Then
click OK to continue.
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6. For anonymous access, you can now access the SD card. For signed access,
enter the login username and password in the authentication window and
click OK. Then you can access the SD card.
6. 2. Access via USB Mode
You can connect your computer to the Mobile Wi-Fi via a USB cable to access
the SD card directly.
1. Select ByUSB for Access Mode.
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2. Tap Done.
3. Connect your computer to the Mobile Wi-Fi via a USB cable and access the
SD card directly.
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Chapter 7
Customize Your Network
This chapter guides you on how to configure network settings of your Mobile
Wi-Fi.
It contains the following sections:
• Specify Network Mode
• Specify Network Band
• Configure Dial-up
• Configure DHCP Server
Chapter 7Customize Your Network
7. 1. Specify Network Mode
This Mobile Wi-Fi supports three modes of network connection: 4G Preferred,
4G Only and 3G Only. If your SIM card supports WCDMA, select 3G Only; if your
SIM card supports FDD-LTE or TDD-LTE, select 4G Preferred or 4G Only as
needed. In general, the 4G network is faster than the 3G one.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Device > Advanced > Network Mode.
3. Select 4G Preferred, 4G Only or 3G Only as needed.
4. Tap Done.
7. 2. Specify Network Band
This Mobile Wi-Fi supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless bands. In general, the
5GHz band performs better, but covers a smaller area .
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1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Wireless.
3. Specify 2.4GHz or 5GHz for Wireless Band of your Mobile Wi-Fi.
Note: If you have specified 5GHz for Wireless Band, devices that only support 2.4GHz cannot connect to
the Mobile Wi-Fi.
4. Tap Done.
7. 3. Configure Dial-up
7. 3. 1. Configure Dial-up Settings
If you are in a location beyond your mobile carrier’s service area, you may need to
configure the dial-up settings to access the internet provided by a local mobile
carrier.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
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2. Go to Dial-up.
3. Tap Create to build a dial-up profile.
4. Specify a name for the profile and fill in the parameters provided by your
carrier.
5. Tap Done and then tap Ye s in the pop-up to apply the new profile.
Note:
1. Mobile Data is enabled by default. If disabled, internet access is prohibited.
2. Data Roaming is disabled by default. If enabled, data service is allowed when roaming.
3. You can click View Profile details to check the current profile. If any parameter is wrong, you can click
Create to build a new one.
7. 3. 2. Configure Network Search
The Mobile Wi-Fi provides two types of network connection: Auto and Manual.
• Auto: The Mobile Wi-Fi will automatically establish Internet connection
when it is started.
• Manual: When you have selected Manual, click Search and the Mobile
Wi-Fi will scan for mobile networks. You can choose a network with better
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performance to connect to. The mobile carrier providing the network
must be or have cooperation with your SIM card provider.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net from the PC login entry, and log in with the password
you set for the Mobile Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Advanced > Dial-up > Network Settings.
3. Select Auto or Manual for Network Search as needed.
4. Click Save.
7. 4. Configure DHCP Server
The Mobile Wi-Fi acts as a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server,
dynamically assigning TCP/IP parameters to devices from the IP Address pool.
You can change the settings of the DHCP server if necessary.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net from the PC login entry, and log in with the password
you set for the Mobile Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Advanced > DHCP Server.
3. Enter a new IP address in the IP Address field and leave the Subnet Mask as
default. And enter the starting and ending IP addresses in the Start and End IP
Address fields respectively.
Note:
1. The Start and End IP Addresses should be on the same network segment as the IP address you have
entered.
2. If you have changed the IP address of your Mobile Wi-Fi, you should use the new IP address or
http://tplinkmifi.net to log into the web management page.
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4. Enter the lease time in the Lease Time field. When the lease time expires, the
Mobile Wi-Fi will reassign IP addresses.
5. Enter the primary DNS IP address which usually accords with the IP address.
6. Enter the secondary DNS IP address if provided by your carrier.
7. Click Save.
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Manage Your Mobile Wi-Fi
This chapter presents how to manage and maintain your Mobile Wi-Fi.
It includes the following sections:
• Save the Mobile Wi-Fi’s Power
• Change Admin Account
• Set Up System Time
• Restore Configuration Settings
• Update the Firmware
• Update ISP Parameters
• System Log
Chapter 8
Manage Your Mobile Wi-Fi
8. 1. Save the Mobile Wi-Fi’s Power
The Power Saving feature allows you to slow down the power consumption of
your Mobile Wi-Fi. You can reduce the Wi-Fi range to save power. Alternatively,
you can enable the Wi-Fi Auto-disable Time feature to disable the Wi-Fi of your
Mobile Wi-Fi in the idling period.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Device > Power Saving.
¾To set Wi-Fi Range:
1. Enable Power Saving Mode.
2. Select Long, Medium or Short from the Wi-Fi Range drop-down list.
Note:
The shorter the Wi-Fi Range is, the less power your Mobile Wi-Fi uses.
3. Tap Done.
4. Tap Restart Wi-Fi on the pop-up to make the configurations take effect, and
then reconnect to the Mobile Wi-Fi after the Wi-Fi restarts.
¾To set Wi-Fi Auto-disable Time:
1. Enable Power Saving Mode.
2. Specify the Wi-Fi Auto-disable Time.
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3. Tap Done. If there are no devices connected to the Mobile Wi-Fi during the
period you have specified, the Wi-Fi will be disabled automatically.
Note:
To recover the Wi-Fi, press the Power Button or the Menu Button.
8. 2. Change Admin Account
The account management feature allows you to change your login password of
the web management page to prevent other users from logging in to your web
management page.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the Mobile
Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Device > Account.
3. Enter the current password. Then enter the new password twice (both casesensitive) and tap Done.
4. Use the new password for future logins.
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8. 3. Set Up System Time
System time is the time displayed when the Mobile Wi-Fi is running. The system
time you configure here will be used for time-based functions.
Note:
Make sure your Mobile Wi-Fi has access to the internet before you set the system time. Otherwise, it can
not synchronize the current time and date.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password you set for the mobile
Wi-Fi
2. Go to Device > Advanced > Time Settings.
3. Select your local Time Zone from the drop-down list.
4. Tap Done.
8. 4. Restore Configuration Settings
The Factory Defaults feature allows you to restore your Mobile Wi-Fi to its factory
defaults. After you restore your Mobile Wi-Fi, all previous settings will be cleared
and you have to reconfigure them.
¾To reset on the Mobile Wi-Fi:
With the Mobile Wi-Fi powered on, remove the cover. Use a pin to press and hold
the RESET button until the “Power Off” appears on the screen.
¾To reset on the webpage:
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net from the PC login entry, and log in with the password
you set for the Mobile Wi-Fi .
2. Go to Advanced > Device > Factory Defaults.
3. Click Restore.
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4. Wait a few minutes for the resetting and rebooting.
Note: During the resetting process, do not power off the Mobile Wi-Fi and make sure it has sufficient
power.
8. 5. Update the Firmware
TP-Link is dedicated to improving product features to enrich your network
experience. We will inform you through the screen and web management page
if there’s any newly released update firmware for your Mobile Wi-Fi. Also, the
latest firmware will be released at TP-Link official website, you can download it
from the Support page of our website www.tp-link.com for free.
Note:
1. Make sure the latest firmware file is matched with the hardware version (as shown in the download
section of the Support page).
2. Make sure that you have a stable connection between the Mobile Wi-Fi and your computer.
3. Do NOT power off the Mobile Wi-Fi during the firmware update and make sure it has sufficient power.
¾To update the firmware on screen:
1. Press
(the power button)to update your Mobile Wi-Fi when the following
screen appears.
2. Wait a few minutes for the update and reboot.
¾To update the firmware locally:
1. Download the latest firmware file for the Mobile Wi-Fi from our website
www.TP-Link.com.
2. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net from the PC login entry, and log in with the password
you set for the Mobile Wi-Fi.
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3. Go to Advanced > Device > Firmware Update.
4. Select Update via the local server,click Browse to locate the downloaded file,
and then click Updade.
5. Wait a few minutes for the update and reboot.
¾To update the firmware online:
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net from the PC login entry, and log in with the password
you set for the Mobile Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Advanced > Device > Firmware Update.
3. Select Update via the cloud server, and click Update.
4. Wait a few minutes for the update and reboot.
Note:
To download the latest firmware file, you can also click the New Version number, such 1.0.5 in the page
above. To view update details, click Release Note.
8. 6. Update ISP Parameters
You can update the ISP information.
1. Download the latest ISP update file from the Support page at www.tp-link.
com.
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2. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net from the PC login entry, and log in with the password
you set for the Mobile Wi-Fi.
3. Go to Advanced > Dial-up > ISP Update.
4. Click Browse to locate the downloaded file.
5. Click Update.
8. 7. System Log
When the Mobile Wi-Fi does not work normally, you can save the system log and
send it to our technical support for troubleshooting.
1. Visit http://tplinkmifi.net from the PC login entry, and log in with the password
you set for the Mobile Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Advanced > Device > System Log.
¾To save the system logs in local:
Click Save Logs to save the logs to your local device.
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¾To debug logs:
The Debug Log feature can save logs for specific troubleshooting. This function
should be enabled under the requirement of our technical support.
1. Insert an SD card of at least 100MB storage in your Mobile Wi-Fi.
2. Put the file provided by our technical support in the SD card.
3. Go to the Advanced > Storage Sharing and set By Wi-Fi as Access Mode.
4. Enable Debug Log.
5. Click Save Logs.
6. Visit the SD card and send the saved files to our technical support.
Note:
Do not remove the SD card or switch the storage sharing mode when using this function.
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FAQ
Q1. What can I do if I cannot log into the web management page?
• Verify that your device is connected to the Mobile Wi-Fi.
• Verify that you have entered http://tplinkmifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 correctly.
• Verify that your device is set to obtain an IP address automatically.
Q2. What can I do when one of the following messages appears on the screen
or I cannot access the Internet?
¾PIN Required
• Log in to the web management page http://tplinkmifi.net. Enter the PIN
provided by your carrier and tap Done.
¾No SIM Card
• Power off the Mobile Wi-Fi and reinsert the SIM card.
¾No Service
• Verify that your SIM card is an LTE , WCDMA or GSM SIM card.
• Verify that your SIM card is in your mobile carrier’ s service area and has
sufficient credit.
• Verify that your mobile carrier parameters are correct: Log into the web
management page, go to Dial-up and tap View profile details to check
if APN, Username and Password are correct. If not, return to the Dial-up
page and create a new profile with the correct information. Then tap Done
and confirm on the pop-up.
R
icon
¾
• Log in to the web management page, and go to Dial-up to enable Data
Roaming.
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Q3. What can I do if my internet speed is slow?
Log in to the web management page and try the methods below:
• If you are experiencing intermittent slow Internet connection, go to Wi-Fi Band
to switch between 2.4GHz and 5GHz for better connectivity.
• The 4G network may be temporarily unavaliable in your current location. Go to
Network Mode and try a different network.
Q4. How to reset the Mobile Wi-Fi to its factory default settings?
• With the Mobile Wi-Fi powered on, remove the cover. Use a pin to press and
hold the RESET button (hole) until Power Off appears on the screen and then
release the button.
• Log into the Mobile Wi-Fi’s web management page via the PC login entry. Go to
Advanced > Device > Factory Defaults and click Restore.
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COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or
used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation
without permission from TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd.
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
OPERATING FREQUENCY(the maximum transmitted power)
2412MHz—2472MHz (20dBm)
5180MHz—5240MHz (23dBm)
EU declaration of conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU and
2011/65/EU.
The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at
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RF Exposure Information
This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the
limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of
health protection.
This device has been tested and meets the ICNIRP exposure guidelines and
the European Standard EN 62209-2. SAR is measured with this device at a
separation of 0.5 cm to the body, while transmitting at the highest certified
output power level in all frequency bands of this device. Carry this device at
least 0.5 cm away from your body to ensure exposure levels remain at or below
the as-tested levels.
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• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.
• Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
• Do not use any other chargers than those recommended
• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
• Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of
the battery in fire or water.
• CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device.
We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper
use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.
Explanations of the symbols on the product label
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RECYCLING
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European
directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on
the environment.
User has the choice to give his product to a competent recycling organization or to the
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