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User Guide
4G LTE Mobile Wi-Fi
M7200
REV1.0.0 1910012243
Contents
About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Chapter 1. Get to Know About Your Mobile Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1. 1. Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 1. 2. Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 1. 2. 1.The Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 1. 2. 2.The Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Chapter 2. Set Up Internet Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2. 1. Install the Mobile Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 2. 2. Connect to the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 3. Log In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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Via Phone Login Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Via PC Login Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Via tpMiFi App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Chapter 4. Manage Your Data Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4. 1. Track Data Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 4. 1. 1.Check Data Usage on the Web Management Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 4. 1. 2.Check Data Usage via SMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 4. 1. 3.Revise Data Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4. 2. Limit Data Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 4. 2. 1.Limit Data Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 4. 2. 2.Limit Monthly Data Usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4. 3. Set Up Free Data Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 4. 4. Enable Mobile Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 4. 5. Enable Data Roaming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Chapter 5. Secure Your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5. 1. Secure Wireless Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 5. 2. Block Unwelcome Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 5. 3. Lock SIM Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Chapter 6. Customize Your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6. 1. Specify Network Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6. 2. Configure Dial-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6. 2. 1.Configure Dial-up Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6. 2. 2.Configure Network Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6. 3. Configure DHCP Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Chapter 7. Manage Your Mobile Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7. 1. Save the Mobile Wi-Fi’s Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 7. 2. Change Login Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 7. 3. Set Up System Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 7. 4. Restore Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 7. 5. Update the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 7. 6. Update ISP Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 7. 7. System Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
About This Guide
This guide is a complement of Quick Installation Guide. The Quick Installation Guide provides instructions for quick internet setup, while this guide contains details of each function and demonstrates how to configure them.
When using this guide, please notice that features of the Mobile Wi-Fi may vary slightly depending on the model, the software version you have, your location, system 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:
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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.
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More Info
The latest software, management app and utility are available at the 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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Chapter 1
Get to Know About Your Mobile Wi-Fi
This chapter introduces what the Mobile Wi-Fi can do and its appearance. It includes 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 rechargeable 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 Wi-Fi access, send messages, and share media files to/from a removable micro SD card.
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1. 2. Physical Description
1. 2. 1. The Exterior
Micro USB Port
LEDs
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Wi-Fi is enabled. |
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Internet service is available. |
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The Mobile Wi-Fi is charging. |
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1.The LEDs will turn off automatically after idling for 30 seconds. To check the LED status, press the Power button to turn them on again.
2.If the Battery LED blinks red when the battery level is enough or when charging, make sure the device is being used within 0-40°C and the battery is inserted.
Item Explanation
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Plug in the USB cable to this port to charge your Mobile Wi-Fi. |
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1. 2. 2. The Interior
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SIM Card Slot
Reset Button
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Reset Button |
With the Mobile Wi-Fi powered on, use a pin to press and hold this button until |
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Resetting the device to its factory defaults will clear all previous configuration.
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Chapter 2
Set Up Internet
Connection
This chapter introduces how to install the Mobile Wi-Fi and connect your wireless or smart devices to the internet.
It includes the following sections:
•Install the Mobile Wi-Fi
•Connect to the Internet
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Set Up Internet Connection |
2. 1. Install the Mobile Wi-Fi
1. Remove the back cover.
2. Insert your SIM card.
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•A micro or nano SIM card must be converted using a SIM card adapter.
•The SIM card and SIM card adapter are not provided by TP-Link.
3. Install the provided battery.
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TP-Link_XXXX
Wireless Password:
XXXXXXXX
5. Replace the cover.
2. 2. Connect to the Internet
1. Press and hold the Power button 
until all LEDs are lit. Wait until the Internet LED 
turns solid green.
Note:
•To power off, press and hold the Power button until all the LEDs are off.
•If the Internet LED doesn’t light up, refer to FAQ > Q2.
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2.Connect your wireless device to the Mobile Wi-Fi using the SSID and the Wireless Password you have noted down.
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Wi-Fi |
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CHOOSE A NETWORK...
TP-Link_XXXX
Other...
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TP-Link_XXXX
Wireless Password:
XXXXXXXX
Note: If you use a computer to connect to the Mobile Wi-Fi, set it to obtain an IP address automatically.
3. Now you can enjoy the internet!
Note: By default, Power Saving is enabled and the Mobile Wi-Fi will turn off the Wi-Fi when no wireless devices are connected to it for 10 minutes. To resume the Wi-Fi connection, press the Power button.
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Chapter 3
Log In
This chapter introduces how to log in to the web management page. Demonstrations in this guide use the phone web management interfaces, while some use the PC ones as those functions are only available on the PC web management page.
Before login, make sure your device is connected to the Mobile Wi-Fi’s SSID. This chapter includes the following sections:
•Via Phone Login Entry
•Via PC Login Entry
•Via tpMiFi App
Chapter 3 |
Log In |
3. 1. Via Phone Login Entry
1.On your smart phone, visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the default password: admin.
2.Create a new login password for security purposes and use it for future logins.
3.2. Via PC Login Entry
On the PC web management interfaces, you can enjoy more features, such as DHCP settings.
1.On your computer or tablet, visit http://tplinkmifi.net, and log in with the password: admin.
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Chapter 3 |
Log In |
2.Go to Wizard, create a new login password for security purposes and use it for future logins.
3.3. Via tpMiFi App
1.Search “tpMiFi“ at the App Store or Google Play or simply scan the QR code to download the tpMifi app.
2.Connect your device to the Mobile Wi-Fi.
3.Launch the tpMiFi app, and log in with the default password: admin.
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