Zte AX326 Quick User Manual

Introduction

ZTE AX326 WiMAX USB MODEM

Quick User Guide

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Specification

Hardware removal from your system

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Thank you for choosing ZTE AX326 WiMAX USB MODEM (hereinafter
referred to as Modem). It is next generation mobile broadband that’s
designed to work as fast around town as it does at home.
To guarantee your Modem always work in its best condition, please read
this guide carefully and keep it for future use. The pictures, symbols
and contents in this guide are just for your reference. They might not be
completely identical with your Modem.

WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for

Microwave Access)
WiMAX Protocol 802.16e (IEEE 802.16-2005)
Frequency Allocation 3400-3600MHz
Dimension (WxDxH) 76mm x 25mm x 11.3mm
Weight Approx 20g

The following table shows the specification of your device.

Getting to know your device

The following figure shows the appearance of AX326. It is only for your
reference. The actual product may be different.

Mode of Access

1. USB connector: Connect your Modem to the laptop or desktop computer.

Connecting the Modem to PC

z Rotate the USB connector.
z Insert the Modem into your computer’s USB port and ensure that it is

tightly inserted.

z When you insert the Modem into computer for the first time, your

system will detect the new hardware automatically.

Software installation guide

When you insert the Modem into your computer for the first time, the
installation prompt should appear automatically. Follow the system
prompts to complete the software installation.

Note: Some antivirus software and firewall software will prevent the CD­ROM Auto-run. If the installation prompt does not appear automatically,
you need to check the configuration of your computer and make sure that
the CD Self-start function is turned on. If this question still exists, you
can click My Computer and start the installation program by run the
setup.exe from the ZTE_WiMAX_MODEM\Data file folder.

Close the CM application, safely remove hardware and then remove
your Modem.

How to use your Modem

When you launch Modem Connection Manager, the CM interface will be
displayed as below:

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Signal

Indicator

Menu Button

Operator

Name

Shows WiMAX signal strength if the network
is found.

There are About, Help, Update and Exit four
submenu when click Menu Button.

Show the operator name when the Modem has
connected with Network.

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FAQs

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Up Rate

Down Rate

Status Bar

Show the upload rate.
Show the download rate.
Shows Modem status: No Device,

Searching, Wait for Connection, Connect­ing and Connected.

Configure the Login and Password.

Configures the Modem options.

Show the data records.

Connect/Disconnect to WiMAX network or
wake up the Modem when click Connect

Button

Manual

Authentication

Button

Options

Button

Data Records

Button

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When you meet the following problems in service, please refer to the
following answers to solve them. If the problems still exist, please
contact with your suppliers.

Connect

Button

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No part of this publication may be excerpted, reproduced, translated or
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The manual is published by ZTE Corporation. We reserve the right to
make modifications on print errors or update specifications without prior
notice.

Version: Release 1.0
Date: Jan. 2011
Manual number: 079584502573

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Problem

Description

Possible

Causes

Problem
Solving

The system can not
run the installation
program
automatically.

After the Modem is
plugged in, the UI
program doesn’t run
automatically.

After restarted the
computer, there is
no signal all the
time.

The system configuration
is not suitable for the auto­run.

The system configuration
is not proper.

1. You are in the place
where no WiMAX network
coveredsuch as under­ground parking lot, tunnel
etc.

2. The Modem isn’t con­nected well.

Open the disc of the
Modem program and
start the setup.exe. If
you have installed the
other version of instal­lation program please
uninstall it firstly.

Please open the UI
program manually.

Move to the place that
has good signal.

Pull out and insert the
Modem safely again.

Problem

Description

Possible

Causes

Problem
Solving

When the Modem is
being inserted, the
notebook computer
cannot find it.

connection failed.

1. The installation programs
of the Modem haven’t been
installed properly.

2. The Modem isn’t con­nected well.

1. You are in the place
where no WiMAX network
covered, such as under­ground parking lot, tunnel
etc.

2.The network is busy now.

3.The manual authentica­tion setting is error.

1. Run the installation
program first and then
connect the Modem. If
you use the Windows
XP operating system,
install the drivers ac­cording to the Win­dows indication infor­mation to operate.

2. Restart the
computer, or connect
the Modem again.

Move to regions with
strong signal.

Try again later.
Please contact your

operator

Safety Warning and Notice

To the user

z Some electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interfer-

ence sent by Modem if inadequately shielded, such as electronic
system of vehicles. Please consult the manufacturer of the device
before using the Modem if necessary.

z Operating laptop and Modem may interfere with medical devices like

hearing aids and pacemakers. Please always keep the Modem more
than 20 centimeters away from such medical devices when they are
in using. Power off Modem if it is necessary. Consult a physician or
the manufacturer of the medical device before using the Modem.

z Be aware of the usage limitation when using a Modem at places such

as oil warehouses or chemical factories, where there are explosive
gases or explosive products being processed. Do not use Modem if
necessary.

z Do not use Modem at gas station.
z The Modem contains sensitive electronic circuitry. Do not expose

the Modem to any liquids, high temperatures or shock.

z Store the Modem out of the reach of small children. The Modem may

cause injury if used as a toy.

z Only use original accessories or accessories that are authorized by

the manufacturer. Using unauthorized accessories may affect your
Modem’s performance, damage your Modem and violate related
national regulations.

z There are no user serviceable parts inside the Modem. Unauthorized

dismantling or repair of the Modem will void the warranty.

z This Modem generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

Modem

z Avoid using the Modem near metallic structure device or establish-

ment that can emit electromagnet wave. Otherwise it may influence
receiving of signals.

z Don’t use the Modem immediately after a sudden temperature change

e.g. from an air conditioned environment to high temperature and
humidity outside. In such cases there could be condensing moisture
inside the Modem which can cause internal damage. Unplug the
Modem and leave it for 30 minutes before use.

z Take the Modem carefully. Don’t drop, bend, knock or harshly treat

it to avoid destructive damage.

z Do not attempt to disassemble the Modem by yourself. Changes

and modifications made to the Modem without the approval of manu­facturer could void your authority to operate this Modem.

In Aircraft

z Please power off the Modem before the airplane takes off. In order

to protect airplane’s communication system from interference, it is
never allowed to use the Modem when it is in flight. Using it before
the airplane taking off should get aircrew’s permission according to
safety regulations.

Cleaning and Maintenance

z The Modem is non-waterproof, please keep it dry and store in shady

and cool place.

z Do not use or store the device in dusty or dirty areas, since its

moving parts and electronic components can be damaged in such
environment.

z If you want to clean your Modem, please use clean fabric that is a bit

wet or anti-static. Do not use harsh chemical cleaning solvents or
strong detergents to clean your Modem, such as alcohol, dilution
agent and benzene. Power-off your Modem before you clean it.

Limited Warranty

The warranty does not apply to defects or errors in the product caused
by:
(a) Reasonable abrasion.
(b) Misuse including mishandling, physical damage, improper installation,

unauthorized disassembly of the product.
(c) Water or any other liquid damage.
(d) Any unauthorized repair or modification.
(e) Power surges, lightning damage, fire, flood or other events outside

ZTE’s reasonable control.
(f) Use of the product with any unauthorized third party products such

as generic chargers.
(g) Any other cause beyond the range of normal usage for products.
End User shall have no right to reject, return, or receive a refund for any
product from ZTE under the above-mentioned situations.

This warranty is end user’s sole remedy and ZTE’s sole liability for
defective or nonconforming items, and is in lieu of all other warranties,
expressed, implied or statutory, including but not limited to the implied
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, un­less otherwise required under the mandatory provisions of the law.

Limitation of Liability

ZTE shall not be liable for any loss of profits or indirect, special, inciden­tal or consequential damages resulting from or arising out of or in
connection with using this product, whether or not ZTE had been advised,
knew or should have known the possibility of such damages.

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